Newsletter Term 3 Week 10, 2025

Acknowledgement of Country

In the Spirit of Reconciliation, the St. Pius X school community recognises 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

Dear St Pius X School Community

A busy term comes to an end this week and we rest up for the usual craziness of the final term of the year. I thank you all for your support for adding to the school community, it is a blessing to be part of.

Thanks to those families who attended Meet for Mass yesterday and went on to support the annual Parish Picnic.

Stage Two Excursion

This Tuesday we have Year Three and Four travelling to the Wellington Caves for an excursion. A reminder that no student can attend without permission. Obviously no lunch orders on this day for these two classes. Safe travels.

Pupil Free Day

This Friday (26th September) all SPX staff will be joining St Johns Primary and St Johns College to attend our annual Spirituality day. 

The first day back for ALL STUDENTS next term is MONDAY 13th October.

Parents and Friends Disco

What a wonderful night last Thursday night. Thanks to Mrs Lauren Hannam and her Parents and Friends team for initiating the idea and the support on the night. Thanks to all the staff who gave up your evening to help out. 

I am confident this will become an annual event.

Rugby Union Clinics

I would like to give thanks to Harrison, Tim, NSW Rugby Union and their team for running our Tuesday Clinics all term. The children have really enjoyed the time running around and learning about the ‘Game they play in Heaven’.

Gerard Yeo Shield

Congratulations to St Johns Primary on their victory in the 2025 Gerard Yeo Shield. Thanks to Mrs Aimee Rose for your organisation around the event and Miss Charli Goodwin and Mrs Teagan King for your support. Well done to all Year Six students.

SPX Summer Uniform 

To start Term Four we will be switching to the whole school wearing full SUMMER uniform. We thank you all in advance for your support regarding school uniforms.

PLEASE make sure jumpers are clearly labeled.

Have a great week.

Greg Cant

Assistant Principal's Address

North Street Pick Up Zone 

If you have a different person picking up your child/ren from the North Street Pick Up Zone, please make sure they are aware of the pick up procedures for this zone. It is important that we follow the same procedures for traffic flow and safety.

Please be patient and pull out in order to reduce the risk of an accident. We load the cars in threes and the loaded cars are expected to pull out in this order. 

New Girl’s Summer Uniform Option

A reminder that we will have a new Summer uniform option for girls.

Lowes have advised us that the maroon skort is in stock but the blouse has been pushed back to arriving in store on 25th September.  This is a stock issue and not a store issue. This is still before the beginning of Term 4…just!  Otherwise, we continue with uniform option one until the stock arrives in store.

Girls Summer option one: Pink checked dress, black shoes and white ankle socks.

Girls Summer option two: Maroon skort, fawn short sleeved button up shirt, black shoes and white ankle socks .

RE News

Staff Retreat Day - Br Damien 

On Friday, St Pius staff will join together with St John’s Primary and St John’s College staff to take part in a retreat led by Br. Damien, an Edmund Rice Christian Brother from Brisbane. With a focus on the power of story to unite us, the day will invite us to reflect, share, and reconnect with our own hearts and one another. 

Faith formation days are vital in guiding and supporting us in the important work of nurturing the faith of our students.

Gerard Yeo Shield - Year 6 

Our Year 6 students proudly took part in the Gerard Yeo Shield, a special day held in memory of former student Gerard Yeo, who tragically lost his life in the Bali bombings. The event brought together Year 6 students from the four Dubbo Catholic Primary Schools, fostering unity, friendship, and community spirit.

Students had the chance to engage in both sporting and academic challenges, demonstrating teamwork, school pride, and great sportsmanship. The day concluded beautifully with a shared liturgy, celebrating our Catholic faith and connection as one community.

We are very proud of our Year 6 students for the way they represented our school and embraced the spirit of the day.

Meet for Mass 

Thank you to those families who were able to join us for Meet for Mass on Sunday. It is always so lovely to come together with our parish to celebrate together. 

A special mention to those who took up a special role of reading and the offertory during the Mass.

