Newsletter 15 August 2025

Almighty ever-living God, who assumed the Immaculate Virgin Mary, the Mother of your Son, body and soul into heavenly glory, grant we pray, that, always attentive to the things that are above, we may merit to be sharers of her glory. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, God, for ever and ever. Our Lady of the Assumption, pray for us!
(Feast of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, August 15)

Not Returning in 2026?

If your child is not returning to Xavier in 2026 (except students in Year 6), could you please inform the Office in writing by Friday 14 November. It is a government requirement that you advise Xavier of the new school your child will be attending.

MJR (Make Jesus Real) Award

The first MJR award for Term 3 will be presented at the Year PP Gold Assembly on Friday 22 August.

Sacrament of First Holy Communion

The Year 4 Sacrament of First Holy Communion program has commenced. Parent/Candidate Workshops were held in week 2 in the parish hall. The students attended their sacramental retreat last Monday 4 August. A final rehearsal will be held for all candidates next Tuesday 19 August at 11am. The Sacrament of First Holy Communion will take place on Sunday 24 August commencing at 9.30am.

Our Lady's Assumption Mass

Today the Year 4G class prepared mass for the whole school. Today is a holy day of obligation for all Catholics. The 15th August is the day that commemorates the belief that Mary, the mother of Jesus, was taken body and soul into heaven at the end of her earthly life. Hail Holy Queen.

Xavier School Uniform Feedback Survey

Thank you to those families who had their say on our feedback survey regarding our school uniform. The School Advisory Council have reviewed the comments that were submitted by more than 125 people. Further information with any decisions made will be communicated later this term.

Pope's Pyjama Day

Performing Arts Festival

Three Year 6 students went to the Catholic Education Office Chapel in West Leederville to participate in the Bible Reading section of the PAF on Friday 25 July. They all read beautifully and should be proud of their efforts. On Thursday 31 July, Mr Leeder took the drum group for the Percussion ensemble section to perform their two pieces. We have since learned that they earned an award of Excellence. On Monday 4 August, Year 5B entered the Choral Speech section. They have also received an award of Excellence! The Dance Troupe Sr performance will be at the Convention centre tonight. Next Tuesday, 19 August, the choir will also present their songs at St Benedict’s school. We wish all Xavier students the best as they represent our school in the Arts.

Fire Truck Incursion

Last week the Year 4s had a visit from the Armadale Fire and Recuse Service. The firefighters spoke to the students about fire and safety, what to do in a fire and emergency and see how the firefighters fight fires. The students also got to see the fire truck.

STEAM Day

Our STEAM event was inspired by the National Science Week theme “Decoding the Universe – Exploring the unknown with nature’s hidden language.” The event, Decode & Discover: Universe Unlocked allowed students to explore how patterns, codes, and systems are found in nature and technology, and how these can be used to solve problems, create, and communicate. Huge thanks to Miss Tucker for the mammoth task of planning a whole day event for the children.

4-Year-Old Kindy Interviews 2026

2026 Kindy interviews have commenced and will continue being held until enrolments are full. If your child is born between 1 July 2021 and 30 June 2022, you are invited to complete an enrolment application form and either email or drop it into the school office so an interview can be arranged.

AT THIS STAGE THERE ARE ONLY 8 PLACES LEFT FOR KINDY IN 2026.

Shoelace Tying Incursion

This week, Ascent Footwear came to Xavier to teach Pre-Primary and Year 1 children how to tie their shoelaces. Keep practising with them at home and they’ll have it in no time!