June 19th 2025

Acknowledgement of Country

A Prayer for World Refugee Day

Loving God,

We pray for all refugees, that they may find safety, welcome, and peace.
Help us to open our hearts to those in need and be a light of compassion in our world.
May we always remember that, like Jesus, we are called to welcome the stranger.
Bless the hands and hearts of those who work for justice and peace.

Amen.

A Note from our Acting Principal

Ngata families, 

It might sound a little cliché, but it has indeed been another big week at St Pius X. As we approach the end of term, there’s certainly a lot happening across the school.

A key focus for our teaching staff has been the preparation and finalisation of school reports. These written reports form the first stage of our reporting process, followed by our upcoming Learning Conversations. We’d like to extend our sincere thanks to all our teachers for their hard work in ensuring students are accurately assessed and placed at the appropriate level. These reports offer a clear and thoughtful reflection of each child’s achievements.

Reports will be available electronically via the PAM app from Friday afternoon after school. Click on  your child, go to the profile menu and click on assessment reports. If you need any help accessing them, please don’t hesitate to contact the school office.

The second stage of our reporting process—the Learning Conversations—will take place next week. Here's a quick guide:

• Bookings are now open and will close at 11am on the day of the interviews. They will reopen at 5:30pm for bookings for the following day.

• Students are expected to attend.

• These conversations provide a valuable opportunity to celebrate progress and set goals for the next semester.

We’re really looking forward to catching up with you all next week during the Learning Conversations.

Enjoy the sunshine!

Kind regards,

Stacey Atkins,

Acting Principal

2026 Enrolments

Do you know someone looking for a great school in 2026? Word of mouth is the best way to let people know about our wonderful school. Please encourage anyone who might be interested to contact the school for a private tour. 

Learning Conversations - Bookings Open

We are looking forward to our upcoming Learning Conversations, taking place on Tuesday 24th, Wednesday 25th, and Thursday 26th of June. These valuable conversations provide an opportunity for teachers, parents/carers and students to come together to discuss student strengths, challenges and goals.

Bookings are now open via PAM, and we encourage all families to log in and book a time as soon as possible to ensure a time that best suits your schedule.

Learning Conversations are an important part of our reporting and learning partnership. Teachers will refer to the Semester 1 School Report, along with work samples, to guide discussions. These conversations help us work together to support each child’s growth and learning journey.

This year, please note that same-day bookings will close at 11:00am. This allows our teachers time to prepare for their conversations and ensures all resources required are organised and ready in the hall. Your understanding and cooperation with this change is greatly appreciated.

In preparation for these conversations, we are also asking for family input. As part of the discussion, each family is asked to submit a “Family Goal”  (a goal you have for your child) via Seesaw prior to your scheduled conversation. Keep an eye out for a notification from Mrs Dowling on Seesaw with more information.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and support. We look forward to seeing you at the Learning Conversations and continuing to work together to support every student’s success.

Justice Award Winners

Each term we acknowledge students who live out our school vision, which is

"We are a learning community in the Catholic tradition, inspired by the love, justice and compassion of Jesus."

The Justice Award honours a student who demonstrates fairness, compassion, and a strong sense of right and wrong.

These students consistently stand up for others, promote kindness, and help create a just and respectful environment within our school. Their actions reflect the values of justice and compassion taught by the Catholic faith, inspiring their peers to live with integrity and treat everyone with dignity and respect.

Congratulations to the following students, we are so proud of everything you do. 

Foundation: Tommy Brown

Junior Pod: Isla-May McCue

Middle Pod: Aubri Anderton

Senior Pod: Ruby Sharples.

Parents and Friends Meeting

Everyone is welcome to attend the next meeting of the Parents and Friends. 

Why not come along and find out about the great work that this group does in our school. 

When: Monday 23rd June

Where: St Pius X- come to the office

Time: 7.30pm 

All welcome.

Reminder: Parent/Guardian/Carers Code of Conduct to be signed ASAP

As a DOBCEL school, we are required to have all Parents/Guardians/Carers sign a Code of Conduct as part of the Enrolment Agreement.  This Code of Conduct is a guide to the expected conduct and behaviour of all Parents/Guardians/Carers while in all school environments, engaging in school-related activities or representing the school.   This document has been written in the context of new enrolments, but is to be utilised for all current enrolments as well. 

