Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award The aim of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award is to challenge young people to be the best they can be, to help them discover and build on their strengths and interests through service, skills, physical recreation, and an adventurous journey. There are three award levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold. All Year 10 boys are enrolled in the Duke of Edinburgh’s Hillary Award and are expected to gain the Bronze Award. By making the Bronze Award compulsory, we hope many boys will choose to complete the more advanced levels as well. Teacher-in-Charge Graeme Christey gchristey@christscollege.com Exchange programmes Exchanges open up the world and give students the opportunity to experience life in another country and culture. They are an important contributor to our Round Square IDEAL of Internationalism. College has exchange programmes in place with schools in the USA, England, Germany, France, Japan, Singapore, Argentina and Australia. Exchanges operate in Years 9, 10 and 12. Opportunities to be involved in our exchange programmes will be advertised through Student Notices on Schoolbox. Exchange Coordinator Sarah Davidson sarah.davidson@christscollege.com
Model United Nations By getting involved in Model United Nations (MUN) activities, students learn to look outwards and discover the art of diplomacy and importance of international relations. Students in Years 11–13 have the opportunity to participate in both regional and national MUN conferences, and may also apply to be part of the New Zealand delegation to the annual international MUN conference. Several College students have participated at the highest level, and hugely enjoyed and greatly benefitted from the experience. MUN is for anyone interested in politics, current affairs, public speaking and contemporary global issues, particularly relating to human rights, the environment,
security and trade. Teacher-in-Charge Emma Bracken ebracken@christscollege.com
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