Our Lady of Good Counsel, through our Mercy Charism is committed to valuing, respecting, and embracing the cultural diversity of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities. We will respectfully recognise and embrace Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ perspectives within and across all areas of our school. Our school motto calls us to embrace the richness of our history, challenges us to learn in the present and inspires us to help create a promising future through our values of Love, Service and Joy.
We will strive to do this by building respectful and equitable partnerships within our school and local Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, creating a sense of belonging and strong connection for all.
As we journey together in reconciliation, we will engage the hearts and minds of students, staff and families supporting and nurturing them whilst strengthening, celebrating and respectfully embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples’ perspectives, histories, cultures and contributions.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Welcome to Country
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Build Relationships with Community
Teach about Reconciliation
Acknowledgement of Country
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Take Action Against Racism
Inclusive Policies
Staff Engagement with RAP
Celebrate RAP Progress
Opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students and Children
Reconciliation Projects
Family and Community Room
Teach about Days of National Significance
Care for Country
Visibly Demonstrate Respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures
Physical Acknowledgement of Country
RAP Launch
RAP Budget Allocation
Local Sites, Events and Excursions
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Languages
Curriculum Planning
Explore Current Affairs and Issues