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Young Voices, Timeless Verses: Urdu Poetry Recitation Competition at Prep School

The Prep School Inter-House Urdu Poetry Recitation Competition took place on 7 October 2026, bringing students together to celebrate their creativity and love for Urdu poetry.

Participants took the stage with enthusiasm, reciting their favourite verses with confidence and expression. The competition gave students a valuable platform to showcase their recitation skills, build self-assurance, and experience the rhythm and expressive power of Urdu poetry firsthand.

The event fostered a spirit of healthy competition among the Houses while nurturing a deeper appreciation for the beauty of the language and its rich literary heritage.

Results:

E2
Muhammad Tahir from Khalid House secured first place.
M. Hadi Noor from Khalid House secured second place.
Rayyan Rustam from Saigol House secured third place.
Khalid House emerged as the overall winner in E2.

M1
M. Hamza Farid from Salahuddin House won first place.
Salahuddin Umer Mela from Salahuddin House secured second place.
M. Ayan Jabbar from Qasim House secured third place.
Salahuddin House was declared the overall winner in M1.

M2
Musa Haye from Salahuddin House secured first place.
Shayan Ahmed from Tariq House secured second place.
Muhammad Ibrahim Nafees from Liaqat House secured third place.
Salahuddin House claimed the overall first-place position in M2.

Rivalry, Resilience and Resolve: Prep School Colts Visit Lawrence College

From 14^th to 17^th October 2026, the much-anticipated fixture between Aitchison College and Lawrence College, Murree, brought together two institutions with rich sporting traditions. Hard-fought contests across five sports – cricket, hockey, football, basketball and athletics promoted competition, camaraderie and sporting development.

Despite facing generally older and physically stronger opponents, the Aitchison Colts competed with courage, enthusiasm and determination, demonstrating resilience and commendable spirit of sportsmanship.

Cricket:
Batting first, after Lawrence College elected to field, the AC Colts scored 100 runs in 20 overs. Lawrence College chased down the target in the 17th over, losing three wickets to secure a seven-wicket victory.

Hockey - A Victory to Remember:
Our Colts delivered the fixture’s standout performance with a hard-fought 1–0 victory on Lawrence College’s home ground. In a significant milestone for Prep School hockey, the team secured a win at Lawrence College for the first time in 14 years, reflecting their discipline, determination and fighting spirit.

Football:
The Colts displayed attacking intent and created scoring opportunities but were unable to find the net. Lawrence College secured a 2–0 victory.

Basketball:
Despite all odds, the Colts demonstrated teamwork and resilience throughout an engaging contest. Lawrence College eventually won 59–42.

Athletics:
AC Colts finished the Athletics Meet as runners-up, losing by a margin of 22 points, with the final score standing at 72–50.

Opening Doors to Hong Kong University

Mr. Fazal Qadir Khan, the regional recruitment representative for The University of Hong Kong, held an information session on admissions and available scholarships at HKU. The session was held on October 28th, 2026, and proved quite helpful to students interested in applying to HKU.

Representatives of IE University, Spain, Visit Aitchison

Representatives from IE University, Spain, visited Aitchison College on 20^th October 2026 and introduced the university and its academic programmes to A2 students. IE University is a leading business school and university with campuses in Madrid and Segovia, Spain.

Alumni College Tour (1980 - 1995)

Aitchison College welcomed back Old Boys from the 1980 to 1995 batches for a chance to revisit familiar places and catch up with old friends.

Walking through the Old Building, their former Houses, classrooms and grounds, their conversations brimming with nostalgia, the Old Boys returned to their beloved Dean’s to enjoy the quintessential Aitchisonian hot dog.

For many, the visit brought back fond memories of their school days and a chance to reflect on how far they had come since leaving the College. They spoke warmly of their time at Aitchison College and the role it had played in shaping their lives and careers. It was a pleasure to have them back on the grounds, sharing stories and reconnecting with a place that remains close to them.

