No images? Click here ![]() Vol 27 No 07 22 Oct 2021 ![]() Black History MonthHairstyling in Africa has been important for men and women for centuries ![]() ![]() Ireland vs HSD![]() On 4 October The High School Senior 1 team was invited to play against the Ireland women’s team at the National Sports Campus in Abbottstown. The game was scheduled to be played in six 10-minute sections with a short break in between. The match was well played with both sides earning their right to win. The women’s team were quick and agile turning over the ball, though our defence and passing were enough to keep us in the game. The score remained the same until the 5th play when a stunning goal was scored by one of the women. Within minutes of their goal we scored. The whistle blew and we were now in the last 10 minutes of the game. Around 3 minutes in they had a chance and took it. An
Ireland player crossed the ball followed by another who dribbled into the D, shot, and scored. After saving a number of great attempted shots the final whistle blew with the score being 2-1 to Ireland. The following week we were invited to play again. No other school was allowed the chance to play twice. The Ireland team took an easy chance to score an early goal which set the tone for the game. The result was 5-1 to Ireland. Even though the loss was disappointing, we had an amazing time and went home having learned much from the experience. Hallowe'en Celebrations![]() Pupils in Form 2 have been getting into the holiday spirit in Home Economics class where they learned how to make and decorate Hallowe'en pumpkins. Their wonderful creations can be seen on display at Reception. Happy Hallowe'en, everyone! Form 5 Activity Day![]() On Monday 18 October pupils in Form 5 spent the day in Cruagh Wood ziplining and hiking in beautiful autumn weather. We began with a mindful walk which is an excellent way to unwind. We walked in silence paying particular attention to the sights and sounds around us. We were silent on the ascent, but excited ![]() European ChampionshipCongratulations to past pupil Tommy Myles (HSD, 2014-20) who competed in the International ![]() Journal CompetitionThe annual competition to design the front cover of The High School journal once again attracted some wonderful works of art from our pupils. This year’s theme was ‘Life Interrupted’ and our winner was Faye O’Hare whose work captured well and with humour the challenges of the current times and the resilience of The High School pupils. Faye was presented with a €50 voucher for art supplies by Ms Rogers and Mr Hanan of The High School Art Department. Keep an eye out for details of next year’s journal cover competition. ![]() Senior HockeyOn Friday 15 October the Senior 1 team began their league campaign for the 2021/2022 season with a victory against Newpark Comprehensive School. There was a fantastic atmosphere within the team leading into the game as it was to be our first competitive game this season so we were itching to get going! We started the game well as we piled pressure on the Newpark defence. This Form 1 Hockey![]() Form 1 pupils enjoyed a fun hockey Hallowe'en blitz dressed in their colourful ![]() ![]() ![]() Form 5 Photography Competition![]() Congratulations to Thomas Nickels who won the Form 5 Activity Day photography competition. This colourful, point-of-view shot, taken from above the ground on the zipline, captured the excitement and energy of the day. Below are some other praise-worthy entries. Well done to all those who participated in the competition. ![]() By Ryan Boyd ![]() By Sophie Scollard ![]() By Poppy Hall Form 1 French![]() Form 1 pupils studying French watched an online origami tutorial in French and produced very impressive paper spiders in time for Hallowe'en. Well done everyone. Dates for your Diary
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