EcoSchool Fieldwork at Buskett

Students forming part of the EcoSchools committee of our school together with the student council of Gozo College Agius De Soldanis Middle School participated in this outdoor session.
They observed and measured various weather parameters, tested water conditions using GLOBE protocols and even had a fun scavenger hunt to improve their observation skills. But it wasn’t all about science – the students also took the time to enjoy the peaceful silence of nature and used it as a source of inspiration for creative writing
It’s amazing how much we can learn and be inspired by our natural surroundings! It was a fantastic way to connect with nature and deepen our understanding of the world around us.
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Dutch Teachers and Students visit our School

Cultural and Friendship Experience – On Tuesday, 21st March we welcomed a group of Dutch students and their teachers from Lek en Linge School in Culemborg, Holland.  This visit was organised through the Global Education Agency.  After a short meeting in the Headmaster’s office the Dutch students and their teachers had a school tour and later a meeting in the school hall with our Year 10 students.  During this ice breaking session presentations of both schools were featured, and the students shared experiences together.  The Dutch students were then invited to follow ICT, Home Economics, Economics and Graphical Communication lessons whilst their teachers had a meeting with the Headmaster.  The rest of the time was spent in the gym and in the ground playing games organised by our PE teachers.  It was indeed an enriching experience!  We would like to thank Mr Johann Tabone who co-ordinated this visit and the members of staff who helped during this experience.

 

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Year 11 Last Examination

After five years sharing experiences together, including the restrictions caused by Covid-19, Monday, 20th March was the last day when our Year 11 students had an exam altogether.  For this purpose, we organised a gathering in the school ground where we had time to talk to them and share some food together.  We wish them all the very best for the rest of the mock exams and for their up-coming SEC examinations.

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Helping Hand at the Soup Kitchen

On Thursday, 16th March six students who take Prince’s Trust lessons at our school were invited together with their teachers to give a helping hand at the Soup Kitchen run by the Order of Friars Minor (Franciscan).  There they helped prepare meals for homeless people and carried out other duties like cleaning.  They also had the opportunity to talk with those who came to eat and sadly realised how many people in Malta need care, not only for basic needs but also because they lack company and opening up with others.  It was indeed an emotional experience which helped our students appreciate the daily blessings we live with every day.  We would like to thank Mr Luke Borg and Ms Laura Cachia who offered this opportunity to our students.

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Theatre in Education

Skiet Li Jtarrax  – Our Year 10 students visited the Manoel Theatre Studios.  The Drama Unit (MEYR) organised this exercise as part of the Education in Theatre in collaboration with the Manoel Theatre and the National School Support Services.  The drama ‘Is-Skiet li Jtarrax’ relates about child sexual abuse.  Our students were accompanied by the Guidance and Religion teachers.  Next week the discussion will continue in class, during the PSCD lessons.

 

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Lenten Celebration

On Friday, 17th March a number of students together with their parents joined us for an evening of prayer and reflection in preparation for Easter. This celebration was based on the five stations of the Way of the Cross.  The evening was characterised with readings from the Bible, features, prayers, experiences, confession sessions and adoration of the Holy Eucharist.  This celebration reached the climax when everyone gathered around the crucifix for a moment of adoration.  We would like to thank the Pastoral Team who prepared this celebration which will remain in our hearts forever.

 

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Parents Day

On Tuesday 14th and Wednesday 15th March our students’ parents were invited over to school to meet the teachers to discuss the progress of their child.  We would like to thank the parents for attending eagerly and we appreciate their interest in their child’s education.  Thank you all for your co-operation.

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A Year 9 student placed second in the Subbuteo Grand Prix

Robert Farrugia Randon, a Year 9 student placed second in the Subbuteo Grand Prix held in Mons, Belgium.  Robert is the youngest member of the Subbuteo Club in Attard.  He also formed part of the team of the Attard Subbuteo Club and participated in the competition between teams.

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Building a Financial Capable Generation

Friday 3rd and 10th March a group of Year 9 and 10 students who study Economics at school , took part in sessions related to Financial Literacy organized by JA Malta as part of the project – Building a Financial Capable Generation.  Our students discussed themes related with profit and loss, saving and loaning money, types of bank accounts, budgeting, and other related topics.  The aim of these sessions was to help our students be aware and learn how to manage their finances and what decisions to take in this regard.  During this activity they had various games related with the themes discussed.  After this session, our students were awarded a certificate of participation.

We would like to thank Ms Vanessa Mc Donald from JA Malta for these interesting sessions and Ms Josianne Debono Tanti  who co-ordinated and assisted the students during this project.

 

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Young Parliamentarians #ejjewniddibattu (#letsdebate)

Friday, 12th March  six of our Year 10 students, took part in the first phase of the Young Parliamentarians #letsdebate, organised yearly by the Youth Agency.  During these last three months, these students prepared themselves for these debates and today they successfully won the first round.  They competed with five other schools from Malta and Gozo.  The final shall now be held on 23rd March at the Parliament Building in Valletta.  We would like to thank the Youth Agency for this opportunity and Ms Yanica Camilleri, Youth Worker, who supported and helped our students prepare for this debate. We would also like to thanks Ms Smith, Mr Galea and Mr Camilleri Haber who chose, prepared and accompanied our students.  We wish them every success!

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