Newsletter Term 4 Week 10 2024
Acknowledgement of 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
Thank You
As we come to the close of another incredible school year, I would like to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to everyone who has made this year so special.
To our wonderful parents – thank you for your unwavering support, partnership, and encouragement throughout the year. Your involvement in your child's education and your trust in us make all the difference. We are grateful for the time, energy, and care you put into supporting our school community.
To our amazing staff – your hard work, dedication, and commitment to our students have been truly outstanding. Each of you has played a vital role in making this year a success, and your passion for education and the wellbeing of our students shines through every day. We are incredibly fortunate to work alongside such a talented and caring team.
To our students – we are so proud of the way you have embraced and lived out our school values of Kind, Connect, Respect. You have shown compassion, built strong relationships with one another, and respected both yourselves and others in so many wonderful ways. Your efforts and positive attitudes make our school a better place every day.
As we head into the Christmas holidays, I wish all of our families a peaceful and joyful Christmas season, filled with love and laughter. May the New Year bring you health, happiness, and continued success.
I would also like to thank the school community for the memories created in the last 5 years, that I will cherish always. While I am sad to say farewell, I know that this beautiful school will continue to flourish and thrive.
Important Dates
All important and upcoming dates can be found in the Parent Google calendar. Dates include end of Term dates and the return to school dates for 2025.
Monday 16th December - Executive lunch for Award winners
Wednesday 18th December - Last Day of 2024
Tuesday 4th February - First day of school for Year 1-Year 6
Thursday 6th February - First day of school for Kindergarten
Teaching Staff for 2025
Principal - Mr Cant
Assistant Principal - Mrs Taylor
Religious Education Coordinator - To be confirmed
It is important to understand that Class Teachers may change if circumstances change in the holidays. We hope to keep any changes to a minimum.
Kindergarten - Miss Montague
Year 1 - Mrs Campbell (Monday-Thursday)
Mr Schwager (Friday)
Year 2 - Mrs Meredith (Monday-Thursday)
Mrs Taylor (Friday)
Year 3 - Mrs Buckland (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
Mrs Taylor (Wednesday)
Year 4 - Mrs Fisher (Monday-Wednesday)
Mrs Rose (Thursday-Friday)
Year 5 - Mrs Carr
Year 6 - Miss Isbester
Library - Mr Schwager
Release - Mrs Hart (Wednesday, Thursday)
Support Mrs Kerin (Mon-Wednesday)
Semester Reports
Semester reports will be available via Compass this afternoon
Katrina Isbester
Principal
Assistant Principal's Address
St. Pius X 2024 Handball Champions
Thanks to all those students who participated in the annual Handball Competition, we have raised $166 for the St. Vincent de Paul Christmas Hampers.
The champions were: Molly Rouse, Spencer Marchant, Phoebe Heckendorf, Kingsley Green, Amahlii Thurston, James Howard, Alexie Etheridge and Digby Elliott.
The Runners-up were: Clara Job, Brock Ellis, Abigail Hannam, Timmy Peek, Alexandra Edwards, Mason Peckham, Jayley Stevenson and James Peek.
Encouragement awards were; Evie Towns, Isaac Gordon, Ellyse Trudgett, Dustyn Ritchie, Almirah Read, Kodi Kinchela, Eleanor O’Brien and Benji Rich.
Thanks to all those students who helped referee, without you this event simply does not happen. Special mention to the few students who paid their money but were away on the day – these students didn’t complain even though they were very disappointed but still donated their money towards the hampers.
2025 School Supplies
A friendly reminder that St Pius X supplies almost all classroom items for 2025. The only items that are to be supplied by the children / families are; library bag, pencil case and paint shirt / smock, school bag and ear phones.
Greg Cant
Assistant Principal
RE News
END OF YEAR GRADUATION MASS
Our final mass for the year was a wonderful celebration. Thank you to all the family and friends who were able to join us in this celebration. We wish our Year 6 students many blessings for their future journey wherever it may lead.
MERRY CHRISTMAS
Wishing all our beautiful children and their families a happy and holy Christmas. It is important to remember the reason Christmas is celebrated…the birth of Jesus. Throughout this season, remember it is a time of hope, love and joy. It is a time of God showing his great love for us through his gift of the birth of Jesus.
TERM 1 DATES to REMEMBER for 2025
4th February | Students Return |
13th February | Opening School Mass 2024, St Brigid’s 12 noon |
Jo Taylor
Religious Education Coordinator St Pius X
Happy Birthday !
Nathaniel Reuben
Gabriel Brian
Eleanor Jack
Rosie Braithyn
Spencer Lily Audrey