Programme of Events:

Thursday March 17

CLOSED: RESOUNDING SUCCESS!!!!
07.30pm Concert at Founders Theatre: Ticketed event
Featuring an array of talented artists and musicians from the three schools - some of whom have become international stars - including international musicians from the generations:

 Stephen de Pledge – pianist                                               Linda de Pledge - singer
Chris H Thompson – singer and guitarist                          Lorraine Jones - singer
Jacina Taimata and Thiruna Selvaratnam - singers
Chris Thompson – blues/folk singer/songwriter            Fuschia (female barbershop quartet)
Superband music and performance – students from the two schools 

Plus many more…                                              MC:      Te Radar – comedian (Old Boy)

Friday March 18
Free shuttle bus between HBHS and HGHS throughout the day

 10.00am-03.00pm - HGHS and HBHS invite all past pupils and staff to tour the schools.  Argyle House and Sonninghall Hostel open…

View art exhibitions, visit decade rooms and enjoy our hospitality.  

10.30am – HGHS: Over 75s Special Complimentary Morning Tea!

At HGHS the afternoon will include a whole school photo on the field and House competitions of marching drills and old school songs to be judged by Old Girls and Old Boys.

 12.30pm – HBHS: Touch – Old Boys vs current students

 03.30pm – HGHS and HBHS: Former Staff get-togethers. Everyone welcome…

All former staff and board members of Hamilton High, Hamilton Girls’ High & Hamilton Boys’ High are welcome to participate in these friendly get-togethers at each school.  

06.00pm – HGHS: Mix n Mingle in School Hall:  Ticketed event

Mihi from Foundation Kaumatua of HGHS - John Ahu
Opening speech by Her Worship the Mayor of Hamilton – Julie Hardaker
Welcome speeches by Principal Mary Ann Baxter and Headmaster Susan Hassall
Colour-coded areas will make it easy to find your class-mates.  Find and enjoy old friends
Nibbles and first drink included in the price
Fashion parade of past HHS, HGHS and HBHS school uniforms
 

Saturday March 19
Free shuttle bus between HBHS and HGHS throughout the day

07.45am to 09.30am – HBHS Gym: "The University of Waikato - Celebration of Success Breakfast":  Ticketed event
Celebrating those who excelled in their respective scholastic and professional pursuits. We welcome all registrants to attend and celebrate 100 years of contribution of our Old Boys and Girls to society.

 10.00am onwards Photos by Decade. Everyone welcome…

Hamilton High School students (and staff) by decade - Venue HGHS Centennial Steps (TBC)                                  
                                      1911     -     1929               10.40am
                                      1930      -     1939              11.00am
                                      1940      -     1949              11.20am
                                      1950    -     1954                11.40am

 Hamilton Girls’ High School students (and Staff) by decade - Venue HGHS Atrium

                                      1955      -     1959              10.00am
                                     1960      -     1969              10.20am
                                     1970      -     1979              10.40am
                                     1980      -     1989              11.00pm
                                     1990      -     1999              11.20pm
                                     2000      -     2010              11.40pm

Hamilton Boys’ High School students (and staff) by decade - Venue HBHS School Hall

                          1954      -     1959              10.00am
                                             1960      -     1969              10.20am
                                             1970      -     1979              10.40am
                                             1980      -     1989              11.00am
                                             1990      -     1999              11.20am
                                             2000      -     2010              11.40am

Events at each school during the day:

HGHS Carnival Day: from 11.30am to 3.00pm. Everyone welcome…

Catch up with old friends while taking a walk down memory lane - Decade Rooms with displays and music, carnival entertainment in the quad (Hall if wet), participate in old games on the field (croquet, bowls, hoola hoops, competitions) food, fun and laughter. A relaxing atmosphere to enjoy friends all the time evoking those special memories.  Boarders free to walk around and visit Sonninghill Hostel too, during this time. 

HBHS - Sports Afternoon and World Premier Play: Everyone welcome…

HBHS Front Field:

12.30pm           Rugby Old Boys vs Old Boys
02.00pm           Rugby 1st XV vs Recent Old Boys
                        Football Old Boys vs Old Boys
                        Hockey Old Boys vs Old Boys

BEEF BBQ, BEER & WINE:
12.00pm - 4.00pm 

A sumptuous BBQ combining the finest eye-fillet steak (cooked to perfection), salads, cutting edge condiments and a selection of wines and beer.  $25 per ticket, cash bar…so bring some cash.

Timed to coincide with the sports festival, this is a great opportunity to re-connect with mates of past in an informal setting at the Hamilton Boys’ High Pavilion.

Only 50 tickets available - please book soon to confirm your spot.
Contact Garry Mallett: garry.mallett@veritate.co.nz – phone (021) 741-021

Pay on the day – proceeds to the High School's Centennial

 HBHS School Hall:

01.30pm           An historical play about a Hamilton High School teacher Horace Moore-Jones (1922) written by Old Boy and playwright Campbell Smith. This is a dramatisation of the life of Horace Moore-Jones, Hamilton High School’s first Art Teacher.

06.00pm Cocktail Party at HBHS Hall: Ticketed event

First-class cuisine and first-drink included in the price
The new HBHS multi-room gymnasium complex provides spaces for both quiet enjoyment and a concert for others
Enjoy the company of old friends

Sunday March 20

10am - Inter-denominational Church Service at HGHS Hall: Everyone welcome…

  

Tea and coffee will be available throughout Saturday

Music groups will also be performing throughout Saturday at both HBHS & HGHS

Plenty of Parking at all events – well signposted