The development of the Damascus College Strategic Plan has been a collaborative journey led by the College Leadership Team and enriched through meaningful consultation with staff, students, and parents. By thoughtfully triangulating data from the school community and Catholic Education Ballarat, a plan has been created that is both informed and visionary. Extensive consultation has been undertaken to ensure all voices have been brought to the table.
Building on the strong foundation of previous plans, this new Strategic Plan honours the richness of our Catholic tradition while boldly embracing a contemporary framework. It positions Damascus as a leader in co-education placing Christ’s Mercy at the heart. An education that nurtures faith, fosters excellence, and prepares students to thrive as compassionate, forward-thinking contributors to our world.
Three distinct strategic priorities have been identified that will guide the Annual Action Plan across the key spheres of Catholic Culture, Learning and Teaching, Student Wellbeing and Stewardship.
Provide staff formation opportunities to assist staff in working together to develop a shared understanding of Catholic Culture and a deeper understanding of the renewed College vision
Review the current Vision with the Damascus community to co-create a renewed school Vision and Mission to reflect the College’s current and future context and aspirations so that these are named, known and understood by all stakeholders
Embed the Damascus Instructional Model across all learning areas to prioritise consistency of teaching practices
Review the effectiveness and process of the Teacher Advisor Program and the best process for student behaviour management
Enhance communication practices and channels to provide timely information, build trust through transparency and develop a shared understanding of strategic planning and decision making
Co-create and communicate agreed and consistently applied classroom and behaviour expectations to ensure a safe and respectful learning culture and environment
Enhance staff wellbeing, culture and connections to the College to enable all to flourish
