We are committed to closing the achievement gap for Aboriginal students. We know that we need to learn about, nurture and value the cultural identify of our Aboriginal students in order to assist them to be successful learners.
We welcome Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander family members, parents and community members to our school so that we can get to know each other, learn about the local Aboriginal community and develop shared goals and plans for Aboriginal students.
We encourage Aboriginal students to learn how to negotiate and develop strategies by providing unique leadership opportunities.
Although we do not currently have any students enrolled at Epping Heights who identify as Aboriginal, we have set a school target during 2010 and continuing in 2011:
" To provide opportunities for all students, staff and the parent community to acquire knowledge and develop a deeper understanding of Aboriginal histories, cultures and experiences."
We are proud of our progress in working towards the achievement of this target.
