On Monday, Shimna runners gained some valuable experience ahead of the Down Schools’ Cross-Country Championships in January. Competing against St. Malachy’s HS and Lismore Comprehensive, stand-out performances from the Shimna team included Ellie Moore winning the Year 8 girls’ race, with Abby Scannell 8 th , Eirin Irvine Brook 9 th  and Molly O’ Connor 10 th In the Year 8 boys’ race, Darragh Scannell finishing 9 th In the Year 9 girls’ race, Talia Lennon and Sophia Campbell c

The festive spirit was alive and well at Shimna yesterday as students and staff rocked their best Christmas jumpers to celebrate the season! Thank you to everyone who made a contribution to our collection for Mourne Stimulus. We also welcomed officers from the PSNI, who delivered important advice on online safety to students in Years 8–11 - a timely reminder to stay smart and secure while enjoying the holidays.

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