Presentation SecondarySchool, Clonmel

SUMMER

2019JOURNAL

Message from Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1

Message from Deputy Principal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2

Careers Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

First Year School Trip to Fota. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

First Year Geography Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Junk Kouture . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

County Enterprise Awards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7

Easter Prayer Service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

Green Act Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

Green Flay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

Home Economics Trip. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Piano Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Positivity Week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Scifest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Leaving Cert Graduation Mass . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

The Trad Road Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

Stars in their Eyes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17

Snippets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

Sports Athletics. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20

Basketball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21

Gymnastics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

Ladies GAA . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

Women in Sport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Second Year Rowing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Spikeball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Junior Soccer Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

Sports Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

CONTENTS

Dear Parents & Guardians,

It is with mixed emotions that I write this final letter to all the parents and families of students at Presentation Clonmel. As you know I am retiring at the end of this school year, this decision is bittersweet, I am sad to be leaving and excited about the opportunities to spend time with family and friends that lie ahead.

Serving as Principal of Pres has been a great honor and a defining part of my life. When I was appointed principal in 1991, I had so many ideas and dreams for our students and school. I am happy to say, that working with you, our Board and our wonderful staff I have seen many of them come true.

It has been a pleasure partnering with you and all the other parents, teachers and students that have made my time at Pres such a pleasure. I truly believe that gathered here we have a group of talented and passionate teachers and ancillary staff that together make this school a place of high personal support and high academic achievement. I have been just one part of this exceptional team.

Our Board of Management have found in Michael O'Loughlin an exceptional leader to become the next Principal of Pres Clonmel. Roisin Hennessy, a teacher and past pupil, has been appointed Deputy Principal. Under the direction of this team the school will go from strength to strength.

I appreciate the many, many memories I have made together with the students and staff over the years. I will always feel a part of the Presentation family.

Finally, I would like to thank you and all the Pres Clonmel families, for the opportunity to work toward the success of each and every girl at our school. Wishing you all every blessing for the years ahead.

Ethel Reynolds

MESSAGE FROM PRINCIPAL

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As you read this newsletter you will see the breadth and the depth of the curriculum that is experienced by students here in the Pres. All of the extra-curricular activities reported on in these pages happen through the hard work of the staff members who make themselves available in their own time to work with students. I hope that your daughter can take full advantage of the opportunities offered to her and that she will live school life to the full. The ethos of the school is to care for all our students and it is my hope that your experience of dealing with our school has been a positive one where we try our best to live by our ethos.

The achievements at local, regional and national level reflect outstanding commitment and dedication by staff and students. They are just reward for all of those who have worked so hard to achieve and to excel in so many diverse areas. The many and varied nature of the successes enjoyed by the students and staff have again raised our profile and demonstrated clearly to the wider community just what great work is happening in our school.

Also,I would like to extend my best wishes to Mrs Reynolds, who is retiring at the end of the academic year. She has given sterling service to our school in her role as Principal and I would like to wish the very best in her retirement.

I hope that you and your family will enjoy a happy summer. I would like to acknowledge your continued support and encouragement throughout the year. While the time in which we live presents many challenges for us all, the generosity of spirit and goodwill to be found in our school is most uplifting and has made working in our school community much more enjoyable. I look forward to working with you in the coming year in my new role as Principal and I want to congratulate Roisin Hennessy on her appointment as our new Deputy-Principal. We are looking forward to embracing the great and wonderful 'Pres Ethos' over the coming years.

Every good wishMichael O'Loughlin.Deputy Principal

MESSAGE FROM DEPUTY PRINCIPAL

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On May 8th the Presentation Secondary School held a “Careers Day”, which was organised by Ms. N. Carroll and Ms. J. Dalton. 5th year students showcased their careers projects and many businesses from the Clonmel and surrounding areas attended to showcase their organisations. All students in the school attended throughout the day and students enjoyed finding out about various careers. Many thanks to the local organisations for attending our event – it was a resounding success. Thanks to Co. Tipperary Skillnet, Tipperary Volunteer Centre, Boston Scientific, Clonmel Training Centre, JJ Healy CIT, Tipperary Fire Service, An Garda Siochana, Clonmel Park Hotel, LIT, Doterra Oils, New Vistas, Hannigan Holistics.

CAREERS DAY

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1ST YEAR TRIP TO FOTA WILDLIFE

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FIRST YEAR GEOGRAPHY PROJECTS

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While Hotel Minella was rocking with "Stars in their Eyes"in March, our TYs were performing at Junk Kouture Regional final at the University of Limerick. Two of our finalists have qualified for All Ireland final in 3arena. "Supernova" designed by Sophie Crotty and Sophie Pyke. "Guerrero De Acero" modelled by Vera Lambert and designed by Aoife McNamara & Hazel Kirwan. In our eyes, all our seven finalists are winners, we hoped they might all get through but it wasn't to be. Also, well done to Allana Gilbert, last year winner, who opened the show last night.

