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Term 2 Students of the Term
The Students of the Term for Term 2 were announced at assembly this week.
The Last Word
Kia ora, I’m Oban, and I am honoured to be one of your Arts Prefects this year.
Year 13 Chemistry at the University of Otago
Our Year 13 Chemistry students have spent two days in the University of Otago Chemistry laboratories completing the practical component of their 3.1 Independent Investigation.
Students Step Into Business with Kinetic
Are you tired of your shoes smelling bad or feeling damp after a long day?
The Last Word
I’m Harry Townsend, one of your 2026 Sport Prefects, and today I want to talk to you about the pressure that comes with perfectionism.
The Last Word
Today I want to talk about something that every single person in this room wants and that is important to life: happiness.
The Last Word
If you think of the thing you're most proud of, how much of it was really because of you?
Young Enterprise Scheme Polson Higgs Pitch Day 2026
On Wednesday, 27 May, the Year 13 Business Studies students pitched their Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) business ideas to a panel of judges at the Polson Higgs YES Pitch Day in Dunedin.
Are you tired of your valuables being ruined by sand or having to bring a bag to the beach?
Sunline is an Otago Boys' High School student-led business, created through YES (Young Enterprise Scheme).
The Last Word
If I could sum up my Otago Boys' experience in one word, I would use the word "opportunity" - and that's what I'm going to talk to you about today.
A Night to Remember: The 2026 Year 13 School Ball
After the sudden and unexpected closure of our original venue just two weeks out from our Formal, a massive amount of hard work happened behind the scenes to rescue the night and bring our 2026 event to life.
The Last Word
Morning boys, my name is Ega Mackenzie, one of your Service Prefects this year.
Silverpeaks Tramp Builds Resilience and Leadership Skills
Our Year 13 Outdoor Education students recently completed a challenging and rewarding tramp in the Silverpeaks. We were fortunate to strike a good window in the weather, with mild and generally fine conditions throughout the trip.
The Last Word
Hello boys, I’m Sam Holborow and I am one of your Arts Prefects for 2026.
Victoria University Info Session
Our University Liaison Officer from Victoria University will be hosting an information session for Year 13 students interested in studying at Victoria.
The Last Word
Morning boys. For those who don’t know me, I'm Ben Glover, a Prefect here at Otago Boys’ High School for 2026.
2026 Tertiary Open Days
The Otago Open Days are taking place on Sunday, 3rd May, and Monday, 4th May.
The Last Word
What defines you?
The Last Word
My name is Ben Couling, and I have the privilege of being one of your 2026 Academic Prefects.
Business Studies Students Attend YES Spark Tank Event
On Wednesday 18th, Mr Gwyn Pratley and Miss Annika Marriner accompanied 68 Year 13 Business Studies students (across three classes) to the Dunedin Centre to take part in the Young Enterprise Scheme (YES) Spark Tank event.

