Some of the rowers from Enniskillen Royal Boat Club competed in Chester Virtual Regatta last weekend and there was a great win in the Junior 14 singles for Niamh Cassidy in a time of 2.42.4 minutes which was 4.5 seconds ahead of her nearest rival from Grovenor RC. Niamh went on to achieve a 2ndRead more
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This summer The Queen’s College, University of Oxford, are running a mini translation competition for learners of French and German in Years 12, 13 and 14. Winners will receive books and certificates. If you are interested in taking part, please email Mr Bersot (French) or Mrs Donald (German), or contact them via Google Classroom, toRead more
The House Photography Competition ‘A Moment in Time’ saw a great number of pupils submitting many high-quality entries based around the theme of lockdown and self-isolation. The winning images were chosen because they powerfully capture the personal stories of people living through these unprecedented times. Below is a snapshot of the entries with the winningRead more
If you didn’t see these on Friday in the Celebration Gallery, then here they are again. Winners of virtual sports day this year were Belmore, Cuilcagh second, Benaughlin third and tables leaders Trien in last place. With Drama Bingo and Interhouse Photography results to be added later this week, stay posted for this years interhouseRead more
Dear Pupils and Parents We are fast approaching the official end of the Summer term, and having completed this in ‘Lockdown’ things have been very different to normal in terms of pupils’ and parents’ experiences of learning and teaching. As we now turn our attention to planning for next academic year and await further guidanceRead more
This week’s entries to the 9th Celebration Gallery of Lockdown demonstrate yet more of the fantastic work and independent learning being done by ERGS pupils as they remain in lockdown but keen to keep their learning going. Don’t worry if your work isn’t included this week as teachers have been sending through all kinds ofRead more
Erne Emergency by: Mary Jackson AN E.R.G.S. JUNIOR DRAMA CLUB PRODUCTION Northern Ireland, Spring 1941. The Second World War has been raging for eighteen months but life in N Ireland has been relatively calm. Jenny and John McManus live in Belfast with their mother. Their father has recently enlisted in the RAF. The Easter HolidaysRead more
Erne Emergency by: Mary Jackson AN E.R.G.S. JUNIOR DRAMA CLUB PRODUCTION Northern Ireland, Spring 1941. The Second World War has been raging for eighteen months but life in N Ireland has been relatively calm. Jenny and John McManus live in Belfast with their mother. Their father has recently enlisted in the RAF. The Easter HolidaysRead more
As the entry window for this year’s Virtual Sports Day closed last night, the PE Department are now calculating the scores for this year’s event winners and house points which we hope to post in tomorrow’s Celebration Gallery Congratulations to all of those Key stage 3 pupils and family members who got involved, and asRead more
The link below outlines a full range of insight events which might be of interest to 6th form pupils considering the Armed Forces and to gain insight into the lives of army officers. https://www.army.mod.uk/who-we-are/our-schools-and-colleges/rma-sandhurst/army-officer-insight-events/ Read more
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Hannah Shaw
I left ERGS in 2020 during the start of COVID - crazy times.
I studied Biology, Chemistry and Business Studies at A’ Level.
After ERGS, I joined Queen’s University Belfast to pursue a degree in Pharmaceutical Biotechnology. Between my second and third year, I undertook a placement year working as a Pharmaceutical Analyst for Almac in Craigavon. I finished my degree with First Class Honours and received two awards sponsored by the Association of the British Pharmaceutical Industry for Best Research Project and Overall Distinction in Final Year Studies.
After finishing my degree, I applied for - and was awarded - a scholarship funded by the Department for the Economy to pursue a full-time research-based PhD. I started in 2024 and my project focuses on breast cancer research.
Outside of academia, I have supported my sister in growing her business, Enniskinn, which opened its second store in Enniskillen last week. We manufacture all of our products in Enniskillen and now have over 100 wholesalers across the world, mainly across the UK and Ireland. My Business Studies A’ Level with Mrs Donnelly has definitely been useful at times!
When I have the time, I enjoy sailing, with my most ambitious trip so far being an English Channel crossing from Southampton to La Rochelle in France. I obtained a Day Skipper licence for yachts up to 80ft and I’m hoping to complete a transatlantic crossing in the next few years. If I wasn’t any good at science, I would most definitely be a sailor!
National Schools Regatta Day 3
The rowers have arrived back home after finishing off a very successful weekend at Nat Schools for ERBC
The 2 First Eights were in action yesterday, with the girls coming 5th in the A Final and the Boys 6th in the B Final. Well done to both crews on their performances, we are so very proud of you all.
Thanks to our coaches and parents who travelled to Dorney to support the rowers over the weekend, it is very much appreciated.
Summary of the weekend’s great results
Girls Junior 14 Octo - National Schools Regatta Champions 🏆
Girls Champs Eight - A Final
Girls Champs Four - A Final
Boys Champs Eights - B Final
Boys Champs Four - B Final
Boys Junior 16 Eight - B Final
Congratulations to all 6 crews.
Henley is just around the corner, if you can make a donation, big or small to support our 2 crews at Henley they would really appreciate it. Thanks to everyone who has already donated
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Ruth Fannin
Year I left ERGS: 2019
A” Level subjects studied: Technology and Design, Mathematics and Business Studies (Spanish at AS Level)
Pathway after school: Started university in September 2019 whilst working part-time in my family business as Assistant Shop Manager
University attended: Queen’s University Belfast
Course studied: Business Management with Placement (4 years)
I started at Queen’s University Belfast in September 2019 and enjoyed a few months of a “normal” university experience before COVID-19 brought a sudden shift to online learning in March 2020.
During my time at university, I was awarded Top Business Management Student (2019/2020) and Top Student for History and Philosophy. I also completed the Degree Plus Award for Future Ready Skills in Management before graduating in 2023 with a First Class Honours degree.
After graduating, I was approached on LinkedIn about an opportunity that led to me joining the Oil Market Journal (OMJ) as Business Development Manager in Enniskillen in September 2023.
Although I have always lived at home in County Tyrone, I am very grateful for the opportunities I have had to travel with work, including visits to Dubai, Spain, Italy, Poland and Germany, as well as across the UK and Ireland.
Outside of work, I help out in my family business and volunteer both as a Girlguiding leader and as a youth club leader within my church. Through Girlguiding, I have also enjoyed incredible experiences, including spending a week as part of the crew on a Tall Ships yacht and, more recently, completing the Queen’s Guide Award — the highest award available within Girlguiding UK.
I am very grateful to both the Collegiate and Enniskillen Royal Grammar School for providing me with such a strong foundation and for encouraging the values of hard work, resilience and determination from an early age.