On Thursday 2nd May, we have two outfits in the All Ireland Junk Kouture Final in the 3Arena Dublin. It is a quick dash across the city on Friday morning, as four first year students will represent us in the National Enterprise Finals in Croke Park.

"Supernova" designed by Sophie Crotty and Sophie Pyke. "Guerrero De Acero" modelled by Vera Lambert and designed by Aoife McNamara & Hazel Kirwan will represent us in the Junk Kouture Final. Well done to the girls and their teachers Ms. Fennell & Ms. Murphy.

ALL Ireland Junk Kouture Final

JUNK KOUTURE REGIONAL FINAL

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Seven groups represented us at the County Enterprise Awards in LIT Thurles in March.We had great success at the event. "Me, Myself and I" designed by four first year students Hazel Brennan, Ada Hennessy, Molly O'Brien and Anniemae Walsh. The booklet geared for teenagers based on Wellbeing, looks at ways of keeping healthy, physically & mentally, for teenagers.It is a mixture of tips on food, exercise, yoga and crafts. The girls won the Junior Category Award and represented us at All Ireland Finals in Croke Park in May.Another group "Quotables" (Rihanna Maun & Emily Fitzgerald, two first years) designed key rings and magnets with inspirational quotes won the "Best Interview Award".

Well done to all our groups and Ms.O'Neill who coached all teams. Also a big thank you to Sue Anne O'Donnell Tipperary Enterprise Student Officer

Fantastic news from Croke Park in May.Our girls won the Special merit award junior category"Me, Myself and I" designed by four first year students Hazel Brennan, Ada Hennessy, Molly O'Brien and Anniemae Walsh represented us at National Enterprise Finals in Croke Park. The booklet geared for teenagers based on Wellbeing, looks at ways of keeping healthy, physically & mentally, for teenagers. It is a mixture of tips on food, exercise,yoga and crafts.Comhgairdeas to the girls and their teacher, Ms.O'Neill. Also a huge thank you to Sue Anne O'Donnell, Tipperary Enterprise Board for her advice and great support.

Enterprise All Ireland Final

COUNTY ENTERPRISE AWARDS

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EASTER PRAYER SERVICE

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Written by Amy Dempsey (5th Year, Presentation Secondary School Clonmel)

On Friday, the 15th of March, all the pupils and staff of Presentation Secondary School Clonmel took part in the #fridaysForFuture campaign. The school switched off the electricity, while the students gathered their pickets and made a human chain on Convent Road to show their support for Swedish student Greta Thunberg. The 16-year-old rose to fame last year, when she decided to strike for climate change outside the Swedish Parliament every Friday.

The Presentation Secondary School Clonmel was one of many schools in Ireland to join the now global movement on that Friday, demanding action from the Irish government to prevent further global warming and climate change. It was not the first environment initiative the school got involved in. An environmental committee in the school works hard to promote recycling. They welcome the most recent decision of the school to ban all single-use plastics. After the Easter holidays, only re-usable water bottles will be allowed in the school to reduce waste and minimise the effect it has on the environment. The school is passionate about recycling: each room is fitted with labelled bins and signs that tells students what goes in each bin. On April 5th, the school will hold its annual “Green Action Day” which will include a Spring Clean along the river Suir, a bake sale to raise funds for cutlery and other items needed to replace single-use plastics and a table quiz to raise awareness of environmental issues.

Friday's protest was a huge success. It certainly grabbed the attention of many people passing by. It also made the pupils aware of how their actions can effect the planet and damage it. Hopefully, more local schools in Ireland will join the movement and help save the planet. Little changes make a big difference.

Pres Takes to the Streets Demanding Action for Climate Change

GREEN ACT DAY

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GREEN FLAG

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On Thursday 2nd May, 26 of the girls who are studying Home Economics in 5th travelled to Cashel Blue cheese factory. We met Sarah, who is one of the family who owns the plant and she told us about the origins of Cashel Blue cheese and explained to us that it is an environmentally friendly product. Then the girls had to follow strict hygiene rules and cover their clothes, hair and feet. We were given a tour of the factory, where the girls learned how blue cheese is made at first hand. PJ our tour guide answered the girls questions and they got to sample 4 different cheeses. Finally, they saw a short film about the place.

