John Nolan (TY) describes what happened at the recent National Holocaust Memorial Day Commemoration ceremony.
On the 30th January 2011, Transition Year went to the National Holocaust Memorial Day Commemoration held at the Mansion House. It was an incredibly moving night. Holocaust survivors Zoltan Zinn-Collis, Jan Kaminski, Suzi Diamond and Tomi Reichental were there and gave short and yet extremely powerful addresses. There were also addresses from John Dolan on behalf of people with disabilities, Beata Molendowska on behalf of the Poles, Sr Stanislaus Kennedy on behalf of the Gypsies, Michael Finlay on behalf of the homosexuals, Clement Esebamen on behalf of the black and ethnic minorities, Pat King on behalf of the Political victims, Colm O’Boyle on behalf of the Christian victims, they were all brilliant speakers and you realized that how many people were affected by the Holocaust. It was quite eye-opening. Another deeply moving part of the night was when a scroll of names of victims of the Holocaust were called out. Tami Sheridan, Irena Williams and Fearghal Kelleher were the Stratford College representatives. Again it was an overwhelming experience as the list seemed never-ending. The musical interlude was performed by the Zimratya Choir directed by Dr. Yuriel Aaron. It was a beautiful break which happened at two parts of the night. The whole night was an incredible experience and one I will never forget.
Sara Epstein (TY)
On Sunday, 30th January, the TY class joined by Mrs. Kenny and Miss Gordan attended the National Holocaust Memorial Day Commemoration ceremony.
We listened in silence as speaker after speaker outlined the horror and sheer inhumanity of the Nazi system.
There were a variety of speakers which each outlined the Nazi policies on various groups. We heard speeches on the Nazi persecution of Poles, Gypsies, Homosexuals, Ethnic minorities, political opponents and Christians from representatives of various organizations that were connected to those groups. Above all, we listened to the persecution of the Jewish people who were the Nazis' main targets and endured the worst discrimation and treartment. Throughout the evening we listened to the music of Zimraty Choir who gave a sombre yet uplifting tone to the evening.
At the end of the ceremony we had a minute's silence and then the lighting of the candle to represent the different victims of the Nazis.
It was a once in the lifetime chance to go to this event and I think I can speak for my entire class that we found it extremely interesting and very moving.
John Nolan (TY)
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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