Vol 27 No 23     01 Apr 2022

Senior Trophy Victory

Congratulations to The High School Senior 2 hockey team which defeated St Andrew's College 1-0 to win the Leinster Hockey Association Schoolboys Senior Trophy for the fifth time since 2014.  We warmly congratulate the team on the significance of its achievements in 2021-22 and wish all members of the squad every success in future competitions.
Mr P Fitzpatrick

Leinster Schools Junior Cup Final

The High School Junior Cup Team qualified to compete in the inaugural Leinster Schools Junior Cup final last week.  Our first match was played against Wesley College which we won 37-7.  We played our second match against Gorey Community School.  It was a difficult game but we came out on top beating them 29-7.  We played our final qualifying match against Wilson’s Hospital School.  They scored the first try but due to some exceptional teamwork we won 24-10 securing our place in the overall final.  We played the final match against Gorey Community School; unfortunately, we got tired and the result did not go our way.  Overall, it was a very enjoyable day and an incredibly positive end to an amazing season.  The whole team should like to thank our coaches for the support we received which was greatly appreciated and made all the difference to us.  
Ava Deacon

UCD Entrance Scholars

We are delighted to have been advised by the President of UCD that a record number of immediate past pupils from The High School have been awarded Entrance Scholarships in recognition of their high levels of performance in the Leaving Certificate examinations.  The awards are made to first year students who have achieved 560 points or more in their Leaving Certificate examination.  In 2021, Isobel Bowen, Cate Dooley, Ethan Flynn, John Kennedy, Stepan Letsko, Ian Mayrs, Conor Moore, Anna O'Shea, and Eimear Quinn achieved this notable distinction and were awarded Entrance Scholarships.  We offer these and all recent past pupils of The High School our warmest congratulations on their achievements and wish them every success in their academic careers.

All Ireland Schools (Boys) Hockey Championship

The High School Senior 1 hockey team which qualified to compete in the semi-final stage of the All Ireland Schools (Boys) Hockey Championship plate competition named in honour of the late Herbie Sharman.  The team earned its place in the plate competition having been placed second in their original All Ireland Schools (Boys) Hockey Championship group.  Despite their best efforts victory eluded our players this time around.  We should like to thank the Senior 1 team for giving us a thrilling season and give a special mention to Form 6 players who have represented HSD over the last six years with dedication and commitment second to none.

Junior Rugby Tour

Recently, a large group of Form 1, 2, and 3 pupils who play rugby at The High School embarked on three separate end-of-season tours.  This significant excursion involved completing a journey to and from Cork, playing a series of matches against schools and clubs, attending a Munster Rugby fixture, and engaging in a range of recreation activities including ziplining, films, and musical theatre.  Pupils travelled early in the morning: the atmosphere on the bus was excellent from the outset with pupils playing music and singing all the way down to Cork.  Everyone enjoyed their overnight accommodation at a local hotel.  The next day Form 1 boys and girls (as well as Junior Girls) played matches against Bandon Grammar School at A and B level whilst Form 2 boys played fixtures against Midleton College and Bandon Rugby Football Club.  The trip was a great success both on and off the pitch and represented a wonderful team bonding activity.
Mr A Malin

Senior Common Room

Over the years current Form 6 pupils have watched the preceding year groups settle into the sanctuary of the Senior Common Room.  However, when access to the space was allocated to staff due to the imposition of public health restrictions during the Covid-19 pandemic we wondered if we would ever be able to use it during our time at the school.  Fortunately, restrictions have been eased and last Monday the Senior Common Room was filled with the smiling faces of Form 6 pupils.  Our year group is ecstatic - we already feel settled in.  The Senior Common Room represents a safe space where we as a year group are able to unwind and unite.  The endless cups of tea and riveting rounds of ping-pong keep the spirits up during an otherwise stressful time.  It has brought us together as a year group and it is a great pleasure to have our very own place in The High School!
Wumi Obi

Past Pupil Gala Dinner

It seems like such a long time since the amazing night that was our 150th Gala Dinner where we celebrated and danced until the small hours.  We are really looking forward to welcoming you back to the school again for a super night to celebrate being able to gather together again after a very long two years! 
Although Covid restrictions have been relaxed numbers will be limited to 130 seated at round tables.  Maximum 10 per table.  It will take place at The High School, Danum, Zion Road, Dublin 6 on 14 May 2022.  There will be a drinks reception at 6.30pm followed by dinner 7.00pm sharp.  The cost is €65 per person and the dress code is black tie.  Reservations will be accepted by e-mail to info@hsdppu.com.  I would ask you if your intention is to attend the Dinner do please let us know by email as soon as possible and make your payment.  This will greatly assist the committee in planning the event.
 Arlene Brislane
President

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Ms Burrowes 
Communications Coordinator