RECONCILIATION ACTION PLANTrinity CollegeNovember 2018 to November 2019

• Trinity College Blakeview• Trinity College Gawler River• Trinity College Kindergarten / Pre-School• Trinity College North• Trinity College Senior• Trinity College South

Contents

Our Vision for Reconciliation

The Working Group

Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Actions

Relationships

Respect

Opportunities

Vision for Reconciliation

Trinity College is a multi-school co-educational college of excellence, open to all in a disciplined,caring Christian environment that is situated on the lands of the Kaurna People. Our vision forreconciliation starts from our belief that we acknowledge the equality of all people, regardless of theircultural background. Trinity College aims to achieve this by encouraging all students and staff to beactive citizens who are willing to embrace diversity. We aim to ensure a culture of respect, supportand success. The spirit of doing one’s best underpins every area of Trinity College to ensure thepersonal and spiritual development of every student. We value the special place and cultures ofAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples within Australia. We understand that our positive actionsare required to empower Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and to foster a sense ofpersonal pride in their heritage. Our first step towards a committed and sustainable process ofreconciliation is to open dialogue between all community members which constructs greater respectand acknowledgment of the histories and cultures of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.We aim to build relationships, respect and opportunities in the classroom, around the school and withthe community by developing a sound understanding of spirituality and traditions. In doing this, weexpect that all students will have the same life opportunities.

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RAP Working Group

Name Position

Kirsty AhMatt Other

Mark Simpson Principal / Director

Monica Williams Other

Sue Reynolds Staff (teaching)

Craig Loveday Staff (teaching)

Kailah Hannaford Student

Emillie Walsh Student

Lisa Southwell Staff (teaching)

Nathan McGrath Staff (teaching)

Lee-Anne Arnold Staff (non-teaching)

Donna Skoda Staff (teaching)

Nick Hately Staff (teaching)

Robert Smedley Staff (teaching)

Kym Reynolds Staff (teaching)

Rick Jarman Staff (teaching)

Karen McMahon Staff (teaching)

John Robinson Staff (teaching)

Michael Holmes Staff (teaching)

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RELATIONSHIPS IN THE CLASSROOM

RAP ACTIONS COMMITMENT ASSIGNED TO DUE DATE

Aboriginal andTorres StraitIslander Peoplein the Classroom

We are committed to welcomingAboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeople into our classrooms as guests towork alongside our students and childrenin learning activities. Having anAboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpresence in learning environments is vitalwhen teaching about Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander histories andcultures.

Mark S 08/09/2017- 29/03/2018

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RELATIONSHIPS AROUND THE SCHOOL

RAP ACTIONS COMMITMENT ASSIGNED TO DUE DATE

CulturalCompetence forStaff

We will reflect on our current level ofcultural competence and provide staffwith a range of opportunities to build andextend their knowledge andunderstanding of Aboriginal and TorresStrait Islander cultures. We also committo supporting staff to independently seekout and participate in a variety of culturalawareness experiences that assist themon their own journey of understanding.

Robert S Ongoing

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RELATIONSHIPS WITH THE COMMUNITY

RAP ACTIONS COMMITMENT ASSIGNED TO DUE DATE

Welcome toCountry

Where appropriate, significant events atour school commence with a Welcome toCounty. Protocols for welcoming visitorsto Country have been a part of Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islander cultures forthousands of years. By incorporatingthese protocols into formal events andimportant occasions, we recogniseAboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeoples as the First Australians andCustodians of their Land.

Nick H 18/08/2017- 27/07/2018

CelebrateNationalReconciliationWeek

Our school community celebratesNational Reconciliation Week (NRW)which is held from 27 May to 3 June eachyear by talking about reconciliation in theclassroom and around the school, andcelebrating with the community. NRW is atime for all Australians to learn about ourshared histories, cultures andachievements and to explore how each ofus can join the national reconciliationeffort.

Mark S, Rick J,Karen M, John R,Michael H

27/05/2019- 03/06/2019

BuildRelationshipswith Community

We commit to building relationships withour local Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander community that are built onmutual respect, trust and inclusiveness.We value these relationships and theirrole in helping to create opportunities forAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander andnon-Indigenous staff, students, childrenand community members.

Mark S Ongoing

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RESPECT IN THE CLASSROOM

RAP ACTIONS COMMITMENT ASSIGNED TO DUE DATE

Teach aboutReconciliation

Our school community is committed tolearning about reconciliation in Australia.Having an understanding of the concept,history and progress of reconciliation isan important part of continuing thereconciliation journey. This understandingalso helps to strengthen engagementwith our school’s RAP by positioning itwithin the broader story of reconciliationin Australia.

Kym R Ongoing

Teach aboutDays of NationalSignificance

We commit to incorporating nationallysignificant days for Aboriginal and TorresStrait Islander peoples and reconciliationinto our curriculum to increase knowledgeof Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderhistories, cultures, contributions andcontemporary issues. We also commit toincluding Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander perspectives when teachingabout other national days, such as 26January (Australia Day) and Anzac Day.

