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At Tranby College, we take pride in our commitment to nurturing the potential within each of our students, helping them achieve their hopes and dreams. Central to this mission are the core values of Respect, Service, Integrity, Commitment, and Collaboration that guide us on this journey.

Our College Prayer speaks to the essence of these values, reminding us to ‘work together for the common good’. This collective effort, founded on shared principles, truly defines us as a progressive school of the Uniting Church in Australia.

To ensure a safe and respectful environment for all members of our community, we have established Codes of Conduct for all Community members – one for staff and volunteers, one for students, and one for parents and guardians.

These codes serve as a roadmap for constructive engagement and support for all students’ learning journeys. They play a crucial role in guiding our interactions within our vibrant Community. We understand that sometimes people can get frustrated by certain situations. Still, by using our values as our foundations and the Codes of Conduct as our guide, we can navigate our differences and resolve them to meet the needs of our students best.

Respectful interactions extend to all College members, including students and staff. Our commitment to these values extends beyond our school to our aspiration to be the employer of choice for innovative, skilled, and passionate teachers. Fostering a Community and environment that is safe, respectful, and rewarding is a fundamental part of achieving this goal.

Parents play a pivotal role in setting an example for their children. 

In my Year 12 Psychology ATAR class, we explore the theory of Observational Learning. This theory teaches us that children learn by watching. Key to this process are role models, and parents and guardians are often the most influential role models in their children’s lives. Children observe and imitate their parents’ behaviours and actions. They also note the rewards their role models receive as a result of their behaviour.

Children are more likely to follow suit if adults exhibit respectful behaviour towards school community members. If they see their role models being rewarded for poor behaviour by getting attention, they will act poorly also to be rewarded. Therefore, parents and guardians must model behaviour that aligns with our College values, reinforcing the importance of respect, kindness, and responsible interactions.

In today’s digital age, social media and artificial intelligence can be great tools for creativity and learning. However, we are beginning to see instances where poor choices in their use are creeping in. We encourage all members of our Community, including parents and guardians, to have open and honest conversations with their children about responsible behaviour and interactions within our College Community.

Additionally, we recommend that staff, students and families alike use the THINK acronym when interacting with one another and in their online presence:

T – Is it TRUE?

H – Is it HELPFUL?

I – Is it INSPIRING?

N – Is it NECESSARY?

K – Is it KIND?

By embracing these principles, adhering to our Codes of Conduct, and maintaining respectful interactions, we can ensure that our actions and behaviours align with our College values, contributing to a positive and respectful Community.

In nurturing a supportive, instructive, and affirming environment, we hope to continue building a strong and united Tranby Community. Together, we can create a space where every student has the opportunity to thrive, and every member feels valued and rewarded.

Thank you for being a part of our Tranby College family.

Your commitment to our values is what makes our Community truly special.’