Dear Parents 

 

I have to thank the whole Wellington community for your respectful and thoughtful response to last week’s very sad news of the passing of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother.  Wellington College mourns with the nation and everyone’s good grace is very much appreciated. 

 

In its most recent message, the Office of Private Education Commission (OPEC) has told us the following. 

• All private schools are to fly flags at half-mast for 30 days. 

• Curricular activities, extracurricular activities that contribute to child development, and activities related to the traditions and cultures of any nationality or religion are to proceed as normal. Schools are to use appropriate discretion. 

• Celebratory activities, other than those mentioned in item 2, should have their formats adjusted to be appropriate and in line with the current situation. 

• Private school administrators, teachers, and personnel are requested to observe mourning, using appropriate discretion. 

• Private schools are to disseminate information about the royal duties and organize exhibitions in honour of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit The Queen Mother. 

In light of this, and with all due and appropriate respect, we proceed with calendared school activities as planned.  If you are unsure about anything, please do not hesitate to ask us. 

 

With best wishes for a peaceful weekend

 

Chris

Students and staff across the school came together this week to pay respects to Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, The Queen Mother of Thailand.

 

Kru Bee led a moving assembly for students and staff, and the whole community paid their respects in a variety of ways across campus.