In a press conference at the school, captain Claire Wilson remembered their teacher as someone who had so much enthusiasm towards the school and all the students.

''She was a great media teacher and just a great teacher all round,'' she said.

''We've all got each other, she'd all want us to stick together.''

Acting principal Jenny Bromley said Ms Hodgins would be irreplaceable and the school would hold some type of memorial for her on Monday, when school returns.

''It is a devastating time for the school,'' she said.

''Viv's taught at the school for 33 years and she was loved by all the students and staff.''

Ms Hodgins' family is expected to release a statement later today.