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Message From the Principal
Dear Parents and Carers,
Today was a wonderful opportunity to acknowledge the end of Term Three and give thanks for all that we have achieved. The children enjoyed the “treat” of wearing mufti clothes and many indulged in the delicious frozen goodies on offer. Although this term has not seen the usual extra-curricular activities, the students have shown resilience and commitment to their learning and embraced the many different learning opportunities within their classrooms. I am grateful for our wonderful students who always put a smile on my face.
This week our Parish celebrated the sacrament of First Reconciliation. We keep in our prayers our students in Stage Two. I would also like to thank Mrs Jo Stewart, Mrs Jeanette Starcic, Mr Andrew Hales, Ms Renee Maguire, Father Duane and Sr Kerry for all their support in preparing the children so beautifully, despite the challenges of COVID.
We ask that you keep Mrs Suartama and her family in your prayers, due to the passing of her beautiful mother Denise, this week.
Eternal rest grant unto them, O Lord,
and let perpetual light shine upon them.
May they rest in peace.
Amen.
I hope that you all have the chance to have a break over the coming weeks and enjoy time as a family, away from the routine of school, uniforms and lunches!
Yours Sincerely
Pauline Chrostowski
Term 3 Photo
The following students will receive awards for Week 9 and Week 10
Merit Awards
| Week 9 | Week 10 |
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KB:Angelica S, Claire B KR:Thomas M, Logan S 1B:Tilly D, Sophia G, Bodhi R 1R:Oliver B, Allegra B 2B:Noah L, Laynie H, Rome G, Jacob B, Bronte C 3B:Rocco S, Khushi M, Thomas K 3R:Arlie M, William S 4B:Estelle L, Jake H 4R:Eva B, Ruby H 5B:Shylah F, Scarlett D 5R:Luis C, Eve F 6B:Luke D, Jye R, Charlotte V, 6R:Milan Z, Oliver R, Tahlia S, Dion A From the Principal:Cooper F, Amalia H, Charlee B |
KB:Jonas C, Chloe R KR:Matthew H, Tristan G 1B:Serena H, Madison H, Isaiah S 1R:Logan D, Leni G 2B:Patrick R, Allira C 3B:Izabel B, Bentley F 3R:Ava G, Emma V 4B:Orlando B, Coen H 4R:Zane K, Eva Batters 5B:Nadia H, Ari K 5R:Kai W, Sophie T 6B:Ashden C, Kiara D, Mayah K, Olivia V, Bronte W 6R:Miller B, Grace J, Joshua T, Dylan W |
When you have 5 Merit Awards, you qualify for a PRINCIPAL AWARD
Principal's Award
Jaxon G(KB)
Chloe R(KB)
Logan S(KR)
Orlando S(2B)
Kai W(5R)
Harper M(5R)
Joshua E(6B)
When you have 3 Principal's Awards, you will qualify for a Mackillop Award
Mackillop Award
Trinity V(3B)
Lachlan M(4B)
Joshua E(6B)
When you have 2 Mackillop Awards, you qualify for a School Medallion
School Medallion
Skye A(5R)
Joshua E(6B)
The above students have qualified for their Medallions and will be presented with them later in Term 4 by Mrs Chrostowski.
Congratulations to all of these students.
Staff Development Day
The staff will be participating in a STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY on FRIDAY 25th SEPTEMBER.
Therefore the last day of Term 3 for students will be on Thursday 24th September.
Parking Rangers
Council Rangers made one of their regular visits at school drop off yesterday.
A few tips for keeping children and others safe around our school.
Be aware of parking signage around the school
- “The most common parking signs in school zones are 'No Stopping' and 'No Parking' signs.
No Stopping
A No stopping sign means that in the area in the direction of the arrow you must not stop your vehicle at any point on the road or kerb, unless there is a medical or other emergency.
No Parking
You must not stop for more than two minutes in a No Parking area. You must remain in or within 3 metres of the vehicle.
The practise of driving off gutters restricts traffic flow and creates danger for pedestrians and residents. We ask that you exit the car park via the designated exit and be mindful of parking people in.
If you are crossing Cummins Street please do so outside the school gate.
If you are utilising this No Parking area please get your child out at the kerb not out into the traffic.
Thank you to those parents who continually exercise the utmost care when accessing the school. Every child’s safety is everyone’s concern.
From The Parent Handbook
Uniform Requirements
Girls’ Uniform Summer - Steel blue dress with red trim, red ‘v’ neck sloppy joe with embroidered crest, royal slouch hat with emblem, grey cotton blend socks and black shoes.
Boys’ Uniform Summer - Grey ‘blockers’ shorts, school blue shirt with embroidered crest, grey ankle style socks, black shoes, sloppy joe and hat.
General Reminders for children
- Wear the correct school/sport uniform in a neat manner at all times.
- All sport footwear should be jogger style, with laces or velcro. Coloured joggers are acceptable.
