Newsletter Term 2 Week 8, 2024

Welcome to Country

In the Spirit of Reconciliation, the St. Pius X school community recognizes the ongoing role of the traditional custodians of this land, the Tubba-Gah peoples of the Wiradjuri nation. It is on their ancestral lands that we continue our learning journey together.

We extend that respect to Elders, past, present and emerging. Furthermore, all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples within our school community. Acknowledging their presence and spiritual connection to Country.

In the light of faith, we work towards a more accepting and humble school environment for all.

Principal's Address

Our School Value of Kindness

I saw this during the week , I think it is a wonderful concept of Kindness and something we could all aspire to. The  world would be a better place if we could all put this simple concept into practice.

Athletics Carnival

Our Athletics Carnival is on Thursday 20th June - all students will need to be dropped off to
Barden Park from 8.30am. Kindergarten and Year 1 students will finish at 12.00pm and will
need to be collected from the classroom teachers.
To make our carnival a success we need as many parent helpers as possible. Any amount of
help would be greatly appreciated.
Burgies will be running our canteen for us on the day.

Semester One Reports

The students Semester One reports are currently being finalised by teachers. Students are
assessed using a variety of different methods as well as skills, knowledge and understanding
that is demonstrated in the classroom. If you receive your child’s report and have questions or
would like something clarified, please contact your child’s teacher and organise a meeting to
discuss your child’s report.
Semester One reports will be available on Compass on Thursday 4th July.

Uniform

All students should be in full Winter School Uniform. If you are having trouble sourcing any of
the uniform, please contact the school office and we will endeavour to help you.

Please ensure that your child is wearing a school tie, which is part of our Winter School
Uniform.

Fees

We would ask all families who are not on a regular payment plan, please finalise any
outstanding fees as soon as possible. If you are having difficulty meeting your fee commitments
or you are suffering  financial stress, please contact the school to organise an appointment. The school may
be able to provide support.

P and F

Looking for a delicious and convenient way to support St Pius X Primary School? Look no further
than our annual Pie Drive! All proceeds will be donated to the Library and Student Wellbeing.
Order by Monday 17th June for delivery Thursday 4th July. Simply order online or via the
order form sent home last week..
With a wide range of sweet and savory options to choose from, there's something for everyone.
So don't miss out on this chance to enjoy some delicious treats while supporting our school.
Order now and help us make this Pie Drive a huge success!

The P and F would like you to Save the Date - Friday 6th September for their Trivia Night. More
details will follow closer to the date.

School Photos

School Photo Day Wednesday 26th June

Enrolments for Kindergarten

Enrolments for Kindergarten 2025 are open . If your family has a younger sibling or know of families who have children ready to commence school next year please contact the office for an enrolment form  or alternatively our enrolment forms can be downloaded from the school website. Please don't hesitate to contact the office should you require any further assistance or clarification.

St Brigid’s Parish Black Tie Ball.

St Brigid’s will be holding a Black Tie ball on Friday 19th July. This is a wonderful opportunity to
get some friends together for a great night out and support our Church.
Please see attached flyer for details.

Important Dates

Thursday 20th June - Athletics Carnival

Wednesday 26th June - School Photos

Thursday 4th July - P and F Pie Drive for collection

Thursday 4th July - School reports available via Compass

Friday 5th July - Out of Uniform Day - Fundraiser for Ella Penman

Friday 5th July - Last Day of Term 2

Monday 22nd July - First Day of Term 3

Katrina Isbester- Principal

Assistant Principal's Address

St Pius X Athletics Carnival

The school’s athletics carnival is being held on Thursday 20th June (Thursday Week Eight) at Barden Park (North Dubbo). Children do not come to school at all. The whole school including staff will be at Barden Park. Parents are responsible for the transport of their children to and from the park.

Regional carnival will take place on the 6th August (Term Three, Week Three)

The children need to arrive at Barden Park at approximately 8.30am and picked up promptly at 2.30pm. The carnival will start at 9am sharp. Kindergarten and Year One’s day finishes at 12.00pm.

As students arrive they are to have their name marked off by their teachers.

We will not be doing semi-finals for the juniors before the day. All junior field events run on the day will have modified rules due to the large numbers. 

If we need to postpone the carnival it will be posted on our school facebook page and a Compass message sent out.

What students will need on the day:

• Hat and sunscreen
• Recess, lunch and a drink (if not buying from canteen)
• Warm clothes
• Full sports uniform this includes a school hat.
• Students may wear their house coloured shirts or school sports uniform only.
  

Polding Touch Football Trials

Last week Zach, Ryder and Braithyn (all Year Six) travelled to Parkes to represent the
Diocese of Bathurst at the Polding Touch Football Trials. Unfortunately, even though the
Diocesan team went through the day undefeated none of the boys were selected for the
Polding team but to make it to this level is a wonderful achievement – congratulations.

Greg Cant Assistant Principal

RE News

First Eucharist Enrolment Weekends

It is now time to enrol for First Eucharist.  Please see the dates below for the masses you can attend to enrol your child in this sacrament.  The preparation sessions and the sacrament are not until Term 3.

Jo Taylor - Religious Education Coordinator St Pius X

Happy Birthday !

Oliver T             Elsie            Aahana

Charlie               James

Sophie                Nate

Whitney             Vince

Cydi                      Kinley

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