News and Events - Aitchison College

Inspiring Excellence at Shirazi House

Shirazi House hosted its Formal Dinner on 15th October 2026, bringing together the boys of Shirazi House, College leadership, and a panel of distinguished guests for an engaging and memorable evening.

The Shirazi House staff and students were pleased to welcome the Principal Aitchison College, Dr S. M. Turab Hussain, the Headmistress of Senior School, Ms Amina Kamran; and the Deputy Headmaster of Senior School, Dr Muhammad Kamran. They were joined by the esteemed Guests of Honour: Mr Aamir Shirazi, Dr Osama Siddique, Mr Taimur Khan Mumtaz, Mr Hassan Noor Pagganwala, Mr Arif Piracha, and Mr Asghar Leghari.

Before dinner was served, the boys gathered informally in the Common Room and posed questions about career paths, academic growth, and overcoming challenges, drawing on the guests’ wealth of collective experience. Throughout the meal, the students enjoyed the unique opportunity to engage directly with these accomplished leaders, who candidly shared practical insights and personal anecdotes on leadership, resilience, and character.

The evening of learning concluded with the presentation of tokens of appreciation to the Guests of Honour in recognition of their valuable time and thoughtful guidance. Upholding the finest traditions of Shirazi House, the occasion strengthened the bonds between current students and the broader College Community.

Verses in Voice: Senior School Inter House Poetry Recitation

Aitchison College Senior School held its Inter House Poetry Recitation Competition on October 8, 2026. It is the event that successfully showcased a lively hub of literary talent among our participants. The competition successfully kindled a love for literature, with emphasis on voice modulation, clarity, pronunciation and diction. The event drew enthusiastic participation from all seventeen Senior School Houses in both the Senior and Junior Categories. The young reciters delivered a rich selection of classic and contemporary verses centred around dynamic themes such as the beauty of nature, courage, nostalgia, guilt and many more.

The oration displayed effective use of intonation and a charismatic style in conveying the interpretation of each verse.

In the Junior Category, the event was judged by a panel consisting of Madam Aaiza Ghouri, Madam Sadia Talib and Madam Wajeeha Qadeer.

The panel for the Senior Category consisted of Madam Aamina Farrukh, Madam Aamina Shahzad Akbar and Madam Anila Salman.

The winners of Inter House poetry Juniors Category are as follows:

Position	Participants	House
1^st	Daniyal Amir Khan	Jubilee House
2^nd	Syed Nadir Ali Shirazi	Robinson House
3^rd	Aahil Saleem Nasir	Hali House

The winners if Inter House poetry Seniors Category are as follows:

Position	Participants	House
1^st	Syed Hussain Haider	Godley House
2^nd	Hashim Amjad Naagra	Goldstein House
3^rd	Ayaan Sarfraz	Robinson House

Trophies, Titles and Triumphs at Aitchison General Assembly

Aitchison College held its General Assembly on Friday, 9 October 2026, at the College Amphitheatre, celebrating the outstanding achievements of students across the Junior, Prep and Senior Schools in co-curricular events and sports. The occasion brought together the College community to recognise excellence, dedication and the spirit of participation at national and international levels.

The assembly began with the recognition of achievements from the Junior and Prep Schools. The Junior School was acknowledged for its participation and success in the Inter-School Oratory Competition at Crescent Model High School, while Prep School students were commended for their accomplishments in the Pakistan Spelling Bee Competition, International Young Naturalists’ Tournament (IYNT) 2026, World Robot Olympiad (WRO) National Championship and World Scholar’s Cup.

The Senior School segment highlighted the accomplishments of six prominent College societies: Science, Computer, Entrepreneurial, Law, Dramatics and Model United Nations. Students were recognised for their achievements in competitions and events, reflecting their intellectual curiosity, creativity, leadership and ability to excel beyond the classroom. These distinctions demonstrated the strength and diversity of Aitchison’s co-curricular programme.

Sporting achievements were equally celebrated, with special recognition of the 4th Aitchison Inter-School Rugby Championship, the 1st Aitchison Triangular T-20 Cricket Series, sporting fixtures with Sadiq Public School, the 8th Aitchison Swimming Carnival and accomplishments in riding. Trophies and awards acknowledged the efforts of the College’s teams and individual performers. The announcement of Sports Captains and Vice-Captains further recognised the importance of leadership, discipline and sportsmanship.

The Principal, Dr S. M. Turab Hussain, presided over the assembly and presented awards and trophies to the students, while the respective school Heads also acknowledged their achievements and the guidance of the teachers, staff advisors and coaches who supported them.

The gathering reflected Aitchison College’s enduring commitment to holistic education, where academic learning is complemented by opportunities for personal growth, teamwork, innovation and leadership.

The assembly concluded with a shared sense of pride in the accomplishments of its students and their continued pursuit of excellence.

