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Principal's notes
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Here’s a thing! I phoned to thank a parent this morning, who had donated an extra amount of money for an upcoming fieldtrip so that others, less fortunate, could take part. And the thing is – this is not the first time this level of generosity has been shown by parents of the school in this way. Acknowledging that life …
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OPEN WEEK AT WESTERN SPRINGS COLLEGE - NGĀ PUNA O WAIŌREA SCHOOL TOURS School tours with the Principal will take place from Monday 29th March to Thursday 1st April 2021, at 9.15am - 10.30am.A limit of 50 families per tour. Please choose another time if your preferred time is full. If all tours are full, please contact the school office. …
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Student leadership at WSCW
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At WSCW we operate on a shared leadership model: All students in Year 13, our Tuakana, are school leaders and are expected to work with our youngest year level, Year 9 - our Teina - to help them get settled and oriented to the Springs/Waiōrea way. This programme runs throughout term 1 and the activities in the sessions each focus …
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Recommended Products Solid deodorant (70g), available at Ethique for $20. - Benefits: no baking soda or aluminium, helps keep your underarms smelling fresh rather than stop sweat, compostable packaging, carbon neutral, lasts a good 6 months. Floss, available at Healthpost for $7.80 (2x30 mm + refillable glass bottle), at Dirty Hippie for $6.50 (1x30mm + refillable glass bottle). …
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Keeping our young people safe online
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During these challenging times there are several places in which young people can get information to support their wellbeing and contact counsellors to talk to in times of need. The following are great places to start to search for this support. Websites: www.youthline.co.nz www.whatsup.co.nz www.thelowdown.co.nz · Youthline-Chat 800376633 or text 234 · 1737 Free call or text to a counsellor If you are …
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Heads of House and Yr 13 Academic Directors 2021
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Atea Co Heads of House Clare Smith responsible for Yr 11 smithc@wsc.school.nz Benjamin Allen responsible for Yr 9, 10 & 12 allenb@wsc.school.nz Kapura Co Heads of House Tetoki Tepaki responsible for Yr 9 & 11 tepakit@wsc.school.nz Freddie Simpson responsible for Yr 10 & 12 simpsonf@wsc.school.nz …
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Western Springs College - Homestay Families Wanted
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Our school welcomes applications from local families who may be interested in hosting International Students. We are looking to recruit new host families for when the NZ borders open to overseas students. We also have current WSC International students needing temporary host families as there is always movement and changes. Ever thought of hosting an International student? Do you have a spare room available? We are looking …
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'O' week at Springs/Waiōrea - brought to you by your portfolio leaders 2021.
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Portfolio leadership camp 2021
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A 2-days and 2-nights leadership camp in the scenic ferndale lodge in Waitakere was organised for the new 43 student portfolio leadership team to get to know each other and decide on their goals and actions for 2021. The first lockdown burst that bubble so a scaled down 1 and a half-day and 1-night camp was organised instead. We were fortunate …
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Our Western Springs College/ Nga Puna O Waiōrea New Families’ BBQ was held on Wednesday 24th February. This annual event for any students new to Western Springs College/Nga Puna O Waiōrea (from any year level) and their families was a chance for whānau to meet form teachers, class teachers and other families. A huge thank you to our Parent Action …
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Tēnā koutou katoa Samantha Wood Rawnsley connecting in as Arts Coordinator for 2021. I am excited to hold this space that supports and celebrates the rich learning happening in the Arts at Western Springs College Ngā Puna o Waiōrea. To this role I would bring an unwavering dedication to Arts in Education. Term One is well and truly underway and …
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News from the International Department
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After the second lockdown finished, our international students are now back to our normal routines and are ready for our upcoming exciting learning opportunities including some trips and camps. Here are the latest stories of our international students who are embracing their learning opportunities offered here at Western Springs College. Taeho (Jason) Kim from Korea (Year 11) I moved from …
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2021 invitation to register interest in joining the WSCW football programme
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Community Notices
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Piano Lessons: One on one half hour lessons with experienced teacher. $16. Beginners to advanced, Pt Chev area. Ph: 021 179 3348. Jody Hill BISC - Building in Service of Community
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100 Motions Rd, Western Springs,
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Auckland 1022, New Zealand
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