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Dear Parents and Carers, As we reach the half-term break, it is remarkable to consider how much good work has been completed. Then again, perhaps it's not that remarkable after all, given that this has been a typical few months at Shimna, with the extraordinary commitment of students and staff both inside and outside the classroom on display, week in, week out. Sporting seasons are now underway, the Duke of Edinburgh / President’s Award Scheme is well advanced and the Geograp

We are delighted to introduce our Sixth Form Peer Mentors who have volunteered for our new Literacy Support Programme. They will be paired with younger pupils who would benefit from additional reading support. Through weekly one-to-one reading sessions, our mentors will help develop reading skills, build confidence, and encourage a positive attitude towards literacy. Good timing too as we are in Reading Week.

A nice feature on our new school in the latest edition of NI Builder Magazine https://online.flippingbook.com/view/977879216/38/

Earlier this week, our Year 11 and 12 students attended an important drugs education session supported by PSNI. They heard a moving personal story from Theresa about the impact of drugs, which encouraged reflection about making good choices and keeping safe. Thersa’s powerful testimony included the line, “people don’t take drugs, drugs take people.” We are grateful to our speaker Theresa and the PSNI for helping our young people to learn about the dangers of drug taking a

Yesterday, we were delighted to welcome Claudia Cocozza, Student Recruitment Officer from UAL (University of the Arts London), who delivered an introduction to UAL for students interested in creative courses. Students learned more about studying creative subjects at university, including opportunities in art, design, media, fashion, photography and other creative disciplines. The session provided valuable insight into creative degree pathways, student life and careers within