CDVEC Cross Country
The annual CDVEC inter schools cross country took place on 15th November in the Phoenix Park. There were ‘ideal’ cross country conditions– plenty of rain and mud! Nevertheless all participants enjoyed the occasion.

There were several excellent individual performances by a number of Ringsend students including Ashlee Anne Dunne (1st place Minor Girls), Jordan Mitchell (2nd place Minor Boys), Karl Montgomery (2nd place Inter Boys), Rachael Byrne (3rd place Inter Girls).
The students also did exceptionally well in the team competitions where they achieved 1st place in Minor Girls and 3rd place in Minor Boys and Inter Girls.

As a result of their excellent performances the following students have qualified to join the Dublin Cross Country Team which will compete against the Galway Team in Mid December: Ashlee Anne Dunne, Nicole McKeown, Jordan Mitchell, Ross Kemple, Rachael Byrne, Anthony Flood, Karl Montgomery.

Congratulations to all involved and good luck in December against Galway!

Night School
During this term the night school recommenced again with a range of interesting courses including many new ones. Among the new classes now offered are Chinese, Russian, Stained Glass, Bellydancing, African Drumming, Salsa, Swing Dance, Reiki along with the full range of our established popular courses. Enrolments for the next set of night classes take place on 15th January 2007

Outdoor Pursuits Trip
Early in the term 5th Years went on an Outdoor Pursuits trip to Glendalough. Their walk took them over the ‘Spink’ and then on down to the old mine workings at the head of Glendalough valley. Their experienced mountain leader Ronan gave them a great insight into the history and geology of the area. They returned to base via the old miners’ track and the Upper Lake. All had a most enjoyable day

Comhairle Na nÓg
Four students represented the school at the Comhairle na nÓg seminar in Temple Bar in October. The school’s representatives were Danielle Allen, Glen Kiernan, Glen Mc Garry, Donna Marie O’Neill. Among the items discussed were Homelessness and Fairtrade. All four were delighted at the opportunity given to them to meet representatives from other schools and to discuss these important issues.

DDDA Sound School
Recently, the students involved in Sound School were involved in a live broadcast on Anna Livia Radio. They had a 15-minute slot in which they interviewed some local personalities. The students involved, Stephen Fagan, Gerald McGauley and Aisling McNamee, have gained great experience since they commenced the project. As a result both Stephen and Gerald are undertaking a broadcasting course in the Digital Hub leading to a FETAC qualification.

Other Sports Results
The Inter Girls Team won the CDVEC inter schools soccer final, beating Larkin College

1st year Boys were runners up in 5-a-side Soccer and Gaelic competitions

Pictured above are Aisling McNamee and Stephen Fagan broadcasting for Sound School.
Right are Jonathan O’Dwyer and Ryan Glennon doing Outdoor Pursuits at Glendalough.