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Year 11 and 13 graduation dates
Year 11 and 13 graduation dates
This year's Year 13 and Year 11 Graduations are to be held on the same day.
Please refer to the posters below for more details. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Shark Week dress code and donation
Shark Week dress code and donation
Next week is Shark Week. We invite students and staff members to wear blue and green on Wednesday.
If you would like to support us with a small donation, please bring 20HKD to donate on the way into school and money to spend as you wish on our charity stalls during lunchtime on that day.
Students wear shark costumes for Shark Week last year.
photo by Christopher Teoh
Save the date for parent event on “Finding the Balance for Academic Success”
Save the date for parent event on “Finding the Balance for Academic Success”
West Island School will celebrate Mental Health Week from Monday, February 10, 2025, to Friday, 14 February, 2025. This week will feature a variety of activities and events aimed at reducing stigma surrounding mental health, fostering open conversations, and enhancing the skills of our community.
We are pleased to invite WIS parents to an evening at WIS “Finding the Balance for Academic Success” on Thursday, 13 February, 2025. This session will provide parents with knowledge and information and practical strategies to support children in achieving academic success, focusing on aspects such as sleep, stress management, and effective communication.
Student individual achievement
Student individual achievement
Weight-lifting
Weight-lifting
Year 12 Nathan Hung represented the National Team of the Philippines at the 2024 Asian Powerlifting Championships in Uzbekistan.
Nathan achieved first place in Squat, and second place in bench press, deadlift, and total score.
"This was a proud moment for me, and I’m grateful for the values and support I’ve gained from my school community that helped me reach this milestone," he said.
HKAYP (The Hong Kong Award for Young People) silver award winners
HKAYP (The Hong Kong Award for Young People) silver award winners
The following students were given a HKAYP silver award for 12 months of improving a skill, 6 months of completing a service activity, 6 months improving a physical activity and 4 days hiking and camping.
Mimi Chen
Cyrus Chung
Safiya Gilham
Jasmin Kaur
Ivy Khositmanit
Bella Lau
Allison Law
Charisse Law
Selina Ma
Aryendra Munshi
Katrina Shek
Antonio Wong
Bernice Zhong
Basketball win
Basketball win
West Island U16 boys basketball won in the semi-finals against CIS, scoring 49-38.
For more sports results, visit the WIS sports website here.
Student Leadership Opportunities at West Island School
Student Leadership Opportunities at West Island School
We are proud to offer student leadership opportunities for all year groups at West Island School.
To Parents and Guardians: Please review the available roles and discuss with your children if they would like to apply. These roles run from March 2025 to February 2026.
Available Roles:
Available Roles:
Student Leader (Year 10 only)
Launched by Mr. Ruddall. Please refer to the information already shared with students.
Student Ambassador (Years 7-10)
Support new student transitions and help new families settle into the West Island School community through planned events and experience visits.
Assist with school tours and support WIS events as needed.
Student Voice Ambassador (Years 7-10)
Support staff in seeking student opinions on various topics.
Collect and process data, and present feedback to different groups, including the school leadership team.
Health Ambassador (Years 9-12)
Lead student initiatives such as the Wellbeing Buddy Programme, Nutrition Competition, and Food Allergy Awareness Week.
Help organize Mental Health Week and promote general health within the school community.
Application Process:
Application Process:
Students must complete an application form for their chosen role.
The deadline for applications is February 7th.
Successful candidates will be announced by Friday, March 14th.
Additional Roles (Separate Application Process):
Additional Roles (Separate Application Process):
Year 12 Head Students
Year 12 CAS Leaders
Year 12 IBDP CAS Projects
Year 12 IBCP CAS Projects
Digital Leaders
EAP Ambassadors
Dynasty Leaders
Note: Students are allowed to hold only one leadership role. Applications must be submitted by the students themselves; we do not accept applications from parents.
To apply, please click here. Thank you.
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