John McGlashan College
Welcome to this winter instalment of The Pilkington Press. Our feature article focusses on the excellent work going on in the junior department and their participation in the Tournament of Minds workshops.
The week ahead is a busy one with the STAC Winter exchange. Be sure to check out the next issue for results and photo content. Until then, keep warm, and we hope you enjoy this issue.
Tackling the “What if…” Scenarios of Life
Year 7 and 8 students have been participating in workshops to develop creativity, problem solving, and team work; within a range of ... Read more…Principal's Foreword
John McGlashan’s vision “… the blessing of a sound and liberal education.” Read more…Put up your swords - the bright dew will not rust them
Fencing at McGlashan is becoming popular again. Our fencers wield their foils and epees in a way that is worthy of any Shakespearean ... Read more…Cross Country
The John McGlashan Cross Country, showcased some fine young talent and unearthed a surprise winner in the senior race. Read more…Spotlight on the ARTS
Sir Ken Robinson said, "Creativity is now as important in education as literacy". Arts subjects can help us break out of traditional ... Read more…ASB chooses some JMC Junior Leaders
Henry Bell and Reon Lowery were chosen to go to a Lions tour breakfast and the Highlanders 'Captain's Run.' Read more…Year 9 Creative Writing
Rugged shepherds, returned soldiers, dastardly criminals, daredevil parachutists - just some of the characters our Year 9s brought to ... Read more…Men's Breakfast
On the 7th of June 140 boys and guests came together for a meal and to hear Judge Michael Crosbie speak. Read more…International students explore Doubtful Sound
At 6 O’clock in the morning of 19th of May, Mr. Mountain picked me and eight other students up from our hostel and homestays and ... Read more…Check it out - the chess team are champions again
Our chess team just won't stop winning. Yet again, we are on our way to the nationals. Read more…Futsal Seniors Secure National Ranking
McGlashan have secured a national secondary schools futsal ranking after contesting the New Zealand Secondary School Futsal ... Read more…Senior Formal
The 10th of June was a date marked on the calendar of many Year 12 and 13 students in Dunedin for months now, as it was the date of ... Read more…Sports Council Dinner
The annual Sports Council Dinner will be held on the last Thursday of this term. A great chance to catch up with the wider school ... Read more…A Successful Tour of Australia
The John McGlashan 1st and 2nd XV had a very successful tour of Australia in April, on and off the field. Read more…National Young Leaders Day 2017
Leaders are not simply born. Through practical and inspirational experiences we can provide opportunities to unlock future leadership ... Read more…Otago Secondary School Cross-Country Championships
John McGlashan Boys (and spectators) braved the cold and wet weather at the recent Otago Secondary School Cross-Country event. Read more…2017 Secondary School Cross Country Series
The John McGlashan College Under-15 boys dominated the 2017 Secondary School Cross Country Series. Read more…John McGlashan Sport Achievements
Further success for John McGlashan College Students across a range of sporting codes Read more…Waihi Interschool
John McGlashan recently hosted Waihi in a school sports exchange. Read more…Circus Challenge
Touring group, Circus Challenge, the Australian Circus Company visits John McGlashan College. Read more…Men's Health Month
Men’s Health month is a great reminder that the best people to look out for our health are... ourselves. Read more…
