Abi Grainger (TY) reveals what it was like on the TY Delphi trip in mid-September
We went to Delphi during September and this is where we received our Junior Certificate results. We enjoyed the experience but were a little disappointed by the fact that we were unable to do any water sports because of high winds. We did enjoy all of our other activities, the most interesting being the gorge walk which involved climbing up a mountain whilst being in a small river in a wetsuit. Every night we watched a film which for the few who didn't fall asleep was also a good part of the day. (Click on thumbnail to open an enlarged version of photo.)
Abi Grainger (TY)
[Photo: Ms. Finnegan]
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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