We will ensure that
we place young Australians at the
centre of our education system as
they navigate their learning and
set out on their own journey. Through
Education, we are
committed to ensuring that all
students understand the diversity of
Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander cultures and to see that all
Aboriginal and
Torres Strait
young people progress in their education and defend all
lives. that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander
Continuous ties for more than 60,000 years are an integral part of the nation's history,
present and future.
y act with moral and ethical
integrity
y have empathy for the
circumstances of others and
work for the common good,
in particular sustaining and
improving natural and social
environments
y appreciate and respect
Australia’s rich social, cultural,
religious and linguistic diversity
and embrace opportunities
to communicate and share
knowledge and experiences
y have an understanding
of Australia’s system of
government, its histories,
religions and culture
y are committed to national values
of democracy, equity and justice,
and participate in Australia’s
civic life by connecting with their
community and contributing to
local and national conversations
y understand, acknowledge
and celebrate the diversity
and richness of Aboriginal and
Torres Strait Islander histories
and cultures
y possess the knowledge,
skills and understanding to
contribute to, and benefit
from, reconciliation between
Aboriginal and Torres Strait
Islander peoples and
non-Indigenous Australians
y are informed and responsible
global and local members
of the community who
value and celebrate cultural
and linguistic differences,
and engage in the global
community, particularly
with our neighbours in the
Indo-Pacific regions.
y have a sense of self-worth,
self-awareness and personal
identity that enables them
to manage their emotional,
mental, cultural, spiritual and
physical wellbeing
y develop personal values and
attributes such as honesty,
empathy, loyalty, responsibility
and respect for others
y are resilient and develop
the skills and strategies they
need to tackle current and
future challenges
y are able to recognise, adapt to,
and manage change
y have a sense of optimism
about their lives and the future
y show initiative, use their
creative abilities and are
enterprising
y have the imagination,
knowledge, skills,
understanding and values
to establish and maintain
healthy, satisfying lives
y understand their
responsibilities as global
citizens and know how to
affect positive change
y have the confidence and
capability to pursue learning
throughout life, leading
to enjoyable, fulfilling and
productive employment
y relate well to others and
form and maintain healthy
relationships
y are well prepared for their
potential life roles as friends,
family, community and
workforce members
y embrace opportunities,
make informed decisions
about their own lives and
accept responsibility for
their own actions
y have a sense of belonging,
purpose and meaning that
enable them to thrive in
their learning environment. Alice Springs (Mparntwe) Education Statement 3
Learning is a
partnership with
parents, guardians and others in the community who
play a role in developing a love of learning
that in school and life is necessary for
success.
Alice Springs (Mparntwe) Education Declaration 5
Goal 1: The Australian
education system
promotes excellence
and equity
Australian Governments commit
to promoting excellence and
equity in Australian education. .
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Active and informed
members of the
community who.
This commitment will be supported by a number of interrelated
work areas
:
Developing stronger partnerships
Supporting quality teaching
and leadership
Promoting early childhood education
Foundations
development.
