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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Made in Dach

Our Year 10 students, who study German at school, took part in an activity MADE IN DACH (Germany, Austria, and Switzerland).  During this activity, the students had the opportunity to show their talents in drama, music, technology, literature etc.  in connection with famous personalities coming from German speaking countries.  Our students prepared presentations, charts and edited some videos.  All this was then uploaded on the Department of German site.  Finally, the students were awarded a certificate of participation, while the school was given a resource pack to be used during the German classes.  We would like to thank our German teacher, Mr Parascandolo for his work and initiative.

 

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Lenten Spiritual Ezercises

Tuesday 7th March 2023 was a special day at St Michael School. Since we are during the season of Lent, the day was dedicated to spiritual exercises. This year being the 25th anniversary of the passing away of Gilbert Simiana, we shed light on his life as a faithful example and authentic witness to all students and members of staff. Gilbert died at tender age of 15, and his level of holiness and closeness to Jesus Christ still amazes us today, even during a long period of illness that caused him a lot of pain.

On the day, all Forms were assigned to a MUSEUM Centre where they heard the testimony of a person who had known or taught Gilbert Simiana. Also, reflections were shared and activities were organised for all students to be inspired and try and emulate Gilbert’s example in their personal life.

The 7th of March coincided with the anniversary of the founding of the MUSEUM by St George Preca in 1907.

     

      

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Year 8 Interschools Football Tournament

On Thursday, 2nd March nine Year 8 students took part in an Inter Schools Football Tournament at St Martins College.   A total of fourteen schools took part in this tournament.   Our school played in Group B with the Verdala schools, St Martin, San Anton and San Andrea.  They won three games and came draw with San Andrea.  With this total they placed first in Group B with 10 points.

During the last round, the three teams who won the groups, played against each other.  Our school team won over Stella Maris and lost with Savio College.  With this result we placed second.

We congratulate and thank our students who offered their service to take part in this tournament.  We also thank Mr Luke Borg, our PE teacher who accompanied our students.

 

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Prayers around the Relic of the Blessed Carlo Acutis

On Tuesday, 28th February we experienced a lovely moment as all the school gathered around the relic of the Blessed Carlo Acutis.  During this celebration we sang, reflected, watched video clips, and prayed.  We thank our school Pastoral Team for this initiative.

We pray to Carlo to give the grace to our students to follow in his example, be kind to each other, adore the Holy Eucharist and use carefully social media.  Blessed Carlo Acutis pray for us.

   

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Visit to our School by Bishop Joe Alessandro OFM Cap.

In 1994 Bishop Alessandro was shot and seriously injured during his way back home to Garissa, Kenya.  Bishop Alessandro together with Sig Gerardo Monopoli, ex-policeman from Campania led a cineforum addressed to our Year 10 students.  Together they spoke about Don Peppe Diana who was killed 29 years ago by the Napolitan Mafia (Camorra).  Don Diana’s message is one of justice, hope and Christian love.  This message was transmitted by Sig Gerardo who spent two years with Don Peppe at the Naples Seminary.  Our students truly appreciated this message.  At the end of the meeting we presented Bishop Alessandro with the books “Knisja u Mafja” and “L-Iskola St Michael, l-Għaxqa ta’ San Ġorġ Preca” both books written by Mr Aloisio.

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Parenting Skills Course

On Thursday, 23rd February we had the first session of a Parenting Skills Course.  This course is being given by Ms Joyce Callus M.A.(Lond) B.A. Dip Soc Std Counsellor, Specialised area – Adlerian Psychology & Youth.  We appreciate the attendance  of a number of parents who attended for this course.

If anyone else is interested to attend, even if his children do not attend our school, they can send an email on [email protected]

 

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Ash Wednesday – Beginning of Lent

On Wednesday, 22nd February  we celebrated Ash Wednesday.  This celebration which took place in the school hall started by an address by our Chaplain who spoke about Carlo Acutis and Gilbert Simiana.  These two youths are an example to our students and to everyone because although they faced many challenges, they never lost hope in God.  During this Lenten period we plan to organise a number of events for our students to help them learn more about Carlo Acutis and Gilbert Simiana and the life they led when they were alive.

During the homily, Fr Carl who celebrated mass, reminded us that Lent is not only the time to make sacrifices by not eating sweets, but also to manage time better.  He also highlighted the importance of prayer and charity during this time.

Finally, the Headmaster urged that another form of sacrifice can be more commitment by everyone to carry out our duties in the best way possible.  He also announced that at school we shall have a charity box for all those who wish to offer donations for charity.

 

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Sports Day 2023

On Friday, 17th February we celebrated Sports Day at our School.  After days of cold weather, heavy rain, and windy days today it was the perfect sunny day.  Students entered school wearing different coloured t-shirts according to their respective Houses.  They were full of energy and enthusiasm for the day ahead.  Soon after assembly, the Sports Day kicked off with a parade from all the Houses.

During this Sports Day, our students had the opportunity to take part in Obstacle Races, Relay Races, Dodge Ball, Water Dodge Ball, Sumo Fights, Hanging Challenges, Table Tennis and Chess.  The highlight of the day was the Futsal Tournament for the Year 11 students and at 2pm everyone gathered in the gym for the final between the Phoenician House and The Normans, which was eventually won by the Phoenicians.

The Headmaster thanked the students for their attendance and for their well-behaved participation throughout the Sports Day.  He then announced the winners of Sports Day 2023 who were the Cavaliers.

We would like to thank our PE teachers, Mr Luke Borg, and Mr Luke Busuttil for organising this Sports Day.  Thank you also to the House Leaders and all members of staff for their commitment in guiding and supporting our students during the races, and to all those members of staff who prepared the hot dogs to make this day an even more special one.  Thanks also to Mr Calleja for taking care of the sound and the music, Mr Abela for taking care of the injured in the clinic, and Mr Micallef and his team for co-ordinating the points through an IT system.  We would also like to thank Mr Galea Pirotta and Mr Ian Borg for taking photos and videos and capturing lovely shots of this memorable event.

After a tiring day a sports day entails, we all deserve a short break.  Happy Carnival holidays to everyone.  Tomorrow we shall be publishing more photos.

Sports Day Highlights https://youtu.be/D_eG6Qh9Xxk  – Video editing: Mr Ian Borg. Photos: Mr Neville Galea Pirotta and Mr Ian Borg.

 

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Macbeth at the Manoel Theatre

On Thursday, 16th February our Year 10 and Year 11 students who learn literature went for an outing at the Manoel Theatre to watch the play Macbeth by William Shakespeare.  We would like to thank our English teachers who took this initiative and offered this experience to our students.

 

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