Aboriginal Education
Kurri Kurri High School is proud to have a rich and inclusive culture for our Aboriginal and Non Aboriginal students. Our school has a range of opportunities to support our students social, sporting, cultural, academic and leadership goals.
Our programs introduce students to Aboriginal leadership, entrepreneurship, cultural opportunities, and future pathways in positive and inclusive spaces.
Junior Aboriginal Education Consultative Group - JAECG
Who are we?
The JAECG is a platform that gives Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander students, a voice and agency within our school community.
What do we do?
- Give Acknowledgement of Country
- Coordinate and participate in leadership days in conjunction with local schools
- Give A&TSI a voice within our school
- Create positive legacy projects.
Dream Together - for the girls
We place an emphasis on the importance of cultural identity and connection to the wellbeing and self esteem of Aboriginal Students. A strong cultural identity can serve as a source of resilience, strength, pride and connection whilst contributing to the overall success of our students.
- Connection to Culture and Community
- Sense of Belonging and personal wellbeing
- Attendance and Engagement
- Goal Setting and Educational Plans
Clontarf Foundation - for the boys
Why do we exist?
The Clontarf Foundation exists to improve the education, discipline, life skills, self- esteem and employment prospects of young Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander men and by doing so equips them to participate more meaningfully in society.
How do we do this?
Our job in a nutshell is to support the boys to school, keep them in school, and get them into employment or further education once successfully graduating year 12.
We use sport as a huge driving vehicle to
engage the boys into Clontarf and School,
however, sport only one of our tools.