Nearby, we visited Magners Chicken farm. This is a small family farm. Kyle allowed the girls to rub their pet chicken while explaining about what they like to eat, how they like being outside, and the different ways chicken are reared. She showed us one of the little chicks and then we went out into the field where all the laying hens were. She demonstrated how crowded barn hens are by putting them into a cage and emphasized the importance of being kind to animals as they do so much for us. Finally, Kylie kindly gave us 120 organic little eggs to distribute to the students at school.

We are very grateful to both Cashel Blue cheese and Magners Farm for giving up their time to show the students around. The girls learned lots of interesting and relevant information.

HOME ECONOMICS TRIP

PIANO DAY

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Students at the Presentation Secondary School Clonmel enjoyed an action packed week of activities during Positivity Week in April 2019.The week focused on the physical and mental health well-being of all members of our school community. Events such as Gymnastics, Open Mic in the canteen, inter year dodge ball competition, Computer Competitions and lunchtime disco took place over the week.On Tuesday afternoon, our special guest was Jake Carter. Jake entertained a packed PE Hall with a selection of songs.On Wednesday we had an impromptu disco at lunchtime in the Assembly Hall.The week ended with our “Open Mic” session. Well done to all our student performers and a special appearance from the “Spice Girls” and “The Village People” from our “Stars in their Eyes”.After that great entertainment, it was onto St Patrick's Well for Lenten Prayer Service. We reflected as a school community on climate change and the action we need to take to save our planet, our home and through prayer we made pledges to change the way we live.Our thanks to the members of the Student Council and Mr. Martin O'Loughlin who organised the week. Also, to our RE Department for organising the prayer service.

POSITIVITY WEEK

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Great success for our school at WIT SciFest Competition

TY students Hannah De Longue and Caoimhe Woods succeeded in winning the chemistry award in the 2019 Sci Fest in WIT on the 1st of May with their project "Bubble Bottles" .Using the process of spherification and the reaction between two chemicals to encase a bubble of water in a semi-solid membrane. Basically a jelly-coated bubble of water! Hannah and Caoimhe were inspired to do this to eliminate the use of plastic to aid the environment.

Aimee Hennessy and Desiree McCarthy also won a merit award for their project on a pen with for barrels including a tippex slot, ''Tip-Pen'' named for the use of correction fluid and aptly named because the school is located in Tipperary. Aimee and Desiree were inspired by the original 4-barrel Bic pen, and decided to remove the green coloured barrel as they discovered from surveys it was the least used pen and introduce a barrel of correction fluid, which was also made by the girls. The girls believe that the Tip-Pen would increase the interest that teenagers have in doing their homework as this is a new product that has never been seen before.

Also, well done to Ms Ryan who was awarded the teacher award for mentoring students with their projects and received this award from the Royal Society of Chemistry.

SCIFEST

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Local music teachers lead innovative, inter-schools’ collaboration with the development of a unique teaching tool – the “Trad Road Show”.

On Tuesday 30th April, Music teachers from the Presentation Secondary School, CBS High School, Gaelcholáiste Chéitinn and Loreto Secondary School came together to facilitate a collaborative, interactive workshop on Irish Traditional Music. Using the best resources available to them, their own traditional music students, these teachers carried out three two-hour workshops in three different venues across the town; Loreto, the High School and the Presentation. The purpose of the workshop was the expose post-primary level music students to live traditional music, with focus on the syllabus for Leaving Certificate and Junior Certificate music.

The original idea was pitched by Siobhán Alley, of the Presentation, to the other music teachers back in early January. After a series of inter-schools’ meetings, a program was devised by the music teachers, which they felt would be of tremendous benefit to their students. With the program structure designed, the teachers then went on to facilitate a meeting with several music students from each school who are highly proficient in traditional music. The students worked together to agree on suitable, common tunes which they would use during the workshop. Teachers from the team commented on how fantastic it was to have such talented performers in their midst, but more importantly, how rewarding it was to see so many young people working together for the benefit of their peers.

