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COVID-19 UPDATES

This page contains a summary of the information that has been shared to parents and students. Please see the latest update for the most accurate information.

Covid-19 Update - Tues 7/9, 1130
  • There will be no remote learning tomorrow 8 September as the school prepares for the return to onsite teaching and learning on Thursday 9 Sept.
  • Senior school exams have been scheduled for next week
  • More updates on Level 2 to follow.

Covid-19 Update - Fri 27/8, 1930
Monday 30 Aug is Day 2, Tuesday 31 Aug is Day 1 and so on,
  • There will be an 'Ako time' from 12:00 - 12:30 on Monday and Friday
  • We will continue with remote learning and teaching as parts of the country move to Alert Level 3 on Wednesday 1 September
  • Parents have been sent an email regarding those students who may need to come onsite for school during Level 3.
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Covid-19 Update - Fri 20/8, 1920
Monday 23 Aug is Day 1, Tuesday 24 Aug is Day 2
  • Remote Learning and Teaching timetable for next week has been updated below. In the event that the lockdown is extended, Wednesday to Friday timetable has also been included.
  • Senior exams have been postponed. 
  • Junior Next Steps will take place remotely. 
  • Winter Tournament Week has been cancelled.

Remote Learning - Update - Wed 18/08, 1525​
  • At Alert Level 4 school is closed and remote learning will commence on Thursday 19 August. 
  • Students are reminded that if they do not have a laptop, please email Mr Rasmussen  (jrasmussen@wakatipu.school.nz) and copy in their Dean.
  • The timetable for remote learning is detailed below and has been emailed to all students through their WHS gmail account.
  • Classes are held through Google Meet and can be accessed through Google Classroom or via an email sent to students from their teacher.
  • Senior exams are currently scheduled to run from Monday to Friday next week. 
​Students who are having access issues to join remote learning or did not attend a class, are asked to email attendance@wakatipu.school.nz and provide a brief explanation so support can be provided.

Resources
Central Government Resource Hub www.covid19.govt.nz
Local Government Resource Hub www.qldc.govt.nz
Healthline 0800 358 5453
Students Guide to Remote Learning
Parents Guide to Remote Learning
Staying Safe Online - https://switchonsafety.co.nz/
Covid-19 Support and Wellbeing information sheet 

Keeping your contact details up to date
The school will be communicating to parents and student via email and the SZapp, please ensure your contact details are up to date. You can update your email on the school portal or by emailing us at office@wakatipu.school.nz
WHS Portal

SZ  App
Please ensure you download our school app to your mobile device to receive alerts and important notices during this time.
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Remote Learning and Teaching Timetable

Time
Day 1 
Day 2 
9:00 - 9:45​​
Line 1
Line 4
10:00 - 10:45
Line 2
Line 5
11:00 - 11:45
Line 3
Line 6
12:00 - 12:30
Physical Activity/Ako Curriculum/Assembly
Physical Activity/Ako Curriculum/Assembly
12:30 - 1:00 ​
Lunch
Lunch
1:00 - 3:30
Independent Learning/ Learning Activities/ Support/ Tutorials/ Careers
Independent Learning/ Learning Activities/ Support/ Tutorials/ Careers
*Check subject line timetable from the WHS portal.

Information on Alert Levels
NZ Government COVID Information
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Address
47-49 Red Oaks Drive
Frankton, Queenstown 9300
03 4427370
2023 Term Dates
Term 1: Monday 30 January to Thursday 6 April
Term 2: ​Monday 24 April to Friday 30 June
Term 3: Monday 17 July to Friday 22 September
Term 4: Monday 9 October to Wednesday 13 December​
Report an absence
To report a student absence, please complete this form, call the school office at ​03 442 7370 or email attendance@wakatipu.school.nz

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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our School >
      • Principal's Message
      • Our Values
      • Board of Trustees
      • Strategic Plan
    • Our Staff >
      • Our Staff
      • Vacancies
      • Reader/Writers
    • Facilities >
      • Library
      • Uniform Shop
      • School Cafe
    • Finance
    • School News
    • Calendar and Key Dates
    • Policies and Processes
    • Complaints
  • Academic
    • Curriculum and Timetable >
      • Ākonga Profile
      • NCEA
      • Timetable
      • Assessments
      • Course Options
    • Mathematics
    • Science
    • English
    • Social Sciences
    • Arts
    • Languages
    • Technology
    • Health & PE
    • Student Learning Services
    • Gifted Education
  • Extracurricular
    • Student Leadership
    • House Competition
    • Sports
    • Arts and Culture
    • Outdoor Recreation
    • Duke of Edinburgh
    • Stars Programme
  • Attending WHS
    • Prospectus
    • Enrolment
    • Kaupapa Māori at WHS
    • Wellbeing
    • Support >
      • Pastoral Support
      • Financial Support
      • Guidance Support
    • Rules and Expectations
    • Reporting Bullying
    • BYOD
    • Online Safety Hub
    • Uniform Requirements
    • Careers
    • Stationery
    • Lockers
    • Buses
  • International
    • International Home
    • Homestay Hosts
    • Curriculum and Activities
    • Living
    • Prospectus
    • Enrolments
  • Community
    • WHS Foundation
    • Branches Trust
  • Contact
    • Contact us
    • Parking