Oh my god, the end of Transition Year is actually here. It is so hard to believe. The year has flown by so quickly. But time flies when you're having fun I suppose. Transition Year has been a great year for me, and I really am so glad that I did it, but on the other hand, I'm looking forward to what fifth year will bring and getting back into routine.
It seems like only yesterday that we were getting our Junior Cert results. I've done so much throughout the year, which i have mentioned in previous blogs so I won't bore you and repeat them! I feel I got so much out of the year and that I really tried my best. I have made so many friends it's crazy, people I rarely used to talk to.
I feel I have matured throughout the year and I now feel more confident going into Fifth Year than I would have been last year. I am so grateful that our school has Transition Year and that I had the chance to take part in a wonderful year of opportunities. This is the last time I will blog in Transition Year *tear*
Over and out,
Emma.
Thursday 24 May 2012
Wednesday 16 May 2012
All good things come to an end..
We have eight full days left in Transition Year and I still cannot believe that the year is almost over. It feels like only yesterday that we were being divided into our classes on the first day of Transition Year. But as they say, time flies when you're having fun, right?
All we can do now, is make the most of our last few days before we are known as 'Fifth Years'. I am shivering just thinking about it. I am actually so sad that it is almost over. I have met some amazing people and made some amazing memories, from swimming miles with my classmates to climbing a mountain in Carlingford.
I feel that I have got out of the year what I have put into it. I was organised with schoolwork and I feel I had a positive attitude towards my classmates and teachers. I have taken the opportunities as they have come, which is what Transition Year is all about. I feel I have matured a lot and got more confident than I was this time last year.
For the last week of Transition Year, we are wrapping up our projects and doing class tests in order to get everything finished for next week. Next week, we are doing all our preparation for TY night. Our parents will get the chance to see what we have really been up to and we will get to perform dances such as zumba and Charleston which we did as part of our activities on a Thursday afternoon. We will also be receiving our new TY hoodies with our names on the back. A great night will be had by all!
For now, I will make the most of these last few days of a great year.
Thursday 10 May 2012
Sci-fest 2012
Yesterday, the 9th of May, all Transition Years headed off to IT Tallaght for the Annual 'Sci-fest' Competition. The competition is a great opportunity for students who did not necessarily make it into The 'Young Scientist' Exhibition. Students displayed and presented their projects in front of judges and experience science is a fun and interesting way.
I did my project with Helen. Our project was titled 'Which section of the tongue is most sensitive?' The judging went well however we did not win a prize but we still were glad that we took part. We also had the opportunity to go to talks during the day. I went to the talk about using science to solve crime and another talk which involved blowing up stuff like jelly babies! I found the crime talk very interesting as one of my work experiences was in the forensics in Phoenix Park.
Unfortunately we were made wait an hour to hear who won the prizes. On the plus side, many of our students won prizes so well done to them! Overall, it was a good day, despite the waiting around it was quite fun and I enjoyed it.
E.
I did my project with Helen. Our project was titled 'Which section of the tongue is most sensitive?' The judging went well however we did not win a prize but we still were glad that we took part. We also had the opportunity to go to talks during the day. I went to the talk about using science to solve crime and another talk which involved blowing up stuff like jelly babies! I found the crime talk very interesting as one of my work experiences was in the forensics in Phoenix Park.
Unfortunately we were made wait an hour to hear who won the prizes. On the plus side, many of our students won prizes so well done to them! Overall, it was a good day, despite the waiting around it was quite fun and I enjoyed it.
E.
Wednesday 2 May 2012
Blog Challenge - Post a video in a Wall Post
Okay so we have been asked to post a video from Youtube and this one never seems to get old in my eyes. It is one of the most skillful and amazing things I have ever seen, and I feel so privileged to say that i witnessed this happen live. It will go down in G.A.A. and it's something that you don't see everyday.
The footballer in the video is Darran O'Sullivan, one of my idols and made enough, it's his birthday tomorrow, the 3rd of May!
Prepare to be amazed ...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8ymsQwl20M
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DARRAN :)
The footballer in the video is Darran O'Sullivan, one of my idols and made enough, it's his birthday tomorrow, the 3rd of May!
Prepare to be amazed ...
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K8ymsQwl20M
HAPPY BIRTHDAY DARRAN :)
Blog Challenge - What I have learned about myself in TY
I think I have benefited a lot more from TY than i originally thought i would. I've learned that I am motivated and when I have been given projects or other tasks that I have gotten straight into them and took instructions as to what to do and been enthusiastic towards the task.
I realised that I am quite punctual, in that I have always had homework, projects etc. in on time and never been late with work for the teachers. I found this an important skill to have in Transition Year because I am always busy and on my feet.
