FROM THE PRINCIPAL
Dear Parents and Caregivers of St Pius X,
On Friday 15 August, we celebrate the Feast of the Assumption of Mary, one of the most important feast days in the Catholic Church.
The Assumption tells us that, at the end of her life on earth, Mary, the mother of Jesus, was taken body and soul into Heaven. This was God’s way of honouring Mary for her deep faith, her “yes” to His plan, and the way she lived with love, humility, and trust in Him.
This feast is a joyful reminder of our own call to live faithfully and follow Jesus’ example. At St Pius X, we will mark this special day with a school prayer in the hall at the end of Recess.
We invite families to take time together on this day to reflect on Mary’s life and the inspiration she offers us in our own journey of faith.
Long Service Leave
Prior to my appointment at St Pius X, my husband and I planned an Italian holiday. I will be absent from St Pius X during Weeks 8, 9 and 10 of Term 3, and during Week 1 of Term 4. Following discussions with CEDoW and recruitment processes, I am delighted to announce the following acting appointments whilst I am on leave:
Acting Principal - Mrs Christine Nunes
Acting Assistant Principal - Mrs Shay Lindner
Acting Middle Leader 2 - Mrs Trish Burrows
I extend my congratulations to Christine, Shay and Trish, and am confident that the school will be in very good hands.
During this time, Mrs Patricia (Trish) Belcher will teach Mrs Lindner's class and will also assist in Kindergarten to provide time for Mrs Burrows to attend to her Middle Leader 2 duties. Mrs Cathy Zamroz will remain teaching 4R in her usual capacity. Mrs Belcher knows our school very well and is well known to our students.
Mr Sajdovski and Miss Jaklic are also taking some planned Long Service Leave. Coincidentally, we will all be in Italy, but not in the same place at the same time!
Mr Sajdovski will be on leave for Weeks 8, 9 and 10 of this term. His class will be taught by Mrs Chloe Smith (Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays) and Mr Frank Timpano (Thursdays and Fridays).
Miss Anna Jaklic will be on leave for Weeks 9 and 10 of Term 3 and Week 1 of Term 4. Her class will be taught by Miss Tierney Dunne.
Lisa Tyson
Principal