As excitement builds for our upcoming trip to Rome this month, we are putting the spotlight on studying Classics in Stratford College.
From history, mythology and architecture to literature and philosophy it’s a truly interdisciplinary subject, offering students the chance to explore the ancient world and the many lessons it can teach us today.
Watch our short animation here to find out more, and read below what some of our students feel about studying Classics:
“The way it is taught is interactive and passionate.”
“You learn how to analyse a society, a culture and its propaganda.”
“The myths are like movies or stories.”
“You learn about the civilisations which shaped Europe.”
“Life lessons and morals”
“I intend to use the lessons learnt from it throughout my life.”
“There is a story behind everything and Classics teaches you that.”
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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