Newsletter Term 1 Week 9, 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
Wonderful that so many families could make it to St Brigids for SPX Meet for Mass. Remember the church is always there and always welcoming to all.
Parents and Friends Meeting
Our final P and F meeting for the term is tomorrow night (Tuesday) via Zoom at 6.00pm.
We had wonderful numbers attend the last meeting, it would be lovely to see you all again. Please follow the link below to attend the meeting.
https://bthcatholic.zoom.us/j/
Meeting ID 924 9699 2979
Kindergarten 2026 Enrolments
Enrolments for Kindergarten 2026 should be received by the end of Term One. If you have a child commencing Kindy in 2026, I ask that you download a copy of the enrolment form from the SPX website (or contact the office) and drop it off to the school office. Our office is more than happy to photocopy any original reports or certificates. If you have any questions at all please do not hesitate to get in touch.
SPX School Photos
Our school photos take place this Wednesday 2nd April. Photo envelopes have already been sent home with instructions, if this envelope has not been received please contact the school office. A reminder that normal school rules apply for these photographs; no make-up, hair tied back, an earring in each ear and no hair-art.
Science and Engineering Day
Congratulations and well done to Year Six who represented our school so well at the annual Science and Engineering Day at the Showground last week. Thanks to Miss Isbester for your organisation and support of the students.
Easter Egg Raffle
The Easter Raffle will take place on the last day of term (Friday 11th April). Tickets will go home today and will need to be returned by the 8th April ($1 each). If you are wanting more tickets please just contact the school office.
Thanks to those who have already donated an egg or two. As you know the annual raffle is such a highlight for the children, don’t forget to donate!
Save the dates:
-5th May Dr Justin Coulson SJC
-9th May SPX Trivia night
Have a great week.
Greg Cant
Assistant Principal's Address
Pick-Up
A reminder of the ‘Pick-Up’ rules. Please follow these guidelines to make things run smoothly for everyone….
Pick Up Zones Rules Reminder
Thank you to all our families who have adjusted well to the new pick up rules in North Street. The rules are below as a reminder to ensure the flow of traffic. If you do not have a sign for your visor, please ring the office and we will organise enough signs for all the people who collect your child/children. Not displaying your name is a disruption to the flow of traffic.
- Display family name sign on passenger visor. This helps us have your child ready at the gate.
- Move up to the end of the driveway if you are in the front car.
- Do not get out of your car.
- Three cars loaded consecutively only.
- Pull out in order (don’t not overtake), please be patient.
- Do not pull up in the bus zone, if there is no room you need to go around the block. Children are not allowed to exit from the Bus (bottom) gate. If you pull up in the bus zone, Police will book you.
- If your child needs help with their seatbelt, you need to park and collect your child.
- If your child is not ready to be collected, you will be asked to go around the block.
- This zone is for quick, easy collection of your child/children. Not following the guidelines above holds everyone up and creates a traffic issue!
Pick Up Rules Young Street
- You need to get out of your car to collect your child from this zone.
- You are welcome to enter the school grounds before the bell to collect your child.
- If your child is not picked up within 15 minutes, they will be taken to the front pick up zone.
Child Internet Safety
In the ever evolving world of technology, the link below leads to an article with useful suggestions to support your family manage technology and social media use in a healthy way. Professor Warburton and Macquarie University PhD candidate, Mic Moshel, have outlined the principles of a healthy media diet.
Jo Taylor
Assistant Principal
RE News
A note for our Altar Servers from Fr Nam
Dear Parents,
Thank you so much for supporting your child's ministry as an Altar Server.
To give thanks to our Altar Servers and to also give your child confidence and support, the Parish is organising a Training and Picnic for all Altar Servers of our Parish after 9.00 Mass on Sunday, 6th April 2025.
All Altar Servers are invited to join 9.00 Mass that day and wear Holy Communion robes. After Mass, we will have a quick training and then a Picnic. Please arrive 10 minutes before Mass.
