On Tuesday, 23rd April the 5th Year LCVP class went to the Microsoft Headquarters in Dublin with Mr. Desmond. A number of students report back on the experience.
On Tuesday, 23rd April the 5th Year LCVP class went to the Microsoft Headquarters in Dublin with Mr. Desmond. A number of students report back on the experience.
"It was very interesting to find out about how a multinational company like Microsoft works. It was also nice to learn how much Microsoft gives back to the community. For example, they donated X-Box games to Temple Street Hospital. Overall it was a very enjoyable day." Gabi Eppel
"Interesting." Ben Richardson
"It was good." Toms Spruds
"A good chance to see how Microsoft helps the community through "Youthspark" getting people back to education and getting qualifications." Abi Grainger
Our Transition Year (TY) students hosted a successful coffee morning in the school hall to raise funds for Our Lady's Hospice & Care Services in Harold's Cross. Year groups visited the hall in turn for tea, coffee, and treats. Thanks to Ms. Maxwell, Ms. Talbot, Ms. McGill and all our TY students.
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On Wednesday, the 23rd of September, a group of us TY students had the opportunity to welcome Irish writer Elaine Garvey to our school, where we took part in a two-hour workshop with her. On Friday the 25th of September, we embarked on our weekly trip which brought us northside, to Glasnevin Cemetery, so write Ianis, Vihaan and Matthew B (TY Weekly editors).
Some of our Chinese students celebrated the Mooncake Festival this morning with traditional treats, and stories about the holiday. The round shape of the mooncakes mirrors the bright harvest moon, symbolizing family togetherness and completeness.
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