Pastoral Care
- Bullying No Way: Week of Action
- Buddies Bushwalk
- Year 9 Police Presentation
- Webinar: Empowering parents & carers to support teen mental health
- Webinar: Adolescence - Netflix vs reality
- Webinar: Digital Media Literacy & Safety
Bullying No Way: National Week of Action (Monday 11 - Friday 15 August)
This week, as part of the Bullying No Way – National Week of Action, we join schools across the country in promoting kindness, respect, and, most importantly, a sense of belonging. At St Pius X College, we are deeply committed to our touchstone of Inclusive Community, where every student feels safe, accepted, and supported.
Belonging is not just a feeling - it is something we actively create through our words, actions, and attitudes. When we foster an inclusive environment, we help build a school where bullying has no place.
Today, we focus on the value of empathy. Practising empathy means putting ourselves in someone else’s shoes, recognising their feelings, and responding with kindness and compassion. It can be as simple as listening without judgment, including someone who feels left out, or checking in on a classmate who might be having a tough day.
Empathy strengthens our relationships and plays a vital role in shaping a culture where everyone feels seen, valued, and understood. This is at the heart of who we are as a Catholic learning community.
We also want to acknowledge the wonderful efforts of our students who have participated in the 'Bullying – No Way' poster competition. Your creativity and commitment to promoting a safe, inclusive environment through your artwork has made a powerful statement.
Many thanks for the special efforts of all those who have been heavily involved in supporting this initiative, especially Mr Anthony Tassone, Mr Johnathon Dawson and Mr Glen Carroll. Thank you for using your voice and talent to support this important cause.
Buddies Bushwalk
On Friday 8 August, Peer Mentoring students took part in a bushwalk from the school into Lane Cove National Park. This outing brought together Year 11 mentors and their Year 5 and 6 mentees, and was a great opportunity to strengthen bonds in the beautiful surroundings of this national park on our doorstep.
The walk was designed to promote connection, friendship, and a sense of belonging across different year levels. As they explored the tracks of Lane Cove National Park, students engaged in conversations, shared laughs, and supported one another along the way. For many of the younger students, it was a chance to build trust and feel more comfortable within the school community, while the older mentors showed leadership, care, and encouragement, reflecting the spirit of the Peer Mentoring program and the strong sense of community at St Pius X College.
Much appreciation to the staff involved in this important program – Mr Martin Gillogly, Ms Raelene Boyle, Mr Dan Quilty, Mr Steve Callow and Mr James Bourke.
Mr Paul Ticli - Wellbeing Coordinator
Year 9 Police Presentation
This week, our local police liaison officer, Senior Constable Lynda Hart, presented to Year 9. Senior Constable Hart spoke about a range of areas for the students, including:
As your grow older, every choice you make has a consequence. You can only rely on what you say and do.
Call your mates out when they are in the wrong. They need reminding.
Legalities around graffiti and carrying graffiti like material
The young offenders act, its role and outcomes for them currently
Shoplifting
Online use and personal reputational damage
Sharing of explicit material and social media use.
The cohort engaged very well with the topics and presentation.
Webinar: Empowering parents & carers to support teen mental health
Please see below the upcoming free mental health webinars designed to provide practical tools, strategies, and insights to help parents and carers support the young people in their lives.
Upcoming dates:
Wednesday 27 August @ 7PM (AEST) Register here
Thursday 11 September @ 7PM (AEST) Register here
Thursday 9 October @ 7PM (AEDT) Register here
Monday 20 October @ 7PM (AEDT) Register here
Thursday 30 October @ 7PM (AEDT) Register here
Wednesday 12 November @ 7PM (AEDT) Register here
Thursday 27 November @ 7PM (AEDT) Register here
Wednesday 10 December @ 7PM (AEDT) Register here
Webinar: Adolescence - Netflix vs reality
Generation Next is hosting a webinar with A/Prof Mike Nagel, exploring the gap between what science tells us about adolescence and how it is portrayed in popular culture, including shows like Adolescence on Netflix. He helps adults understand why teens act the way they do and offers practical strategies for responding with empathy and structure.
Dates:
Wednesday 27 August 11:00 am
Thursday 28 August 2:00 pm
Webinar: Digital Media Literacy & Safety
SchoolTV invites parents and carers to attend a webinar supporting primary and secondary students. This webinar features experts Dr Michael Carr-Gregg and Susan McLean who give their insights on how to empower young people to navigate the online world safely and responsibly.
Topics covered include:
New social media regulations
Digital footprint and reputation
Screen time and brain development
Parental controls
Date: Wednesday 3 September
Time: 7:30 pm
Mr Martin Gillogly - Assistant Principal, Pastoral Care