Buaiteoirí Chúige Uladh - Tráth na gCeist Gael Linn

Tráth na gCeist Gael Linn D’éirigh le ceathrar dalta i mbliain 10 ó Ardscoil Iósaif Crois Mhic Lionnáin, daltaí a bhain an chéad bhabhta de Thráth na gCeist Gael Linn in Iúr Cinn Trá i mí na Samhna, Cluiche Ceannais Chúige Uladh a bhaint i Lorgain an tseachtain seo chaite. Bhí siad in iomaíocht leis na scoileanna ar fad eile a bhain a gcuid babhtaí réigiúnacha i gCúige Uladh agus d’éirigh thar barr leo nuair a bhain siad an chéad áit amach ar an lá. Tá a múinteoir, Bean Uí Ridley, iontach bródúil astu agus chuaigh sé i bhfeidhm go mór uirthi cé chomh dícheallach is a bhí siad agus iad ag ullmhú don tráth ceisteanna – is eiseamláirí iontacha iad do na daltaí óga sa scoil. Tá bua an eolas ginearálta acu gan amhras agus nuair a chuireann tú san áireamh go raibh orthu na ceisteanna a fhreagairt as Gaeilge, is éacht mór é. Dúirt an tUasal Ó Scalaí gur éacht iontach é don roinn Ghaeilge agus go raibh áthas mór air de thairbhe a mbua.    Comhghairdeas go léir. ST. JOSEPH’S HIGH SCHOOL, CROSSMAGLEN Gael Linn Ulster Quiz Champions Gael Linn Quiz Four year 10 pupils from St. Joseph’s High school Crossmaglen who won the 1st round of the Gael Linn Quiz held in Newry in November went on the win the Ulster Final in Lurgan last week. They were competing against all the schools in Ulster who won their regional heats and did extremely well to take 1st place on the day. Their teacher Mrs Ridley is very proud of them and impressed at their dedication and preparation for the quiz – they are an inspiration for all the younger pupils in the school. Their level of general knowledge is impressive and this combined with the fact that they had to answer the questions ‘as Gaeilge’ is indeed a great achievement. Mr Scally said that it was a great achievement for the Irish department and that he was delighted at the win. Comhghairdeas go léir. Back row- Mrs Ridley (Head of Irish) with Mr. Scally Principal Fromt row Quiz Cahmpions Ciara Largey , Aaon Duffy and James Meegan

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CHARITY FUNDRAISING AT ST.JOSEPH’S CROSSMAGLEN

St. Joseph’s High School, Crossmaglen believes it is important to help those less fortunate and encourages its students to think of ways to contribute to their society both locally and globally. As a result two significant fundraising events have taken place recently. Fundraising Intern for Oxfam Ireland Unwrapped, visited the Learning Support Centre (LSC) in St .Joseph’s High School,  in November.  This visit started a fervent campaign to raise money for those less fortunate. Pupils were encouraged to donate any loose change they may have. The campaign run by students from the LSC was very successful and this year the total amount raised was £660.  Many thanks to everyone who donated money. Another charity event that occurred recently was a table quiz in aid of The Haiti Appeal. All junior school pupils participated in this very enjoyable event, culminating in a very hotly contested final between year groups. The event organised by Mrs. Cunningham ( Head of Geography) raised a considerable amount of money kindly donated by the whole school for this very worthy cause. Back row Ms. Mackin, Kevin Rooney , Michael Mc Entee and Mr. Mc Evoy Front row Shannon Mc Kinley, Johnathan Evans and Gary Conlon       All who collected for Oxfam

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South Armagh Extended Schools provide evening of entertainment in St. Joseph’s Crossmaglen

