From the Principal
- PRAYER: 21 August - Feast Day of St Pius X
- P&F Trivia Night
- P&F Meeting Next Monday 26 August
- ISA Sports Finals
- Year 12 Retreats
- Junior School Book Week Parade
- Seeking Board Members for St Pius X College Chatswood
- Benefit Dinner for ex-Students Liam Knight & Greg Wade: Friday 1 November 2019, 7pm at North Sydney Leagues Club
- Date Claimers & Upcoming Events
Prayer: Feast Day of St Pius X
Wednesday 21 August is the Feast Day of St Pius X. We give thanks for the life of Guiseppe Sarto who became Pope Pius X and was canonised to become St Pius X. During his papacy, it was Pope Pius X who gave children from the age of seven (7) access to the sacrament of Holy Communion.
Saint Pius X stands as a worthy patron challenging us to blend Faith, learning and culture, for the College to produce young men who respect themselves and others.
Father,
to defend the Catholic faith
and to make all things new in Christ,
You filled St. Pius X
with heavenly wisdom and apostolic courage.
May his example and teaching
lead us to the reward of eternal life.
Grant this through our Lord Jesus Christ, Your Son,
who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit,
one God, for ever and ever.
St Pius X Pray for Us
Amen.
P&F Trivia Night
This year’s Trivia Night was “Absolutely Fabulous’! It was truly a smash hit. We all enjoyed great fun and wonderful company. I thank the many parents and friends who came.
A full report and a large selection of photos can be found on the P&F page of this newsletter, but there are a number of special thanks I wish to offer:
- Mrs Louise Johnston, Mrs Cathy Thomson and the P&F Organising Committee. Names of all those who contributed to this wonderful night can be found on the P&F Page.
- Our many generous sponsors who donated prizes for the evening including Bowerhaus Jewellers who were again most generous.
- The St Pius X College Senior Jazz Band (aka The SPX Blues Brothers Band) led by Mr Jeff Power.
- The many staff who came along. There were 3 staff tables and others who joined the various parent tables.
THE WINNERS! Congratulations to all. However, the top trivia teams were:
1st: The Brilliant Bogans – 85 points
Equal 2nd: One Man's Trash is Another Man's Treasure – 83 points
Hollywood Meets Bollywood – 83 points
4th: The Greenies – 81 points
The full score sheet can be found below.
BEST DRESSED: This was the most coveted award of all and it went by public acclamation to “Cleudo” (pictured).
HOW MUCH DID WE RAISE? The final amount will be reported at next Monday’s P& F Meeting on 26 August.
P&F Meeting Next Monday 26 August
You’re invited! Please join us for the P&F meeting next Monday evening 26 August at 7.30 pm in the Sarto Centre.
MAJOR ITEM: FUTURE CAPITAL WORKS PROGRAM FOR THE CHATSWOOD CAMPUS
Come and have your say.
All welcome!
ISA Sports Finals
Year 12 Retreats
These Retreats are significant opportunities for our Year 12 boys and an excellent reflective time following the HSC Trials. I have been joining the Mulgoa retreats this week and they have been outstanding.
Junior School Book Week Parade
Congratulations to Mrs Martin, Mrs Keighery, Mr Long, Mr Simpson and all the Junior School staff and students on a wonderful Book Week and a great parade today. I share some great snaps with you below, and more photos can be found on the Junior School Page.
Seeking Board Members for St Pius X College Chatswood
St Pius X College Chatswood is a strong faith-filled educational community with a proud tradition of 82 years of Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition.
The Board of St Pius X College Chatswood is seeking people who are willing to take up an appointment to the College Board in the future. People interested will have a commitment to the Catholic education in the Edmund Rice tradition.
An information evening will be held on Tuesday 17 September 2019 at 7.00pm in the College Boardroom. Anyone interested in attending to learn more is invited to register by phoning Christine Jennings on 9411 4733 or emailing on admin@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au Att: Christine Jennings. On receiving your response, further material will be provided to you to prepare for the meeting.
Benefit Dinner for Liam Knight & Greg Wade
SPX, Old Boys Rugby and SPX Old Boys are holding a Benefit Evening for two of our Ex-Students, Liam Knight and Greg Wade, on Friday 1 November 2019, 7pm at North Sydney Leagues Club. Both men need ongoing care, which will be a further financial burden for them and their families.
We invite you to attend this evening and if you or your business can support this event with donations of goods or services, please contact Mr Rick Russo on rrusso@stpiusxnsw.edu.au or 0418 438 325 or Ms Bianca Eassey on bianca.e@aabuilding.com.au or 0414 900 606.
Full details are attached below.
Upcoming Events
Date Claimers:
- Monday 26 August: P&F Meeting. Topic for discussion will be the Chatswood Campus Masterplan and Building Works.
- Monday 2 September: St Pius X Patron's Holiday - COLLEGE CLOSED
- Tuesday 3 September: Market Day - CANTEEN CLOSED AND NO ORDERS TAKEN
Please also refer to the 'Upcoming Events' page of this Newsletter for the 2019 College Calendar and Term Dates. Information on how to download the College App is also included so you can stay up-to-date.
Draft Term Dates for 2020 are also available on this page.
Mr John Couani - Principal