Achievements recognised

In her speech at the Prize Night Lynda McGarry, praised the hard work of staff and pupils which she described as being ‘the heart, the soul and the very pulse for why we exist’.

She said that the evening was to celebrate the pupils achievements and wish them every success as they progress.

“Special praise must also be given to those pupils, and teachers, within the following departments who in particular excelled this year: Double Award Science and Music - 100% A*-C grade passes, History 89.3%, Single Award Science 88.9% and Occupational Studies 87%. We celebrate the success achieved by young people of all abilities.

“It is highly evident from these excellent results, that the staff are using data to track pupil progress, set individual targets and are putting in place strategies to improve performance.

“This approach to differentiated learning means that all learning styles may be catered for, pupils can be challenged and everyone can fulfil their true potential. Last year, we focused on after school revision classes, study skills seminars and academic mentoring programmes to name but a few. We reap the benefits of all of these strategies.

“We wish to congratulate all of our pupils on the splendid results this year. Such achievements are a reflection of the dedicated, hardworking pupils who have been supported by excellent teachers, support staff and parents.

“We wish all of our pupils every success in the future and we trust that irrespective of their different levels of success, all of them will have happy and enriching lives, and that those lives will count for the good of all in our society.”

She went on to say: “Last year saw the revival of the school’s PTA, renamed, using the acronym FoCIC - Friends of Crumlin Integrated College. Already, they have raised their profile by hosting the Crumlinweath Games, where local feeder Primary Schools, along with our own pupils enjoyed a variety of sports and a barbecue, and as this is the Golden anniversary year of the school, a range of events is in the planning. The Sixties Fashion show, for example, should raise a few eyebrows!”

She added: “The NEELB continues to keep the school maintained, resourced and advised. Major schemes within the school have witnessed the installation of new PVC windows and the up keeping of exterior paintwork. This level of support has not gone unnoticed, and is very much appreciated by all those who have the school’s interests, and the pupils’ interests at heart.

“I am happy, therefore to be able to report on a school which is productive, vital to the community, and in which relationships between staff, pupils and parents are positive, caring and productive.”

She concluded, “Finally, I pay tribute to the young people of the school who continue to be the heart, the soul and the very pulse for why we exist. This evening, we celebrate their achievements and wish them every success as they progress into adulthood.”

Cup winners include Eames Cup – High Attainment in Mathematics, Megan Hill; Mayers Cup - Attainment in Religious Education, Sophie Hill; Crumlin Travel Club Cup - Business Communication Systems, Gemma Orford; McVeigh Cup – Attainment in Business Studies, Rachel McIlroy; Todd Cup - Progress in Communication Skills, Sophia Bawn; Gamble Cup - Progress in GCSE English, Nicole Wardle; Randox Cup - Effort and Performance in Single Award Science GCSE, James Steele; Toase Cup - Junior Home Economics, Anna Burns; Martin Cup - Attainment in Science (Juniors), Pierce Slaney; Watson Cup - Attainment in Double Award Science (Seniors), Robert Reddick.

Dundrod Trophy - Special Effort and Achievement in Art and Design, Jordan Whiteway; WI Cup – Attainment in Home Economics, Gemma Orford; Nicole Wardle Best Link Pupil In Further Education Year 11 (Northern Regional College), Kevin Heatley; Cup winners McQuillan Cup - Attainment in Technical Studies, Jonathan Harriott, Daniel McCafferty; Best Link Pupil In Further Education Year 12 (Northern Regional College), Samuel McCallister; Randox Shield – Attainment in GCSE Geography, Megan Hill; Randox Cup – Attainment in GCSE History, Robert Reddick; Limepark Cup – Outstanding Achievement in GCSE French, Amy Taylor; Sibbett Cup – Music/Drama, Megan Hill; McCall Cup – Contribution in extra-curricular activities, Ben McCallin; McAvoy Scripture Union Cup, Claire Taylor; The Bailie Cup – Caring and Unselfish Attitude Towards Others, Ellannah Brown, Rachel McIlroy; McMillan/Agnew Shield – Pupil contributing most to Integration, Conor Crosthwaite; Crumlin Integrated College Shield – For excellent progress in GCSE Examinations, Gary McCartan, Francis Stewart; Perpetual Cup - Best Overall GCSE Performance, Megan Hill; The Martin Supplies Trophy – Top Performer in Single Award Science, Jonathan Harriott; Cup Winners Morris Trophy - Best Overall Junior Boy, Pierce Slaney; PTA Cup - Best Overall Junior Girl, Georgia Stewart

Kirsty Hutchison; Greaves Shield – For Special Endeavour, Ryan Jordan.