Scholarships and study in the United States – a virtual presentation by Angus McKenzie ** DATE CHANGE **
** Thursday 1 June, 5pm **
Old Boy and Cornell University alumni Angus McKenzie will share his journey from College to winning multiple scholarships to study in the United States to his present business role in New York during a special online presentation on Thursday 1 June, from 5–6pm.
All Years 11–13 boys and their parents are invited to learn about university scholarships and study in the US. Please register to watch the online presentation.
Parent Education Evening with Jazz Thornton – Understanding youth mental health
Thursday 1 June, 7pm
In a rapidly changing world, teenagers can often struggle. Mental health advocate Jazz Thornton shares the warning signs and explains how to help, along with what to do and things to avoid, while detailing the best approach to supporting your child’s mental wellbeing. Join us on Thursday 1 June in the at 7pm for an insightful night.
This event will not be live-streamed or recorded.
Diploma Q&A for Boarding Parents
Monday 5 June, 3pm
We will be hosting a Diploma Q&A with afternoon tea for our boarding families. We know many of you will be in town as the boys return to boarding for the term and hope that you may be able to plan your drop-offs around joining us for this discussion.
Te Pouhere Sunday – service of Choral Evensong
Sunday 11 June, 7pm
Join us in the College Chapel at 7pm on Sunday 11 June as we gather to acknowledge Te Pouhere (the constitution) of the Anglican Church during our Choral Evensong service. Te Pouhere establishes the three tikanga (cultural streams) – Māori, Pakeha, and Pasifika – of the Church in Aotearoa New Zealand and Polynesia. In recognition of Te Pouhere Sunday, the Chapel Choir will sing the school’s new waiata, "E te atua tapu (O Holy God)".
Christ's College Hockey Social Function
Sunday 18 June, 6pm
Please join us for the Christ's College Hockey Social Function at Winnie Bagoes.
Tauranga Community Visit
Tuesday 20 June, 6pm
Everyone's welcome. Whether you're an Old Boy, a past, current or future parent, or looking to join our community, we'd love to see you when we visit your local area. Meet Executive Principal Garth Wynne and other members of the College community in an informal gathering.
We are also joined by St Margaret's College at this event.
Parents' Association House Music Festival
Thursday 22 June, 6.30–8.30pm
Held in the Lilburn Auditorium of the Christchurch Town Hall, House Music is a night not to be missed! Every boy in every House takes to the stage for the annual Parents' Association House Music Festival, an event of fun, musicality and enjoyment – always with some surprises.
Parents' Association Midwinter Drinks
Friday 30 June, 6–9pm
On the last Friday of Term 2, the Parents' Association hosts the Midwinter Drinks. Come and share some mid-winter cheer in the beautifully decorated and elegant Dining Hall.
**Ticket sales close Monday 26 June**
Akaroa Community Visit
Wednesday 2 August, 6pm
Everyone's welcome. Whether you're an Old Boy, a past, current or future parent, or looking to join our community, we'd love to see you when we visit your local area. Meet Executive Principal Garth Wynne and other members of the College community in an informal gathering.
We are also joined by St Margaret's College at this event.
Hawke's Bay Community Visit
Tuesday 8 August, 6pm
Everyone's welcome. Whether you're an Old Boy, a past, current or future parent, or looking to join our community, we'd love to see you when we visit your local area. Meet Executive Principal Garth Wynne and other members of the College community in an informal gathering.
We are also joined by St Margaret's College at this event.
Grandparents' Day – SAVE THE DATE
Friday 8 September, 10.15am–12pm
Save the date for our annual Grandparents’ Day at Christ’s College.
Christ's College Parents' Association Spring Bling
Friday 8 September, 7–10.30pm
The Christ's College Parents' Association is delighted to invite the parents of Years 12 & 13 students to 'Spring Bling'.
$55 per ticket – includes a welcome cocktail, wine, beer, canapés, and live music.