Transition Year 2007-2008

Colaiste Uisce

This was a trip recently taken by Transition Years to Colaiste Uisce Bellmullet Co. Mayo.
There were many water activities such as sailing,  windsurfing  and surfing. Other activities which happened on land were archery and rock climbing. The whole trip was done through irish.

pal

The mock trials competition PAL began for all TY students recently - two barristers spent two days in the school introducing pupils to the court system.  Shortly a team to represent the school in the competition will be selected.

mog - car-safety course

Good fun on a serious subject - a porta-trailer with a crashed car brought home to TY pupils the reality of dangerous driving

creative dance workshops

Pupils in this option had the good fortune to experience working with two professional companies in the Hawks Well Theatre.  They learnt to choreograph their own piece with Transitions Dance Company (London) and did acrobatic work with Fidget Feet!

Safepass

Twelve TY pupils completed a course which enables them to work on building sites, in architects offices and allied areas of occupation.

 

Poetryslam

All 85 TY pupils took to writing poetry with amazing results which surprised not only their teachers but themselves as well. many recited their work publicly and three were picked to represent the school in Galway.

 

Sponsored Swim

Once more the tradition of TY braving the cold of the December temperatures at Rosses Point was risen to!  The final total of monies raised still has to be confirmed - we presume the delay is the large amount that has to be totalled!

Safe Driving course

TY took part in a Safe Driving course hosted by Gills Driving School, Ballina. Half the day was theory in preperation for the Theory Test, and the other half of the day was spent driving. Everyone got a chance to drive a dually operated car. It was great fun! (No major crashes!)

 Killary Trip

All of TY went on a trip to Killary Adventure Centre during the year.  They were split into groups and did activities such as teambuilding, gorge walking, kayaking and high ledge activities.  Everyone in the group thoroughly enjoyed this trip!

Surfing Module

All Students are taking part in a four week surfing module out at Strandhill beach

 Eagle/Flying Sanctuary

Transition Year went on trip to an 'Eagle and Flying Bird Sanctuary'. We looked at a variety of birds and some other animals, then witnessed a great flying show.