From our Acting Principal

St Roch’s School theme 2026:

"United in Faith, Sharing the Light"

Dear Families,

Welcome to Issue 17 for 2026 of our iNewsletter! We hope this newsletter continues to keep you up to date with all the news, events and learning that happens at St Roch's.

Year 6 Confirmation

Last Tuesday evening was a special moment in our Year 6 students and their families faith journey. Our students were confirmed by Father Andrew Madry at St Roch's with Father Gallacher presiding in the ceremony.  They have now received all three of the Sacraments of Initiation in the Catholic Church. We were incredibly proud of the dedication, maturity and the reflection they have shown throughout their preparation. We pray that the gifts of the Holy Spirit received at Confirmation guide, strengthen and inspire the Year 6 students throughout their lives. 

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the families, sponsors, parish team and Father Gallacher for their support of the students throughout their preparations. A heartfelt thanks to our Religious Education Leader, Mrs Louise Bolton, for her thoughtful guidance, careful organisation and ongoing support in preparing our students for this special sacrament.

We are also incredibly grateful to our dedicated Year 6 teacher—Miss Toni Allen as well as our wonderful Learning Support Officers (LSOs), for their continued care, commitment and support our students during this significant moment in their faith formation. 

Congratulations to our District Athletic Champions

On Tuesday 13th of October five students from Year 4 represented St Roch's in various events at the District Athletics Carnival. I would like to congratulate...

Henry McCann who competed in Under 10 High Jump. Henry came fifth and was very pleased with his final jump, clearing 1m and 19cm. A great effort Henry and well done on improving your jump from last year. 

Oscar Nolan who ran in the Under 10 1500m event. Oscar came third! This is a huge achievement in a long distance race. Congratulations Oscar on your speed and persistence to keep your focus and pace. 

Tabitha O'Conner who came third in the Under 10 100m hurdles. Tabi managed to jump all the hurdles without scraping a knee and finished the race in a strong position. Well done Tabi for your skill and speed in a difficult hurdles race. 

Hannah Setiawan who came third in the Under 10 discus event. Hannah has been training hard and improved her throw from last year. Congratulations Hannah on throwing 17m this year! This is a fantastic throw for her age group.  The first and second places threw 23m and 21m. Congratulations on your hard work to improve your skills over many weeks. 

Charlotte Strauss who competed in the triple Under 10 jump event. Charlotte used her athletic ability and determination to come fifth.  This was a huge result in such a technical event. Brilliant effort Charlotte! 

We were delighted to have so many students make it to this level of competition and so proud of their achievements. At this level, the competition is strong as many of their competitors represent the State for their age groups. Thanks to Mrs King for preparing the students at school and to the parents who supported with additional training outside of school. Go St Roch's!  

Staff Gifts from the P & F 

Please see the message from Jess Mount to all families which was sent recently. We are incredibly grateful to the endeavour, commitment and generosity of our parents to the staff and students of St Roch's. ❤️

Dear parents, 

The P & F we would like to offer our families the opportunity to contribute towards end of year gifts for the staff at St Roch’s. Together, we are able to give something meaningful and special for each of the leadership team, classroom teachers, LSOs, specialist teachers and support staff who have provided a wonderful year of growth and learning for our children. You can contribute any amount you like easily and securely online via the link below. All contributions are anonymous. Gifts will be given to staff at the Christmas Carols Evening on Tuesday November 24. 

https://app.grouptogether.com/StRochsStaffEndofYearGifts

Thanks so much

Jess

Welcome Prep 2027 Families!

Term 4 is always such an exciting term where we welcome the new Preps and their families into our school community. We look forward to seeing them at St Roch's over the next few weeks. 

Upcoming Events:

• Friday 30 October - Year 1 Assembly 3.00pm 
• Friday 6 November - School Spirits Sports Day 12.00pm - 3.00pm 
• Wednesday 11 November - Remembrance Day Liturgy 10.30am 
• Friday 20 November - Semester 2 Highlights Assembly 2.45pm 
• Monday 14 December - Year 6 Graduation Assembly 3.00pm 

School Spirit Sports

The St Roch's School Spirit Sports event will take place at Gardiner Park on Friday 6th November. We are asking for assistance in getting the marquees to the park by 10am. If you are able to help with transportation and/or set up of the marquees that would be fantastic. Please email Marjie King at  mking@srgleniris.catholic.edu.au if you are able to assist in this very important task. 

We look forward to lots of parents joining us this year at this community event. Please see the School Spirits Sports Day outline of the day below. The schedule of events will be available as a hard copy on the week of the event at the Office.  

P&F Committee Messages:

Please refer to our notice on nForma requesting families to send through their favourite family recipe for the St Roch's Family Cookbook. All recipes will need to be sent to us by Monday 30 November to office@srgleniris.catholic.edu.au

Christmas Fundraiser

Thank you to Steph Morris for organing an end of year Christmas fundraiser to get us into the Christmas spirit!! Please see the new flyer below with the updated QR Code:

Student Free Days 2026

Term 4:    Monday, 2 November 2026

                    Monday 30 November 2026  

School Term Dates 2026 

Term 1: Friday, 30 January – Thursday, 2 April 2026 at 2.30pm

Term 2: Monday 20 April – Friday 26 June 2026 at 1.00pm

Term 3: Monday 13 July – Friday 18 September 2026 at 1.00pm

Term 4: Monday 5 October – Tuesday, 15 December 2026 at 1.00pm

Year 7, 2029 – key enrolment dates 

The Archdiocesan Enrolment Committee (AEC) has approved the key enrolment dates for students starting Year 7 in 2029

 Current Year 4 parents/ carers - Families are encourage to apply to at least two secondary schools to increase the likelihood of receiving an offer.

Applications for students starting Year 7 in 2029 will open on Wednesday 27 January 2027 and close on Friday 13 August 2027.

Offers will be posted to 2029 prospective Year 7 applicants on Friday 15 October 2027. Parents/carers will be required to accept an offer by Friday 5 November 2027.

Little Roch Stars Pre-Prep Sessions

Come along to our Little Roch Stars sessions in Term 4 from 8.30am until 9.30am with Toni Allen (Early Childhood Educator and our very own Year 6 Classroom Teacher) and Alison Swift (a wealth of experience as a Learning Support Officer). See the dates of the five sessions in the flyer below.  Enrol using the ew QR code. 

Warmest regards,

Nadine Bolton 

Acting Principal

All students attending St Roch's Parish Primary School have the right to feel safe.  The care, safety and wellbeing of children and young people is a fundamental responsibility of all within our school.

 

We acknowledge the Boon Wurrung and Wurundjeri people, the Traditional Owners of the land on which we meet today, and pay our respects to their Elders past, present and emerging.

St Roch’s Parish Primary School

Glenvale Road, Glen Iris 3146

Telephone: 9885 7704

Email: principal@srgleniris.catholic.edu.au

Website: www.srgleniris.catholic.edu.au