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TY Graduation and Rite Journey Homecoming Ceremonies

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NEWS / 21 May 2026

On Tuesday evening, 19th May the TYs celebrated their TY Graduation and Rite Journey Homecoming ceremonies with their families, friends and teachers. TYs were presented with a folder of all the Certificates that they achieved over the year. 

Mr Barrett, Ms Donohoe, Ms Maxwell and Ms O'Kelly gave speeches to celebrate the TYs achievements. Each TY spoke and/or provided a musical interlude during the evening's ceremonies.The TY Graduation was immediately followed by refreshments. Dr McAdoo picked the food planted/nurtured by the TYs from the Stratford polytunnel who cooked an amazing risotto with the pickings! 

Following refreshments, Mr Kelly then led a very moving Rite Journey Homecoming Ceremony.

Go to the 2025-2026 Gallery for lots more photos! An amazing evening TYs - well done on graduating!

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