What We Value
The values a community holds are a reflection of what is most significant to it. Values come from very important foundational beliefs, and, as a School which operates within the context of Christian faith, the following foundation statements help identify the basis from which our values are developed:
Faith: We believe in God, the creator of all things and His Son, Jesus Christ, whose death andresurrection brings us back into friendship with God.
Wisdom: We believe that knowing God is the source of all wisdom.
Character: We believe that Jesus Christ demonstrated what it means to be fully human.
Service: We seek to follow the example of Jesus Christ who came not to be served, but to serve others.
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The Four Pillars |
We value…. |
This means we….. |
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Faith |
Compassion
Trust
Forgiveness
Commitment |
Care for those who are different from us See to understand others and their needs
Can have confidence that what others say to us is truthful and dependable Can rely on others to look after our needs and interests
Acknowledge when we do things that hurt and upset others, even if we may not mean to See to restore the relationship and rebuild trust with those we may have hurt or upset
Follow through on what we say we will do Work together to make our school a better place for everyone |
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Wisdom |
Difference
Initiative
Thoroughness
Creativity |
Acknowledge and celebrate one another’s abilities (academic, sporting, artistic) Want all students to continue to develop and excel, relative to their unique abilities
Make deliberate decisions to set achievable goals that help us excel Seek out opportunities to help us continue to grow; this might include people who can help us
Complete all learning tasks and compete in all school activities to the best of our ability Set challenging goals for ourselves and are committed to doing our best to achieve them
Are willing to take positive risks that will improve our learning Are open to new ways of understanding, experiencing and representing the world
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Character |
Respect
Self-control
Responsibility
Courage |
Treat other people in ways that show they are important Will use polite language in our communication
Refrain from impulsive, disruptive, disrespectful or rude behaviour See challenges or problems as opportunities to build patience and strength
Are dependable and reliable Are accountable for our actions
Commit to doing what is right, even when we face pressure from others Determine to follow asks through to their completion, even if it difficult and challenging |
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Service |
Cooperation
Generosity
Sincerity
Grace |
Recognise that everyone can make a contribution to their class, their team and their School Listen to others and be willing to reach a compromise
Share time and resources with others as well as do kind acts for others Seek to serve others gladly
Speak in a way that is genuine, believable and trustworthy Chose not to take advantage of anyone
Look out for the needs of one another Help others without expecting they will do something for us |