On Tuesday, the 24th of February, the second years took part in a Fast Fashion workshop hosted by Leah Gaynor from Oxfam. There, we learned all about ethical fashion and how companies use greenwashing as a deceptive marketing tactic. We watched a video on clothing waste in the global south, and it is safe to say the statistics were appalling.
We then learned basic stitches to attempt to sew and repair our own clothes. Leaving the workshop, we were more informed, and we all had a great time as we expanded our sewing skills and our ethical fashion knowledge. It is workshops like these that help spread awareness for such vast issues, and we are infinitely grateful we got the chance to take part.
The session encouraged us to think more carefully about our own shopping habits and the impact they have on the environment. By learning how to repair clothes instead of throwing them away, we discovered simple ways we can reduce waste and make our wardrobes last longer. Overall, the workshop inspired many of us to be more mindful consumers and to support more sustainable and ethical fashion choices in the future.
Anna Flynn (2nd Year)
In the run up to the state exams, Stratford's Wellbeing Team draws your attention to the suite of resources on gov.ie under the heading of Wellbeing support for Exam Students, Parents and School Staff.
As is tradition at this time of year, the annual rounders game took place between our outgoing 6th Years and Teachers. Despite great efforts by our 6th years and some fabulous play, Teachers came out victorious. Fair play to all who played in this game.
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Congratulations to our prize winners at our end of year assembly. Awards including attendance, student of the year and the Principal's Junior & Senior student award for this academic year.
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