During each workshop the audiences were provided with a booklet, where they could take notes which would benefit them in both the listening question on the exam paper and the essay question. Each performer discussed their individual instrument and played examples for the audience to hear and to comment on. Mr. Tom Kenna and his daughter Clodagh (Loreto) performed a series of beautiful tunes together which gave Mr. Kenna a chance to divulge his wealth of knowledge about the lesser known bouzouki to the students. Bríd McMaugh (Loreto) and siblings Ellen and Seamus O’ Gorman (Presentation & High School) wowed audiences with their slow airs on their fiddles, while young Naoise Forristal (Gaelcholáiste) played a highly impressive planxty on her beautiful harp. Henry Fitzgerald, a past student of the Presentation, kindly joined the team on this roadshow to demonstrate a variety of dance rhythms on the bodhrán. However, according to members of the audience, the highlight of the day was being awarded the opportunity to see and hear the uillean pipes, expertly performed by Cian Smyth (High School). One student commented on the fact that although they learn about all the instruments in the classroom, hear and see them from video clips, there is nothing compared to seeing such an integral instrument of the Irish tradition right in front of their eyes. Another student commented on how they found the “team teaching” element of the workshop very helpful. Each audience

“THE TRAD ROAD SHOW”

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was treated to a very special ‘seisiún’ at the end each workshop, where they saw the tradition come to life in front of them. A special mention must go to Mary-Kate Geehan (Gaelcholáiste) who treated us to some fantastic Irish dancing as well as singing a lament in sean-nós.

Each of the workshops was filmed and photographed by a local company, “Home of the Mind”, who followed the team to each of the three venues. It is the intention of the Music teachers to use this recording as a shared teaching resource for future students. The “Trad Roadshow” teachers extended a special thanks to the senior management teams of all four schools for their support in facilitating such a unique and innovative project and expressed how they look forward to working together again and furthering this wonderful collaboration.

“Trad Road Show” Teachers: Siobhán Alley & Jennifer Williams (Presentation Secondary School), Olga Gannon & Tom Kenna (CBS High School), Marie Mullen, Breda Geoghegan and Patricia O’ Mahoney (Loreto Secondary School)

“Trad Road Show” Performers: Ellen O’ Gorman (fiddle) and Anna Tobin (trad flute) from the Presentation. Seamus O’ Gorman (fiddle), Cian Smyth (uillean pipes), Eoin O’ Keeffe (guitar), Tom Kenna (bouzouki), Conor Butler (button accordion) and David Barry (trad flute) from the High School. Clodagh Kenna (tin whistle), Róisín Barry (piano/concertina), Emma O’ Keeffe (box) and Bríd McMaugh (fiddle) from the Loreto. Naoise Forristal (harp/concertina), Sean Collins (banjo), Mary-Kate Geehan (fiddle/vocals), Oisín Forristal (box) from Gaelcholáiste Chéitinn.

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On Friday March 8th, both Presentation Primary and Secondary Schools Clonmel joined together for a major fundraising initiative “Stars in their Eyes” in Hotel Minella. The event was sponsored by local company Camida and both schools really appreciate their support towards the event. A packed audience was entertained by twelve acts (six representing Primary and six representing the Secondary School).All twelve acts were just outstanding and they all entertained a very enthusiastic audience. The winning act “Village People” certainly electrified the audience.It was truly a spectacular event with students from both schools providing entertainment during the night as well. Both schools would like to thank all the companies who sponsored an act, or purchased an advertisement in the programme.Brendan Cummins, MC for the night, gave a master performance with his interaction with the three judges, Aoife O'Keeffe (AOK Dance Studio),Mattie McGrath T.D and Owen Lonergan Tipp FM. The night was excellently produced by Diarmuid Boyle without whose advice, guidance and encouragement we might have floundered. The generosity of the Nallen family ensured that we had access to such beautiful facilities.Both schools are blessed to have very talented students, staff, parents and members of Board of Management who worked together on this historic successful event.

STARS IN THEIR EYES

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CHALLENGE TO CHANGE

SNIPPETS

BRONAGH STARS

Well done to Ms. O'Mahoney and our Ty class who entered the "Challenge to Change project" organised by the Presentation Sisters. The event was held in Kilkenny this year.

Thanks to Bronnagh Stars who spoke to our TY & 5th years students on the challenges of being a teenager and dealing with their own mental health

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DROP EVERYTHING AND READ

Thanks to our English Department who organised "Drop Everything and Read" as part of Literacy/Book week.

Tuesday 27th August 1st years only

Wednesday 28th August 1st / 3rd / 6th years

Thursday 29th August 1st / 2nd / 3rd / 6th years

Friday 30th August 1st / 2nd / 3rd / TY / 5th / 6th years

RETURN DATES FOR 2019/20 ACADEMIC YEAR

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ATHLETICSCo Tipperary Track & Field Athletics Championship