If your child would be able to attend, could you RSVP by 1st April 2025 via this link: https://forms.gle/o7NhvtqVV7eSWwzo6
Thank you so much for your support
God bless,
Fr Nam
The Lenten Season
Our Caritas program this week has taught us about Lam, a young man from rural Vietnam. Lam had a passion for graphic design but was faced with limited career prospects due to his disability. Due to programs supported by Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion, Lam was able to pursue IT training and now runs a successful graphic design business.
This is one of the many heartwarming stories that we hear about, and that highlight the success of programs such as Project Compassion.
We encourage your family to keep trying to fill your Project Compassion box as a way of giving and following in the footsteps of Jesus. The Project Compassion boxes will be collected before the end of the term, Friday 4th April (Week 9).
Holy Week Liturgy
Our Holy Week Liturgy will be presented by Year 3 on Thursday 10th April at 11:45 am. During this liturgy we take the time to celebrate and remember the sacrifices Jesus made, including his passion, death and his resurrection, triumphing over death and sin. Parents are welcome to attend.
Easter Resurrection Liturgy
Our Easter Liturgy will be presented by Year 4 on Friday 11th April at 11:45 am. During this liturgy we explore the significance of how the Easter Season represents new life, hope, and God's love overcoming death, offering forgiveness and the possibility of a relationship with God. Parents are welcome to attend.
TERM 1 DATES to Remember
- Project Compassion Boxes due Friday 4th April (Week 9)
- Holy Week Liturgy Thursday 10th April 11:45 am (Week 10)
- Easter Resurrection Liturgy Friday 11th April 11:45 am (Week 10)
TERM 2 DATES to Remember
- Confirmation Enrolment Weekend Saturday 17th May (5 pm)/Sunday 18th May (9 am or 5 pm) or Saturday 24th May (5 pm)/Sunday 25th May (9 am or 5 pm)
Kristy Isbester
Acting Religious Education Coordinator St Pius X
Sports News
AFL
The Paul Kelly Cup AFL Gala day for girls and boys in Years Five and Six is being held in Dubbo this Tuesday (1st April). We wish all the very best to these students participating.
The day starts with a briefing for all participants at 9.10am. We are asking that students attending be dropped off at 8.45am. Mr Cant, Miss Isbester, Mrs Carr and Miss Goodwin will be there at this time marking off names and handing out footy jumpers. We ask that you please pick up your child by 2.40pm from the Oval.
Students will need to bring:
- Sports uniform MUST BE WORN (with SCHOOL HAT). No uniform, No play. Football boots are allowed to be worn during games.
- Mouth guards are COMPULSORY.
- Recess, lunch and drink (bottle). There WILL be a canteen running on the day.
- Sportsmanship and manners.
Polding Swimming
We wish Phoebe Heckendorf, Frankie and Stella Lavelle all the very best for the Polding Swimming trials in Homebush this week. The girls have worked very hard to get to this level and deserve all the praise. Safe travels and the best of luck with this great achievement.
School Cross Country
Our school Cross Country takes place Friday 4th April at Pioneer Oval (just one block west of St Pius X – about 9.20am. The whole school takes part with Kindergarten and Year One taking part in informal races, Year Two to Year Six will run for positions at the Diocesan carnival (top four runners from each event).
ALL students are to wear FULL sports uniform.
The Diocesan carnival takes place at Coolah on Tuesday 6th May.
Diocesan Sports Trials
Congratulations to all those students who travelled to Bathurst last Friday for the Diocesan Winter Sports Trials. From all reports these student represented the school very well.
Special congratulations to Xanthe Klaare (football /soccer) and Nate Howard (11 Years rugby league) who were chosen to represent the Diocese at the Polding trials in May.
Our School News
P&F News
Merit Awards
Kinder - Elora, Isabella, Bodhi, Zoe
Year 1 - Nova, Oliver, Aurora, Harry, Sateki
Year 2 - Jack, Harrison, Harry, Kha Thy, Tyler
Year 4 - Spencer, Travis, Estelle, Abi, Solomon
Year 5 - Olivia, Maddi, Ellyse, Nyola, Darci
Year 6 - Parker, Claudia, Kodi, Ralph, Ali
Happy Birthday !
Noah 20th
Abigail 21st
Ellyse 21st
Oliver 22nd
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