Aligned with The Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools' 2030 strategy, this plan marks a significant leap forward, drawing from our past successes while laying the foundation for an exciting future.

Our strategic directions revolve around three core pillars:

• A Visionary Educational Framework: Tailored for the demands of 2023 and beyond.

• The Globally Recognised IB PYP Program: Ensuring excellence in academics.

• A Culturally Diverse and Caring Community: Fostering empathy, respect, and inclusivity.

Our commitment spans across various dimensions:

Learning and Teaching: Delivering an inspiring, inclusive, and rigorous learning experience.

Wellbeing: Cultivating a culture of inclusivity and empathy for each child's holistic growth.

Catholic Life: Encouraging action-driven faith and values, fostering care and inclusivity.

Capacity Building: Nurturing a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Stewardship and Resources: Responsibly managing our resources for a sustainable future.

This strategic plan embodies our dedication to providing a progressive, purposeful, and engaging learning environment. We believe this will empower our students to face the future with confidence and resilience.

At St Columba's we take our responsibility to take action seriously. We aspire to help create a world that is more equitable, peaceful and just. We also know that assisting our students to see the outcome of their positive choices helps to empower them as citizens who can make a difference.

We are in a unique position at St Columba's as our parish includes Sacred Heart St Kilda and in turn Sacred Heart Mission. There are many ways we support and nurture this connection including:

• Visits to Sacred Heart Mission Aged Care by our Y4 & 5 students
• Fundraising and bake sales which support the Mission in its work
• Writing letters and cards for residents at the Mission's Aged Care facilities 
• Raising money during our Mother's Day breakfast for the Sacred Heart Mission Women's House
• Supporting the Dine with Heart Initiative 
• Donating non-perishable goods to Sacred Heart Food Hall

In addition to this, our school looks for other opportunities to assist those in need locally, nationally and globally. Some examples include:

• Creating yearly Christmas hampers for St. Vincent DePaul
• Participating in the Caritas Easter Appeal each year
• Holding a yearly Friendship Fair - all proceeds raised on the day allows us to further support the work of Caritas

One of the messages we send to our students is that helping others is not just about fundraising. We love opportunities where students are connected and able to make age appropriate contributions to make a difference. This may be a Prep student choosing to give up a book or toy that is in good condition, a Year 3 who donates a coat they no longer need, or a Year 5 who writes a heartfelt letter to someone in the Sacred Heart Mission Aged Care residence that brings them joy.