Parent & Student Matters
- College Tuition Fees
- 2023 NSW Schools Constitutional Convention
- Languages
- Maths Drop-In
College Tuition Fees
A gentle reminder that tuition fees are due by 15 November 2023. If you have a payment arrangement with the college you do not have to do anything.
If you wish to discuss your account, please contact the Finance Office on 7254 5415 or email spxfees@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au.
Mr Lachlan Skeen - Business Manager
2023 NSW Schools Constitutional Convention
On Friday 3 November, Year 11 student Chris Mander had the opportunity to attend the NSW Schools Constitutional Convention at NSW Parliament House, Macquarie Street, Sydney. To be eligible to attend the Convention, students across the State had to submit a 500-word statement in their own words to the following question; Do we need to revise how we go about constitutional change? Chris was fortunate enough to be chosen to attend the convention alongside other Legal Studies students from NSW. The convention seeks to promote understanding and informed discussion amongst young Australians about the Australian Constitution and system of government.
The day comprised of a keynote speaker including Professor Emerita Anne Twomey from the University of Sydney, as well as speakers in the Legislative Assembly. In addition, there were several workshops and group discussions on contemporary issues regarding Constitutional reform with parliamentary experts. Activities such as mock referendums and reports encouraged collaboration and research. At the end of the day, students then voted eligible candidates to be involved in the National Schools Constitutional Convention in March 2024 and Principals will be informed about this decision later this month. Overall, the day was a valuable experience to learn from different voices in the legal community and understand some of the nuanced debates that aim to improve our legal system.
Congratulations to Chris for being such a deserving representative for the College.
Chris Mander and Ms Colefax
Ms Melissa Colefax - Legal Studies Teacher
Languages
2024 New Caledonia Immersion Tour Information Evening - 6:00 PM, TONIGHT
The Languages Department is excited to announce the proposal of the New Caledonia Language Immersion Tour, currently scheduled for 2024. This immersive overseas experience in a native-speaking community promises students a dynamic environment for language acquisition along with fostering linguistic proficiency beyond conventional classroom boundaries. Additionally, it offers an enriching cultural immersion that nurtures students' confidence and deepens their connection with the language and culture.
Parents and students enrolled in the 2024 French Elective classes are invited to join us for the New Caledonia 2024 information evening at the Sarto Centre, on Wednesday 8 November starting at 6:00 pm.
Mr Mario Phaesie - French Teacher & Mrs Leanne Lee - Languages Coordinator
Maths Drop-In
MATHS DROP-IN YEARS 7 - 12
TUESDAY AND THURSDAY MORNINGS 7:40 am - 8:30 am
Maths Drop-In continues each Tuesday and Thursday morning 7:40 am – 8:30 am in C1.
These sessions are open to all students from Years 7-12 and are an ideal way to receive extra help, to do additional study or to complete homework. It is a great way to study with a friend and get ahead. Just simply turn up with your Maths books. Come along and be a part of the team in C1.
MATHS DROP-IN AND HOMEWORK HELP FOR YEARS 5 - 6
FRIDAYS 8:00 am – 8:40 am
Drop-in to 5 Gold for help with difficult mathematics concepts or general homework. This is an ideal place where students can come and feel comfortable to ask questions. Students are encouraged to bring along specific queries, tasks, assessments, homework, general revision and problems to work on, with Mrs Fileman on hand, ready to help.
Mrs Amanda Fileman - Mathematics Teacher