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May 2016 e‑Newsletter

Dive into this juicy instalment of the John McGlashan College e-Newsletter. It is packed with a range of content, from cultural to academic and sporting items. Highlights from this issue include - the recent History trip to Vietnam (our feature article); a very successful season for our rowers; the always popular Library Week and Choccywoccydoodah; and Bernard Mangakahia's visit to our school, with his show Mana: The Spirit of Polynesia. 

Until next time, enjoy this issue.

Contents

Cu Chi Tunnels

Looking Back

by Rachael Gardiner, Andrew Morrison, and Melissa Bell

Singapore, Ho Chi Minh City, Hoi An, Hue, Hanoi, Halong Bay.

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Principal's Foreword

by Neil Garry

Are pencil cases likely to be a thing of the past in the John McGlashan College classroom?

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JMC Rowing 2016

Rowers found their stride this season

by Tiny Carruthers

The John McGlashan College rowing squad has grown, both in strength and numbers, culminating  in the most successful season in the history of the college.

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Mana Performance

Mana performance leaves a lasting impression

by Ned Ennion-Dickison

Bernard Mangakahia wowed students in an interactive show, celebrating "Mana - The Spirit of Polynesia".

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Library Week - QuickFireQuiz won by Clever Readers

Library Week & Choccywoccydoodah

by Pam Garry

The library was buzzing last week as the college enjoyed plenty of library craziness in its annual celebration of reading.  

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“Rugby Players” Sculpture

by Bryn Jones

“Rugby Players” is a sculpture by Hungarian sculptor Lazlo Racz and has been generously donated by the Innes family to John McGlashan College.

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Head boy, Lochie Chittock thanks Jamie Joseph 

Breakfast with Jamie Joseph

by Tiny Carruthers

Mr. Garry had the novel idea to invite fathers and sons along to a breakfast, to hear Jamie Joseph speak on the eve of another must-win game for the Highlanders.

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I.B. Theory of Knowledge Presentations

Alarming Proliferation of TLA’s

by Chris Knopp

Confronting KI’s within an RLS, challenge IBD students to explore relevant WOK’s and AOK’s in IB TOK talks.

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Summer sports badges presented

by Tiny Carruthers

Mr. Garry recently bestowed Summer Sports badges upon worthy recipients.

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University of Otago clocktower

Dunedin Tertiary Open Day 2016

by Rachael Gardiner

Thinking about 2017 and beyond

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Trevor Au from Hong Kong was recommended John McGlashan College by his sister who has been studying here in term 1.

New International Students

by Richard Mountain

This term we have two new international students here at school. 

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Arts Blue

Visual Arts Blues Criteria

by Bryn Jones

Interested in applying for a Blues in Visual Art this year?

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Mt Cook Geography Field Trip 

by Mike Idour

One Year 12 geography study focuses on the balance between ensuring the National Parks accessibility to visitors and ensuring sustainability in Aoraki Mt Cook National Park.

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We hope they made it home!

¡Gracias Mamá! 

by Anna Noble

Year 8, 9 and 10 Spanish students honour their Mums.

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Time trial down 'Collarbone Alley' - Yr 11 PE Naseby 2016

Year 11 PE Camp

by Tom Casey

This three day camp in Naseby is a mental and physical test of boys' mountain bike and outdoor skills.

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Buying the new sports uniform?

by Tiny Carruthers

A full range of sizes are now available from the Otago Sports Depot.

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McGlashan equestrian team doesn't horse around.

by Fynn Allison

The first ever John McGlashan College equestrian team performs superbly.

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Harrison Lawrence striking a pose during a chainsaw safety day

'Cutting edge' education.

by Glen Clark

Year 12 agriculture students partake in a chainsaw course.

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Building foundations to thrive on, JMC junior school.

by Junior School

Our recently transformed learning environment of six small classes is thriving.  

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NZCT Cup National Finals

Cricket: NZCT Cup National Finals

by Garfield Hatton

The JMC Gold cricket team enjoyed a wonderful week in Palmerston North in April having reached the NZCT Cup National Finals. 

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The John McGlashan College team that won a bronze medal in the Nett competition of the World School's golf challenge are congratulated at the prize giving. 

World School Golf Championships 

by Callum White and Kyle Clark

 Golf team's combined scores give them a well-deserved third place in the Nett competition and a trophy for the John McGlashan College cabinet, including bronze medals for their players. 

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"Screenagers" Documentary - parents invited to attend 

by Sue Porter

Parents are invited to view the thought-provoking documentary "Screenagers", which will be screened in the John McGlashan Chapel on Thursday, June 2nd at 7.00pm.   

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Adam Robinson creating the masterpiece that is the bacon and egg pie, at Spelt Bakery

The proof is in the pie - Gateway programme rising to success

by Becky Rapson

Some might call Adam as nutty as a fruitcake for getting up at 2am on a chilly Wednesday morning, but for him, his time at Spelt Bakery has been the best thing since sliced bread.  

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Senior student Wade Adams and Ms Rebecca Rapson (Gateway Co-ordinator) discussing Wade's learning pathways and how these connect to his future career plans.

Year 10 Career Interviews

by Sue Porter

Staff will be conducting career interviews with Year 10 students and their parents so that the boys can begin to discuss their potential learning pathways as they transition into the senior school.

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Water Polo

South Island Water Polo Tournament  

by Brent Wolf

The McGlashan Water Polo team had a successful trip to Invercargill finishing fourth out of 15 teams in the South Island Water Polo Tournament.

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JMC boys at NAGs 

National Age Group Swimming Championships (NAG’s)

by Brent Wolf

Courtland Ellis, Ben Carr, Geoffrey Kemp, and David Cannon attended the swimming competition in Wellington from the 18th-22nd April, with some outstanding results.

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It is never too late to start...

by Bruce James

Ever wanted to learn a musical instrument?

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Otago Primary and Secondary Schools Swimming Championships

Otago Primary and Secondary Schools Swimming Championships

by Brent Wolf

The McGlashan swim team had a hugely successful time at the Otago Primary and Secondary Schools Swimming Championships, on the 8th-9th April, with 12 of the 19 competitors  qualifying for finals. 

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Logan Park Road Race

Logan Park Road Race

by Christian Tucker

The Tenth of May saw the annual Logan Park road race take place, again with high success from our John McGlashan team.

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Sporting Achievements

by Angela Button

Further sporting success for John McGlashan boys

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