Jock MacGregorwas born in Aberdeen, Scotland.
He emigrated to New Zealand with his parents and 5 brothers.
Jock did not have a Teacher's Certificate.
He began as a Pupil-teacher –
an older pupil who was paid a pittance for teaching younger children.
But Jock was an inspirational teacher.
One ex-pupil recalled,
"In Mr. MacGregor's class you worked ...
His vigour and personal style –
virtuosity, really –
kindled intellectual activity in an extraordinary way."
He met Alison Hughes while on holiday at Hanmer Springs.
They married in 1920
and had 4 children:
Davis b. 1921
Lara b. 1923
Lachlan b. 1925
Bonnie b. 1927.
He emigrated to New Zealand with his parents and 5 brothers.
Jock did not have a Teacher's Certificate.
He began as a Pupil-teacher –
an older pupil who was paid a pittance for teaching younger children.
But Jock was an inspirational teacher.
One ex-pupil recalled,
"In Mr. MacGregor's class you worked ...
His vigour and personal style –
virtuosity, really –
kindled intellectual activity in an extraordinary way."
He met Alison Hughes while on holiday at Hanmer Springs.
They married in 1920
and had 4 children:
Davis b. 1921
Lara b. 1923
Lachlan b. 1925
Bonnie b. 1927.
For reflection ...
Jock MacGregor was an inspirational teacher.
Who are the teachers who have inspired us?
Jock MacGregor was an inspirational teacher.
Who are the teachers who have inspired us?