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PPTA Industrial Action Update

The PPTA have advised the industrial action is to recommence effective 12:00am Wednesday 31 May 2023. This means the rostering home days will begin again from Thursday 1 June.
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Upcoming Dates to Note

Reminder re the upcoming long weekend
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Suspension of Industrial Action

Important update regarding the current industrial action and its impact on our school.
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Follow up from Yr 11 Learning - opting out of Level 1 NCEA

Following the hui last week to discuss in more depth the changes being made to Year 11 in 2024, we have attached a link to the recording and some provided some responses to FAQ
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Welink - May 2023

Our school newsletter for May 2023
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Food Fair - 19 May 2023

The annual WEGC Food Fair will take place next Friday May 19th from 5pm to 8pm
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Teacher Only Day and Advance Notification of Industrial Action

Details of our Teacher Only Day and advance notice of Industrial action.
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Welink - March 2023

Our school newsletter for March 2023
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WEGC Board By-Election

Declaration of Parent Representative Election Results
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PPTA Strike - Wednesday 29th March

The Post Primary Teachers’ Association (PPTA) has indicated to the Wellington East Girls’ College Board that teachers at our school will be taking part in the national strike action on Wednesday 29 March 2023. The strike will affect all students.
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Board By-Election

We are currently running an election for 2 board members. Voting Closes 4pm 24th March.
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Learning Conferences 2023

Learning Conferences are scheduled for 23 and 24 March. These are an annual meeting to help develop a strong learning partnership between the student, their whānau and their Ako teacher. Students will have work set by their teachers and will be learning from home on these days when not attending their Learning Conference.
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WEPA Inspirational Breakfast Series

Inspirational Breakfast Series for 2023 begins Friday 31st March with Tory Whanau speaking (current Wellington Mayor).
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PPTA Strike - Thursday 16th March

The Post Primary Teachers’ Association (PPTA) has indicated to the Wellington East Girls’ College Board that teachers at our school will be taking strike action on Thursday 16 March 2023. The strike will affect all students.
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Welink - February 2023

Our school newsletter for February 2023
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Non-uniform day - Friday 24 February

Aotearoa-New Zealand is experiencing many challenges right now and our thoughts are with everyone impacted by Cyclone GabrielleOn Friday we will be holding a non-uniform day to support the Hastings Girls’ High School community who have been affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. 
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School Board Election

Nominations for two vacant position on the School Board are now open and close 12pm, Friday 17th February.
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Welink - December 2022

Our school newsletter for December 2022
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Whānau Te Reo classes

Te Reo classes available for parents/caregivers from T1 2023 via Kauru Education
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Paid Union Meeting

A reminder that there will be no classes Sessions 1-3 tomorrow as teachers will be attending a Paid Union Meeting. Session 4 classes will be running as normal (1.50-3.20) and all Yr 9 and 10 students are expected to attend.
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Welink - November 2022

Our school newsletter for November 2022
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Teacher Only Days/Paid Union Meeting Term 4

We have three upcoming Teacher Only Days, and the Wellington East Girls’ College Branch of the PPTA has advised that there will be a Paid Union Meeting (PUM) for members of the PPTA.
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Prize Giving - 3 November, 6.30pm

The school Prize Giving will be held on Thursday 3rd of November at 6.30 pm, at the Michael Fowler Centre.
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Janice Campbell Memorial

Join us to celebrate and remember Janice Campbell - Saturday 26 November 2022; 2pm - 4pm
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School Board Elections Result

Results of the recent School Board Elections
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Removal of the COVID Protection Framework

New Zealand will move to a new, long-term approach to COVID-19. These changes have been made based on public health advice and reflect high levels of immunity and declining case numbers across New Zealand.
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Welink - September 2022

Our school newsletter for September 2022
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Teacher Only Day / Mid Term Break

A reminder that Wellington East Girls' College has a Teacher Only day on Friday 26 August and a Mid Term Break Friday 2 September.
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Times of the school day (Term 3, week 5 and beyond)

Returning to normal school days as of Monday 22 August.
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Kapa Haka Nationals Fundraiser

WEGC & Rongotai College Kapa Haka Nationals Hāngī fundraiser - Saturday 27th August
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Changes to NCEA Levels 1,2 and 3 and University Entrance (UE) for 2022

We have just received information from NZQA about changes to NCEA Levels 1,2 and 3 and to University Entrance (UE) for 2022
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Food Fair 12 August 2022

Come along to our Food Fair tonight - 5.30pm - 8.30pm
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School Board Elections Result

At the close of nominations, we had fewer than the number of vacancies required to be filled for the 3 year term, therefore no voting election required. Voting papers for the 18 month term positions will be sent out next week.
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Changes to school day week 3 & 4 - Term 3

