Reconciliation is about the rightful recognition of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the Traditional Custodians of the Land and respecting and valuing heir contributions to Australian society. It involves truth-telling and building mutually respectful relationships between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and all other Australians. Achieving reconciliation requires raising the awareness and knowledge about First Nations histories and cultures and evolving perspectives.
Jesus lived the compassion of God in his love for all. We commit ourselves to reconciliation in a spirit of mercy, respect and justice.
At our school we:
•Commit to being a community which not only respects the human rights of all people, but also respects and promotes the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples of the Land •Respectfully incorporate Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives throughout the curriculum, the built environment, in pedagogical practices, professional development, student experiences and community engagement. •Recognise past injustices and ongoing inequality through truth-telling and commit to working towards a shared future that values and honours First Nations students and families within the school community. •Embrace culture, histories, language, spirituality and connections to Country as a means of celebrating our First Nations students and families. •Acknowledge the special relationship between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples and the Land.. . •Focus on being a community committed to justice and healing by responding to the invitation contained in the ‘Uluru Statement from the Heart’ to listen to the voice of Australia's First Peoples in the spirit of Mercy. •Teach and learn in ways that are culturally safe and supportive.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students and Children
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Welcome to Country
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Reconciliation Projects
Elders and Traditional Owners Share Histories and Cultures
Teach about Reconciliation
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Acknowledgement of Country
Visibly Demonstrate Respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures
Recognise and Respect Rights
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Take Action Against Racism
Curriculum Planning
Inclusive Policies
Staff Engagement with RAP
RAP Budget Allocation
Celebrate RAP Progress
Employment Strategy
Build Relationships with Community
Physical Acknowledgement of Country
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Representation on Committees
RAP Launch
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Languages
Support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Owned Businesses