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Welcome to the fifth and final Newbridge College Press of our academic year!

This edition looks back in celebration of some of the academic, sporting and social achievements of our students and also shares the reflections of our departing sixth years. With an eye to the wonderful summer break that lies ahead we have some great tips on how to make the most of the long sunshine-filled days.

If you missed the Variety Show, Daniel McConnell helps us to relive the excitement of the night and the wonderful display of talent in support of Barretstown’s great work. Many of us leave for the summer break safe in the knowledge that we will return to the familiar school setting and friendly faces in August. Not so our sixth years who head off in search of new adventures as a new chapter opens in their lives. We hope that their fond and humorous reflections on their time in Newbridge College will resonate with you all.

Our “Around the School” feature brings home just how busy our students have been and the successes that they have enjoyed in quizzes, philosophical competitions, and a host of sporting activities. The sporting theme continues to feature strongly and in this edition, we put a spotlight on the Doyle and Skoyles Cups, both of which celebrate the grit and determination of our pupils.

As the Summer stretches ahead, take on board some of the amazing suggestions for summer reading, movies to catch and activities that you can enjoy alone or with family and friends such as cooking, playing games and getting the most from those summer festivals. Most importantly, don’t forget to check out our fantastic personality quiz and discover which seabird you are – a vital piece of information for all of our readers!

For those moving on, we wish you every success and happiness and for those returning we wish you a safe, happy, and fun-filled summer break and we look forward to connecting again next year through our next edition of NCP.

Contents

Editorial

Summer Reading – Bo

YanXu

Things to do during the summer - Niamh Holland

Doyle and Skoyles Cup –

Isabel

Movie reviews - Rachel

O'Rourke

What Seabird are you - Heidi

Beary

Variety Show - Daniel

McConnell

6th years

Orlaith Gavin and Alexandra Patchell reflect on their time in Newbridge College.

Around the School

Summer Stars

Summer Stars is the free national reading programme for children that takes place in all public libraries and online each summer. It runs from 13th June - 31st August 2022.

Below are some of the top recommended summer reads for teenagers...

Places We've Never Been by Kasie West

Holding Up the Universe by Jennifer Niven

Those Summer Nights by Laura Silverman

Nick and Charlie by Alice Oseman

We Were Liars by E. Lockhart

A Thousand Heartbeats by Kiera Cass

Dance of Thieves by Mary E. Pearson

The Girl in the Castle by James Patterson

Never Ever Getting Back Together by Sophie

Gonzales

It's Not Summer Without You by Jenny Han

Doyle’s Cup: Winner (Max’s Mini Coopers)

What do you think went well with the match?

I think we worked very hard and very well as a team. Everyone played well and all contributed!

How do you think your team played?

I think everyone played well, we got the first touch and scored right away. We got a try straight away, it was a level match but we pulled ahead and won by a large margin!

Is there anything you think your team was particularly good at?

My team had a very good backline – they are very fast and good at getting past defence. My team were not too cocky and we had some experienced players as well – for example – Declan Coleman and Peter Murphy (2nd Year) and Saul Brewster (1st Year).

Is there anything you think you could have done better?

I think we had a very strong defence. If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Definitely speed!!

Jack Garvey

Doyle’s Cup: Runner – Up (Jack’s Jaguars)

What did you think went well with the match?

I thought everyone enjoyed the match!

How do you think your team played?

My team didn’t play as well as we had in the semi-final as we had a few injuries, but we still played very well!

Is there anything you think your team was particularly good at?

My team was particularly good at making tackles

Is there anything you think you could have done better?

I think as a team our rucking could have been better.

If you could have any superpower, what would it be?

I’d definitely choose super speed!

Skoyle’s Cup: Winner (Holland’s Hero’s)

What did you think went well with the match?

Tough – even on both tams – great skill on both – we made a great comeback – went to penalties

How do you think your team played? with passion – determined to win -

Is there anything you think your team was particularly good at? defending - teamwork

Is there anything you think you could have done better? took chances a bit more.If you could have any superpower, what would it be? time travel – so not late – back in time

Skoyle’s Cup: Runner – Up (Scott’s Starburst)

What did you think went well with the match?

I think it went well It was a tough match and both teams played really well It was a super match by them {Holland’s Hero’s}. We were winning by half time - we had scored one point and tried to get another before it went to penalties.

How do you think your team played?

I think the team played well - I’m super happy and proud of the team. They really wanted to win and had great determination!

Is there anything you think your team was particularly good at?

We really had great driving and determination!

Is there anything you think you could have done better?

I don’t really think so, we really have improved as a team already We all work well together!

If you could have any superpower, what would it be? Flying would be cool!

As the holidays fast approach the weather is shaping up to be glorious. However, if you want a break from the UV rays, why not bathe in the warm glow of your local cinema screen. Here are some of our top pics for movies to see over the summer.

Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3. Summer Movies: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. ...

Knights of the Zodiac. ...

Fast X. ...

The Little Mermaid. ...

Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse. ...

Transformers: Rise of the Beasts. ...

The Flash. ...

Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.

WHICH SEABIRD ARE YOU? WHICH SEABIRD ARE YOU? WHICH SEABIRD ARE YOU?

Q.1 What’s your favourite food?

A Some nice salty chips

B Canned fish Some sardines please!

C I’m fairly easygoing, I’ll eat whatever

D I love white bread

Q.2 What’s your dream holiday?

A A beach day out

B There’s nothing like standing on a rocky cliff and looking out at the ocean I can just taste the salty air

C It's not about where you're going but who you’re going with. I like to always have my friends with me

D A lovely meadow picnic beside a pond

Q.3 What’s your favourite Hobby?

A I’m quite an explorer, you can find me miles from home

B I love to snuggle into a cosy burrow and read a good book

C I’m a super social bird so I’m always doing something with my friends, whether we’re hunting or just hanging out

D I love to paddle around the water and sunbathe on the riverbed

Q.4 What’s your favourite colour?

A Yellow B Red C Orange D Green

Q.5 What’s Your Favourite Time of Day?

A The afternoon. It’s the best time for peoplewatching

B I’m a dawn and dusk kinda bird

C You know that person you hear fumbling the fridge and midnight? That’s me.

D Any time suits me. I just get up and go to sleep whenever I feel like it

How would your friends describe you?

A I’m very decisive and people dont always get along with me but I’m not afraid to go after what I want

B I’m compassionate and a big hugger, although I can be a bit gull-able

C I’m very popular and am part of a dozen friend groups. Sometimes my schedule is a little too packed!

D I’m a very optimistic person who likes to live in the moment and make the most of each day

Mostly As: Seagull

Although you can be a bit aggressive at times, you’re a very admirable bird. You’re very independent, (often seen flying even as far as Newbridge) and you know how to overcome obstacles to get what you want, despite being a bit of a chip stealer!

Mostly Bs: Puffin

You’re a sweet and humble bird who loves nothing more then to to nestle away into a cosy burrow. You are nice to all those around you but sometimes you find it a bit hard to stick up for yourself

Mostly Cs: Penguin

You really are a social person, just like penguins who always stick in large huddles. You're a good natured and honest person although sometimes you can get a little too easily stressed out.

Mostly Ds: Duck

You’re a carefree optimistic person who loves nothing more than seeing where life takes them and making the most of each moment. You sometimes find it a little hard to commit to things though and don’t like to plan ahead.