On Friday afternoon, 23rd January, we had the privilege of welcoming Tánaiste Simon Harris to Stratford College. Upon arrival, we met himself and local TD James Geoghegan before Mr. Harris addressed the school. He spoke to us on a matter of issues, including how he became interested in politics, the importance of young people within it, and social media and its mental health implications.
We then ran a Q&A with questions coming directly from the student body, before the Tánaiste spoke separately with Jewish students. In this sobering discussion, the problem of antisemitism was brought up, with the Jewish students bravely sharing their own experiences of it. Photos were then taken at both the school and in Herzog Park before the visit drew to a close. We all enjoyed the Tánaiste's visit; it was a great opportunity to display Stratford at its best and push for government action against antisemitism.
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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