A Day of Speed and Strength at Prep School

The 2nd Aitchison U/14 Inter-School Athletics Championship brought together some of Lahore’s most promising young athletes at the ACOBA Ground on 6 October 2026. With nine teams, including seven visiting schools and two Aitchison College teams, and over 200 athletes competing across various track and field events, the championship was a vibrant celebration of athletic talent and sportsmanship.

Aitchison College emerged as the overall champion, securing first position on the medals table. The Prep School athletes further distinguished themselves by winning three of the four Best Athlete awards, highlighting their outstanding performances across the competition.

U/14 Category: Fahad Nabi, Aitchison College
U/13 Category: Aun Abbas, Aitchison College
Emerging Athlete Category: Muhammad Darim Ali Mehr, Aitchison College

Beyond the medals and individual accolades, the championship provided a valuable platform for young athletes to test their abilities, build confidence and experience the spirit of healthy competition. It also strengthened sporting ties among participating schools and celebrated the values of discipline, teamwork and perseverance.

The event was graced by the Headmaster and the Deputy Headmaster of Prep School, who distributed medals to the position holders. The successful conclusion of the championship reflected Aitchison College’s continued commitment to nurturing sporting talent and promoting athletics among young students.

Colts in Command

Aitchison College Prep School Colts took on Cadet College Choa Saiden Shah, Chakwal, in an exciting multi-sport fixture, adding yet another memorable chapter to Aitchison College’s rich sporting calendar. The three-day encounter featured five sports: basketball, cricket, football, hockey and athletics. It offered a valuable platform for competition, teamwork and sporting excellence.

On the cricket field, Ibrahim Hafeez starred with a blistering 33 off 29 balls, guiding Aitchison to a convincing five-wicket victory while chasing a target of 86 runs in 14 overs. Raza Lukhesar delivered an outstanding bowling performance, claiming five wickets and earning the Player of the Match award.

In hockey, Aitchison dominated proceedings with a commanding 6–0 victory. Muhammad Abdullah led the scoring with two goals, while Muhammad Ali, Ateeq ur Rehman, Syed Akbar Hussain and Subhan contributed one goal each, rounding off an impressive team performance.

Football witnessed an equally emphatic display of attacking prowess, as Aitchison secured a comprehensive 5–0 win. Nausher Ali Tariq was the standout performer, scoring a superb hat-trick, while Salar Salman and Muhammad Aun Abbas added a goal each to seal the victory.

On the athletics track, Aitchison Colts delivered an impressive performance, finishing ahead with 54 points to Cadet College’s 35. Aun Abbas emerged as a leading performer, capturing three gold medals and making a significant contribution to the team’s success.

The basketball team also displayed determination and skill, earning a well-deserved 54–34 victory and adding another success to Aitchison’s impressive results across the fixture.

The fixture proved to be a rewarding experience for the Prep School Colts, highlighting their talent, discipline, teamwork and competitive spirit across all five sports. With victories in every discipline, the young Aitchisonians upheld the College’s proud sporting traditions and added another chapter to its rich sporting legacy.

Numbers and Logic Compete at IH Maths

The Inter-House Mathematics Competition (IH Maths) is an annual academic competition at Aitchison College, Senior School. It challenges our students to apply their mathematical knowledge, logical reasoning, and problem-solving skills. Organised to foster healthy competition among all Houses, it is the best opportunity for our students to tackle challenging mathematical problems, demonstrate analytical thinking, and contribute to their House’s co-curricular achievements.

In the Junior Category, Jubilee House secured first place, followed by Tajuddin and Hali House in second place, while Sikander House achieved fourth position.

In the Senior Category, Robinson House claimed first place, Alamgir House secured second place, and Sikander and Goldstein Houses jointly achieved third place.

The competition continues to promote mathematical excellence, critical thinking, and a deeper appreciation of Mathematics beyond the classroom.

Spell It Out - in French

The Aitchison College French Society held its Open House French Spelling Bee Competition after school on Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The boys brought enthusiasm and energy to the event, participating with great excitement and showing keen interest in testing their French spelling skills. Unlike English spelling, the challenge was to spell each word aloud using the French alphabet, making it a real test of concentration, familiarity with French letter names, and quick thinking. The competition was judged by Ms. Meher Mansoor, the French Society's Staff Advisor.

