The Latest News from The High School

Vol 23 No 2 9 September 2017

HSD High Achievers 2017

A selection of The High School's high-achieving Leaving Certificate candidates from 2017: congratulations to everyone on their outstanding achievement.
Left to right: Rachel Ferguson, Yuliya Mikulchyk, Mark Deering, Aela O'Flynn, Tim Dolan, and Conor Empey (Absent).

Form 4 Outdoors Pursuits

On 4-5 September Form 4 pupils went on an overnight visit to Kippure Holiday Village, County Wicklow. On the first day we went on a three-hour hike to the top of the mountains. The walk was very muddy, wet, and foggy and it felt like we were up in the clouds. The camp leaders taught us how to filter water and how to start a fire in the wild. When we finally made our fires, we cooked our dinners which consisted of burgers, sausages, and potatoes. We put up our tents and set up our sleeping bags before setting off on a late-night hike beside the River Liffey: it was quite fascinating. After that we started the campfire, roasted some marshmallows, and went to bed. The next day we completed rope activities such as the rock climbing, high and low ropes, and the "leap of faith" which were quite scary but we encouraged each other to give it a try. Altogether it was a good experience we really got to bond with each other.
Debbie Ogunkayode and Camilla Anele

Welcoming our Argentinian Friends

On Thursday 7 September, St Gregory's College from Buenos Aires, Argentina arrived at The High School as part of an end-of-year tour. They came with a hockey and rugby team as well as their orchestra and choir. Our Form 4 rugby squad took on their rugby team early in the afternoon. The first half of the match was a good contest with The High School ahead by a narrow margin but the well-organised St Gregory side rallied and took it away in the second half winning by 26-12. Our junior girls played the Argentinean hockey team. It was a well-fought battle but both defences were too strong as the game finished 0-0. Then came the musical part of the day as their choir performed for us in The Reynolds Hall. The High School orchestra played, conducted by our new music teacher, Ms Lee; a number of soloists performed too. It was great to have a chance to welcome pupils from another country to our school.
Adam Killeen and Conor Schmidt

A Home Economics Treat

Form 1 pupils really enjoyed their first day baking. On the menu were delicious chocolate chip cookies!

Film Club

Film club is on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 12.40 pm for juniors and on Tuesday at 1.20 am for seniors. Tuesday showings are in C3 and Thursday showings are in A22. What a great opportunity to watch your favourite films on a big screen with your friends! If you have any questions, please see Ms Lyons.

Stationery Opening Times

The stationery office is open at set times during the week. Here is a reminder of when you can visit. Please see Ms Roullet for further details.

Art on Film

Mr Hanan is hosting a season of informative films and documentaries about art and creativity in C13 for senior pupils who have an interest in Art. This week's film is 'The Last Art Film' directed by Jake Auerbach. This is a film about art: not the history of art or the academic study of art or the fluctuations in the art market or the latest exhibition but it is about what starts artists off and what keeps them going. The showings take place on Tuesdays at 4.00 pm sharp and will run for the duration of the film.