Year 2 - Sacrament of Reconciliation Session

As a part of the Sacrament of  Reconciliation preparation, children and their parents/guardians need to attend the Preparation Sessions held at St Brigids Hall. The sessions are repeated 3 times in the week to help with managing busy schedules. Only 1 session needs to be attended each week. 

• Session 1 - Tuesday 21st October 6:15pm or Wednesday 22nd October 4:30pm or Sunday 26th October 10am. 
• Session 2 - Tuesday 28th October 6:15pm or Wednesday 29th October 4:30pm or Sunday 2nd November 10am.  
• Session 3 - Tuesday 4th November 6:15pm or Wednesday 5th November 4:30pm or Sunday 9th November 10am.

TERM 3 DATES to Remember

• Staff Retreat Day, Br Damien, Friday 26th September (Week 10) - this is a Pupil Free Day.

TERM 4 DATES to Remember

• Granparent’s Day Liturgy, Thursday 23rd October, 10:30am (Week 2)
• Grandparent’s Day BYO Morning Tea/Picnic lunch and Open classroom, Thursday 23rd October, 11:00-11:30am (Week 2)
• Reconciliation Session 1 (Year 2 Reconciliation Candidates) - Tuesday 21st October 6:15pm or Wednesday 22nd October 4:30pm or Sunday 26th October 10am. 

Kristy Isbester

 Acting Religious Education Coordinator St Pius X

Sport News

Annual Primary Handball Competition

The annual Primary Handball Competition started last week and we hope for record participation.

We run the competition with charity in mind, with money raised from the competition going to the term four St. Vincent de Paul Christmas hamper appeal.

The competition schedule will be as follows:

It will be a $2 enter fee with this money due to each child’s teacher no later than the Friday before their competition commences. Year Three any day this week.

Normal school uniform is to be worn for the event (unless a special mufti day etc); anyone not wearing correct uniform may be forced to forfeit their matches. 

The competition will run during lunchtime with no interruption to class time. If a child happens to be away we are unable to reschedule matches and matches are forfeited. 

It is very important for children to have money in on time; it is a fun activity for a very worthwhile cause.

Student Wellbeing

Our School News

Notification from Fees Liason Officer

All instalment payments for school fees are due by 15th August 2025.

If you are paying via one of the following methods:

• Direct Debit

• BPAY

• Centrepay

• Compass Pay/Over counter office payment

Please ensure your scheduled payments will fully cover your fees by 19th November 2025.

Please note: This notice does not apply to families who have previously contacted the Fees Liaison Officer to arrange an alternative fee agreement.  

If you are unsure whether your payments are on track, please contact our Fees Liaison Officer, Tracey, on 0427 193 571 for clarification.

Thank you for your attention to this matter.

Tracey Watt

Merit Awards

Kindergarten - Aiden, Andrew, Lottie, Hunter 

Year 1 - April, Bo, Sateki, Nate, Pippa, Princess

Year 2 - Oliver, Harrison, Landon, Jet, Vince, Aidan

Year 3 - Lily, Rori, Desyrae, Lily Amelia, Allie, Gerry 

Year 4 - Abigail, Hugh, Matilda, Riley, Solomon, Lauren 

Year 5 - Charlie, Ellyse, Keidan, Amity, Abigail, Hayden, Lucy, Nate

Year 6 - Parker, Ralph, James, Camden

Happy Birthday!

Lienna   16th 

Walter   17th 

Evie   17th 

Drishya   20th 

Lachlan   21st 

Community News

This is a photo of my mum and dad (about to celebrate their 60th wedding anniversary this week!!) with my nephew Sam. Sam is the driving force behind the family project “Walk for Ma’. 

Mum was diagnosed with Dementia in 2020. Since her diagnosis she has gained much joy in a therapeutic form by being part of the SIng Out choir… “a supportive and comfortable space where we use the power of music to connect and create joyful moments that resonate far beyond our choir sessions. We are more than just a choir, we are a community, bound by melody and friendship.”

As a way of paying back, our family is trying to raise funds for this worthy charity.

If you would like to donate, it would be muchly appreciated!!

Libby Campbell

St Pius X Catholic Primary School Dubbo ABN 15679442089