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Dear Parents and Carers,
I recently received written feedback from our Cyclic Review, in the format of a written report. The panel, comprising of external consultants and members of the Catholic Education Office, Diocese of Wollongong noted that:
“The school community is focused, committed to learning growth, inclusive, relational, and collaborative and in an authentic partnership with the parish.”
It is pleasing to read such affirmations, as our focus is on the faith development of students and excellence in learning. The panel elaborated further by saying that:
“The culture and human climate of the school is superb and the panel recognises the school as possessing significant future potential.”
I congratulate the community on an outstanding report and note the recommendation moving forward that:
“As the school develops its next strategic plan and as enrolments grow, it will draw on new approaches and resources to assist in the development of an ambitious, highly strategic plan focused on student growth and improvement.”
I am very proud of St Pius X and it was fitting to read the Cyclic Review report on the Feast Day of our Patron Saint; Pope Pius X (2 June 1835 – 20 August 1914), born Giuseppe Melchiorre Sarto, his humble background was no obstacle in relating to a personal God and to people whom he loved genuinely. Pius X gained his strength, his gentleness and warmth for people from the source of all gifts, the Spirit of Jesus.
My hope is that St Pius X continues to be a community of great strength, possessing a warmth and gentleness for others.
"Educating isn't a profession but an attitude, a way of being. In order to educate you must go out of yourselves and be amidst the young, accompanying them in the stages of their growth, standing beside them."
Finally, this Thursday 25th August and Friday 26th August I will be attending a Principal Overnight Retreat at the Hermitage in Mittagong. Mrs Christine Nunes will be Acting Principal, and Ms Louise Sartor Acting Assistant Principal.
Please direct any urgent enquiries to them.
Yours Sincerely,
Pauline Chrostowski - Principal
Awards
PRINCIPAL AWARDS
Max M - 2R
Audrey K - 2R
Cael C - 2R
Zachary O - 3B
Addison M - 3B
Serena H - 3R
Ezekiel B - 3R
Roman T - 3R
Thomas K - 5B
Jaime B - 5R
Izabel B - 5R x 2
MACKILLOP AWARDS
Zachary O - 3B
Addison M - 3B
Serena H - 3R
Ezekiel B - 3R
Roman T - 3R
laynie H - 4B
Sharbel J - 4B
PJ P - 4B
Izabel B - 5R
Ruby H - 6B
SCHOOL MEDALLIONS
Ruby H - 6B
Medallions will be presented later in year by Mrs Chrostowski.
Congratulations to all of these students!!!
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EVENT |
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23/8/222 and 25/8/22 |
Mini-Roos Soccer Clinic for Year 2 to 6 In Physical Education lesson this week. |
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Thursday 25/8/22 |
International Competitions and Assessments for Schools (ICAS) Science and Spelling paper Year 3-6 for students who enrolled. |
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Friday 26/8/22 |
9.30am: Book Week Parade on the Astro- All Welcome. |
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Wednesday 31/8/22 |
Mathematics ICAS assessments. |
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Thursday 1/9/222 |
7.30-9.00am: Father’s Day Breakfast 9.00a.m Year One Assembly and Principal and Mary Mackillop Award recipients to receive awards. 10.00am Father’s Day Stall, all gifts $5 |
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Friday 2/9/22 |
Stage 2 Science Centre Excursion. |
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Monday 5/9/22 |
Kindergarten Incursion – Matilda’s Farm . |
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Thursday 8/9/22 |
R u Ok Day- Wear Bright Mufti |
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Saturday 10/9/2022 |
10.15-11.45am Confirmation Retreat at Immaculate Conception Church. |
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Wednesday 21/9/22 |
5.00pm and 7.00pm Sacrament of Confirmation-Immaculate Conception Church. |
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Friday 23/9/22 |
Last Day Term Three. |
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Monday 10/10/22 |
PUPIL FREE DAY- Staff will be engaging in a Spirituality Day offsite. |
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Tuesday 11/10/22 |
First day Term four. |
Diocesan Athletics Carnival Results
Catholic Women’s League
It was heart-warming to have a visit from our local chapter of the CWL.
These ladies do an amazing job in supporting families sin need.
They graciously donated hampers and grocery vouchers for families in need.
TIERED CONTINUUM OF SUPPORT
At St Pius X both learning outcomes and behaviour support are provided through a three-tiered continuum, comprising universal, targeted and intensive support as represented in Figure 1.2 below.
Tier 1 (Universals) involves systems and practices encompassing differentiated approaches that meet the needs of all students, consistently implemented across all school settings, non-classroom and classroom by all staff.
Example: Explicit classroom teaching of a mathematical concept.
Teaching of expected behaviours to the class group.
Tier 2 (Targeted) involves interventions for some students with identified additional needs achieved through specific programs and targeted support.
Example: SPLICED Gifted Program
Macq and Mini Lit small group booster lessons in literacy for Years One to Six.
Booster lessons Social and Emotional Learning for Identifies students.
Tier 3 (Intensive) involves interventions for a few individual students with identified substantial and extensive needs through targeted intensive support, and case collaboration.
Example: Individualised Behaviour Plan or learning program.
NAIDOC Event
OSHC
School Holiday program
Father’s Day Breakfast
Please be sure to return your RSVP by MONDAY 29th August for the upcoming Father’s Day Breakfast on Thursday 1st September.
This is important for catering purposes. If you require a new note, please collect one from the school office – ONE RSVP per family
If you have or know someone who would be interested in donating any LUCKY DOOR prizes for this event, please let the school office know ASAP.
Please be advised that the P&F will be holding a raffle on this day with tickets available to purchase, CASH ONLY.
World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation
On September 1st we will celebrate the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. Students will participate in an in-class liturgy and participate in environmentally focused activities. As part of this special day students are invited to bring to school a small bucket and gardening gloves as each class will help to beautify our school gardens by adding some mulch to the garden beds.
Mini Vinnies
The St Pius X school community are reinvigorating our Mini Vinnies team and inviting any interested students from Years 3 – 6 to consider joining in this most rewarding initiative. An information meeting will be held at lunch time on Monday 29th August for any students who may be interested in joining.
We encourage the children to consider being a part of this wonderful social justice initiative.
Year 1 Phonics Screener Check
ICAS MATHEMATICS - CHANGE OF DATE
Due to Father's Day celebrations on Thursday 1st September, ICAS MATHEMATICS will now be on WEDNESDAY 31st August.
Message from Fr Duane
Dear Parishioners,
Please find attached this week's bulletin.
Fr Duane Fernandez
Parish Priest
Immaculate Conception and St Therese Parishes
The students in both Green and Red classes enjoyed a visit last week from the staff at Wollongong City Council.
The purpose of the visit was to gain students voices for a local playground upgrade.
We came up with some great ideas and selected some of our favourite things to do at the playground based on preferred equipment.
Students worked alongside council staff to give valuable input into the planning and design stage of the project.
Regards Aspect staff
