29 Jun 2026

Dear Parents,

 

How exciting it has been to have a Chess Club at WCS this year! A big thank you to Mrs Catherine Mcdonald and Mrs Serita Betschart, from the Te Awamutu Bible Chapel, for their amazing role in kicking this off! The second term had them setting a cap on student numbers as the excitement buzzed through the school and further caps needed for Term 3, as Mrs Betschart will be moving on from her service here, the last 2 terms, with Monday afternoon Chess Club.

Last week the Juniors had their tournament play offs in the Chess Club, and this week, the Seniors will have their turn!

Many thanks to all the parents and students who have supported this pioneered Club here, at Waipa Christian School.

Together in Jesus' grace and mercy,

 

Wendy Mills.

(Arohanui Teacher)

 

23 Jun 2026

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

Just a few updates for Chess Club for next term, Term 3.
Chess Club will only be available for children that are in year 4 to year 9 with a limit of 20 children. It
will continue to cost $5 per person per term to cover afternoon tea an any other costs.
These changes are to that it is more manageable for one person to run as Mrs Betschart is
discontinuing next term.
Please hand in your permission slip with payment to Mrs Mills by the end of term if you are
interested.
If you have any question, please feel free to contact me on:catmac180@gmail.com

Kind regards
Catherine Macdonald

I give permission for _____________________________________ to join the Chess Club for Term 3.
Held on a Monday at Waipa Christian School from 3pm to 4pm.

Parent/ caregivers signature: ______________________________
Date: __________________
Contact number: ________________________________________

Any Medical info or Food allergies we need to know: _________________________________

22 Jun 2026

Dear Parents and Caregivers,

A huge thank you to everyone who committed their time, provided transport, and supported our students at the Eastern Zone Cross Country held at Arohena School last Friday, 19 June 2026. Coming off the back of a very full week with our One Another Production, it was wonderful to see so many whanau pull out all the stops, including some jobs like marshalling, organising and general encouragement for the runners at the start and at the finish. Thank you for helping to make this day possible for the children! 
Well done to all our students who attended! Such enthusiasm for running is contagious, and the students were absolutely champing at the bit to get their races underway! The students also thought about "One Another" and supported and encouraged "One Another" at the finish straight!
God blessed us further, with spectacular weather, which provided the perfect setting for an enjoyable day out. We also had several students achieve podium finishes:
Asher Emmett – 2nd place in the 7-year-old boys
Kea Bonthuys – 1st place in the 8-year-old girls
Josiah Arthur – 3rd place in the senior race

All glory to Him!

Together in God's grace and mercy,

Mrs Wendy Mills.

22 Jun 2026

Dear Kotahitanga Parents / Caregivers

Please find attached communication for week 10.

Blessings,

Anine Bonthuys

Kotahitanga-News-Week-10Term-2.pdf

18 Jun 2026

Good morning Parents,

Last Friday, Francois Engelbrecht lost his jumper at school. We have searched for it but can't seem to find it at school. If your child accidentally packed it into their bag, will you please send it to school? His name is written on the side label (not the collar label).

Thank you!

Anine Bonthuys