Out and About the School

Book Fair Winners

These lucky students were drawn out of a hat and received a $10.00 voucher to spend at the Book Fair.

Hazel Harbour, Michael Hooper, Sophie Jolliffe, Ed Martin, Madden Gerrard and Jack Levett (absent)

Mother's Day Morning Tea

The weather was beautiful for our Mother's Day morning tea and it was so fantastic to be able to welcome parents to the school after such a long time of covid restricitons.

Winter Uniform

All students are required to be in their full winter uniform by Monday 23 May.

School Hats

There has been an increasing number of students coming to school without their school hat. Even though the weather is getting cooler, it is still compulsory for the children to wear a hat for outdoor play.

Also, please have a look at the state of your child's hat, some are looking very scruffy. We take pride in our uniform and the hat is a part of that. New hats can be ordered on Qkr.

St Xavier’s Gunnedah Uniform Policy

Introduction

It has been a tradition at St Xavier’s, Gunnedah since its foundation that students are to be well presented and wear a common uniform.

Given the tradition and being considerate of the times and circumstances we live in, the following Uniform Policy has been instituted.

Why a Uniform Policy?

There are several reasons apart from tradition, why such a policy should be instituted and adhered to.

1. The wearing of a uniform does not distinguish between the ‘haves’ and the ‘have nots’ – all the students are seen as equal in regards to uniform.

2. A common uniform provides a sense of identity and belonging to the community of St Xavier’s School.

3. Student’s personal presentation is a visible sign of pride in themselves and their school.

4. Being well groomed and in uniform contributes to the development of a common spirit.

5. To wear a uniform and comply with grooming regulations requires self-discipline, personal responsibility and thinking beyond self to others. We can let others and ourselves down when we do not care.

6. Well-presented students are a good advertisement for the school within the local community.

7. There are economical and practical advantages for parents.

It is for these reasons that this policy has been introduced and will be enforced by all the members of Staff.

SCHOOL UNIFORM

At St Xavier’s we are proud of our school uniform. All children are required to wear the following:

Girls Summer Uniform	Boys Summer Uniform
Navy socks Plain black shoes Maroon/Navy dress	Grey socks with red and blue stripes Plain black shoes Grey shorts-No cargo pockets Short sleeved blue shirt
Girls Winter Uniform	Boys Winter Uniform
Tartan pinafore Long sleeved blue shirt Navy stockings or socks Navy tie Plain black shoes Navy V neck (not round) jumper or sloppy joe	Long grey trousers-No cargo pockets Long sleeved blue shirt Grey socks with red and blue stripes Maroon and blue striped tie Plain black shoes Navy V neck (not round) jumper or sloppy joe.
Sports Uniform for Boys and Girls Navy embroidered logo shorts Embroidered logo shirt Microfibre embroidered tracksuit SPORTS SOCKS-Must be plain white and cover the ankles. Students with incorrect socks will be asked to attend the Office and change their socks.
School Hats with St Xavier’s logo must be worn all year round. Please label all clothing, especially hats.
Jewellery- Only the following items are allowed: A watch A signet ring One single thread silver or gold bangle One set of silver or gold sleepers or studs in the ears only. No nose or eyebrow earrings are to be worn at school. Earrings with coloured stones or shapes are not to be worn. Students will be asked to remove incorrect jewellery and place it in a snap lock bag to take home.
Hair Hair should be neat and tidy at all times and if long must be tied back using maroon, black, navy or white bands or ribbons. Students wearing incorrect bands or ribbons will be asked to attend the Office for a replacement. Extreme haircuts and mullet type hair cuts are not acceptable and best saved for holidays.
No makeup or coloured fingernail polish is to be worn at any time. Nail polish remover is available in the Office and students will be asked to remove incorrect polish.
Shoes: School shoes must be completely black school shoes, boots or joggers. Skate styled shoes are not acceptable footwear.

Amendments to the Policy

Amendments may be made to the policy after consultation with the School’s Advisory Council. Any amendments to this policy would be communicated by the re-issue of the policy in its amended form.

Breaches of the Policy

There are from time to time situations whereby students are unable to wear the correct uniform for a short period. Where these situations are unavoidable the student is to have a note from parents/carers explaining why the uniform is not worn and for how long they wish to seek an exemption. Permission will only be granted for no more than a couple of days. If there are significant difficulties in relation to the uniform then the Principal will need to be contacted.

Conclusion

The Policy is designed to establish attitudes of equality, personal responsibility and self discipline, good grooming habits, personal and communal pride and a sense of school spirit. The support of the full school community is required if we are to achieve these goals.

School Photos

School photos will be held on 20th and 21st June.