Parent & Student Matters 

• Visual Arts
• Science
• From the Senior Resource Centre
• Year 11 da Vinci Decathlon
• Supervisors for Trial HSC Examinations and HSC Examinations

Visual Arts

Visiting the Museum of Contemporary Art (MCA) and the Art Gallery of New South Wales (AGNSW) provided Year 11 and 12 students with a rich and immersive art experience. At the MCA, students engaged with the powerful and thought-provoking works of Gordon Bennett, gaining insight into themes of identity, postcolonialism, and Australian history. At AGNSW, students explored the imaginative and multi-sensory world of Cao Fei, whose work blends virtual realities with social commentary. ARTEXPRESS offered a dynamic showcase of high achieving HSC student artworks, inspiring our own students with their artmaking projects. The excursion fostered critical thinking and meaningful conversations around contemporary art practice.

Ms Donna Janes - Visual Arts Teacher

Science

National Youth Science Forum (NYSF) - Year 12 Program (for current Year 11 students)

Applications for the 2026 NYSF Year 12 program are open.

The NYSF Year 12 Program is a leading STEM program that gives incoming Year 12 students the opportunity to explore future STEM pathways, visit universities, TAFE and industry, and meet hundreds of STEM enthusiasts just like them. 

•    The Australian National University, Canberra (6 –14 January 2026)

•    The University of Queensland, Brisbane (13 – 21 January 2026)

Participants will be immersed in science and technology, and stay at either The Australian National University or The University of Queensland in January. They'll be absorbed into an unforgettable community to broaden their STEM future. 

Financial support is available in the form of scholarships.

For more information please visit their website:

STEM experiences for Years 10-12

NYSF STEM Hubs are bite-sized NYSF experiences, for students Years 10 and up.

STEM Hubs travel to different cities across Australia, running in the July school holidays. They’re a fantastic way to connect with the NYSF community and engage students who are unable to attend in January.

Registrations for STEM Hubs will open in mid-May but you can register your interest today using the link above.

If you have any questions about the programs, please contact the NYSF office at nysf@nysf.edu.au.

Mrs Joanne Schuster - Leader of Learning, Science

From the Senior Resource Centre

Holidays are better with a book!

This week, students are stocking up on books to enjoy during the holidays in their library classes. And if they run out, they can always turn to the ePlatform library, which offers a wide selection of audiobooks and eBooks. The eLibrary is updated monthly with the latest releases.

Wishing all our students a relaxing holiday filled with plenty of great books!

Mrs Karen Keighery - Library and Information Services Coordinator

Year 11 da Vinci Decathlon

On Tuesday 8 March, a team of Year 11 students attended the Regional da Vinci Finals at Knox Grammar. The boys were dedicated and enthusiastic members of the da Vinci Club, and represented the College with distinction. 

They achieved 1st place in Legacy, 2nd place in Cartography and 2nd place in Poetry and Art. The students have been great ambassadors for the program and should be proud of their achievements. 

The team consisted of Oliver Butler, Michael Cheah, Enzo Gambino, Aiden Kiem, Aiden Lindsay, Alexander Tharakan, Thomas Wong and Kieran Yu.

Mr Paul Cummins - High Potential and Gifted Education Coordinator

Supervisors for Trial HSC Examinations and HSC Examinations

We are seeking expressions of interest from parents or friends of the college who are available for paid work on a casual basis as supervisors for the upcoming Trial HSC Examinations in Term 3 and HSC Examinations in Term 4. 

For further information please contact Mrs Sue Cheney at scheney@stpiusx.nsw.edu.au.

Mr Stephen Davidson - Assistant Principal, Teaching and Learning