St. Mary's students attend IWISH Conference
A group of St. Mary's Transition year students, accompanied by Mr. Breen, attended the I WISH conference in the RDS on 14th February
I WISH is an initiative to inspire, encourage and motivate young female students to pursue careers in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics). STEM can change our world. We have so many world problems to solve – food shortage, climate change, pollution, ageing population. These will be solved through STEM by harnessing the power of thousands of girls to shape a better world.
I WISH (Inspiring Women in Stem) 2017 featured a conference, interactive exhibitions, workshops, daily keynotes and engaging talks by women and men who have seen the opportunities for a great career in STEM.
I WISH 2017 is going national to reach out to 4,000 girls.
First Year Retreat January 2017
Preparations for the first year retreat began in the opening week of the New Year. The date for this annual retreat, held close to St. Brigid's day, was decided on as Friday, 27th January, 2017. Activities involved morning assembly and prayers, a drama enacting the St. Brigid's cross story of St. Brigid, class-based activities, cross-building and Mass. Meitheal leaders assisted with the morning's activities which focused on the theme of friendship. The retreat concluded with Mass for all 1st years in the Parish Church, celebrated by Fr. Liam.
St. Mary's Business students receive awards
Congratulations to all our students who were recently acknowledged for excellence in their Junior Certificate Business Studies exams. Each girl received a certificate for academic excellence from the Department of Economics, Finance and Accounting at Maynooth University.
Vice-President Prof. Aidan Mulkeen, Emma Rowland TY, Paul Campbell, Business teacher, and Dean of the Faculty of Social Science Prof. Maurice Devlin.
Leinster Badminton Winners
Congratulations to St. Mary's U16 and U19 Badminton teams who have now qualified for the All Ireland Finals in Gormanstown in March. Both teams were recently crowned Leinster champions. Well done to the girls on their committment to training each week and to Ms. Hughes, their coach, for all her hard work. Many thanks to those parents who provided transport for all badminton teams this year.
Maths teams attend Quiz in Newbridge
Well done to all pupils who attended a very enjoyable Junior Problem Solving Maths Quiz on Thursday night Jan 26th in the Patrician Secondary School in Newbridge. Seven teams from 3rd year and Transition year took part. Many thanks to Ms. Fallon who accompanied the students.
