Kempsey High School - How did we do it?
What is the aim of the Science in Context course?
To make education relevant to Aboriginal students post school life, particularly in employment and their future generally.
To empower Indigenous students to take control of their life.
To give experience in skills in gaining employment and self esteem.
To gain experiences in life skills, for example parenting, health safety, personal care, nutrition.
To show the valuable contribution Aboriginal people make in the immediate and wider community.
To be a vehicle for the students, parents and community to retain and foster their culture.
To value and protect Indigenous culture of the Dunghutti area.
To support students into the senior school and other pathways to careers.
To celebrate the wealth of culture of the Dunghutti and Indigenous culture of Australia in their achievements.