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The Pilkington Press       Issue 4'17

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.   

Contents

"Every Picture Tells a Story"

Tackling the “What if…” Scenarios of Life

by Michele Rodger

Year 7 and 8 students have been participating in workshops to develop creativity, problem solving, and team work; within a range of real-world and imaginative open-ended predicaments.

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John McGlashan 

Principal's Foreword

by Neil Garry

John McGlashan’s vision “… the blessing of a sound and liberal education.”

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The McGlashan fencers suited up with weapons, masks and lamés.

Put up your swords - the bright dew will not rust them

by Iain McGilchrist

Fencing at McGlashan is becoming popular again.  Our fencers wield their foils and epees in a way that is worthy of any Shakespearean swordsman.

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They're off - the senior cross country begins

Cross Country

by Tiny Carruthers

The John McGlashan Cross Country, showcased some fine young talent and unearthed a surprise winner in the senior race.

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Spotlight on the ARTS

by Arts Staff

Sir Ken Robinson said, "Creativity is now as important in education as literacy". Arts subjects can help us break out of traditional patterns of thinking and adopt fresh approaches to intellectual experiences. The arts complement more traditional subjects by enhancing creative thinking skills.

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The four student leaders with Justin Marshall and Will Greenwood

ASB chooses some JMC Junior Leaders

by John Veitch

Henry Bell and Reon Lowery were chosen to go to a Lions tour breakfast and the Highlanders 'Captain's Run.'

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Year 9 Creative Writing

by Jo Mullenger

Rugged shepherds, returned soldiers, dastardly criminals, daredevil parachutists - just some of the characters our Year 9s brought to life in their recent assessment.

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Theo Hannagan enjoys Men's Breakfast

Men's Breakfast

by John Veitch

On the 7th of June 140 boys and guests came together for a meal and to hear Judge Michael Crosbie speak.

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International students explore Doubtful Sound

by Roy Feng

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 started driving us to Lake Manapouri. 

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The McGlashan Knights Chess Team

Check it out - the chess team are champions again

by Mary Guthrie

Our chess team just won't stop winning.  Yet again, we are on our way to the nationals.

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JMC Senior Futsal Team that competed in the NZSS National Futsal Tournament

Futsal Seniors Secure National Ranking

by Alex Thomson and George Sinclair

McGlashan have secured a national secondary schools futsal ranking after contesting the New Zealand Secondary School  Futsal Championships for the first time.

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Senior Formal

by Richard Mountain

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 the John McGlashan formal for 2017.

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Sports Council Dinner

by Tiny Carruthers

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 community.

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A Successful Tour of Australia

by John Veitch

The John McGlashan 1st and 2nd XV had a very successful tour of Australia in April, on and off the field.

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Some of the boys who attended the National Young Leaders Day 2017

National Young Leaders Day 2017

by Anna Trenberth

Leaders are not simply born. Through practical and inspirational experiences we can provide opportunities to unlock future leadership potential. May 29th was one of these chances.

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Otago Secondary School Cross Country

Otago Secondary School Cross-Country Championships 

by Angela Button

John McGlashan Boys (and spectators) braved the cold and wet weather at the recent Otago Secondary School Cross-Country event.

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Logan Park Road Race

2017 Secondary School Cross Country Series

by Angela Button

The John McGlashan College Under-15 boys dominated the 2017 Secondary School Cross Country Series.  

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JMC Trapshooting team that won the Jenkinson Cup at the Southland Clay Target Club Intercollegiate Shoot

John McGlashan Sport Achievements

by Angela Button

Further success for John McGlashan College Students across a range of sporting codes

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Waihi Interschool, Winter 2017

Waihi Interschool

by Waihi Interschool Staff and Students

John McGlashan recently hosted Waihi in a school sports exchange. 

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Circus Challenge - Australian Circus Company visit 

Circus Challenge

by Kimberley Fridd

Touring group, Circus Challenge, the Australian Circus Company visits John McGlashan College.

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Men's Health Month

by Tom Casey

Men’s Health month is a great reminder that the best people to look out for our health are... ourselves. 

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