At our whole school assembly on Monday 4th December, our Principal Patricia Gordon and Deputy Principal, Delia Donohoe talked about allyship and how we can be better allies to each other in our community and in our classroom.
Allyship means listening to other people’s experiences and appreciating their diverse perspectives. Having a strong sense of allyship helps create a more empathetic and considerate school community. It also demands action of us – doing good in our community, and in our classroom.
Ally is a verb – stand up and show up for each other!
As we look forward to celebrating the raising of our new Cinealtas (kindness) flag, we reflect together on the values of our school - tolerance, respect, caring and kindness – and their importance in our daily lives.
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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