John McGlashan College


We are well into Term Three and the holidays already seem like a distant memory. School has been a busy hive of activity lately and there have been lots of exciting things happening about the place, including, the Wild Foods Dinner at the Boarding Hostel, rugby competitions, P.E Camps, and preparation for the up-coming school production (on next week). 

There is also another exciting addition to our newsletter - in the form of video! Explore the newsletter and check out the advertisement the 10 Film class made for the school production, "The Idiot's Guide to Broadway". 

In staff news, recently the NZ Association of Mathematics Teachers honoured Ainslie Anderson (HOD Maths) with a national teaching award, and we have article on Mrs Anderson's prestigious award as well. 

Until next time, enjoy this instalment of the John McGlashan College newsletter. 


  1. Principal's Foreword

    Many boys are walking taller at the moment after successes in their various academic, sporting and cultural pursuits over the last few ... Read more…
  2. Boarding House Wild Foods Dinner

    I was delighted to receive an invitation to attend my first ever Carnivores Dinner AKA Wild Foods Dinner, in the dining hall with the ... Read more…
  3. Education knows no boundaries with technology

    Senior Drama class interview a NZ Playwright, currently living in Vancouver Canada. Read more…
  4. Literacy, Numeracy, Coding...! 

    “Everybody should learn how to program a computer… because it teaches you how to think” —Steve Jobs Read more…
  5. Otago Premier Schools Rugby

    John McGlashan College beat South Otago High School 22-17 on Saturday in a highly competitive match to win the  Otago premier schools ... Read more…
  6. Planting for Penguins

    John McGlashan  was invited to help restore the habitat around Pilot’s Beach and the Taiaroa Headland to encourage Blue Penguins to ... Read more…
  7. John McGlashan Science Fair

    Year 8 and 9 students show off their investigative scientific skills. Read more…
  8. Dr. Jennifer Macleod speaks at Presbyterian Church Schools' Conference

    Last week Mr Neil Garry, Dr Jennifer Macleod and Rev. Barry Kelk spent a few days together at the Presbyterian Church Schools’ ... Read more…
  9. The Idiot's Guide to Broadway

    Rehearsals are going well in preparation for hitting the Mayfair stage with the joint school production with St Hilda's and Columba. Read more…
  10. Video: The Idiot's Guide to Broadway

    Combined school production with St Hilda's and Columba... on soon. Read more…
  11. New Parent Portal

    The school's new student management software, KAMAR, will allow parents to access their sons' timetables, attendance, results, ... Read more…
  12. JMC Chess

    The chess club has been very busy during Term Two. Read more…
  13. Otago University International Social Trip.

    On the 30th of July, Otago University’s International Department organised a free sports evening at Unipol for all the secondary ... Read more…
  14. Government Funding Received for Reading Research Project

    John McGlashan College is one of only 39 schools nationwide to receive funding for research into a reading intervention programme. Read more…
  15. NEWS FROM THE CANTEEN

    The John McGlashan College Canteen - serving up hot, fresh and healthy food every day Read more…
  16. Year 12 Phys Ed Camp

    Three days of fantastic clear blue skies, some powder snow thrown in and no major injuries! Read more…
  17. Cross Country - Ariki Cup 

    John McGlashan College had eight athletes take part in the Ariki Cup Championships held at Kettle Park on Wednesday 5th August. Read more…
  18. Ainslie Anderson NZAMT National Teaching Award

    Recently the NZ Association of Mathematics Teachers honoured Ainslie Anderson (HOD Maths) with a national teaching award.  Read more…
  19. Student Achievements

    Our Student continue to excel across a range of sports Read more…
  20. JMC Success at South Island SS Championships 

    On the 2nd of July, a team of nine swimmers travelled up to Greymouth to compete at this years South Island Secondary School ... Read more…
  21. Year 10 Portraits + Year 8 Cars 

    Here are some of the best pieces of work of the month from Mr Jones' year 8 and 10 art classes.   Read more…
  22. Yr 11 PE Camp – Naseby 2015

     This camp is designed to test the boys mountain biking skill, their awareness of safety in the outdoors and the effort and engagement ... Read more…
  23. Student Council Umbrella Fundraising

    The Student Council of 2015 would like to offer you, the community of John McGlashan, an exciting opportunity to purchase an exclusive ... Read more…
  24. The 7 & 8 sporting Interchange between Balmacewen and JMC is eagerly anticipated by both schools.

    JMC can be pleased with their overall performance against one of the strongest intermediate sporting schools in Otago and Southland. Read more…
  25. Storylines Family Day event

    Come meet your favourite Children's authors and illustrators. Read more…