On Thursday, Thursday the 27th of April, we watched the World Wise Global Schools Webinar about Our Journey Towards Racial Justice. Racial Justice is the proactive fight for everyone, no matter their identity, to have fair treatment for all groups in society. The webinar promoted pro-active citizenship and was very encouraging for us all, to stand up and do the right thing.
The webinar was MC’ ed by Valery Molay. Panelists included Mairtin Beanz Warde, a comedian from the Traveller community, Sandrine Ndahiro, co- founder of Un silencing Black Voices, Boniface, Boni, Odoemene, co-founder of Black and Irish Instagram and Tik-Tok, Francesca Hutchinson, an artist from the Traveller community and Denise Chaila, a rapper, singer, and poet. They all give a voice to their communities and are expressing their experiences through their art. They explore their experiences of discrimination and use their platforms of art, music, and drama to educate others.
Shakira Kisoghe explained what racial justice is, and students had the opportunity to highlight their work on the theme of racial justice. I particularly like an amazing piece drawn by artist Blanche, which displayed the main themes and the conversations of panelists as well as schools participating in the webinar.
I really enjoyed this informative and creative way of exploring this theme, which focused on people taking action and sharing their own stories and experiences. It was also beneficial to hear the panelists speak about their communities and what they are doing to raise awareness about this important theme and I think we all learned from the experience, we are all on this ‘journey’ to make society a better place.
Carrie Barling (2nd Year CSPE)
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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