Attention: You are using an outdated browser, device or you do not have the latest version of JavaScript downloaded and so this website may not work as expected. Please download the latest software or switch device to avoid further issues.

News and Photos > SMC Connect News > St Margaret’s College joins Christ’s College in 175th anniversary celebrations

St Margaret’s College joins Christ’s College in 175th anniversary celebrations

Executive Principal Diana Patchett and Head and Deputy Head Prefects Sina Avia and Zoë Rea joined Christ's College in celebration of their 175th anniversary.
St Margaret's College joined Christ’s College in celebration of their 175th anniversary.
St Margaret's College joined Christ’s College in celebration of their 175th anniversary.

St Margaret's College joined brother school Christ’s College’s Chapel service in celebration of their 175th anniversary. 

Speaking at the Chapel, St Margaret’s Executive Principal Diana Patchett emphasized our long relationship, symbolising our “deep connections — both schools founded by the early settlers whose vision shaped Ōtautahi Christchurch, grounded in faith, education, and a passion for cultural flourishing.” 

St Margaret's gifted Christ’s College a symbolic piece of art by Hikurangi Edwards, “Te Awhiorangi, ” which translates to “The embrace of the heavens.” The piece is a carving from layers of paint, and carries a powerful narrative.

Head Prefect Sina Avia explained how the piece symbolises the strength of unity, speaking of “discovery, perseverance, and the strength to navigate new horizons, values which unite our two schools.”

Deputy Head Prefect Zoë Rea spoke about how artist Hikurangi Edwards demonstrated “patience, care and exploration” in the creation of his work, and of the bonds of our shared traditions and a collective responsibility to shape future generations.

We congratulate Christ’s College on its 175th anniversary.

 

Similar stories

The Spring 2025 edition of Evergreen is available now. More...

We are delighted to celebrate Charlotte Pawson (O’Keefe, Year 9 1999) as the 2025 recipient of the St Margaret’s College… More...

St Margaret’s College alumna Julia Chamberlain (Year 9 2010) has carved her name into New Zealand trail running history. More...

The 2025 Educating Girls Globally Committee is continuing its proud mission of advocating for girls’ education and raisi… More...

Find us

12 Winchester Street 
Merivale
Christchurch 8014

PO Box 25094
Christchurch 8140

Privacy Policy