Vol 22 No 21     02 March 2017

Historic Win for The High School

The High School Junior A hockey team beat St Andrew's College on Wednesday to win the Leinster Hockey Association Junior league for the first time in the history of the school.   The High School were slow to start in the first half and conceded a goal just 10 minutes before half time.  However, just 8 minutes from full time, Harry Lynch's drag flick was blocked on the  goal line by a St Andrew's College player resulting in a penalty stroke which Alistair Empey calmly converted.  The match ended a 1-1 which meant a period of extra time resulting in a couple of chances before Andrew Canning secured the victory with a cool finish from a short corner in the final minute.  It was truly an historic game and one that will be remembered for many years to come.  
Evan Jennings

A World of Books at The High School 

Come up to the Library on World Book Day and join in the "Bring a Book, Buy a Book" - drop in a book you have finished with, and buy a new one for only €2!  All monies collected are in aid of St Michael's House who provide services for people with intellectual disabilities. You might be able to pick up a bargain!  Don't forget to collect your free Book Token for World Book Day from the Library this week.

An Evening of Stunning Drama

Congratulations to the Senior Drama cast and crew for their thought-provoking and emotional production of 'Last Class on Monday' performed recently at a local theatre festival.  A large group of pupils - current and past - teachers and parents were in attendance in support of our fine players. There was not a dry eye in the house by the end of the play so wonderful and poignant were the performances.  Thanks to everyone involved for a wonderful and entertaining night.    

French Quiz 

On Thursday 2 February the French Teachers' Association quiz took place at Loreto College, St Stephen's Green.  The quiz lasted about three hours and consisted of ten rounds in French on topics such as French music, sport, and culture.  There were four Form 5 pupils on our team.  While prizes proved to be elusive the team performed well and had a most enjoyable night speaking French and making new friends. 

Mathematical Olympiad Selection

Congratulations to High School pupils Katarina Cvetkovic and James Cole who have both reached the final stage of selection to represent Ireland in the Mathematical Olympiad this summer in Brazil.  Good Luck to both Katarina and James.

Great New Animation Workshop

Mr Hanan is running an animation workshop for pupils at junior break (12.35 pm) on Tuesdays and Thursdays from next week in C13.  This is a wonderful opportunity for creative pupils to engage in this art-form.  Mr Hanan has worked as a professional illustrator and cartoonist for a number of years and The High School is delighted to offer this workshop to our younger pupils.  

Jailbreak Charity Event

Past pupil Mark Perham (HSD, 2009-2015) has been selected to participate in Jailbreak 2017 to fulfill their quest to reach the mystery Location X and to raise much needed money for Saint Vincent de Paul and Amnesty International.  You can donate here: https://jailbreakrace.com/teams/team32.php

HSD Refurbishment Success

In the course of the half term break over 700 outdated school lockers were removed from the school and replaced with smart new units.  A new fitted kitchen was also installed in the staff room and beautiful scarlet stage curtains were hung in The Reynolds Hall.  We are all delighted with these new improvements to our school.