The inaugural Schools Guitar Ensembles Competition was held at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland on Saturday 5 November 2017 as part of the annual Big Guitar Weekend. A small ensemble lead by our guitar instructor Mr John Hallam, performed and competed in the event. The pupils involved were Michael O’Neill (S6), Mark Rae (S6), Mairi Small (S6), Paul Hayes (S5) and Kate Rankin (S3). Our pupils had a great day and really benefited from the experience:
“It was an excellent experience for all pupils involved. The ensemble performed ‘A ‘Bourée’ by L. Mozart and ‘Amanecer’ by F.M. Torroba. The ensemble were first to play and was well received by the audience. The competition was stiff and although the group did not win, we received positive comments from the panel.”
Need more cash to help with your expenses? The Catenian Bursary Fund may be able to help.
Each year the fund gives cash grants (nothing to repay) of over £100,000 to young Catholics between the ages of 16 and 24, who work as helpers on Diocesan and HCPT pilgrimages to Lourdes or volunteer to work on projects around the world e.g. Lasallian.
Conditions apply so please read the guidance notes carefully. If you have any queries as to whether you are eligible please contact the administrator by email: bursary@thecatenians.com
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Step In, Step Up is an introductory two-day programme designed for S5/S6 female students. This programme comprises of divisional overviews, case studies, panel sessions, a trading floor tour and interactive workshops. Participants will also have the opportunity to work as a team, develop their presentation skills and network with employees at all stages of their careers.
Programme dates: 13 – 14 February 2018
Deadline for applications: 5 January 2018
Advanced Higher Modern Languages Monday, 13 Nov @ 6.45 pm
National 5 English Tuesday, 14 Nov @ 6.00 pm
Advanced Higher Biology Wednesday,15 Nov @ 6.00 pm
Higher Human Biology Thursday,16 Nov @ 6.00 pm
For more information on how to take part in our online sessions as well as upcoming sessions, please visit our Live Online Sessions page. Please note that worksheets will be available and should be attempted before some sessions.
On Thursday 9 November St Ninian’s High School set a new national record of the number of young people in one day joining the Anthony Nolan register to donate stem cells. 187 young people signed up to potentially save someone’s life.
Well done to our ‘School Champions’ Conor Tobin (6a1), Sara Inglis (6a2), Kirsty Toner (6a2), Claire Denham (6a3), Evie King (6a3), Matthew Waters (6a4), Anna Gallagher (6a4), Lucy Holmes (6a4), Eve McAuley (6a5), Erin McKay, Maria Higgins (6a9) and Anna Gallagher (6a4) who encouraged their peers to sign up and organised the timetable of appointments with the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service.
The Chemistry department were delighted to ward Caitlyn Martin (6a7) with the ‘Thomas McBrearty Award for Excellence in Chemistry.’ Caitlyn achieved the highest mark in the SQA Higher Chemistry exam and has been chosen as the recipient of this award in memory of Mr McBrearty. Caitlyn received a certificate and the Head Teacher’s medal in recognition of her outstanding achievement.
Well done to Amy Rooney (6a6) who was one of the top three highest achieving candidates in the 2017 Higher Modern Studies examination. She gained 100% in all papers.
Amy was awarded a trophy, framed certificate and a cheque for £50 at the Modern Studies Association Conference on Saturday 4 November. She was also awarded the Head Teacher medal for her outstanding efforts.
On Tuesday 7 November we held an information evening for pupils who have applied for Medicine and Dentistry focusing on interview technique.
Many thanks to Dr Liam Harkins, Mr Umberto Fazzi, Dr Paul Edgar, Dr Val Dudgeon, Orla Kelly, Sophie MacLean and Matthew Cousins for going through what to expect in the interview process including types of questions and how to approach answering them.
On Tuesday 14 November we will be running a Live Q&A for students who are interested in degrees offered by our School of Education. The event will run from 3-5pm and University of Glasgow staff will be available during this time to answer questions on a range of topics from Admission to general University life.
