We reunited and connected with past staff, on the 6th of September for the annual ‘Past Staff Tea’. All the staff was treated to a delicious tea in the Centenary Pavilion. This event gives us an opportunity to show past staff how much we appreciate them and respect the work they did when they worked...
Category: Alumni Stories
Request to our Alumni from our WPPS Archivist, Sue Cooke
The Old Library has been converted into an archives/museum room. There is memorabilia from Stansbury’s day, and the dreaded Violet is prominently displayed! When you next do a clearout please remember Wetpups, as we always appreciate any donations from Old Boys – rugby jerseys, reports, photographs, letters, etc. I am here on Wednesdays and you...
Award by Emperor of Japan ~ Professor Emeritus Doug Butterworth (1959)
Congratulations to Professor Emeritus Doug Butterworth. Doug has been awarded the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Neck Ribbon by the Emperor of Japan for his contribution to the sustainable management of the country’s fisheries. Read more in the images attached.
Brian Eagleson (past staff) (1989 to 1997)
We were sad to hear of the passing of Brian Eagleson on 5th May. He was the school carpenter from 1989 to 1997. He could and did turn his hand to any odd job around the school. He spoke to the senior boys of his experiences when he and his family were removed from District...
UK Reunion ~ 22 March
This event was a great success and one we look forward to repeating in the future. Please check the alumni Facebook page for more photos Wetpups Alumni Facebook and for more news updates.
UK Reunion
To all the Wetpups old boys living in the UK, we promised a Wetpups Reunion and we can now confirm the date: Friday 22 March! Please spread the word and book the date in your calendar. Further details will follow. If you are in the UK and living in / near London, please email your...
Remembrance Day
Remembrance Day is always a sobering event, which reminds us to remember loved ones who died during war. The boys were reminded always to look for ways to keep the peace in our world, so that we can avoid the atrocities that war brings. Thanks to past parent Craig Ballantyne, who played the bagpipes at...
Wetpups Golf Day
1 November – Wetpups Golf Day – Thanks We are most grateful to all who were involved with our very successful annual golf day. The funds raised contribute greatly towards our WPPS Scholarship Fund, which supports boys on scholarships from Grades 4 to 7. We are very proud to be able to give an opportunity...
2013 Grade 7 Reunion
It was wonderful to see our 2013 Grade 7s and their parents return to WPPS for their reunion. The evening was filled with laughter, camaraderie, and catching up. It was a true reflection of the WPPS family culture. Good luck, boys, with your Matric, and don’t forget to keep in touch!