Co-curricular activities
There is always something happening at College and we encourage all students to get involved in some kind of activity outside the classroom. You might pursue an already established interest or decide to try something new. Whatever you choose, co-curricular activities are sure to help you meet new people, gain new skills, and enhance your College experience.
Chess Chess enthusiasts can compete for the House Cup in Term 3 and play in the interschool chess competition during winter months. All boys, at any level, are welcome. Teacher-in-Charge Zac Knight zknight@christscollege.com Debating Debating is a fun way to develop reasoning, research and confidence in public speaking. At College, students have several opportunities to hone their debating skills, with both junior and senior interhouse competitions, and interschool competitions and exchanges. Teacher-in-Charge Emma Bracken ebracken@christscollege.com
Drama College has a strong tradition of excellence in the performing arts, with a myriad of opportunities for students to participate both on stage and behind the scenes – including House Plays, Theatresports, the Sheilah Winn Shakespeare Festival, dance, and annual musical or dramatic productions for senior and junior students. Through timetabled classroom drama and the co-curricular experiences, we teach individual performance skills and stagecraft, and foster aesthetic and kinaesthetic growth, nurturing creative talent, imaginative flair, and a love for the theatre arts. We work closely with the Music School and local girls’ schools to create vibrant performing arts partnerships. Specialist speech and drama teachers offer individual lessons, and students can work towards Speech NZ and Trinity College London qualifications. Lessons are scheduled between 8am–8pm and careful timetabling ensures boys do not miss the same academic
lesson each week. Director of Drama Hannah Clarkson hclarkson@christscollege.com
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