St John's College Matric results

St John’s College top Matric candidates, one of the top pupils is our Head of School, Schalk Burger, who initiated the “Clothing4Children” campaign which has mobilized clothing for under-privileged children valued at over R280million. Visit: www.clothing4children.org for more information.

Schalk was also one of two pupils selected to represent South Africa at the 62nd Intel International Science & Engineering Fair which took place in Los Angeles, California in May this year – a huge achievement!

Staff members at St Johns are confident that a number of the boys mentioned will achieve full house distinctions in 8 to 10 subjects, based on their Prelim percentages. These pupils all achieved 75% and over in the Prelim exams.

Alistair Bashall (18) Forest Town
Plans for 2011: Medicine at Wits should I be accepted
Matric subjects written: English 1st lang, Afrikaans 2nd lang, Maths, Science, Life Sciences, Art, Applied Maths, Life Orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Hockey 3rd, Writing Club, animation club, Art (honours) film club, Decimus Society
Quote: SJC taught me that showing leadership just isn’t the same as ticking all the boxes.
Hobbies: Art, Reading, Piano, Fly-fishing

Matthew Berry (18) Dunkeld West
Plans for 2011: Bachelor of Science Business Degree at UCT
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Art, Geopgraphy, Applied Maths Life Orientation
Sport and cultural: Rugby 2nd, Scuba Club
Quote: A unique fulfilling education
Hobbies: Golf, Mixed Martial Arts, Gym, Poetry.

Richard Berry (18) Oaklands
Plans for 2011: Aeronautical Engineering at either Wits or TUKS
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Life Sciences, Music, Life Orientation, Applied English, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Cricket 3rd ,Hockey 2nd Choir, String ensemble, Scuba Diving, Photography, Aviation Club.
Quote: St John’s challenged me to break through my limits and achieve my goals
Hobbies: Radio flying, Hockey, Violin, Scuba Diving

Sckalk Burger (18) Northcliff
Plans for 2011: BACC LLB at Stellenbosch
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Geography, History, Life Orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Rugby 1st, cricket 2nd, Althletics, Public Speaking (colours), Clothing for Children Drive
Quote: St John’s has taught me a great deal about life. I am very thankful for the wonderful education I received here
Hobbies: Viola

James Clacherty (18) Auckland Park
Plans for 2011: Travelling Africa – Working on community projects and also as a Dive Master
Matric subjects written: English 1st lang, Afrikaans 2nd lang, Maths, Science, Art, Geography, Applied English, Life Orientation.
Sport and cultural: Hockey 3rd, Writing Club, Decimus Society, Rock Climbing, Cycling Club
Quote: St John’s has given me the space and guidance to allow me to develop into who I am
Hobbies: Photography, Art, Mountain Biking, Scuba Diving

Michael Cloete (18) Edenvale
Plans for 2011: Either BSc or MBChB at UCT
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Music, Geopgraphy, Applied Maths Life Orientation, Life Sciences, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Senior Choir and Schola Cantorum, East Rand Youth Orchestra, Schoolplay, Swimming A team, Windband, Saxophone Ensemble
Quote: Not only have I gained academic excellence from St John’s College, but I have learnt to embody Light, Life and love in all that I partake in.
Hobbies: Writing plays, Music and Hiking

James Coates (18) Orchards
Plans for 2011: Gap Year – Deck hand on a Yatch
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, French, Art, Life Orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Rugby 3rd, Rowing 1st, Art
Quote: “St John’s has made me better than you, just kidding”
Hobbies: Art, Music and Rowing

Rowan Dalton (17) Midrand
Plans for 2011: Chemical engineering at UTC
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Life Sciences, Geography, Applied Maths, Life orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Tennis first team (capt), Hockey 2nd, Bridge Club
Quote: An extremely well-rounded education.
Hobbies: Fly-Fishing, Badminton, Table- Tennis and Mixed Martial Arts,

Francois Du Plessis (18) Craighall
Plans for 2011: Medicine at Stellenbosch or Wits
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Life Sciences, Music, Life Orientation
Sport and cultural: Swimming A, Water polo 2nd ,Choir, Orchestra, Worship band (leader), Quintet, Schola Cantorum
S Quote: t John’s has been a journey of self-recognition and personal growth within a place I can call.
Hobbies: Violin, Guitar, Reading and Composing

Dylan Feldner-Busztin (18) Westcliff
Plans for 2011: Bachelor of Business Science at UCT
Matric subjects written: English 1st lang, Afrikaans 2nd lang, Maths, Life Science, Applied Maths, Life Orientation, German, Maths paper 3
Sport and cultural: Athletics (capt), Swimming (capt), Biathlon – Provincial
Quote: To soar to great heights, an eagle must fly against the wind.
Hobbies: Running, Reading

