Annual Report 2010 - Radford College

Annual Report 2010THE RADFORD INSTITUTE2010 marked the inception of the Radford Institute. Under the leadership of Mr PeterDodd, the first event of the Institute took place on a cold and rainy August eveningwhen I had the privilege of sharing the story of the formation of the Gawura School forAboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children in central Sydney.The second seminar, in October, was presented by Dr Jim Watterston, Chief Executive, ACTDepartment of Education and Training, on the topic The Future of ACT School Education.Dr Watterston spoke about the unique features of the Canberra educational community,and how this created possibilities for ‘whole sector’ initiatives.The Radford Institute is designed to provide a forum for professional conversation beyondour own boundary. It is open to all educators within the ACT and, soon, beyond. It is partof our attempt to participate in the development of the national education debate.PARTNERSHIPSWe acknowledge the support of our Parents and Friends Association and the RadfordCollegians Association in College life. Their generous contribution and commitmentstrengthens the community. In particular, we have relied upon the efforts of the P&F toassist us with the Strategic Plan this year. In addition to valuable fundraising, they’vehelped us to develop a sense of community in all that we do. Likewise, the Radford Friendsgroups such as Football, Rowing, Snowsports and Music work tirelessly to assist us.ANNUAL REPORT 201021