Shimna News

Episode 4 of Mr Magee’s fascinating podcast is now live. Click on the link to hear two more stories of outstanding perseverance and sporting success Spotify Apple Podcasts

With the weather conditions being not so kind as yesterday, the Shimna Tennis Open was played in-house today, using the Sports Hall and on our new outdoor tennis court. It was a very enjoyable morning, which included girls singles, boys singles, girls and boys doubles and mixed doubles. The play was very competitive and students also had the opportunity to umpire games. Girls Singles Champion - Sophie Mayers Finalist - Sienna Maguire Boys Singles Champion - Jonah Williamson

Shimna secured their place in the Ulster GAA Corn Cuchulainn Cup final on Wednesday following a dramatic and high-scoring encounter, overcoming St. Patrick’s, Lisburn by 6-13 to 7-04. From the throw-in, Shimna signalled their intent with a bright and energetic start. Early scores from Dara McGrath, Gerald Smyth, Fionn Brown, and Jamie Magee helped settle the team into the game and Shimna’s sharp attacking play and composure on the ball ensured they gained early control. Despi

Forecasts of rain proved to be greatly exaggerated as we managed a whole day of sporting activity in balmy conditions. The morning was given over to track and field, with events across four year groups, followed by an afternoon of netball and football tournaments. It was great to see so many students getting involved across the day, with a number of outstanding performances. Thank you to Mr Dagen and Ms Doyle for organising yet another superb day of sporting activity. Credit

Last week, our Year 10 cohort participated in a two-day virtual work experience programme, in collaboration with the UK's leading social mobility charity, 'Futures For All'. Student chose to work on real-world projects designed by four innovative employers: Version 1 - a global IT consulting and digital transformation company Northern Ireland Space Office - an NI-based organisation who support the growth of the space industry Graham Construction - a local company who construc