Congratulations to John Nolan and Hana Hughes who were awarded Bronze Gaisce Awards in December. Gaisce - The President's Award is the most presigious Award in Ireland for young people aged 15 to 25. Both of them explain what they had to do to achieve the award.
Congratulations to John Nolan and Hana Hughes who were awarded Bronze Gaisce Awards in December.
"Gaisce - The President's Award is the most prestigious Award in Ireland for young people aged 15 to 25. Gaisce is an old Irish word which means ‘a great achievement’. The Award programme is a challenge from the President of Ireland to young people to set and pursue personal goals in four different areas of activity; Community Involvement, Personal Skills, Physical Recreation and an Adventure Journey, with the support of an adult leader." [www.gaisce.ie]
"For my Gaisce Award, I took part in four programs: Toastmasters, which is a public speaking program; Log on to Learning, a Stratford College initiative about improving computer literacy amongst the elderly; a physical activity program also in Stratford College and again organised by Ms. Finnegan; and a cooking course, run by the former Stratford College Arts teacher, Ms. Twyford-Troy. It was a great experience and really made me enjoy it. I urge everyone to give us a shot." John Nolan (6th Year)
"Doing the An Gaisce Award was a great experience for me. From the very first time Ms. Finnegan mentioned it I was determined that I would give it my best go. It really inspired me to get up and do activities, such as volunteering at my local library and starting piano lessons. Two years later I have finally received my Bronze medal in person and it is a great reminder of all that I have achieved." Hana Hughes (6th Year)
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Hugh congratulations to Stratford College Classics students who came 2nd and 3rd in the annual Ides of March Quiz in Blackrock College on Tuesday 28th April. Students from schools all over Dublin and further afield participated. Stratford scored an Olympian 41/46 to take second place and 40/46 to take third place. Thank you to Ms. Donohoe and Ms McGill for coordinating this great event.
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Delia Donohoe has been appointed as Permanent Deputy Principal of Stratford College, following her tenure as Acting Deputy Principal since August 2023. This milestone marks her 21st year as a dedicated member of the Stratford community, where she has made a lasting contribution both in the classroom and in leadership.
Speaking about her appointment Chair of the Board of Management Ms. Aoife Cassidy said: “I am delighted to announce the appointment of Delia as Deputy Principal; she has been a leader and teacher at Stratford College for more than 20 years. During this time, she has served in an acting capacity as Deputy Principal, including over the last three years. She has strong leadership skills and an unwavering commitment and dedication to our school community. We have every confidence that she will continue to lead with the same energy, warmth and dedication in the years ahead. We are delighted to formally confirm Delia’s appointment and wish her every success in the role going forward.
A brilliant afternoon for the 2026 incoming 1st years to meet each other and other Stratford students including our current 1st years, senior prefects & their year head Ms. Finnegan. Something for everyone to enjoy!
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