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Welcome to the March 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.

St John’s College proudly presents the 28th St John’s College Easter Rugby Festival from 17 to 21 April 2025—celebrating the best in schoolboy rugby. This is a unique opportunity for sponsors to align with this prestigious school rugby tradition and connect with a dedicated audience.

St John’s College commenced the year with the annual Community Mass on Burger Field, framed by the iconic northern facade of the school. The Right Revd Dr Steve Moreo, Bishop of Johannesburg, presided as Celebrant, continuing a much-loved tradition that sets the tone for the academic year.

Welcome to the November 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.

On 17 October, St John's College proudly unveiled the Beyond 125 Donor Wall at a glittering event in the Rene England Auditorium. Mr Stuart Stuart West, Executive Headmaster, described the wall as a "rich tapestry serving as a visual testament to the generosity of our incredible community, reminding us that every contribution makes a difference."

On Sunday, 6 October, on the eve of Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu's 93rd birthday, hundreds of students, parents, teachers, church leaders, and head of school embarked on the annual Tutu Memorial Walk.

Habits of the Heart, founded by St John’s College in partnership with the Anglican Board of Education in Southern Africa, is set to return for its fourth year from 3 to 6 October.

Our Old Johannian community gathered at the College on Saturday, 13 July, for our annual Gaudy Day, a cherished occasion to reminisce and celebrate our shared love for St John's.

In celebration of Mandela Day and 30 Years of Democracy, St John’s College embraced the theme, "Combating poverty and inequality is in our hands".This special day highlights our shared responsibility to support our community and work towards a more equitable society.

St John's College is pleased to announce that Dr Rutledge Stephen (Steve) Boyes (Hill 1996) and Luke Potter (Nash 1995) are the recipients of this year's Golden Eagle Award.

The inspiring journeys of Suzie Copperthwaite, Ricardo Kutumela and Mark Pickering, who conquered this gruelling ultramarathon — their motivation, challenges and triumphs are a guide to our own journey, wherever that may take us.

A warm welcome to our May edition of the St John’s College Classifieds. The College Classifieds is our digital publication that offers our community the opportunity to advertise to our Johannians.