Ensuring all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students are able to achieve and reach their full potential is a key focus of the Education Directorate.
Using the Cultural Integrity Framework, the Directorate aims to implement cultural Integrity in all ACT public schools and the Education Support Office. There are three key elements to Cultural Integrity:
- Teaching with cultural integrity
- Engagement with students, families and communities; and
- Building a school culture of respect.
Implementing and embedding cultural integrity within our schools and the Education Support Office means that our workplaces will:
- Be culturally safe places for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students, families and staff
- Be accountable for meeting the aspirations, learning and wellbeing needs of all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students
- Develop all staff and students’ understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, languages and knowledge systems through professional learning and curriculum delivery
- Develop and maintain genuine, collaborative and respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander parents, families, local community members, service providers and agencies
- Actively represent Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures and contributions to contemporary society in their physical infrastructure and online presence
- Support and provide opportunities for all staff to build their knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander histories, cultures, languages and knowledge systems and
- Regularly evaluate and refine their practices to ensure that Cultural Integrity is achieved and retained.