We have been reviewing our staffing situation during the first two weeks of the term. We continue to have some pinch points, however, we are able to return to our normal school times for Monday, Tuesday and Friday for the next two weeks.
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Course Selection Evening

We are holding our annual Course Selection Evening here at the College on Wednesday 10 August from 6.00pm-8.00pm
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WEGC Board Election

Nominations Close midday 3 August (Wednesday) for the WEGC Board Election
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Term 3 Changes

Please see information reading timetable change and mask wearing for the Start of Term 3.
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Welink - July 2022

Our school newsletter for July 2022
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IMPORTANT MESSAGE REGARDING OUT OF ZONE YEAR 9 ENROLMENTS

The ballot for Year 9 out of zone enrolments closes on 25 July. We welcome enrolments from Year 8 students who would like to participate in this ballot.
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Parent Report Evenings - Weeks 8 & 9 (online only)

Parent Report Evenings will be run online on the following days:- Thursday 30 June - Surnames A to L, and Thursday 7 July - Surnames M to Z. Please make a booking for the correct day
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Cyber Safety Evening at WEGC

Cyber Safety Event 23 June at 6pm at WEGC
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Welink - June 2022

Our school newsletter for February 2022
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Open Afternoon/Evening Wednesday 15 June and School in Action Day Tuesday 14 June

Read about Open Day and School in Action Day - 14 and 15 June
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WEGC Board By-Election Result

Declaration of Parent By-Election Results
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Open Afternoon/Evening Wednesday 15 June and School in Action Day Tuesday 14 June

Read about Open Day and School in Action Day - 14 and 15 June
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Teacher Only Day - Wednesday 18 May 2022

A reminder that Wellington East Girls' College has a Teacher Only day on Wednesday 18 May. This date has been set by the Ministry of Education to support the implementation of changes to NCEA, and wider strengthening of curriculum, progress and achievement practice. 
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Mask use update under Orange setting

Over this weekend we have had a significant increase in the numbers of staff and students testing positive for COVID-19. We also now have the emergence of new variants in NZ with an increased risk of re-infection. 
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Public Notice

Enrolment dates for application for Year 9 in 2023
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Start of Term 2 / Orange Setting

As we approach the beginning of Term 2, I am writing to update you about how our school is continuing to respond to COVID-19 under the Orange setting of the Covid Protection Framework.
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Welink - April 2022

Our school newsletter for April 2022
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Teacher Only Day - Friday 1 April 2022

Reminder we have a Teacher Only Day on Friday 1 April.
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Covid Update - 23 March 2022

It has been encouraging to hear the Prime Minister's message today that Auckland appears to be past the peak of Omicron cases and that the rest of New Zealand will do so over the next few weeks. Due to these changes we are pleased to be operating a business as usual approach from Monday 28 March with all students attending on site for learning.
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WEGC By-Election Notice

Nominations are now open for the election of 2 parent representatives to the school board.
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Covid Update / Learning Update 17 March 2002

Over the past week the number of positive cases amongst our students has remained steady and we still have a high percentage of staff out due to illness or isolation. Considering these factors and with Learning Conferences taking place on Thursday and Friday of next week, the decision has been made to continue with the Hybrid learning approach for next week. 
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Covid Update / Hybrid Learning - 10 March 2022

Over the past week we have been notified of an increasing number of positive cases amongst our students and with approximately 38% of our staff out due to illness or isolation the decision has been made to continue with the Hybrid learning approach for next week with some minor changes.
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Covid Update - 2 March 2022

From Monday 7 March, hybrid learning will be available through the Google Classroom and students will be able to engage at home or at school
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Phase 3 - Update

As we move into Phase 3 we can expect numbers of cases in school to increase. It is only natural that as cases in our community increase, they will appear in our school.
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Paid Union Meeting (PUM) - Wednesday 23 February 2022

Early Closure - Wednesday 23 February 2022.
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Welink - February 2022

Our school newsletter for February 2022
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Hybrid Learning

Friday marked the first full day of school for all of our students. As we come to terms with life in the red setting, I want to assure you that school will continue to remain open.
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Welcome Back to 2022

Welcome back after what we hope has been a wonderful summer for your whānau. Our team is feeling refreshed and ready to go for the 2022 year and can’t wait to welcome everyone back onsite.
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Welink - November 2021 Copy

Our school newsletter for November 2021
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Janice Campbell QSO

We would like to acknowledge the recent passing of Janice Campbell, previous and long serving Principal of Wellington Est Girls' College
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Teacher Only Days and Prize Giving information

We have Teacher Only Days on 29, 30 and 1 December 2021 see attached information on this and on our Prize Giving updated event.‍
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Non Uniform Day - Friday 22 October 2021

