The principal of Whanganui Girls' College is appalled to learn that former students "verbally attacked" current students over the recent addition of the 'H' in the school's name.
Tania King says there were two separate instances, one on school grounds and one at the River Traders market, where year 13 girls were picked on.
The incident at the market occurred when students were handing out flyers to promote the school gala. One of them was approached by an "old girl" after being identified wearing the school uniform, and was personally blamed for the inclusion of the 'H'.
The student was "shaken" by the unprovoked verbal attack and reported the incident.
Mrs King said she expected better from the wider school community which had always placed an emphasis on instilling respect as a key value.