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Book Launch success at St. Paul’s High

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Talented artists at St. Paul’s have published their own graphic novel.

Moving On Up!

‘Moving On Up’ is a collection of short stories, crafted into one fantastic comic. The drawings are beautifully done, showing off the individual style of each artist. Ideal for anyone  who may be facing a challenge, such as moving to secondary school, but also just great fun and a treat to read.

The seven members of St. Paul’s Cool Comics Club completed the graphic novel at their meetings in the school library. The sessions were supported by renowned graphic novelist, Neil Slorance.

The project was funded and supported by the Scottish Book Trust Author Residency programme, where an author or graphic novelist is matched up to a school to work together over several months, an honour given to very few schools. https://www.scottishbooktrust.com/writing-and-authors/live-literature/school-residencies/introducing-live-literature-school-residencies

The Book Launch, organised by the English dept., took place in the school library last week, and was attended by parents, friends, members of the school community, and Glasgow Libraries, who were all delighted to see the finished graphic novel. The Cool Comics Club members were on hand to chat and autograph copies.

Comics Club authors, Mrs Barcia and Neil at the Book Launch

At the launch, it was clear how proud everyone is of this fantastic project. The original idea was devised by Cat McGlinn – St. Paul’s former school librarian, and supported throughout by Mrs Barcia – English teacher, and Alison West – Glasgow Libraries. Neil congratulated the authors and said that it had been a pleasure to work with them. Likewise, everyone thoroughly enjoyed working with Neil. This was a great partnership.

While the celebration is now over, the artists can be confident that many readers will enjoy ‘Moving On Up’, and will be inspired by the themes of self-belief and resilience in the book. This shining example of good practice may well inspire other schools and comics fans to achieve their dreams.

by FK, Glasgow Libraries- School Library Service

Holocaust commemoration week @St Mungo’s

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Holocaust Memorial Day 2026

The 27th of January marks the International Day of Commemoration in memory of the victims of the Holocaust. To honour this solemn occasion, students from the Rights Respecting Group have created a powerful commemorative display. The display showcases a collection of books that explore the tragedy of the Holocaust, reminding us of the importance of remembrance and the responsibility we all share to learn from history and ensure that its mistakes are never repeated.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Throughout the week, 13 classes visited the library for a special lesson centered on White Bird by R.J. Palacio. This powerful graphic novel beautifully illustrates the importance of standing against cruelty and recognising our collective responsibility to challenge injustice. While White Bird tells a poignant story set during the Holocaust, it also serves as a lens to explore broader themes such as bullying, kindness, empathy, and resilience.

Designed for S1 and S2 students, the lesson takes place over two or three library periods, blending discussion, analysis, reading, and creative activities to deepen students’ understanding and engagement with these important themes.

White Bird - A Wonder Story (A Graphic | Extra

 

For additional context and engagement, students also watched the trailer of the book adaptation. This multimedia element provides a visual and emotional perspective on the story, helping to bring it to life and inspiring students to explore the novel or graphic novel further.

To bring the lesson to life and encourage participation, the final activity involves creating origami birds. These birds will be added to our Holocaust memorial display, transforming it into a vibrant, participatory tribute. This hands-on task allows students to connect their creative expression to the themes of hope and remembrance, reinforcing the importance of learning from history and standing up against injustice.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This lesson is not only an opportunity to educate students about the Holocaust but also a chance to instill values of kindness, compassion, and courage while emphasising the importance of standing against discrimination in all its forms. By combining literature, film, art, and hands-on activities, we hope to create a meaningful and lasting learning experience for our students.