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Let the games begin!
Great to finally take possession of our new Sports Hall today. Key Stage 3 students were the first in, playing football and basketball over the lunch break. The first PE lessons in our fantastic new facility will take place tomorrow.
Shimna Integrated College
Apr 231 min read
Shimna students ride the wave in YMCA programme
Last weekend, a group of Shimna students in Year 13 took part in a residential trip as part of Empower to Transform. This programme, organised by the YMCA in Newcastle, offers inclusive, group-based and outdoor learning opportunities for Shimna students. The group spent two nights at Carrowmena Old School House near Limavady, taking part in a range of activities, including catching some waves in a surfing session at Benone. The weekend helped to build confidence and a strong
Shimna Integrated College
Apr 231 min read
A Level Geographers undertake fieldwork in magnificent Murlough
Ms Anderson, Head of Geography, writes: “Our Year 13 Geography students had a productive and enjoyable fieldwork visit to Murlough Nature Reserve yesterday, investigating vegetation succession and soil variation along a transect. After returning to school, the students collated their data and carried out soil tests. The group worked exceptionally well, making the most of the beautiful weather.” Nice to see our students returning to our roots. Murlough House hosted the first 6
Shimna Integrated College
Apr 221 min read
Girls team lead the way in Gaelic matches over past week
Earlier today, our U14 Gaelic girls reached the Ulster semi-finals after a resounding victory over Edmund Rice College After a tight first half the teams were separated by a point at the break, with Edmund Rice College leading 1:3 to 1:2. The girls put in a fantastic turn around in the second half dominating the midfield and forward line with Issy tucking home 6 goals and a point for Shimna College. A stellar performance from Grace in defence kept the opposition forwards star
Shimna Integrated College
Apr 211 min read
Shimna Sports Podcast - Episode 3
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
Shimna Integrated College
Apr 171 min read
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