At St Thomas Aquinas School, our vision for reconciliation is to walk together with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in a spirit of truth, healing, and unity. We recognise the ongoing connection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to the land, waters, and sky, and we honour the rich cultures, languages, and histories that continue to shape our nation. We are committed to building respectful relationships, deepening understanding, and embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander perspectives throughout our learning and community life. Through reconciliation, we strive to create a community where all people feel a deep sense of belonging, respect, and hope; a community that values truth-telling, celebrates diversity, and works towards justice for all. Grounded in our Catholic faith and guided by the Gospel values of Respect, Compassion, Justice, and Service, we are called to live out reconciliation each day, through our hearts, our words, and our actions.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in the Classroom
Opportunities for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Students and Children
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Representation on Committees
Elders and Traditional Owners Share Histories and Cultures
Cultural Responsiveness for Staff
Reconciliation Projects
Welcome to Country
Celebrate National Reconciliation Week
Create Stakeholder List
Cultural Responsiveness for Students and Children
Reconciliation Network
Teach about Reconciliation
Teach about Days of National Significance
Explore Current Affairs and Issues
Visibly Demonstrate Respect for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultures
Recognise and Respect Rights
Care for Country
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Flags
Physical Acknowledgement of Country
RAP Launch
Take Action Against Racism
Embed Cross-curriculum Priority
Curriculum Planning
Australian Professional Standards for Teachers
Inclusive Policies
Staff Engagement with RAP
Local Sites, Events and Excursions
Celebrate RAP Progress
Build Relationships with Community
Acknowledgement of Country