Between Wednesday, 17th and Friday, 20th October, Mr Savona together with two co-ordinators who work for the EcoSchool project took part in an International Conference of the Globe in Riga, Latvia. During this conference they presented projects done by Maltese schools. They were also trained about new protocols. On Friday they had a school visit and they spent time in a National Park in Riga.
On Thursday, 19th October the Year 7 and 8 students participated in the National Book Festival at the MFCC ta’ Qali. Upon arriving they were given vouchers to buy books from various stands selling books suitable for children. The students also watched a theatre representation about the world of books and various interviews with renowned Maltese authors. Our students showed great enthusiasm and we encourage them to visit our school library more often to borrow books. Two of our teachers are authors of a good number of books and we promote reading as a good source of knowledge.
With deep sadness we announce that Pierre Formosa, a Year 9 student from our school has passed away while he was abroad for treatment. Pierre was following online lessons when we received the sad news. This morning we announced the sad news to our Year 9 students and classmates of Pierre. Later all the school was informed of this terrible news. We are all so shocked and saddened by this sudden loss. The Guidance teachers, the Counsellor, and Assistant Heads together with professionals from the Secretariat offered help and support for the whole day.
The Board of Directors, the Administrative Team and all the staff of St Michael School would like to express their sincere condolences to the parents and relatives of dearest Pierre. Only faith can sustain us during this difficult time. May God grant him eternal rest.
Details of the funeral will be announced later.
It is always a pleasure for us to meet with you parents. During this week we had the opportunity to meet all the parents of our students. These are important meetings where we discussed the educational programme for this scholastic year.
We appreciate the attendance, and the interest you parents show towards the education of your children.
Year 11: Tuesday 3rd October at 8.50am
Years 7 & 8: Thursday 5th October at 6.30pm
Years 9 & 10: Friday 6th October at 6.30pm
These are important meetings. We encourage you to do your utmost to attend.
On Friday, 29th September at school we celebrated the feast of our Patron Saint. The celebration started with a dialogue between Saint Michael and the Angels.
Soon after Rev Dr Carl Mario Sultana celebrated mass which was animated by the school band. After everyone was treated to a piece of Maltese timpana in the school garden. We pray to St Michael to protect and guide us.
Yesterday we welcomed back our Year 8, 9, 10 and 11 students. Everything ran smoothly as planned, and at 08:00 everyone, staff, and students gathered in the school hall.
The Headmaster shared some thoughts about the educational vision of our school and urged the students to behave appropriately and in a mature way. Soon after the students were entertained with a pleasant feature animated with songs and photos related to activities held during the holidays. The day proceeded with meetings with the respective assistant heads of each year group. The students then had the opportunity to meet their teachers according to the timetable. We wish a fruitful year full of positive experiences to all our students.
On Monday 25th September we welcomed our new Year 7 students at school. After mass celebration we held meetings for the students and a quiz about the school history.
We congratulate our students and wish them and their parents five years of memorable and enriching experiences.
“Thank you Lord God and forgive me Lord God, you are so good and merciful.”
With the help of this prayer we have to keep strengthening our attitude of gratefulness and praise to our Lord.
We thank Mr Warren Busuttil who designed this poster and Mr Carmel Caruana who with the help of other staff members fixed this poster in the school ground.
The bad news is: time flies. The good news is: you’re the pilot. ~Michael Altshuler
It’s school time again! You’re probably feeling excited and maybe a little sad that summer is over. Some students feel nervous or a little scared on the first day of school especially the new comers because of all the new things: new teachers, new friends, and even a new school. Luckily, these “new” worries only stick around for a little while.
These are some tips for good school days:
* Get enough sleep.
* Eat a healthy breakfast.
* Try your best.
* Develop good work habits, like writing down your assignments and turning in your homework on time.
* Take your time with school work. If you don’t understand something, ask for help.
* Keep a focused mind and sense of humour.
During this year try to make a new friends, so try to say hello to students you know and new ones that you don’t. Make the first move and you’ll be glad you did and so will your new friend!
We wish you all a successful scholastic year, full of learning experiences and joyful activities.