The High School Weekly Newsletter No images? Click here Vol 25 No 17 07 Feb 2020 European Youth ParliamentOver the weekend of 24-26 January The High School sent a team of three delegates to take part in the EYP (European Youth Parliament) 2019-20 Dublin regional session in Coláiste Éanna. The EYP is an organisation which facilitates Ireland U16 Hockey SelectionCongratulations to Ella and Ben Pasley who have been selected to represent Ireland on the U16 squads for the upcoming series against England in Lilleshall. Head Coach Simon Lowry has said "We are pleased to be able to head to England to play some competitive matches so early in the program. The group is progressing well in recent sessions and these games will give us a good idea of where the squad is at. It's an exciting trip for many of the group as it will be their first opportunity to represent their country and we're looking forward to seeing what we can do." We wish our pupils every success in this endeavour. Leinster Senior CupCongratulations to the Senior 1 hockey team who beat Newpark Comprehensive School 4-0 in the first round of the Leinster Hockey Association Senior Cup competition. The goals were scored by Harry Lynch, Evan Jennings, and Joseph Murphy. This was the last home game of the year for the senior team. We wish the team every success as they progress through the competition. HSD Past Pupils and TCD OrchestraLast weekend a number of our immediate past pupils performed at the Irish College at Leuven with the Trinity Orchestra. We are looking forward to hearing many of these talented musicians perform at the High School 150th Anniversary Gala Concert at the National Concert Hall on 5 May. East Coast League winCongratulations to the Senior rugby team who recently defeated Gonzaga College in the first round of the East Coast League. We wish members of the team every success as they progress through the competition. Simon CommunityThe Simon Community Home Run raises awareness of and vital funds for the services of Dublin Simon Community to help people on their journey out of homelessness. We are urging the whole school community - staff, parents, pupils, past pupils, and govenors - to mobilise in the Phoenix Park to walk, jog, and/or run the 5 mile (8 km) course on Saturday 7 March at 10.30 am to support people who are facing homelessness. Dates for your Diary
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