Meet our new Chaplain

Hello to everyone in the MPS Community, my name is Danny and it is my privilege to be your new chaplain!

I am 23 years old and the older brother to 7 younger siblings (crazy right). In a professional capacity I am new to chaplaincy and have previously worked in business development and sales management but wanted to pursue a career that had community impact. Both of my parents work or have worked as chaplains, and I was always inspired by the impact they had on their school communities. I’ve worked for about 7 years as a volunteer for youth and children’s ministry, which has cultivated a passion to show up for young people and support them through the ups and downs of their formative years. The impact of a trustworthy, safe and consistent adult cannot be understated in the life of a child and I’m glad to be on board with a school and team that are committed to providing that for each and every one of your incredible kids!

I’m happy to be available for a chat with parents and students so please come find me or contact the school.

I can’t wait to continue meeting more of you all!

Danny Rooker

School Chaplain

Meet our new Aboriginal and Islander Education Officer

Kaya!

My name is Max and I am the new AIEO at Marangaroo Primary School. I am a Ballardong Noongar man from Wongan Hills country. My mob are the Davis' and Bennells with connections to the McGuires, Fitzgeralds, Collards and Reidys.

I also have marriage connections to Yamatji mob.

I will be available at MPS as AIEO on Thursdays and Fridays. I have sent invites home with our aboriginal students, for parents and grandparents to attend a morning tea on Friday in the library. I look forward to getting to know the MPS community.

Boordawan!

Max Pross

AIEO

National Reconciliation Week

National Reconciliation Week – 27 May to 3 June

National Reconciliation Week (NRW) is a time for all Australians to learn about our shared histories, cultures and achievements. It is also a time to explore how we can each contribute to achieving reconciliation in Australia. NRW is held across the same dates each year (27 May to 3 June) and commemorates two significant milestones – the successful 1967 Referendum, and the High Court Mabo decision respectively.

2026 Theme - ‘All In For Reconciliation’

The National Reconciliation Week (NRW) 2026 theme, All In, is a call for all Australians to commit wholeheartedly to reconciliation every single day. The theme reminds us that reconciliation requires active participation from everyone – it is not a spectator sport. It calls on all of us to step away from the sidelines and take responsibility for meaningful action.

Anniversary of 1967 Referendum - 27 May

The 27th of May marks the anniversary of the 1967 Referendum, which saw more than 90% of Australians vote to change the Constitution. The vote was for the removal of references within the Constitution that discriminated against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. The referendum did not end discrimination, but it did allow the Australian Parliament to make special laws for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as count Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as part of the population (including in the national census).

Mabo Day - 3 June

Mabo Day commemorates the anniversary of the 1992 High Court’s ruling that Torres Strait Islander people were the Traditional Owners of the Murray Islands, including the islands of Dauer, Waier and Mer. The doctrine and myth of ‘terra nullius’ - that Australia was a land belonging to no-one was overturned. This decision led to the introduction of Native Title legislation by the Australian Government in the following year. Mabo Day is named after Eddie Koiki Mabo, a Torres Strait Islander man whose advocacy was central to this landmark case.

2026 Artwork

The 2026 theme artwork, created by Gumbaynggirr/Bundjalung artist Otis Hope Carey, draws on the symbolism of water and the ocean—a powerful source of connection, movement, and renewal throughout his work. Flowing shapes and layered forms reflect the energy created when people move together, reminding us that reconciliation gains strength through collective action. The artwork represents All In for Reconciliation by showing that, like water, meaningful change is constant, shared, and shaped by everyone’s participation.

Find out more and get involved in some of the local and state-wide community events by clicking on the links below.

Reconciliation WA

National Reconciliation Week 2026 | Western Australian Museum

Reconciliation Australia - Australia Wide Events

Tough Stuff Program - Year 6

Triple P Parenting

Canteen