All Ireland Inter Provincial Schools finals

We had a very successful day at the County Tipperary track & field championships in Templemore in April. We had our highest number of students ever competing at the final. Over 30 students represented us on the day.Hazel Brennan (Junior 800M),Laura Cooney (Intermediate 1,500M),Cailin Napier (Senior 800M & Long Jump) Sarah Ni Cheallaigh (Senior 1,500M) were all Gold medal winners. Sarah Ni Cheallaigh (Senior 800M) Cailin Napier (Senior 1500M) Caelainn McGrath (Long Jump) and Senior Relay (Aoife Barron, Orla Barron, Caelainn McGrath, Cailin Napier) were all Silver medal winners. Cailin Napier (Senior 100M) and Senior Relay (Maha Aziz, Sarah Ni Cheallaigh, Adagh Johnson, Hazel McFadden) were all Bronze medal winners. Well done to everyone who participated and thanks to David Kenneally (Athletics Coach) and Ms O'Connor (PE teacher) for their assistance with the students on the day. Laura Cooney and Cailin Napier and Caelainn McGrath qualified for the Munster Schools finals in June.

Well done to Laura Cooney who competes for Munster in the 3000 M race in the Irish Life School's Inter provincial at Morton Stadium Santry this Saturday. This was a great achievement by Laura, who is eligible to run at this age grade next year and a wonderful opportunity to compete at this iconic venue.

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FIRST YEAR BASKETBALL

Two first Year basketball teams participated in the annual Natalie Horan Quinn Memorial Tournament held in Killenaule. The girls had games against St Anne's, Killenaule and Ballingarry in their respective groups. Both teams ended up against each other in one of the semi-finals. The final was played against Ballingarry. This was a close encounter and went right down to the wire. The Pres were eventual winners on a score line of 15-11. This was a brilliant team performance, Hazel Brennan, Aedin McCormack Martyna Cruylik, Abbey Burke, Tanya O' Sullivan, Emma Berril and Holly Hayes played their heart out and brought the trophy back to the Pres for the first time since 2011.Well done girls !

BASKETBALL

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SECOND YEAR BASKETBALL

ALL IRELAND BASKETBALL PLAYOFF FINALS

Our Senior Basketballers competed in the All Ireland playoffs of the U19 Basketball League in Monroe in January. The girls were crowned regional winners by defeating Ard Scoil na Mara Tramore in the final in November. Their playoff group consists of Presentation Clonmel, Rockford Manor Dublin, Hospital Limerick and Pobailscoil na Trionoide Youghal. Their performances have been very consistent of late and the girls have been achieving some comprehensive wins. Unfortunately ,we lost a very tight second game against the Dublin opposition. We are very proud of the girls and their coach Ms. O'Connor for their successful season.

Panel Caitriona Rice (capt), Aoibhin Foley, Anna Tobin, Sarah Ni Cheallaigh, Kayleigh Flannery, Sarah O'Connor, Caelainn McGrath, Ana Cusnaider, Leigh O'Driscoll, Hazel McFadden, Yvonne Clancy and Hollie Burke.

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GYMNASTICS

Well done to our students who represented us at the County Gymnastics competition this year.

We had great success in a number of events.

Aisling Cronin and Grace McMorrow won Gold medals.

Caoilfhionn Conway, Alexandra Kowalik and Kacie O’Shea won Bronze medal winners

Tanya O’Sullivan, Emma Berril and Sarah Berril also participated in the team event

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Co Tipperary U.15 Ladies GAA BlitzWell done to our Ladies GAA U.15 who reached the County Final. They beat Cashel Community, Borrisleigh, Ursuline Thurles on their path to the final. Unfortuantely, we lost a thriller of a final against Rockwell College. Thanks to Ms O'Connor for coaching the team over the year.

LADIES GAA

Munster Ladies Football B Winners

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SECOND YEAR ROWING

Some of our 5th Year students took part in a 6 week Introduction to Weightlifting Course in Elevate Gym Clonmel under the guidance and expertise of Luke Kelly and his team. This course is part of the Women in Sport Initiative and is funded by Tipperary Sports Partnership and Weightlifting Ireland. The girls really enjoyed the experience and it was something completely new and exciting.

WOMEN IN SPORT INITIATIVE

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SPIKEBALL

Congratulations to our Second year Spikeball team who reached the All Ireland final in Kilkenny for a second year in a row. In their group they won two games and drew their final game. We beat Pres Kilkenny in the quarter final, followed by a great win over St Brigids Killarney in the semi final. In a thrilling final, we lost 2-1 in sets. .beaten 15-13 in the final...We are so proud of these girls and Ms.Millea for their great achievements. They had represented our school again this year in such a brilliant fashion.

JUNIOR SOCCER TEAM

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Thanks to Ms. Millea and Ms O'Connor from our PE department who with our 5th years organised a brilliant fun filled Sports Day recently. Great fun was had by all. Of course our teachers won the Rounders game for the seventh year in a row!!!!!!!!!!!!

SPORTS DAY

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