Values for Australian Schooling

 

 

The National Framework for Values Education in Australian Schools has mandated that all schools incorporate nine specific values into their school.

In striving to Be the Light of Christ we value celebrating the love of Jesus Christ, cherishing all God's family, honouring the achievements of our College and nurturing the hope and commitment of our Catholic communities”.

 

Care and Compassion

Integrity

Care for self and others

Act in accordance with principles of moral and ethical conduct, ensure consistency between words and deeds

 

Doing Your Best

Respect

Seek to accomplish something worthy and admirable, try hard, pursue excellence

Treat others with consideration and regard, respect another person’s point of view

 

Fair Go

Responsibility

Pursue and protect the common good where all people are treated fairly for a just society

Be accountable for one’s own actions, resolve differences in constructive, non-violent and peaceful ways, contribute to society and to civic life, take care of the environment

 

Freedom

Honesty and Trustworthiness

Enjoy all the rights and privileges of Australian citizenship free from unnecessary interference or control, and stand up for the rights of others

Be honest, sincere and seek the truth

Understanding, Tolerance and Inclusion

Be aware of others and their cultures, accept diversity within a democratic society, being included and including others.

 

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