Reece Garratt (18) Oaklands
Plans for 2011: Engineering at wits or TUKS
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Geography, Art, Life Orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Basketball 2nd, Rugby 6th, Art
Quote: Going to St John’s was an amazing experience
Hobbies: Art, Guitar

Thomas Geffen (18) Houghton
Plans for 2011: Psychology and Music through a BA(PVA) at Wits
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Dramatic Arts, Music, Life Orientation
Sport and cultural: Basketball 4th ,Hockey 4th , Choir, Worship Band (leader), String Orchestra, School Production, Inter-house music and drama
Quote: A Unique place of spiritual, intellectual and emotional growth –empowered for life.
Hobbies: Music, Acting/Directing/Script Writing, Poetry Writing, Composing

Scott Hunt (17) Zimbabwe
Plans for 2011: Bcom PPE either wits or UCT
Matric subjects written: English 1st lang, Science, History, Applied Maths, Maths, French, Geography, Life Orientation.
Sport and cultural: Hockey 4th, Debating, Basketball, Film Club, Decimus
Quote: St John’s has allowed me to grow into who I am today
Hobbies: Running, Scuba Diving, Water Skiing, Rock Climbing

Sahil Jamnadas (18) Houghton
Plans for 2011: Medicine at wits or UCT
Matric subjects written: English 1st lang, Afrikaans 2nd lang, Maths, Science, Life Sciences, Information Technology, Applied Maths, Life Orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Cricket 2nd, Squash 2nd, Current and internal affairs
Quote: St John’s has shaped me into the Man I am today
Hobbies: Soccer

Christian Kocher (18) Fourways
Plans for 2011: Like to study Engineering at Stellenbosch
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Information Technology, German, Life Orientation
Sport and cultural: Cricket 4th, Hockey 4th, Scuba Club, Guitar, Rugby 5th, Drama
Quote: Coming to St John’s have been the best decision I have made.
Hobbies: Guitar, Scuba Diving, Sport

Kolabhai Reshard (18) Winchester Hills
Plans for 2011: Music at Stellenbosh (organ) or 6th form at SJC
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Applied English, Information Technology, Music, Life Orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Basketball 3rd, Hockey 4th, Choir (Head), Senior Jazz Band, Schola Cantorum
Quote: St John’s has really helped me archive to my fullest potential, and has left an imprint on my life.
Hobbies: Writing Composing, Piano, Organ

Ebrahim Laher (18) Bertrams
Plans for 2011: Happy to do a Civil Engineering degree at Wits
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Geography, History, Life Orientation
Sport and cultural: Hockey 2nd, Cricket 3rd, Soccer 2nd, Debating
Quote: My experience at St John’s College has been about learning to work hard and trying to excel in everything I do
Hobbies: Technology – Gadgets, Reading, Luxury Cars

Jacques Le Roux (18) Illovo
Plans for 2011: Gap Year working in America as a Camp Councilor
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Life Sciences, History, Maths Paper 3, Life Orientation
Sport and cultural: Cricket 5th, Rugby 5th, Cycling Club, Rock Climbing
Quote: St John’s has equipped me with the tools necessary to take the world on.
Hobbies: Cycling, Guitar, Hiking/Camping, Travelling

Michael Lucas (18) Bedfordview
Plans for 2011: Either Mechanical Engineering or Health Sciences at Wits
Matric subjects written: English 1st lang, Afrikaans 2nd lang, maths, Life Science, Geography, Science, Applied Maths, Life Orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Hockey 4th /5th, Basketball 3rd, Writing Club, Dangerous History club
Quote: My 13 years at St John’s has shaped and molded me into a man well trained in body mind and character with Lux, Vita, Caritas engraved upon my heart.
Hobbies: Reading, Mountain Biking, Rock Climbing.

Michael Macklin (18) Linksfield
Plans for 2011: Study politics and economics, pursue debating
Matric subjects written: English 1st lang, Afrikaans 2nd lang, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Geography, History, Applied English, Life Orientation.
Sport and cultural: Rugby 5th, Basketball 3rd, Debating (SA) , Decimus Society, public speaking, Drama
Quote: St John’s has been… Send your son here!
Hobbies: Scuba Diving, Watching Sport, Gym, Ultimate Frisbee

Talha Masood (18) Bedfordview
Plans for 2011: BEcomSci majoring in Actuarial Science
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Information Technology, Geography, Life Orientation
Sport and cultural: Cricket 5th, Squash 3rd, Current Affairs
Quote: For 13 years, St John’s College has been my home away from home.
Hobbies: Reading, Squash, Technology, Cars and Planes

