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A Valiant Fightback – 2nd Yr Boys’ Basketball

2^nd Year Boys travelled to their first league game away today to St. Gerald's of Castlebar. This was the team's first competitive match and proudly wore their new kit sponsored by First Class Office.The first two quarters were shaky for St. Nathy's as they found their feet, not easy under the watchful eyes of St. Gerald's students who had turned up to support their school. The Castlebar school found themselves increasing their points with little reply from St. Nathy's in the first quarter. Time to re-group, go over strategy and send some fresh legs on. St. Nathy's began to find their feet and closed the margin in the final two quarters but time was not on their side and unfortunately the win went to St. Gerald's. Noel Regan, Luke Freyne and Anthony Murphy have to be noted for their attention to feedback, quick thinking and keeping a cool head when things looked a little chaotic at times so well done lads. 

Our boys can hold their heads high, they gave it everything and built on the feedback given by Mr. Brennan and Mr. Freeman and have some homework and practice to do before our next games which are looming fast.

They lined up to congratulate the team and coaches at the end showing their maturity and professionalism. Lot's to ponder and do before our next game!

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TY trip to Men’s shed in Ballaghaderreen.

The Transition Year students kindly donated a percentage of their proceeds from the Christmas Markets to Ballaghaderreen Men's Shed. Today they presented €173.10 to the members of the shed.  They then enjoyed a tour of the premises and received a talk on what they do. The students gained a valuable insight into the benefits of Men’s Shed for local men, the facilities they offer and the products they produce. It is a great opportunity for men to socialise and meet people, and we are very grateful to have had the opportunity to see the premises first hand. 

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¡Mama Mia, Papa Pia!

The School Hall is a hive of activity as Transition Year students prepare for their production of "¡Mama Mia, Papa Pia!” Sounds of singing interspersed with hammering and students entering and exiting with paint and ladders led me to investigate!

 Wow! Up on stage the back stage crew were painting, moving flats and in general transforming the stage into a Spanish Taverna!  Back stage a crew were organising, changing and making up 'rooms'. Down the hall a group were going through steps for a dance and on the left-hand side a group were rehearsing lines. Everyone was busy and by the sounds of laughter enjoying themselves thoroughly! Here are some pictures! Watch this space for updates!

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Best of luck to Ryan Mc Garry and Paudí Gilligan in the U15 Connaught U15 Rugby Final.

Best of luck to two of our outstanding students, Ryan Mc Garry (3C) and Paudí Gilligan (3D)as they gear up for the Connaught U15 Rugby Final  tomorrow in Creggs.They will be showcasting their incredible talent and dedication as they take to the field. Ryan a formidable force on the wing and Paudí a powerhouse forward.

St. Nathy's College would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations on this remarkable achievement. 

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A big ‘Thank You’ to First Class Office Supplies.

A great start to the 2024 season for St. Nathy's 2^nd Year Boys' Basketball team as they trained in their brand new kit thanks to the very generous sponsorship of First Class Office. We are delighted  with how the new kit looks and the College is so grateful to Michéal Frain from 'First Class Office' for coming up to officially hand over the new basketball kit. The College regularly avails of the books and supplies that 'First Class Office' offers to aid our students in their studies and this close collaboration between us will certainly continue. With the league games starting next week, the boys will proudly give it their all for the College and their new sponsors. Again a sincere 'Thank You' to Michéal and all the team in First Class Office for their generosity and support of our team, we are very grateful.  Pictured with Michéal is St. Nathy's Principal Fr. Martin Henry and coaches Niall Freeman and Adrian Brennan .

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Congratulations to Méabh Lavin 2nd Year

Congratulations to Méabh Lavin (2C) on making the U16 LGFA Mayo panel.  Her hard work and dedcation have certainly paid off.  Best of luck from all in St. Nathy's for the season ahead.

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Study Skills Workshop with Inspire Education

Leaving Cert students attended a Study Skills Workshop from Inspire Education on Thursday to help them prepare for their exams.  Students also attended an in-house study skills session earlier in the year. 

By completing this workshop, they have benefitted from the use and application of specific skills and competencies. They can now use and apply specific skills and competencies to enable them to make informed decisions about their approaches to study, revision, and exams.

 

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Poetry Slam Workshops for TY students

On Wednesday and Thursday last TY students took part in 'Poetry Slam' workshops facilitated by Stephen Murray.

Stephen Murray is an award winning poet and the founder of 'Inspireland'. He has published two collections of poetry with Salmon Poetry to widespread critical acclaim. He is regarded as Ireland’s leading poetry workshop provider for young people and has delivered workshops to over 50,000 young people in Ireland. His work has featured on Nationwide, RTE TwoTube, TV3, Arena, BBC 2, The Irish Times, the Independent and Hot Press.

The poetry slam workshops in St. Nathy's were are a journey into the power of language, and the use of creative expression as a tool of wellbeing and self discovery. Students discussed the power of language to empower, influence, degrade, inspire, seduce, radicalise, marginalise and unite. They also learned how language can articulate their experience in life and help them bear witness to their thoughts.

 

Some very creative, original and pensive poetry was produced.  Well done to all our students who took part so enthusiastically and to Stephen Murray for his inspiring and thought provoking workshops.

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Lunchtime Games Club

The Lunchtime Games Club started in St.Nathy's College in September of this year. It has proven to be an enjoyable way for students as well as some school staff members to spend their lunch break as they play games such as Chess, Connect 4, Jenga, Uno, Guess Who and various other card games. The Club initially started off by meeting one day a week at lunchtime on a Thursday. Due to its popularity however, this has now increased to three days a week. In 2024, the Club will continue to meet at lunchtime on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday in Room 3C. Students from all the different year groups are most welcome to pop in and take part.

The Chess Club organised by Mr.Brady also meets every Wednesday at lunchtime in Room 6B. Everyone is welcome.

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TY mini-company products on sale now in Homeland Ballaghaderreen

Some of the TY Mini Companies are now selling their products in Homeland,  Ballaghaderreen! Products from the Christmas market like the Reindeer Hot Chocolate kits, calendars and the Irish book "Madra Dana" can be found just inside the door, with all sales going to the students. We Would like to thank Homeland for allowing us to sell our goods in their store.  

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