Marist College Emerald

Marist College’s vision for reconciliation is for all staff and students to understand and respectfully engage with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ histories and cultures at a local and national level. We aim to provide an environment and supportive structures that empower and enable  First Nations students and all students to attain personal success in life, while acknowledging the continuing richness of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples’ cultures and heritages. Walking in the footsteps of Jesus, with Mary and Champagnat as our models, Marist College Emerald is a Catholic faith community teaching Gospel values nurturing the giftedness and dignity of each person. We will use our five characteristics to guide us through our reconciliation journey. Presence- Building respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and community members, where mutual respect, understanding and love is shown. Simplicity- Where honesty and truth telling from the oldest continuing culture is acknowledged before God and ourselves. Family Spirit - Offering a culturally safe place and warm sense of belonging for all students including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, staff and families. In the way of Mary – Marist College will continue to develop equal and equitable opportunities, open dialogue and respectful relationships so all students, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, achieve their best possible outcomes.