Well done to Lucy Shiells and Sarah Lennon for their initiative and dedication in organising a bake sale in support of Brownies and Rainbows earlier today. It’s our pleasure to host this wonderful organisation on Wednesday evenings - https://girlguidingulster.org.uk/ Lucy and Sarah are fantastic role models for both the College and Girl Guiding Ulster.

A massive thanks to our fantastic canteen team for today’s Christmas lunch, which was very much appreciated by students and staff alike. Thanks also to the extra help provided by LSAs in helping to turn things around for the two sittings.

A busy few days for our Netball and Gaelic saw great performances, albeit with mixed results. Ms Doyle writes: “We had a very enjoyable morning at St. Malachy’s HS. The Minors won their match but it was very close right to the final whistle. Star players were Zoe Astruc-Kidd, who playing as centre supplied great passes into the shooters, Amy Baker and Jane McAnallen. Isabella Mayers also had a good game and ably assisted, in the attacking play into the circle. Defence was led

Ms Anderson, Head of Geography, writes: “Our Year 12 & 14 Geography students enjoyed a productive day at Titanic Quarter yesterday. They explored exciting new developments in the city, including social housing projects, a driverless bus and a new hotel, as well as learning about the innovative concept of a ‘15-minute city.’ Huge thanks to our wonderful hosts, Shona Anderton and David Horne from Titanic Quarter Ltd. The journey home was filled with great geography discussions

Thanks to Raymond Shannon and the team at REC First Aid Trainers for delivering first aid training to our Year 10 students today. This is the third year running this course has formed part of our PC programme, which means that over 300 Shimna students have now been trained in CPR and AED. In terms of the potential for saving lives, the value of these courses cannot be under-estimated. A massive thank you to Raymond, Carol, Amy and Miceal for delivering today’s sessions. Raymo