Senior School Houses Take Flight: Aeronautical Engineering and Gear Up, 2026

The Aitchison College Science Society successfully hosted the Inter-House Aeronautical Engineering and Gear Up Competitions on 30^th September 2026, bringing together participants from all seventeen Houses in a practical demonstration of engineering, innovation, and problem-solving.

Throughout the competitions, students designed and constructed functional paper airplane launchers and drawbridges, applying their understanding of aerodynamics, mechanics, structural design, and engineering principles. Representing their Houses with distinction, participants demonstrated creativity, precision, teamwork, and technical skill, while translating theoretical concepts into practical solutions.

The competitions provided a fitting platform for students to explore engineering through hands-on challenges while developing the technical knowledge and problem-solving abilities central to scientific inquiry and innovation.

The competitions reflected the Aitchison College Science Society's commitment to fostering scientific curiosity, encouraging practical experimentation, and providing students with opportunities to apply engineering principles beyond the classroom.

Competition Standings:

Position	Aeronautical Engineering	Gear Up
1st	K&N House	Goldstein House
2nd	Sikandar House	Tajjudin House
3rd	Sherazi House	Babar House

When Words Take the Stage: Senior School, Inter-House Dramatics

The Aitchison College English Dramatic Society held the Inter-House Drama Competition on 17 September 2026, showcasing the dramatic talents and creativity of its participants. The competition featured an outstanding selection of scripts, brought to life through expressive performances, individual flair and well-coordinated teamwork. The competing teams displayed their potential, performing with enthusiasm and vigour. Each act was carefully crafted, with clear articulation, effective intonation and a nuanced understanding of mood, bringing the chosen scripts to life with precision.

The event was judged by a panel comprising Madam Moniza, Madam Anila Salman and Madam Aamina Shahzad Akbar, Staff Advisors to the Dramatic Society. After a meticulous and comprehensive deliberation, Tajuddin House emerged victorious.

The top three teams in the Inter-House Drama Competition, along with the names of their participants, are as follows:

Championship Standings

Position	House	Participants
1^st	Tajuddin House	Ibrahim Usman Ajmal
		Ahmad Masood
		Qasim Abbas Shamsi
2^nd	Goldstein House	Abdullah Sukhera
		Wasi Mubashir Kazmi
		Wali Shahzad Akbar
3^rd	Hali House	Tawassal Khan
		Shahwali

Where Language Comes Alive: Prep School English Language and Literature Festival

Aitchison College, Preparatory School, hosted the 6^thAnnual Inter-School English Language and Literature Festival on Saturday, 3 October 2026, bringing together thirty-two of the best schools from across Punjab. All of them came to celebrate language, literature, creativity, and intellectual engagement. The festival featured six competitions:

Poetry Writing and Recitation
Persuasive Writing
Scrabble
Interpretive Reading
Parliamentary Debating
Prep Talks

Participants showcased their literary appreciation, command of vocabulary, persuasive abilities, critical thinking, and confidence through a vibrant day of healthy competition and collaboration. The event culminated in the presentation of the Team Trophy to Lahore Grammar School, Muslim Town, Girls, in recognition of the school’s outstanding performance.

The festival reaffirmed Aitchison College, Preparatory School’s commitment to fostering a love of English language and literature, while providing a platform for young learners to express themselves, exchange ideas, and celebrate the power of words.

INTER-HOUSE ENTREPRENEURIAL

The Aitchison College Entrepreneurial Society conducted the Inter-House Entrepreneurial Competition on Tuesday, the 6^th of October, 2026. Each house was tasked with developing a completely original business concept, and then conveying it through a clear, persuasive presentation. The judging panel consisted of Ms. Sara Ahmer, the Head of Co-Curriculars, Senior School, and Ms. Tosheeba Sarwar, Staff Advisor of the Entrepreneurial Society.

After fierce competition and tense deliberation, Sarmad Nazir Ahmad of H1 and Hamza Talat of C2, from Jinnah House, were declared the winners of the competition, followed closely by Ahmed Ikram of H1, and Taimoor Nadir of C2, from Alamgir House, in 2nd place. Mikail Liaqat of H1, and Haisum Khan of C2, both from Balochistan House, stood in 3rd place

Sr. #	House	Name	Class	Position
1.	Jinnah	Sarmad Nazir Ahmad	H1	1st
		Hamza Talat	C2
2.	Alamgir	Ahmed Ikram	H1	2nd
		Taimoor Nadir Chattha	C2
3.	Balochistan	Mikail Omer Liaqat	H1	3rd
		Haisum Khan	C2

Aitchisonians Conquer the Waves

Aitchison College delivered an outstanding performance at the 8^th Aitchison Swimming Carnival on 2^nd October 2026 at Aitchison College. Twenty-two best schools from across Punjab participated in the prestigious event.

The carnival celebrated sporting excellence, determination and the competitive spirit of young swimmers. The event was graced by the presence of Mansoor Ali Khan, an Old Aitchisonian, as Guest of Honour.

