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We are very excited to share the latest Advancement Newsletter, designed to keep you informed of developments and opportunities to support our beloved St John's.

St John's College is hosting its first-ever Giving Day at 08h00 am on Thursday, 9 November, where we aim to raise R5 million in just 36 hours, and we can’t do it without your support!

Welcome to the October edition of College Classifieds. The College Classifieds is our digital publication that offers the St John's community the opportunity to advertise their wares and services with fellow Johannians.

The St John's College and Prep Academy Prize-Giving and Valedictory Service, which took place in The Memorial Chapel on Tuesday, 31 October, is always a special occasion as we celebrate the achievements of our Academy students. It is also always a sad occasion as we say farewell to our Grade 7s and matrics as their time with us comes to an end.

As William Mills (UV Thomson) matriculates this year, he leaves behind an exceptional legacy. His vision, unwavering determination, and commitment to establishing the St John’s College & Academy Cycling Group profoundly enriched the lives of the young men who rallied alongside him. This is his remarkable story.

Students, staff and Upper V parents gathered in Pelicon Quad to the beautiful sounds of the College Symphony Orchestra for Upper V Speech Day, always a highlight on the College calendar.

The annual College Art Exhibition sparkled with elegance as our community gathered in the Rene England Auditorium for a delightful evening of cocktails and canapes and to view the work of our College students.

The 2nd Archbishop Emeritus Tutu Memorial Mass & Lecture held in the Memorial Chapel on Sunday, 8 October, was a profound event presided over by our College Chaplains with a special guest lecture by The Revd Frank Chikane.

The Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu Walk was held on Saturday, 7 October, on what would have been the late Arch’s 92nd birthday, bringing communities together for a pilgrimage to reflect and connect with the people and spaces around them.

The St John’s College community, family, and friends gathered on Burger Field with picnic baskets, blankets and deck chairs for a splendid evening of light and sound as we celebrated 125 years of St John’s College at Light on the Night.

Welcome to the September edition of College Classifieds. The College Classifieds is our digital publication that offers the St John's community the opportunity to advertise their wares and services with fellow Johannians.

Trinity Term was a busy one overflowing with events, activities and achievements centred around our 125th birthday celebrations.