8 Nov 2024
Diverse Voices
An important job of the Inclusion Committee is to give everyone a voice. Sometimes we might unintentionally overlook the voices of those from a minority group and miss a valuable chance to learn more about our wonderfully diverse school community. In this regular feature, we hope to share the interesting stories of students from diverse backgrounds.
Name: Jessie Larkin
Age: 16
Year: TY, 4.5
Home: Wexford Town
Favourite Food: Strawberries
Favourite TV Show: Beavis & Butthead- the original series
Favourite Subjects:
Art, Philosophy & History
Favourite Hobby:
Art- painting and sketching
What I Like about School:
I like being with my friends. I like how a lot of subjects in TY teach you how to run a business as this is something I would like to do when I’m older. I would love to run my own tattoo parlour.
Inclusion Committee:
Since I was younger, I thought more communities should be included and recognised in schools. It doesn’t matter if someone is gay, trans, lesbian or if they are from a different ethnicity, culture or race. If they are not harming anyone then I don’t see why we shouldn’t include them as equals in school communities. By joining the Inclusion Committee, I can be part of a group that can change things for the better. The more members there are on the committee, the more likely it is that we can bring about change for the better.
Aspect of Inclusion:
I’m not necessarily more interested in one particular area. I think when we say ‘inclusion’, that should mean everyone.
Stand Up Week, Monday 4th November to Friday 8th November 2024:
I think Stand Up Week is a good thing because not a lot of people fully understand LGBTQ+. The more information we give, the more people understand, and this means less discrimination and reminds people that we are all human. Last year, the Inclusion Committee put up labels of different sexualities and identities during Stand-Up Week. I saw my identity displayed, which is omnisexual. This means I love all genders but have a slight preference for one of them. I also identify as transgender. Seeing that label and explanation displayed made me feel happy and seen.
I’m excited about the Rainbow Bake Sale to raise money for Belong To which is taking place on Friday the 8th of November in school. I’m going to make my signature cookies. I made them for my granny’s birthday barbeque, and they were a big hit! I’m going to decorate them with different colours of icing to fit in with the rainbow theme. I’m not going to enter them in the ‘Spill the Tea’ Bake Off as I don’t enjoy competition, but I hope the students like them.
My Message for Stand-Up Week:
I’m a human, just as you are. Be kind.
Stand Up Week 2024
Well done to all entries in todays “Rainbow Bake Sale” in aid of BelongTo. Over 300 euro was raised so thank you to all who contributed. The winners of the bake sale were Pixie Lou Roche in 2.4 and Ashley Howlin in 4.2. This years message is to always “Stand up for your LGBTQ friends”
Geography Field Trip
Yesterday our Sixth Year Geography students had an amazing hands-on learning experience as we visited the beautiful Rosslare Strand! From studying coastal erosion to examining the unique features of the landscape, the trip brought our classroom lessons to life.
LCA Hotel and Catering
Yesterday LCA Class prepared an American themed meal as part of Hotel and Catering module. They made hot dogs, mini burgers and Mac & Cheese. For dessert they enjoyed two types of Crumble Cookies
Hockey
Loreto Wexford First Year B Team played a 1-1 draw against St. Leo’s Carlow yesterday in an exciting hockey match. Well done to both teams for their hard work and sportsmanship! Keep it up, ladies!
Congratulations also to the Loreto Wexford Minor-A hockey team on their fantastic 2-1 victory against St Leo’s Carlow today! Goals from Tara Wildes and Aisling Enright secured the win for the team. A huge well done to all the players for their hard work and determination!
Camogie
Congratulations to the Loreto students playing with St. Annes who won the division 2 shield camogie final recently. From left to right Anna Benson(captain) Aoife Ryan, Ava Murphy, Sarah Berry, Amy Berry, Marykate Cullen. Well done girls
Soccer
Congratulations to our senior soccer team for advancing to the last 16 in the Senior A Cup after a great win in Anfield Stadium recently. Employing heavy metal football the girls ran out comfortable winners. They’ll be facing Presentation Wexford next in the El Wexico derby!
Equestrian
Looking forward to a great day this Sunday 10th November for the Equestrian Interschools Ireland show hosted by Loreto Wexford. Lots on offer including great prizes for showjumping, cake sale and raffle.
November Exams
Winter Exams in Loreto will begin on Tuesday 26th November as on the school calendar. Today, begins the 20-day countdown! Put your revision plan in action now! Exam timetable will be available early next week.
Study Clix
A reminder to 5th & 6th years to use their Studyclix account to support their revision. Please see the benefits below. If you need something to help you resist scrolling on your phone, download the Flora or Forest app as shown in the image above to keep you focused.
Lauryn Tracy TY
Lauryn Tracy recently appeared on Beat102/103 creating her very own radio program that aired on Thursday 31st of Oct. Such a great opportunity for Lauryn to showcase her talent by going live on various shows throughout the week.
Dates to note:
Tues 12th Nov– Study Skills for 6th Year students
Wed 13th Nov– 3rd Year Parent-Teacher meeting (16:15- 18:45)
Mon 11th to Fri 15th Nov – Anti-Bullying Week
Mon 18th to Fri 22nd– College Awareness Week
Mon 18th Nov – Careers Fair for TY, 5th & 6th Year Students – 18:30pm
Tues 26th Nov– November Exams begin – Timetable to follow soon.