Ian McBride(18) Bedfordview
Plans for 2011: Architecture at Wits
Matric subjects written: English 1st lang, Afrikaans 2nd lang, Maths, Visual arts, Italian, Science, Life Sciences, Applied Maths, Life Orientation.
Sport and cultural: 2nd 8 Rowing, Society
Quote: I have the greatest memories of St John’s College
Hobbies: Piano, Art

Michael Pfeffer (18) Northcliff
Plans for 2011: Electrical Engineering at Stellenbosch
Matric subjects written: English 1st lang, Afrikaans 2nd lang, Maths, Physical Science, Information Technology , Applied Maths, Life Orientation, German
Sport and cultural: Rugby – 2nd, Water-Polo 1st, Judo -SA
Quote: St John’s has kept me thirsty for success
Hobbies: Scuba Diving

Johan Prinsloo (18) Victory Park
Plans for 2011: Attending a university away from JHB
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Information Technology, life Sciences, Life Orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Chess 1st, Hockey 4th, Basketball 3rd
Quote: I honestly wish there was a way to summarize the experience I gained through the challenges I faced at St John’s
Hobbies: Computer Games, Guitar, Live music concerts

Suwan (Asiri) Rathugamage (18) Houghton Estate
Plans for 2011: Wants to Study Mechanical Engineering at Wits or overseas
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Information Technology, Music, Life Orientation
Sport and cultural: Cricket 3rd Capt. Debating, wind band, Hockey 3rd, Senior Jazz band, Sax ensemble, Schola Cantorum
Quote: Well-rounded education which has positioned me brilliantly to face the challenges that lay ahead
Hobbies: Technology, Music, Formula 1, Cricket, Cars, Plants

Gregory Rowan (18) Bedfordview
Plans for 2011: Bachelor of Science Business Degree at UCT
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Life Science, Geopgraphy, Applied Maths Life Orientation
Sport and cultural: Rugby 4th, Cricket 3rd, Scuba Club, Who’s Line is it Club
Quote: St John’s has allowed me to reach my full potential
Hobbies: Scuba Diving, Fly Fishing, Rugby, Table Tennis

Pieter Swart (18) Greenside
Plans for 2011: Bachelor of Accountancy at Wits
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, History, Applied Maths, Music, Life Orientation.
Sport and cultural: Cricket, Rugby, Jazz Band, Wind Band, Choir, Poetry Slam, Schola Cantorum
Quote: St John’s has, through its support and compassion, imparted hugely on my life and my being as whole.
Hobbies: Squash, Piano, Reading

Steven Theunissen (18) Northcliff Ext 15
Plans for 2011: Would like to do a Bachelor of Business Science at UCT
Matric subjects written: English 1st lang, Afrikaans 2nd lang, Maths, Geography, History, Science, Applied Maths, Life Orientation.
Sport and cultural: Golf 1st
Quote: A fantastic all round school that caters for everyone.
Hobbies: Golf, Mixed Martial Arts, Gym, Running

Markus Trengove (17) Parkview
Plans for 2011: BA in Maths and Philosophy at UCT and or Madame Willards Finishing school for young woman
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Geography, History, Applied Maths, Life Orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Social Rugby, Public Speaking
Quote: St John’s has been the bees knees!
Hobbies: Synchronized Swimming

Lloyd Van der Griendt (17) Forest Town
Plans for 2011: Bcomm Economics and Law at UCT
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Geography, History, Life Orientation, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Waterpolo 1st, Jazz band, Windband, Sax ensemble
Quote: St John’s has been everything I need for the future
Hobbies: Body Building, Squash and Sculpting my abs

George Varughese (18) Meyersdal
Plans for 2011: BEcomSci majoring in Actuarial Science at Wits
Matric subjects written: English 1st , Afrikaans 2nd, Maths, Science, Applied Maths, Life Sciences, Geography, Life Orientation
Sport and cultural: Basketball 1st, Chess 1st capt, Rugby 4th, Rock Climbing
Quote: St John’s has been a great experience as it has prepared and built me up for the future
Hobbies: Guitar, Basketball, Gadgets, Soccer, Reading

Jarryd Wood (18) Bedfordview
Plans for 2011: Unknown – Gap year or degree at wits
Matric subjects written: English 1st, IsiZulu, Spanish, Maths, Life Orientation, Science, History, Applied Maths, Applied English, Maths Paper 3
Sport and cultural: Hockey 4th, Basketball 3rd, Cell Group, Film making
Quote: I have found St Johns a school which not only unlocks potential, but that does so in a most extraordinary and nurturing way.
Hobbies: Reading, Writing, Film Making

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