Kia ora Westlake Girls whānau,
It’s been a fantastic start to the year, and we’re thrilled to share some of the ways the Board has been supporting the school’s continued growth and success.
Our recent focus areas include:
- Property strategy planning – Planning for Westlake Girls’ future learning, recreational, arts and social facilities.
- Student Achievement – The board continuously focuses on student achievement, guided by Jane and the Westlake Senior Leadership Team. We review how we rate compare with other schools and focus on continuous improvement.
- Health and Safety – Thorough reporting on H&S performance, mitigation and improvements, including H&S walks around the Westlake Girls campus.
- Community Engagement – We are lucky to have Dean Flyger on staff leading our Community development.
A special highlight this past week was the opening of the Whare Āhuru Mōwai, a space where students of all cultures can come together to learn and grow. Led by our iwi, Ngāti Pāoaa, this event highlights the school’s commitment to working collaboratively within our local community and upholding the values of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Board members also attended the joint theatrical shows over the last two weeks and are looking forward to attending the many cultural nights planned in the months ahead.
Our strength as a board comes from our partnership with students and teachers, and we are privileged to have fantastic representatives such as Nicole Lao and Anna Cooper. Their insights ensure that student and staff voices remain central to our discussions. We are also blessed to have Jane as our principal and strong input from the Senior Leadership Team who regularly input in board meetings.
Upcoming Board Elections
A reminder that Board elections will take place in September. This year, we are transitioning to staggered elections, meaning some positions will be elected for an 18-month term, while others will be for three years. This approach allows for both fresh perspectives and continuity in leadership.
As always, the Board remains dedicated to supporting Westlake Girls in its mission to provide outstanding education and opportunities for our students. We value the involvement of our school community and appreciate your ongoing support.
Ngā mihi,
Jason Britten, Westlake Girls School Board