WKS News

Stay informed and connected! Every few weeks, we’ll be updating parents, guardians, and our community with the latest happenings at Wartburg Kirchdorf School. From exciting school events to important announcements and achievements, you’ll find it all here. Don’t forget to follow us on social media for even more updates, photos, and celebrations. Let’s stay connected and celebrate our WKS journey together!

A big congratulations to Angelika Rencken and Tiaan Fortmann on being elected as Head Prefects for 2025! May you lead with integrity, respect, and a heart of service. Strive to set the best example for your peers, leaning not only on your own understanding but seeking guidance from your educators and, most importantly, from our Heavenly Father.

A major development recently occurred in our floodlight project. The concrete was poured to form reinforced bases. We can't wait for the floodlights to be installed and brighten up our fields!

We’re thrilled to welcome 25 learners from the Herbart Gymnasium Oldenburg in Germany to WKS for a 2-week exchange program! Our WKS German Exchange learners will return the visit to Germany this April, making this a truly enriching cultural experience for everyone involved.

We are incredibly proud to celebrate Rebecca as one of the top-achieving learners of 2024 in our municipality with an outstanding aggregate of 1521! Her hard work, dedication, and perseverance have led to this well-deserved success.

Congratulations to our newly elected Representative Class Learners (RCL) committee for 2025! We’re excited to see you lead with purpose, responsibility, and unity.

Committee Members:
12 A: Amahle Mdletshe
12 B: Khanya Mavi
11 A: Namhla Phungula
11 B: Hlobokazi Manqele
10 A: Hlobelihle Ntombela
10 B: Azande Mavimbela
9 A: Sisanda Mzobe
9 B: Lisakhanya Buthelezi
8 A: Zimbili Ndlovu
8 B: Malwande Yeni

Leadership Roles:
Chairperson: H. Manqele
Vice-Chairperson: A. Mdletshe
Secretary: A. Mavimbela

This morning, we welcomed our learners back to WKS for an exciting new year, with the rain reminding us that growth always begins with a little nourishment! Despite the drizzle, the energy was bright and cheerful as familiar faces reunited and new journeys began.