Our Touchstones

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Quiz Questions

1.
The Touchstone I believe I have the best understanding of is...
- A.
  Gospel Spirituality
- B.
  Inclusive Community
- C.
  Justice & Solidarity
- D.
  Liberating Education
2.
I like Eddies because...
- A.
  I can be proud of myself.
- B.
  I have a strong group of friends.
- C.
  I am empowered to make a difference.
- D.
  I have access to variety of subjects and learning opportunities.
3.
I add value to the school community by...
- A.
  Always trying to work to the best of my own ability.
- B.
  Engaging effectively in group activities.
- C.
  Supporting people who need help with their work.
- D.
  Encouraging others to strive for success.
4.
I would like St Edmund's to focus more on...
- A.
  Challenging students to be accepting of all and supportive of others.
- B.
  Supporting each students' individual potential and unique story.
5.
At Eddies there are a variety of opportunities for spiritual reflection, I prefer
- A.
  Individual quiet written reflection.
- B.
  Reflection through guided conversations with others.
6.
The most important part of College assemblies is that we...
- A.
  Begin with an Acknowledgement of Country.
- B.
  Pray as a community.
- C.
  Are challenged by staff & students to be better.
- D.
  Find out about opportunities to participate in.
7.
During lunch times I am most likely to...
- A.
  Sit with my group of friends and talk.
- B.
  Do a variety of different activities on different days.
- C.
  Participate in an active game with a variety of students.
- D.
  Keep an eye out for those are alone and chat with them.
8.
If I saw a friend bullying someone else I am more likely to...
- A.
  Stop and speak out to the friend immediately at the time of the interaction.
- B.
  Speak to my friend later and privately about what they did wrong.
- C.
  Wait until a time when my friend brings up or talks about what they did and challenge them.
- D.
  Tell someone in authority so they can effectively challenge and support my friend with the problem.
9.
My preferred type of school day includes...
- A.
  Special whole school celebrations or gatherings.
- B.
  Activities in your Year level or House Group.
10.
At Eddies I have developed...
- A.
  Personal spirituality.
- B.
  Stronger critical awareness.
- C.
  An awareness of the global community.
- D.
  Sensitivity towards the situation of others.
11.
In the classroom I prefer...
- A.
  Individual Activities.
- B.
  Group Activities.
12.
Select a service opportunity.
- A.
  Join the Environment & Sustainability Committee.
- B.
  Serve at the Rosies' Street Van after school.
- C.
  Help at the College Open Day.
- D.
  Support younger students with their study.
13.
In a group task I am most likely to...
- A.
  Ensure I use my strengths to complete the task.
- B.
  Lead a group discussion and reflection about the task.
- C.
  Encourage everyone to participate equally.
- D.
  Work with someone who might struggle.
14.
Of highest priority for St Edmund's College should be that...
- A.
  Education is based in real world experiences with community groups and organisations.
- B.
  Education provides young people with the skills to be build a better world.
- C.
  Education encourages young people to share their individual talents.
- D.
  Education challenges young people to think more critically about relevant issues.
15.
Unique to Eddies as an Edmund Rice school, I most appreciate how the College...
- A.
  Welcomes and values all students regardless of religion, race, disability, gender, sexual orientation or economic situation.
- B.
  Provides opportunities for students to participate in service programs to develop relationships with those on the margins.
- C.
  Nurtures and encourages each the individual spiritual growth of each student.
- D.
  Enables students to experience personal achievement within a safe and supportive environment.

Quiz Outcomes

1.
Liberating Education
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A focus on this Touchstone means that you encourage all members of the school community to work to the best of their ability as well as striving for equity and excellence. You understand that we are committed to an holistic education integrating faith with culture and learning, whilst instilling an appreciation of the need to strive for the greater good of all society. You know that we can be positive leaders in the wider community. You value a critical awareness of justice and peace issues and why we give priority in the allocation of resources to students with particular needs. "We open hearts and minds, through quality teaching and learning experiences, so that through critical reflection and engagement each person is hope-filled and free to build a better world for all."
2.
Gospel Spirituality
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A focus on this Touchstone means that you value being present and building positive relationships with all members of the community. You support the individual spiritual growth of each person through reflection, prayer and rituals. This Touchstone encourages the practice of forgiveness and reconciliation. It is lived through a commitment to being of service to those in need in our community. You value community celebrations which brings spirit and joy to our community. You understand that each person brings their own story and wisdom and this give greater depth to our experience. "We invite all people into the story of Jesus and strive to make his message of compassion, justice and peace a living reality within our community."
3.
Justice & Solidarity
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A focus on this Touchstone means that you are committed to justice and peace for all. You are actively involved in developing community partnerships that lead to mutual transformation of heart and mind. You are someone who promotes participation in service and solidarity opportunities. You value building relationships with those on the margins and are committed to critical reflection and prayerful discernment in justice and peace issues. You understand the need to work with and walk alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples advocating justice and promoting reconciliation. You demonstrate an awareness of the eco-justice and are committed to sustainability and care for creation. "We are committed to justice and peace for all, grounded in a spirituality of action and reflection that calls us to stand in solidarity with those who are marginalised and the Earth itself."
4.
Inclusive Community
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A focus on this Touchstone means that you are accepting and welcoming of all people. You build healthy, positive relationships with those you meet and are committed to the common good for all. You are someone who is sensitive to the situations of others. You welcome and value all members of the school community regardless of religion, race, disability, gender, sexual orientation or economic situation. You understand the need to work in partnership with the local community to provide care for others that nurtures the dignity of each person. You demonstrate an awareness of the need to stand in solidarity with those who are powerless and marginalised and strive to provide access for those who other may not be included. "Our community is accepting and welcoming, fostering right relationship and committed to the common good."

Our Touchstones

Discover your area of strength or which Touchstone you demonstrate more frequently and where you have room to improve or learn more.For each question, select the answer that is most relevant to you.

Quiz Questions

Quiz Outcomes