St. Joseph’s High School Crossmaglen was the venue for a showcasing of music, drama and dance provided by the South Armagh Extended School Cluster. The South Armagh Extended Schools Cluster consists of the following schools: Anamar Primary, Clonalig Primary, St. Patrick’s Crossmaglen, St. Patrick’s Cullyhanna, St. Mary’s, Mullaghbawn , St. Brigid’s , Glassdrummond, St. Oliver’s, Carrickrovaddy and the lead school St. Joseph’s High School , Crossmaglen. The cluster co-ordinator is Mrs. Geraldine Cunningham, Head of Geography at St. Joseph’s High School. Pupils from these schools participated in Drama , Dance and Music workshops funded by the South Armagh Extended Schools Cluster, the results of which were showcased in an evening of entertainment last Tuesday 8th December. The week of October the 12th to 16th saw thirty five Primary school pupils participate in a fun and exciting initiative called ‘Rock Skool’. In conjunction with the fantastic tutors from ‘The Making Music Workshop’, pupils participated in a one week intensive course. This lasted daily for three hours after school. A band was formed and they in turn, composed, edited and recorded a song called ‘Tell Someone That You Trust’ The week of the 19th to 23rd of October saw fourteen post-primary pupils from : Abbey Grammar, Newry,  St. Paul’s , Bessbrook, St. Colman’s College, Newry, Sacred Heart Grammar, Newry and St. Joseph’s High School, Crossmaglen participate collaboratively in ‘Rock Skool’. Two bands were formed and each band wrote the lyrics, composed the music and recorded their track. Their songs were entitled ‘Gone But Not Forgotten’ and ‘Christmas Song’. The pupils themselves performed the music for this final recording. The pupils were aided by some very experienced musicians including Linley Hamilton, John Wilson and Nicky Scott.  Both ‘Rock Skool’ tracks were expertly edited by a sound engineer Simon Mc Bride. Each pupil, from both primary and secondary, was presented with a professionally packaged c.d. of their song .  The cover of the c.d. was designed by Ryan Loye a year 9 student at St. Joseph’s High School. Saturday 28th November and 5th December saw forty primary school pupils participate in a six hour drama and dance workshop with the Drama company BEAM. The theme of the programme was safety. Pupils composed their own short pieces which they performed brilliantly on the night. The dance was accompanied by the track recorded by their peers called ‘Tell Someone That You Trust’. They also performed an excellent dance routine to the backing track ‘Jai Ho’. BEAM also worked with St. Joseph’s Drama department and this performance will be showcased at a later date. Mrs. Geraldine Cunningham, Extended Schools Coordinator said “It was amazing to see pupils after a long day at school, so enthused and enthralled by what they were doing. This event encapsulated the whole idea of extended schools and has certainly afforded these pupils an insight into the complexities of the music and drama industries.” The showcase was performed to a full hall and greatly appreciated by all. Some students who participated in Rock Skool             Tutors and students who participated in Rock skool               Mrs. G Cunningham extended schools Coordinator with Ryan Loye whose design was chosen as the cover for the c.d.

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ST. JOSEPH’S HIGH SCHOOL CROSSMAGLEN HOLD VERY SUCCESSFUL OPEN NIGHT

Thursday evening last , St. Joseph’s school, Crossmaglen held its open night. The attendance was excellent . It was the largest crowd in recent years. Prospective pupils and parents were treated to  musical delights from pupils at St. Joseph’s. Mr. Scally (Principal) addressed the hall, and clearly outlined what St.Joseph’s has to offer not only academically but also holistically. He highlighted the school’s great strides in its academic results and also highlighted achievements in sport and the many trips that occur in the school year. Also identified were the many extra –curricular activities that the school has the offer. Prospective parents and pupils were ably guided around the school and were afforded the opportunity to experience the school first hand. The event was a great success. Sionan and Ceallagh Murphy with Mr. Scally . These girls sang the highly commended’ Ave Maria’ on the night

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Martin’s Hardware sponsors of St. Joseph’s  U-16 Gaelic teams

The P.E. Department in St. Joseph’s High School Crossmaglen, have received a new set of Gaelic jerseys for their U-15 teams, thanks to Martin’s Hardware Crossmaglen. Mr. Reel received the jerseys on the school’s behalf and wishes to thank Martin’s  for their generous and continued support of  Gaelic games in the school.

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ST. JOSEPH’S CROSSMAGLEN ANNUAL BOOKFAIR

Scholastic Books recently held their annual book fair in conjunction with the librarian Mrs. Mc Namee. This is an opportunity for pupils to peruse new and exciting books with many brand new titles on display. It also aims to entice and encourage the pupils to read and therefore improve literacy through the use of library. Niamh Donnelly, Grainne Lambe and Ryan MC Ardle exporing some of the new titles available             James Meegan, Amy O Connor , Ciara Largey and Hannah Morgan find something of interest             Hannah Morgan, Ryan Crilly and Christopher Flynn enjoying the book fair organised by the Librarian Mrs. Mc Namee

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Shorts Sports and Cycles sponsor St Joseph’s Crossmaglen  U-16 Gaelic teams

The PE Department in St Joseph’ have received a new set of Gaelic jerseys for their U-16 teams  thanks to Shorts Sports and cycles. Mr Reel received the jerseys on the schools behalf and wishes to thank Naoise and Mary for their generous and continued support of Gaelic games in the school.

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