I've realised that I am more confident than I thought I was. I've been able to speak out loud in my language classes and speak my opinion in class discussions. I found this confidence useful when making friends with my fellow students in Banba. I did not know everyone at the start of the year and I am now friends with people I never was friends with before, which is a great thing.
I have learned that I am also very organised when it comes to just keeping on track with everything it Transition Year. I have to be able to keep all my work together, for projects etc. I feel Transition Year has made me a better person.
I realised that I am quite punctual, in that I have always had homework, projects etc. in on time and never been late with work for the teachers. I found this an important skill to have in Transition Year because I am always busy and on my feet.
I've realised that I am more confident than I thought I was. I've been able to speak out loud in my language classes and speak my opinion in class discussions. I found this confidence useful when making friends with my fellow students in Banba. I did not know everyone at the start of the year and I am now friends with people I never was friends with before, which is a great thing.
I have learned that I am also very organised when it comes to just keeping on track with everything it Transition Year. I have to be able to keep all my work together, for projects etc. I feel Transition Year has made me a better person.
Blog Challenge - Best Moment of TY so far
My favourite moment of Transition Year so far? I don't think i could choose but a few definitely stick out for me.
1. - Completing 4 miles swam with my group of friends at 'Swim a Mile'.
2.- Reaching the top of the mountain at Gaisce
3. - The Bank Launch and meeting Kildare hero, Johnny Doyle
I personally have really enjoyed Transition Year so far and I think there is has been way too many good moments so far this year but these three have definitely been my favourites.
Completing the 4 miles was amazing because I was so proud of myself and my friends that we did this challenge for such a great cause.
Reaching the top of the mountain at Gaisce was the most rewarding feeling of Transition Year. It was something I wasn't told to do, but that I actually volunteered to do it and the view was simply beautiful.
The Bank Launch was a success with the Original Rudeboys but having a good oul' chat with the man himself Johnny Doyle was a brilliant moment. Meeting somebody that you look up to is simply a great feeling.
1. - Completing 4 miles swam with my group of friends at 'Swim a Mile'.
2.- Reaching the top of the mountain at Gaisce
3. - The Bank Launch and meeting Kildare hero, Johnny Doyle
I personally have really enjoyed Transition Year so far and I think there is has been way too many good moments so far this year but these three have definitely been my favourites.
Completing the 4 miles was amazing because I was so proud of myself and my friends that we did this challenge for such a great cause.
Reaching the top of the mountain at Gaisce was the most rewarding feeling of Transition Year. It was something I wasn't told to do, but that I actually volunteered to do it and the view was simply beautiful.
The Bank Launch was a success with the Original Rudeboys but having a good oul' chat with the man himself Johnny Doyle was a brilliant moment. Meeting somebody that you look up to is simply a great feeling.
Gaisce - what an amazing experience
On Friday afternoon, 30 Transition Years set off for Kippure in County Wicklow for the Gaisce Hike. We were all full of excitements and all of our bags were ready to burst with the amount of food and clothes we were bringing! I don't think anybody knew how good this experience was going to be. The journey was less than an hour to our destination which was good because i sometimes get travel sickness. We arrived at 4:20 and we were told by the instructors to be ready for 4.30. We threw all our belongings into our quite luxurious homes we were staying in and we were all kitted out in our rain gear and boots and we were looking smashing!
On the first day we were going to hike 13km and on the second we would do 12km. It was very challenging but when we got to the top, the feeling of relief and the view made it so worth it! The way back down from the mountain each day was easier and we also ran a bit of it too! We all had so much fun on the way up and down, falling, laughing etc! The night we stayed over was perfect. We all stayed in groups and had our own house and the chance to make our own meals. We set the table like it was the last supper and all ate our dinners together and shared what we had. I'll never forget the two days, they simply could not have gone any better. I shared two amazing days with 30 amazing girls and not to forget Ms. H, Ms O'C and Mr.K! I'm so grateful for the opportunity to have done Gaisce and so glad that i did it :)
On the first day we were going to hike 13km and on the second we would do 12km. It was very challenging but when we got to the top, the feeling of relief and the view made it so worth it! The way back down from the mountain each day was easier and we also ran a bit of it too! We all had so much fun on the way up and down, falling, laughing etc! The night we stayed over was perfect. We all stayed in groups and had our own house and the chance to make our own meals. We set the table like it was the last supper and all ate our dinners together and shared what we had. I'll never forget the two days, they simply could not have gone any better. I shared two amazing days with 30 amazing girls and not to forget Ms. H, Ms O'C and Mr.K! I'm so grateful for the opportunity to have done Gaisce and so glad that i did it :)
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