HSC’s new principal Tehmineh Mason was recently in Gamardi, talking with community leaders about their vision for their new school, as well as pedagogy and the way local knowledge and teaching practices can shape classroom learning on Country.

HSC prepares to open the first of three independent, bicultural schools on the Djelk Homelands in West Arnhem Land.

“We're not going to sit around.” HSC Chairperson Mathew Ryan sets the tone for a frank and forward-looking conversation about community-led education on the homelands.

‘I believe education has the power to change our future for the better, by providing skills necessary for students to become lifelong learners.’