Mark S 31/08/2017- 16/08/2017

Explore CurrentAffairs andIssues

We are committed to raising awarenessof current affairs and issues in the publicdomain that are of particular significanceto Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderpeoples and the process of reconciliation.This will be done through curriculumdelivery, policies and procedures, and willbe integrated into the ethos of our school.

Mark S, Rick J,Karen M, John R,Michael H

02/04/2018- 03/06/2018

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RESPECT AROUND THE SCHOOL

RAP ACTIONS COMMITMENT ASSIGNED TO DUE DATE

Acknowledgementof Country

Our school recognises the continuingconnection of Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander peoples to the Country on whichwe live, work, learn and grow. All staffand students have the opportunity toshow respect to Traditional Owners andCustodians by regularly conducting anAcknowledgement of Country atmeetings and events throughout the year.

Nick H Ongoing

VisiblyDemonstrateRespect forAboriginal andTorres StraitIslander Cultures

We commit to demonstrating our respectfor Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderhistories and cultures in the physicalenvironment of our school. Weunderstand that making our respectvisible in the learning environmentthrough the incorporation of meaningful,relevant and culturally appropriate art,artefacts and symbolism reinforces ourwork toward reconciliation. It also makesour intentions and actions clear to ourstudents, parents and the broadercommunity.

Monica W 19/02/2015- 01/07/2015

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RESPECT WITH THE COMMUNITY

RAP ACTIONS COMMITMENT ASSIGNED TO DUE DATE

Aboriginal andTorres StraitIslander Flags

Our school flies or displays the Aboriginaland Torres Strait Islander flag as ademonstration of our pride and respectfor the histories, cultures andcontributions of Australia’s First Peoples.Flying or displaying the flags promotes asense of community partnership and acommitment toward reconciliation.

Nathan , Nick H,Rick J, Karen M,John R, MichaelH

24/08/2018- 01/06/2018

PhysicalAcknowledgementof Country

Our school proudly commits to displayinga physical Acknowledgement of Countryas a way of showing awareness of, andrespect for, the Aboriginal or Torres StraitIslander Traditional Owners andCustodians of the land on which ourschool is located.

Mark S 19/02/2015- 01/07/2015

Take ActionAgainst Racism

Racism can have serious negativeconsequences for the people whoexperience it, for those who witness it,and for wider society. When racism isproperly understood it is easier toovercome. We commit to buildingawareness of what racism is, the impactsof racism and how to respond effectivelywhen it occurs through an anti-racismstrategy tailored to the needs of ourschool.

Mark S, Rick J,Karen M, JohnR, Michael H

Ongoing

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OPPORTUNITIES IN THE CLASSROOM

RAP ACTIONS COMMITMENT ASSIGNED TO DUE DATE

CurriculumPlanning

Embedding Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander histories and cultures incurriculum planning, development andevaluation processes is a key andongoing consideration across all yearlevels and learning areas. Curriculumdocuments have or will be audited toidentify the extent to which Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander histories, culturesand contributions are already embedded,and to identify opportunities forstrengthening the representation of thiscontent in the curriculum.

Kym R 30/03/2018

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OPPORTUNITIES AROUND THE SCHOOL

RAP ACTIONS COMMITMENT ASSIGNED TO DUE DATE

Inclusive Policies All staff in our school are aware ofpolicies that refer specifically to improvingeducational outcomes for Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander people andincreasing knowledge of, and respect for,Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanderhistories and cultures in Australia. Wehave a plan in place to ensure all staffcomply with these policies in their dailypractice. Our internal policies have been,or will be, amended to ensure they arealso inclusive of Aboriginal and TorresStrait Islander people and increaseknowledge of Aboriginal and Torres StraitIslander histories and cultures inAustralia.

Robert S 11/09/2017- 12/10/2018

StaffEngagement withRAP

Commitment to the Reconciliation ActionPlan (RAP) from all staff is essential fordeveloping a RAP that is implemented ina meaningful and sustainable way. Allstaff will be involved in the ongoingdevelopment and implementation of ourRAP through staff developmentopportunities facilitated by the RAPWorking Group.

Mark S, Rick J,Karen M, John R,Michael H

Ongoing

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OPPORTUNITIES WITH THE COMMUNITY

RAP ACTIONS COMMITMENT ASSIGNED TO DUE DATE

Celebrate RAPProgress

We are committed to reflecting on theprogress made in the growth ofknowledge and pride in Aboriginal andTorres Strait Islander histories, culturesand contributions in our school. We willtrack the progress of our RAP, continuallyrevisit our commitments, and celebrateour achievements, while generating newideas to develop and sustain our RAPinto the future.

Mark S 30/03/2018

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