Dear Parents, Guardians and Carers,

This is the time of year when we begin the process of planning our class lists for the 2026 school year. Whilst this is an onerous and time-consuming task, we are blessed to have such a knowledgeable staff who are aware of each student’s individual needs and work collaboratively to make professional judgements in relation to class planning and student placement.

When deciding our individual class structures, a number of factors are taken into account, which include:

• Student’s social, emotional, academic and physical development
• Student’s cognitive development
• Student relationships
• Family dynamics, eg sibling placement
• Teacher knowledge, skill and expertise
• Enrolment numbers at the various levels
• Practical resources, such as space

If your child has a particular need or there is important information that we should be aware of when considering class placement for the 2026 school year, we ask that parents put this information in writing and submit it via email to; principal@stgtraralgon.catholic.edu.au

It is important that your child’s personal needs request be submitted each year as individual circumstances change. We will not be referring to requests made for years previous.  All requests are specifically about your child’s needs.  It is not an opportunity to provide requests for particular class structures or which teachers should be teaching which classes.  All requests must be received by the close of business on Friday 19th September.

If your family situation is changing, we would also appreciate you letting us know either by calling the office or emailing principal@stgtraralgon.catholic.edu.au  An accurate indication of student numbers assists us enormously in our planning for 2026.

2026 Staffing News

We wish to advise that the following staff will be taking leave from St Gabriel’s during the 2026 school year: Mrs Olivia Fava & Mrs Alyshia Reggardo will be taking maternity leave.  Mrs Claire Fisher will be taking 12 months leave without pay.  Mrs Jenni Vanyai will be taking 12 months Long Service Leave.  

Important Dates

• 1st-3rd September - Grade 6 camp to Melbourne
• 4th September-Student Free Day: Year 6 only
• 5th September- Father’s Day Mass at St Michael’s Church
• 5th September- Father’s Day Stall
• 11th-12th September-Year 4 Camp to Allambee
• 16th September-Divison Athletics
• 17th September-Footy Colours Day
• 19th September- Last day of term 1pm finish.

Kind Regards

Michelle Charlton