St Pius X Catholic Parish Primary School Unanderra eNewsletter

Dear Parents and Carers,

It is with mixed emotions that I write the last newsletter as Principal of St Pius X Unanderra. I have thoroughly enjoyed my eleven years at the school and will look back on the time with fond memories.

I wish to thank the entire community for their unwavering support of my leadership during this time. I have enjoyed the real sense of community we have built and have been so proud to witness our school thrive as an authentic and welcoming Catholic school.

I would like to particularly acknowledge:

Father Duane Fernadez and Sr Kerry Gardiner, who have been wonderful friends and mentors to me.

The amazing and talented staff who work tirelessly to ensure only the best for the children entrusted to them.

Our beautiful students, who make me smile each and every day and last but not least our extraordinary parent community, thank you!

I look forward to touching base with many of you at our Twilight Carols next Tuesday.

Yours Sincerely,

Pauline Chrostowski - Principal

It is that time of year again.

We are collecting food items to be donated to St Vincent De Paul in December.

Please see below for items to be brought in for each Year group.

Thank you in advance for your kind donations.

Kinder: Lollies, chips, chocolates

Year 1: Biscuits, Tea, Coffee

Year 2: Drinks, cordial, juice, fizzy drink

Year 3: Christmas pudding/cake, desserts

Year 4: Tinned fruit, long life custard

Year 5: Breakfast items eg. Boxed cereal, Long life milk

Year 6: Pasta, Pasta Sauce

Christmas Twilight Carols

On Tuesday 17th December our school community will come together to celebrate Christmas through a beautiful Twilight Christmas Carol event.

Carols will commence on site at school at 4.30pm with an approximate finish time of 6.30pm.

Each grade will perform two carols as part of the celebrations.

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Dear Parents and Carers,

As we come to the end of another wonderful school year, I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to all our families for their continued support and involvement in our school community. This year at St Pius X, we have together created many memorable moments. From the creative costumes and activities of our 2024 Book Week celebrations to our recent Family Fun Day, which, despite the rain, was a huge success in fostering a supportive and connected school community.

I would also like to take this opportunity in our final newsletter to bid farewell to Mrs. Chrostowski, who will be leaving us at the end of this year.

Mrs. Chrostowski's leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to the growth and wellbeing of every student has been a privilege to witness. Her warmth and the support she has shown me in my role as Assistant Principal has been deeply appreciated. I will miss her greatly and wish her all the best in her next adventure.

In addition, we say goodbye to Ms. Sartor. Ms. Sartor has played an integral role in nurturing the faith development of our students. Her passion for fostering a strong Catholic school community, along with her compassionate approach, has been truly inspiring. I am deeply grateful for her ongoing support, and I wish her every success in her future endeavors.

Finally, we extend our best wishes to the students and families who are also moving on—whether transitioning to high school or relocating elsewhere. We have loved watching you grow, and we know you will continue to shine in all your future endeavors. You will always be a part of the St Pius X family, and we hope you carry with you the values and friendships you've built here.

As we approach the Christmas break, I wish you all a joyful and peaceful holiday season. May it be a time of rest, reflection, and quality time spent together. I look forward to welcoming you back in the new year, ready for another year of growth, learning, and community. God bless, and have a safe, happy Christmas!

Kind regards

Christine Nunes - Assistant Principal

	DECEMBER
Tuesday 17th	Twilight Christmas Carols at SPX 4.30pm - 6.30pm
Wednesday 18th	LAST DAY TERM FOUR-STUDENTS
Wednesday 18th	Special Visitors for students
Thursday 19th	PUPIL FREE DAY
Friday 20th	PUPIL FREE DAY
	JANUARY
Friday 31st	PUPIL FREE DAY STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY
	FEBRUARY
Monday 3rd	PUPIL FREE DAY STAFF DEVELOPMENT DAY
Tuesday 4th	STUDENTS RETURN YEAR 1-6
Thursday 13th	SPX 2026 KINDERGARTEN Twilight Expo 4.30pm - 6.00pm
	MARCH
Tuesday 4th	Welcome BBQ 2025

CHRISTMAS WISHES

KINDERGARTEN

Dear Kindergarten Parents and Carers,

Thank you for a wonderful year supporting your children through their first year of primary school. They have enjoyed the various aspects of school life and have made amazing progress this year. We are so proud of how far they have come and we look forward to watching them thrive in Year 1.

Wishing you all a safe and holy Christmas with your loved ones.

Warm wishes,

Mrs Galea, Mrs Norrie, Mrs Stewart, Mrs Tighe, Mrs Weekes, Mrs Cauduro, Mrs B, Mrs Moran, Miss Blasi and Miss Meiers.

YEAR 0NE

What a fantastic year it's been in Year 1!

A huge thank you to all our amazing students for your hard work, enthusiasm, and positivity throughout the year.

It has been a pleasure guiding you as you learn and grow.
Wishing all our families a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy 2025.

With warmest wishes,
Mrs Staples & Mrs Malone

YEAR TWO

Dear Year 2 Parents,

Thank you for a wonderful year.

We have really enjoyed working with you and your children and watching them grow.

We wish you a safe and joyful Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Mrs Hertsch, Mr Sajdovski, Ms Shea, Miss Tugrul and Mrs Bourke

YEAR THREE

Wishing you love, joy, and peace this Christmas.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.

Enjoy your holidays.

YEAR FOUR

May this Christmas bring peace to your hearts, light to your homes and love to your families. We hope this festive season is filled with the warmth of togetherness, the joy of giving and the spirit of hope as we look forward to another year of growth and learning. Merry Christmas Year 4 2024!

Year 4 Teachers and Support Staff.

YEAR FIVE

We are so very proud of Year 5 and are thankful that we got to spend this year learning with you. Thank you for all your enthusiasm for life. We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a safe and restful break.

Best wishes,

Mr Wilson, Mr Green and Miss Ceccato.

YEAR SIX

As the festive season approaches, we want to celebrate all your hard work and progress this year. You've faced challenges with determination and supported one another—well done! Enjoy a well-deserved break, filled with joy, relaxation, and time with family and friends. Looking ahead to the new year, we wish you the best of luck as you start the next chapter of your schooling. Keep up the great work, and remember—every new challenge is an opportunity to grow and shine! Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year to you and your families!

Warm wishes from Mrs Starcic, Mrs Frew and all The Staff at SPX!

YEAR SIX GRADUATION

On behalf of the students, families and staff of Year 6, we would like to acknowledge and thank Janeen Marcysiak from Iprop for the amazing display of balloons and Natalie Sanchez-Bruce for the delicious graduation cake.

We greatly appreciate your generosity and for making the night so special!