Aitchison College swimmers achieved remarkable success, securing five Best Swimmer titles across different age categories and setting a total of ten new records.

Best Swimmers and Record-Breakers:

Abdul Raheem Awais (Under-8): Best Swimmer, setting two new records.
Zain Ali Razaque (Under-10): Best Swimmer in his age category.
Zayan Ali Khan (Under-12): Best Swimmer, setting a new record.
Muhammad Dayyan Kashif (Under-16): Best Swimmer, setting three new records.
Mohid Sadiq Lone (Over-16): Best Swimmer, setting four new records.

Alongside these individual triumphs, the Aitchison College swimming team won numerous medals and secured overall first position, earning the Championship Trophy.

This achievement reflects the commitment, discipline and hard work of our swimmers and coaches, and highlights Aitchison College’s continued pursuit of sporting excellence.

The College congratulates all the swimmers and coaches on this remarkable accomplishment and extends its appreciation to everyone who contributed to the success of the carnival.

A proud achievement for Aitchison College: excellence in and out of the pool.

Mastery Series: Reading as a Cross-Curricular Skill

The Teaching & Learning Centre (TLC) conducted a Mastery Series workshop for English teachers across the Junior, Prep and Senior Schools, focusing on Reading as a Cross-Curricular Skill.

Led by Tina Hameed, the three-hour professional learning session explored reading as a process, the four reading sub-skills, active reading strategies, and approaches to assessing reading through the use of a miscue rubric.

The workshop emphasised the importance of developing effective reading skills that support learning across subject areas, equipping teachers with practical approaches to strengthen students’ reading comprehension and engagement with texts.

Through the Mastery Series, TLC continues to support teachers in deepening their professional practice and creating meaningful learning experiences for students.

Discipline Meets Distinction: A Special House Assembly at Prep School

A Special School House Assembly was held on Thursday, 1st October, 2026, under the guidance of the House Masters, House Mistresses, and senior faculty members. Students were thoroughly counselled about the upcoming events and activities planned for the Term. They were encouraged to participate with enthusiasm and a sense of responsibility. Special emphasis was laid on strict adherence to the Aitchison Rules, including discipline, punctuality, and appropriate code of conduct. The House Masters and House Mistresses reminded students that upholding Aitchison's values is the foundation of a respectful and successful School Community. The assembly concluded with a pledge from the students to follow the rules and represent their Houses with pride and dignity.

The Art of Knowing: Brain of Aitchison

The Aitchison College Quiz Society successfully conducted its annual college-level quiz competition, Brain of Aitchison, on Tuesday, 22 September 2026. It is a longstanding fixture in the College’s academic calendar. The competition brought together some of Aitchison’s most intellectually accomplished students for a rigorous test of knowledge, reasoning, and quick thinking.

The competition was divided into two categories: Junior and Senior, with approximately 150 participants competing across both categories. Around 100 boys participated in the Senior category, while around 50 competed in the Junior category.

Participants were challenged across a diverse range of fields, including General Knowledge, Pop Culture, Combined Sciences, History, Aitchison College, and Short Puzzles. The demanding rounds tested not only the breadth of their knowledge but also their ability to think critically, make connections, and respond accurately under pressure.

The following students emerged as the top performers:

Senior Category

Position	Name
Joint 1^st Place	Sayyed Muhammad Haider Ali
Joint 1^st Place	Jalal Haider Cheema
2^nd Place	Eqaan Ali Syed

Junior Category

Position	Name
1^st Place	Hadeed Omer Rashid
2^nd Place	Ahmad Zulfiqar
3^rd Place	Zaki Ul Hasnain Ul Awan

A Chorus of Cultures: Trilingua at Aitchison College

On Saturday, 26 September 2026, Aitchison College celebrated the European Day of Languages with Trilingua, a vibrant celebration of languages, cultures, and expressions. Organised by the German Society, the French Society, and the Literary Society, the event brought together students and teachers through literature, music, and personal stories from across Europe and beyond.

The highlight of the afternoon was an engaging talk by Miss Nevenka Chadarova, a textile engineer based in Cologne, Germany. She shared her remarkable journey from a textile engineer in Germany to a speaker of five languages, offering an inspiring perspective on how curiosity, perseverance, and language can open doors to new experiences and opportunities.

The program continued with a diverse showcase of linguistic and musical talent. Aahil Nasir presented French poetry, followed by Wasiq Shehzad’s rendition of Frank Sinatra’s “My Way.” From the German Society, Ismaeel Sheikh, Zaviyar Haider, and Mustefa Faisal performed “Tage wie diese” by Die Toten Hosen, bringing the audience together through music.

Trilingua celebrated the connections that language creates among people, cultures, and ideas. It was a fitting tribute to the spirit of the European Day of Languages and a memorable afternoon for the Aitchison community.