Shimna News

Day 2 of our Looking Ahead Programme gave Year 11 and Year 13 students valuable insights into a wide range of career and education pathways. Students participated in sessions on apprenticeships, student empowerment, CV and interview skills, UCAS applications, career talks and work experience. They heard from professionals across a variety of sectors: • Lucy Marshall - WorkPlus Apprenticeships• Joanne Denton - Student Empowerment• Cathy Strain - Bank of Ireland • Julie McLa

The first day of the Looking Ahead Programme proved to be a great success. Our students had the opportunity to hear about a range of professions and careers, gaining valuable insights into different pathways. Thank you to all of our guest speakers who gave their time and expertise so generously: Tracy May – MJM Marine Alistair Donald – Army Martin McMullan – Life Outdoor Adventure Mary Kate McKevitt – New Driver NI Cathy Strain – Bank of Ireland Regan McFarland – NI Footbal

Shimna athletes continued the run of success this season with more notable performances over the weekend at the Ulster Club Championships. Jamie won the U17 steeplechase and Aoife the racewalk while Kari came second in the 300 m, Ronan and Danielle placed third in the U16 boys hammer throw and girls discus respectively. Congratulations to all concerned.

Next Friday, a group of our students will be working our treadmills in the Fitness Suite throughout the day. They will be raising vital funds for a very worthy cause, the Newcastle Lifeboat Service. Every donation helps support RNLI volunteers who work tirelessly to save lives at sea. If you would like to donate, click here and give what you can to make every step count. Thank you in anticipation of your support.