James Currie – outstanding in every field
S tar scholar, singer, stage director, and swimmer James Currie (15087) proved to be a standout in 2021, securing the Wacher Prize for Academic Head of School amid a stellar student field. Recognised as a College role model, James was lauded for his kindness, humour, and perseverance while always showing “admirable courage and commitment”. At 17, James was awarded university scholarships to Auckland, Victoria, Canterbury, and Otago – all for outstanding academic excellence. A national titleholder and New Zealand age-group representative, James equally made a big splash in the pool “So many memories have been made along the way and I look forward to carrying these memories with me.”
as one of the country’s top breaststroke competitors. Remarkably, he also found the time to co-captain College’s successful theatresports team, debate, and perform – both as a tenor soloist and pianist and a cast member in Shakespeare’s Much Ado About Nothing . Winning the Best Director Award in 2021 for Somes House – the overall winner of the House Plays – was a personal highlight. After claiming Calculus Scholarship in Year 12, James undertook the degree-level STAR course in Maths at the University of Canterbury in 2021, with a superb result. In Year 13, James gained Scholarship in Chemistry (Outstanding), Physics, Biology, and Calculus. “I would say that success comes to those who don't restrict themselves simply to what they are comfortable with, but take up all the opportunities that come their way,” he says. “I’m glad that I am leaving College having taken up as many opportunities that were given to me. I honestly can't pick the
most significant moment out of all of the amazing things that have happened. The whole five years of College have been such a journey. “So many memories have been made along the way and I look forward to carrying these memories with me as I move forward in my journey.” James also appreciates the “huge variety and diversity of people that I got to meet and connect with over my time at College”. “Not only the friends that I have made in the House and in my year group, but also inspiring teachers and others. These are connections that I will have for many years to come and they have helped me to accomplish so many of my goals,” he says. “I have also enjoyed having such a talented year group of peers. Everybody has had the opportunity to enjoy and find a passion. Everyone is so talented at what they do – right across the school – and we have bonded and supported each other.” During his time at College, James achieved a remarkable academic record with constant Excellence
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