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Find out more about the sporting achievements of one of our staff members Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/73Jx7nhfEU36DyxjgTctzl?si=Eq61THULT9OfLcin2guJWw Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-3-joanne-mills/id1861795768?i=1000758228420

Many thanks to Cathy Strain from Bank of Ireland for delivering a Student Financial Wellbeing session yesterday. In a highly informative session, Year 13 students received practical advice on how to build confidence and understanding around managing finances as they prepare for life after school.

Thank you to Elayne from Relate NI for delivering sessions to our Year 10 students today on the topic of consent as a cornerstone of safe, respectful relationships in school, online and beyond. She encouraged students to question assumptions, think deeply and explore the topic with clarity and confidence creating space for honest conversations and real learning.

Dear Parents & Carers, This term has gone by quickly, and we’re so grateful for the continued support of our families. As ever at Shimna, it’s always satisfying to look back and reflect on how much good work has been done - and the great things that have happened. It has included the Year 12 mocks; interviews with Years 10, 12, 13 and 14; and the commencement of the options process, including the Subject Fair. Other highlights have included: a programme of activities related

Ms Murphy, Head of Home Economics, writes: “Home Economics students enjoyed a series of informative cookery demonstrations led by Patricia McClean from the Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC). These sessions played an important role in supporting students’ learning, helping them understand where food comes from and the processes that ensure quality, safety and sustainability across the meat industry.” “Patricia prepared a range of dishes using high‑quality, locally sourced in