There will be a non uniform day this Friday to support the Paediatric Brain Cancer Research and Clinical Trials through Jemima Gazley's Give A Little Page.
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Vaccination Clinic

Wellington East Girls College has partnered with Toitu Poneke to provide a COVID vaccination outreach clinic on our site on Thursday, October 21.
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Welink - August/September 2021

Our school newsletter for August/September
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Junior Prize Giving

To ensure we can run Prize-giving ceremonies at either Alert Levels 1 or 2, Senior (Years 11-13) and Junior (Years 9-10) Prize-giving ceremonies will be held separately. 
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Seniors - Prize Giving / Extension of School Year

I am writing to inform you of changes to the end of the school year and Prize-giving for students in Years 11-13.
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Returning to School Under Alert Level 2

You’ll be aware that all of New Zealand (with the exception of Auckland) is moving to Alert Level 2 from midnight tonight. Our thoughts and positive wishes are with everyone in Tāmaki Makaurau | Auckland.
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Transition to Level 3

With the Prime Minister’s announcement today we are now developing our plan to transition to Level 3. 
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Access to Food or Essential Items

We all need food and essential items such as medicine through COVID-19 lockdowns, so please don’t try to go without.
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Learning at Level 4 - week beginning 23 August 2021

Today the Prime Minister announced that New Zealand will remain at Level 4 until midnight Tuesday 24 August.
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Exam Week & Learning for Next Week

Due to the uncertainty around alert levels we have made the decision to reschedule Derived Grade Exams to the week beginning 20 September (Week 9
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Move to Alert Level 4

We have just listened to the Prime Minister's announcement and as a result school will be closed to all students and staff from midnight tonight until Monday 23 August.
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Wellington East Girls' College Ball

We are excited to share with you the details about the upcoming WEGC ball, an event we look forward to every year. The ball will be held on Sunday 3 October and is a formal social event for students in Years 12 and 13.
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Fund Raiser (Te Aka Camps)

Be inspired by a fabulous young woman who doesn't let anything stop her from reaching her dreams!
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Teacher Only Day - Thursday 5 August 2021

We have a Teacher Only Day on Thursday 5 August 2021
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Course Selection Evening Wednesday 4th August

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Our Production - Tickets to Little Shop of Horrors

This year's school production information
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MOE Update re Alert level 2

The greater Wellington region will stay at Alert Level 2 for a further 48 hours so more testing can occur and to provide reassurance we don’t have COVID-19 in our community. The rest of New Zealand is at Alert Level 1 (not Alert Level none).
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Parent Report Evening 24 June Update

Given the change in COVID alert levels yesterday, we have chosen to make today's Parent Report Evening online meetings only. Although not ideal, this allows us to maintain some form of "face to face" meeting while still abiding by Ministry of Health guidelines.
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Change to Parent Report Evening

This event will now be online only
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Return to Alert Level 2

As you will all know we are returning to Alert Level 2 from 6pm today until midnight Sunday 27 June. The government will be reviewing this regularly, and I will update you with any changing information relating to school.
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Parent Report Evenings - Thursday 24 June & Monday 5 July 2021

Parent Report Evening is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to gain more specific feedback in relation to the written reports sent out during term two. During each interview, teachers will be able to update you on your child's progress and how they have been working during class.
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Open Day / Evening 16 June 2021

Our Open Day/Evening is being held on 16 June 2021
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Pasifika NCEA Information Workshop - CANCELLED

Due to the change in Alert Levels - the Information workshop on NCEA for the Pasifika Community has unfortunately been cancelled.
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Welink - June 2021

Our school newsletter for June 2021
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School Production - Tickets to Little Shop of Horrors

This year's school production information
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Teacher Only Day - Friday 4 June 2021

We have a Teacher Only Day on Friday 4 June 2021
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Entertainment Membership

WEGC is selling Entertainment memberships. We are fundraising to ensure that all East girls are able to access the same opportunities. 20% of your Membership purchase comes directly to us!
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Sports and Cultural Photo Day 27th May

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Food Fair

Come to our Food Fair tonight for some delicious food
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Teacher Only Day - 11 May 2021

We have a Teacher Only Day on Tuesday 11 May and other key dates in Term 2.
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Welink - April 2021

Our school newsletter for April 2021
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Food Fair - 14 May 2021

Wellington East Girls' College's annual Food Fair is back on this year on May 14th (Week 2 of term 2). The Food Fair can't be held without the support of the student and parent body.
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Easter Break 2021

Easter Holiday break dates 2021
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Learning Conferences 2021

Learning Conferences are being held 31 March and 1 April
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Welink - March 2021

Our school newsletter for March 2021
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Return to Alert Level 2

As you will all know we have returned to Alert Level 2 from today Sunday 28 February for up to 7 days. The government will be reviewing this regularly, and I will update you with any changing information relating to school.
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