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Mrs McGlynn writes: “10C Geographers enjoyed a fantastic day at W5 on Friday, celebrating the culmination of their hard work as part of the Future Island project. This sustainability initiative, led by Ulster University, invited students to contribute creative ideas addressing global environmental challenges.” The project is showcased through a digital exhibition at W5 Belfast, highlighting innovative concepts from young people across Northern Ireland’s remote communities. Op

Our Netball Minors played St. Colmcille’s HS. Shima came out on top of a competitive match, winning 13 goals to 7. Star players were Zoe Astruc-Kidd, who playing as centre provided the shooters, Amy Baker, Jane Mc Nerlin, Connie O’ Neil and Keiley Grant with good goal scoring opportunities. Zoe was assisted by wing attack, Isabella Mayers, wing defence, Grace O’Hare and Mia McCord. The defence was led by Isabella Sloan and assisted by Lana McNerlin. The girls can look forward

Thank you to students, staff, parents and carers for joining in a powerful array of activities aimed at addressing bullying-type behaviours over the past month. These have included: - a student film Call to action; - a pledge to use your #PowerForGood; - a pets-in-odd-socks competition to celebrate difference & unconditional acceptance - well done to Ivy, Winnie, Teidi, Arwen, Snowy & Daisy! - “Thankful Thursday” promoting an attitude of gratitude - Parent pledge – with

Thanks to the Nature Network for organising a festive get together in the greenhouse on Friday. Nice to welcome a handful of All Children’s pupils too, who helped out with some pre-Christmas potting. There was plenty of hot chocolate and snacks to keep morale high.

Our production of James Barry’s ‘The Wizard of Oz’ is almost upon us. Tickets are priced at £5 each. You can book your seats through this link: Tickets for Wizard of Oz Performances take place on: Wednesday 17th December - 7:30pm start time Thursday 18th December - 7:30pm start time