A copy of this document was sent out electronically through PAM to all Parents/Guardians/Carers.  Please take the time to read and acknowledge your acceptance of the terms and conditions listed. 

Thank you to those who have already signed their Codes of Conduct, we do however, have many families that are yet to.   We would appreciate it if this could be completed as soon as possible. 

Grade 5/6 Parents/Carers Invitation

We are inviting parents/carers of our grade 5/6 students to join us for a shared lunch and to participate in our End of Term Trivia event. This will be held from 11:30am on Tuesday 1st July.  Questions will cover topics that we have learnt throughout this term.

Country Bus Travellers Reminder

Please remember that only students that are registered for travel on their designated country bus are able to use this service.         Bus travellers must only travel to and from their approved bus stop.

The Country bus service is not to be used by any students to attend sports training/work or social purposes.  Parent/Carers are to make their own arrangements in this regard.

 A Reminder to all bus travellers that it is a condition of travel that seatbelts must be worn at all times (where fitted).

Tables for Sale

After upgrading the Foundation tables, we have 11 of these used ones to sell.  The measurements are: 59cmW x 90cmD x 52H and the price is $10.00 per table.

First in best dressed! Please call Bec or Karen in the office and let us know asap if you would like to purchase one or more.

There are No holds, Payment On Receipt and No delivery.

Foundation Files

School Maps

We have been learning lots about maps, globes and compasses this week. A map shows where different places are and can be made to show us how to get somewhere or where different places are. We had to draw our own school map and we had to include JP1, the front entrance, the oval, the basketball courts and a tree. Check out our great maps on our whiteboards. 

Bundles of fun, Bundling!!

We are learning how to build numbers using our bundles and sticks. A bundle is  made up of 10 sticks but they make building and counting a number quicker. We are learning to count by 10’s and then adding on our 1’s. We can then compare our quantities and order them from smallest to biggest. 

Sound Swap

During the week, we get to play Sound Swap. We have to make a chain of words by changing just one spelling each time. We started to learn how to do this by using our spelling tiles but now we get to do it with our table buddy. Today our chain was - 

tab-cab-cat-cot-dot-dog

Check out the way we have worked together today!!

Seaside Community Kitchen

Breakfast Club - Wednesday

Students, please join us for some yummy toast, fruit and cereal each Wednesday morning at Breakfast Club.

Breakfast club is open from 8:20am - 8:55am in the Function Room.

With thanks to our sponsors Western District Foodshare and Woolworths and to our fantastic parent helpers.  

Important Dates.

Monday, 23rd June:          P&F Meeting at 7.30pm

Tuesday, 24th June:         Learning Conversations 2.30pm to 5.30pm

Wednesday, 25th June:   Learning Conversations 2.30pm to 5.30pm

Thursday, 26th June:      Learning Conversations 2.30pm to 5.30pm

Friday, 27th June:             Assembly at 3pm in Church

Tuesday, 1st July:             Year 5/6 End of Term Trivia 

Friday, 4th July:                Last day of Term 2

Monday, 21st July:            1st Day of Term 3

Remaining School Closure Days 2025

Fri 29th August – School-Wide Positive Behaviour Support (SWPBS)

Mon 6th October – Structured Literacy 

Fri 7th November  – Religious Education 

Canteen Roster for next week.

Before & After School Care.

Free Uniforms!

If you are looking for some good quality second hand uniforms, we currently have a display set up in the foyer area near the office.  You are welcome to come in anytime and have a look through what we have.   Items include summer dresses, shorts, pants, shirts etc. in various sizes.  All items are FREE to take.

School Uniform

Class Awards Week 8

Parish Contact.

Sunday Mass 9.00am @ St Pius X Church. School families are always welcome.

The Parish office can be contacted on 5562 2231

Other information and contact details can be found on the Star of the Sea South West Coast website: https://www.ballarat.catholic.org.au/parish/southwestcoast/ 

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