astronomy

Subject Blogs, Science/Maths / 14 February 2014

Sighting Venus in the morning sky

As you have your breakfast in the morning look towards the direction of the sunrise and you may see the planet Venus this week.

AstroStrat! A new online club to learn the names of constellations and stars in the night sky.

Contact Mr. O hAlmhain if you are interested in learning more about what is in the sky at night. Weekly challenges are posted to the Science page in Stratford Moodle.

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Subject Blogs, Science/Maths / 22 February 2013

Stratford views the constellations

Hugh Cannon (5th Year) was one of the lucky students to view the constellations on Tuesday, 19th February with the new school telescope. The night was perfectly clear for viewing the stars.

Stargazing at Stratford College

Following the recent donation to the school of a large telescope from the Citron family, in memory of Abe Citron, there will be a stargazing event this Thursday the 7th February at 7.30pm (weather permitting). Students are welcome to view the moon, constellations and maybe some planets with Ms. McCarthy.

The sky at night: Stargazing LIVE on television

If you're interested in astronomy or looking at amazing images, Ms. McCarthy recommends that you watch Stargazing LIVE on BBC Two Television on Wednesday, 18th January

Science Week 2011: Astronomer explains about space to Physics and Chemistry students

Hugh O'Rourke (5th Year) outlines the astronomy talk given to 3rd Year, TY and 5th Year Physics and Chemistry students during Science Week, on Wednesday, 17th November.