After some closely contested rounds, Altan Jawad Gillani took first place in the Juniors category, followed by Mansoor Khan Leghari in second and Rayaan Faisal Ejaz in third. In the Seniors category, Onur Tanveer won, with Aayan Ahmed taking second and Malik Mohammad Khan third.

JUNIOR CATEGORY

Sr. #	Name	Class	Position
1.	Altan Jawad	C2J	1^st
2.	Mansoor Khan Leghari	C2H	2^nd
3.	Rayaan Faisal Ejaz	C1F	3^rd

SENIOR CATEGORY

Sr. #	Name	Class	Position
1.	Onur Tanveer	H2E	1^st
2.	Aayan Ahmed	H2A	2^nd
3.	Malik Mohammad Khan	H2G	3^rd

Charting Tomorrow: Aitchison's Global University Fair

On October 1^st, 2026, Aitchison College, in collaboration with IDP, hosted around forty-five universities from the UK, Ireland, Australia and Malaysia. This was an excellent opportunity for A1 and A2 students to speak directly with representatives of these universities and explore the options on offer. Students showed a lot of enthusiasm and engaged deeply in meaningful discussions with the attending representatives. We look forward to hosting many more such events to offer our students the best possible opportunities.

Symphony of Strings and Spirit: Senior School Inter-House Music Competition

The Aitchison College Music Society organised the Senior School Inter-House Music Competition for the academic year 2026–2. It provided a platform for our students to showcase their musical talents and artistic abilities. The competition brought together participants from seventeen Houses, featuring performances across three categories: Western Vocals, Eastern Vocals, and Instrumentals. The event highlighted the diversity of musical talent within the Senior School and encouraged students to express their creativity through music.

The participants delivered a wide range of performances, demonstrating vocal control, instrumental proficiency, and musical expression. The Western Vocals category provided an opportunity for students to showcase their abilities in Western music, while Eastern Vocals highlighted their appreciation of traditional musical forms. The Instrumentals category demonstrated the technical skills and musical understanding of the participants. Throughout the competition, students represented their respective Houses with enthusiasm, confidence, and dedication.

The event was judged by Muaaz Khurram and Mujtaba Farrukh, who evaluated the performances across the three categories.

Following the conclusion of the competition, Jinnah House emerged as the overall champion, securing first position. Hali House finished in second position, followed by Sikander House in third.

The individual positions in each category are as follows:

Instrumentals

Position	Student Name	House
1^st	Ismael Ahmad Sheikh	Jinnah
2^nd	Mustefa Faisal Sheikh	Balochistan
3^rd	Muhammad Haseeb Raza	Tajuddin

Western Vocals

Position	Student Name	House
1^st	Wasiq Shahzad	Balochistan
2^nd	Mohammed Salar Hassan	Jinnah
3^rd	Muhammad Waleed Butt	Sikander

Eastern Vocals

Position	Student Name	House
1^st	Muhammad Haadi Moeed	Sikander
2^nd	Nael Ahmad Sheikh	Jinnah
3^rd	Muhammad Dawood Kharal	Hali

Decoding Excellence at Aitchison

Open House Coding is an annual technology-driven event organised by the Computer Society at Aitchison College. It provides our students with a platform to showcase their programming abilities, creativity, and computational thinking through coding challenges and innovative problem-solving.

The competition encourages logical reasoning, critical thinking, and technological exploration, fostering students’ interest in programming and highlighting the practical applications of computer science.

The competition, which was held on Tuesday, 13 October 2026, recognized the outstanding performance of the following students:

1st Position: Zackaria Daud Ali Khan (H1 M)
2nd Position: Ahmed Raja (C1 D)
3rd Position: Ayan Zeeshan (C2 E)

The Computer Society congratulates all the winners on their exceptional achievements. The event reflects Aitchison College’s commitment to promoting technological excellence, nurturing computational skills, and inspiring the next generation of innovators.