Our History
Exploring the rich heritage and milestones of James Hargest College
School Production "The Sound of Music"
School Production - "The Sound of Music".
Kaupapa Maori & Arts Integration
Te Reo Maori instruction was formally established in 1990. In 1996, the Whanau Support Group was established, leading to first-place honours in regional Kapa Haka competitions, the installation of custom Tukutuku panels, carvings (whakairo), and artwork across the campus.
School Production "H.M.S. Pinafore"
School Production - "H.M.S. Pinafore".
School Production "My Fair Lady"
School Production - "My Fair Lady".
Phil Smith in the Workroom
Phil Smith pictured working in the staff workroom at Hargest.
School Production "Oklahoma!"
School Production - "Oklahoma!".
Paul O'Connor Era
Paul W. J. O'Connor assumed the role of Principal in 1993.
School Production "Half a Sixpence"
School Production - "Half a Sixpence".
Major Rebuilding Projects
The campus underwent major modernization during the 1990s, including the completion of the Hargest Centre complex in 1994, remodeling of E and F Blocks, a new front entrance, and dedicated music and horticulture facilities.
Official Opening of the Hargest Centre
The Hargest Centre complex was officially opened at the Senior Campus by former dual-code All Black and Black Cap Brian McKechnie.
School Production "The Pajama Game"
School Production - "The Pajama Game".
School Production "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat"
School Production - "Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat".
School Production "Bye Bye Birdie"
School Production - "Bye Bye Birdie".
School Production "The Gondoliers"
School Production - "The Gondoliers".
40th Anniversary Reunion
Four decades of Hargest history celebrated as modern facility redevelopments take shape.
School Production "The Sound of Music"
School Production - "The Sound of Music".
School Chamber Music Finalists
A photo of Blair S., Sarah G., Adeline L., and music teacher Marjorie Wellington.
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