- No high-top style runners
-All sports socks must be plain white, ankle length socks. No brand names or anklet socks are to be worn.
- No jewellery except for studs or sleepers (one per ear lobe), watch, religious medal or signet ring.
- No nail polish or make up is permitted.
- School hat is to be worn before and after school, during breaks, PE and Sport.
- Extreme haircuts and coloured hair are not permitted.
- Long hair MUST be tied back.
- Hair, uniform and appearance should be in such condition, only to invite positive comment.
All items of clothing are available from Lowes, Westfield Figtree or our Second Hand Uniform Shop, where items are $5 (Please enquire at the office)
Mental Health Awareness Month in October 2020
Religious News
Sacramental Program
Father Duane is currently looking at the number of candidates that we have for First Holy Communuion and Confirmation, along with the venue limits. We will be in touch with families early next term to confirm your date and time, along with the number of attendees. Thank you for your continued patience.
Christmas Story Art Competition
Congratulations to Giorgia T from 5 Blue whose artwork was selected as one of the top 52 artworks from across the Diocese to be a part of the exhibition at the Wollongong Art Gallery. Those chosen were works that were judged to best respond to the criteria and were exemplary of Stage 3 reflective writing and artistic skills. This year the Christmas Story Art Competition and Exhibition opening and awards night will be a virtual event and will be premiered on YouTube from 7.00pm on Wednesday 14 October. A link will be made available to schools on Monday 12 October. During the virtual event the winners of the “Bishop’s Choice Award”, “Director’s Christmas Story Award” and the CatholicCare “Star of Hope Award” will be announced. Finalists from Years 5 and 6 will also be announced and their artwork will be entered into the Sydney Archdiocese Christmas Story Art Competition and Exhibition.
Giorgia’s artist statement:
Scripture - Matthew 2: 9-12.
I chose this scripture because the path the Three Wise Men took, reminds me of my own path in life that leads towards God.The map in my artwork shows my own life path and connects to Jesus and the Three Wise Men. My path to God began in Albion Park where my family once lived and leads to Kiama where I was born and then on to Mangerton where I currently live. The road ends at the silhouette of the stable. Directly under it, is my school and parish, St Pius X Unanderra. This part of my artwork is not only the birthplace of Jesus, it is also the birthplace of my Catholic schooling, and where my knowledge and faith in God has been nurtured and nourished. My artwork brings me joy as the Three Wise Men also brought joy to the story. The Star of Bethlehem, leads to Jesus in the stable which I made out of a map of Israel.
I have used collage as a medium to communicate my meaning through different layers, using paper, paint and oil pastels on a canvas.
From The Assistant Principal
Notables
Our Year 6 students celebrated the “Night of the Notables” in a very different way this year. What is normally a community event held in the evening became a day event which was filmed for parents and friends to view at home.
I congratulate the students for their mature approach to these changes and embracing them so positively. The performances on the day were amazing and I often felt I was speaking to the notable themselves.
We had a range of Australian notables on display including entertainers, explorers, scientists and artists. Thank you to Mrs Tighe and Mrs Suartama for leading our students in their learning and study of their notables this term and for organising a fantastic, COVID friendly event.
Sun Smart
As we approach Term 4 and the onset of warmer weather it is a great opportunity to discuss sun safety with your children and being sun smart at school. We are extremely proud to be recognised by the Cancer Council of Australia as a “Sun Smart School” and there are a few key points for our students to remember to assist in keeping this title.
- Hats: we ask that students remember to wear their hats whenever outside the classroom, including at arrival and dismissal times.
- Water Bottles: Students need to be bringing their own water bottles at this time as our bubblers are not in use due to COVID-19 restrictions.
- Sunscreen: There is sunscreen in all classrooms and the students are encouraged to apply this before playtimes. We also encourage the application of this at home in preparation for the school day.
- Play Spaces: We have endeavoured to provide shaded spaces on all of our playgrounds for the students to take time out of the sun during their breaks.
Canteen News
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic our canteen will remain closed for the forseeable future.
We would like to thank you for your understanding during these difficult times.
We will endeavour to keep you updated on the status of the canteen.
Thank you also to all of our valuable volunteers, we look foward to having you back and running our canteen again.
Parish News and Bulletin
Dear Parishioners and friends,
This week in our bulletin there is a call for anyone with computer skills who is willing to join the wonderful tech team, to occasionally help with the live streamed Masses at 5pm. Don't hesitate to contact us for more information, if you or anyone you know may be interested.
Congratulations and prayers to the children receiving first Reconciliation this week, and their families - with many thanks to the Sacramental Team.
You can read more about it, and the rest of the news, in the bulletin attached.
Please find attached:
- Parish Bulletin (with thanks to Sue Briscoe)
May God bless you and keep you and all your loved ones safe and well.
Fr Duane Fernandez
Parish Priest
Immaculate Conception and St Therese Parishes
0414 626 357