This issue of School News explores the people, spaces and systems shaping Australian schools in Term 2, 2026. Inside, we examine declining school attendance, the importance of mentors in educational leadership, and how Loreto Normanhurst is supporting professional growth to retain teachers. The issue also covers future-ready school communication, smarter library design, professional learning, EDUtech 2026, shade and outdoor safety, student driving preparation, PE and sport participation, external learning, hot food vending, washroom hygiene, waste management, and creating more usable outdoor spaces for active schools with limited footprints.
