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Reading at St Pius X

Learning to Read- Did you know?

Decodable texts are specifically written for beginning readers  who are developing their blending and segmenting skills and their knowledge of the alphabetic code. Decodable texts are used in Kindergarten onwards for learning to read. (Home Readers).

They are taken home and used until the student has mastered the initial phonic code and is ready to independently read a range of quality literature. Our Parents and Friends Association have generously funded the purchase of quality decodables for our classrooms. 

 Book Week Winners

Kindergarten - Best Book Hudson Kalsow “ Dino Magic"

Year 1 - Joint Winners Best Books

Chelsea Simsons “Evelen the Soccer Star” 

Luna Bahamondes Ebook “Daisy “

Year 2 - Best Book Zara Moretti “ The Mermaid and the Lipstick

Year 3 - Best Book  - Joint Winners

Isla Farrugia “The Magic is Right Here “

Brodhy O`Neill - Antarctica

Year 4 - Best Book Scarlett Lee Mahanidis “The Sapphire Coast “

Year 5 - Best book - Chiara Curcio “Luck“

Year 6 - Best Book Rome Golfo “The Orca”

Silver Infants - Luna Bahamondes “Daisy”

Silver Primary - Rome Golfo “The Orca”

Gold Dewey - Isla Farrugia  “The Magic Is Right here “

Year 5 Canberra Excursion 

On August 15th, Year 5 went on an overnight excursion to Canberra.

We left at 7:00 am.

When we arrived, we went to Parliament House. On our tour we saw the House of Representatives which is green and the Senate which is red. After that we did a parliamentary debate role play. Our topic was should there be air conditioning in Australian schools? Next, we had our lunches in front of the Parliament House. 

Our next stop was The National Arboretum, which is a big place, like The Botanical Gardens. Did you know that every tree from around the world is at the Arboretum? We rolled down the big hill, then ran back up. In the Arboretum, is a park called the Pod Playground, which had things to play on, make music and slides. We ran around there for a long time (I think the teachers wanted us to be tired!)

The Australian Institute of Sport is where lots of adult female and male athletes train for Olympics or big events. We got to go into a room that had games like skiing, soccer, cycling and all kinds of sports. Once that was over, we went to our accommodation at Leumeah Lodge. For dinner we had penne pasta and chicken, while for dessert we had strawberry ice cream. Straight after dinner we played some games. We had a special visitor, which was Mr Green as a yellow M&M. The game we played was to get all the ping-pong balls onto the other plate with the spoon in your mouth.

The next day we had cereal and pancakes, toast and apple juice or orange juice for breakfast. After that it was onto the bus heading to the Old Parliament house. We learned how to vote and how our votes are counted. We saw the embassies near the Old Parliament house. We went to Black Mountain and ate our lunches. They were either ham, cheese tomato or chicken salad, as well as a popper. 

We headed to the War Memorial and learned about the aircraft used in the war. 

Our favourite place was Questacon. We went down a big slide called The Free Fall. Did you know that the Free Fall for a moment makes you feel like you are falling in space? In the Earthquake House we shook and laughed. 

On the way home, we went to Maccas in Goulburn. We were singing songs and playing games. By 7:18pm we were off the bus.

We would like to thank all the teachers for giving us a fun and memorable time and taking time away from your families for Year Five.

Written by Annabel Norton 5R

Year 1 and 2 Excursion – Botanical Gardens

This week Our Year 1 and 2 students enjoyed an exciting excursion to the Botanic Gardens, where they explored a variety of landscapes, including rainforests, deserts and ponds. The students investigated the unique biodiversity of each environment, learning about how plants and animals adapt to their surroundings. They even had the chance to discover insects hidden in the garden, enhancing their understanding of the natural world. The day was filled with hands-on learning and plenty of excitement, making it a memorable experience for everyone involved.

Happy Father’s Day from Stage 1

To all the wonderful Dads, Granddads, Uncles and father figures out there, we want to say a big, warm and heartfelt Thank You!

You help us learn, grow and play every single day. Whether it’s telling us stories, helping with homework, or just being there with a big hug, you’re our heroes!

This week, we celebrate all the love, care and fun you bring into our lives.

From all the students in Years 1 and 2, we wish you a day filled with joy, laughter and lots of happy moments.

Here are some messages from your children:

Dad takes me to soccer and cooks delicious pasta. He does art with me. Sienna and Orlando 2B

I love going outside with my dad and playing on the swings. Dad lets me stay up late on a Friday nights to watch a movie. Zara 2B

I love playing soccer with my dad and building stuff with him. Stefan 2B

My dad tells me lots of jokes, sometimes they are funny and sometimes they are just annoying. Sonny 2B

My Dad is very helpful, and he is very funny. Dad and I always fall asleep when we watch movies together. Allegra 2B

My dad is funny when he picks me up and hangs me upside down. Calvin 1R

I love my dad because he plays fun games with me. Zachary 1R

At work my dad types lots of words and numbers. Harley 1R

At work my Dad drives the excavator and does concrete. Madeliene 1R

My dad is funny when he wrestles me. At work he fixes headaches. Chelsea 1R

I love my dad because he loves me. Miller 1B

I love my dad because he is funny. At work my dad has fun! Sophie 1B

When my dad goes to work, he makes coffee and toots in his office. Zach M 1B

I love my dad because he does kind things for me. Ruben 1B

I like how my dad is caring and whenever he comes back from a trip he always gives me a toy. Charlie 2R

I like how my dad helps me to be safe and he always surprises me with toys. Marlie 2R

I like how my dad always plays handball with me. Darcy 2R

I like how dad is always kind to me and that he works really hard. Finnley 2R

I like when dad does fun things with me. Some afternoons we go into the backyard and play golf. Olivia 2R

PRIME MINISTER'S SPELLING BEE

Last week, students in Years 4-6 participated in the Prime Minister’s Spelling Bee - a national online spelling competition.
We would like to take this opportunity to acknowledge Joshua S (6R) and Rome G (6R) who have been successful in progressing to the next stage (State Final). 

We congratulate all students who participated in this spelling event.