Ben McCaldin 9c is one of 10 young sailors recently selected for the Royal Yachting Association Northern Ireland sailing team in the Topper class. The squad helps sailors develop their skills by providing regular training weekends throughout the winter months which Ben will attend to prepare him for competing at the highest level when theRead more
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Saturday was the first time that we had a finger-numbing chill in the weather. Overcast and a mistiness in the air, but not too bad for jumping. The 85cm team comprising Tess Wallace, Sophie Johnston, Imogen Heap and Emma McCaldin were team 8 of 13 into the Arena this morning. Tess and Rusty led offRead more
A super morning up at Foyle College this morning as we had five teams playing, with kickoffs staggered, culminating in the 1st XV Schools’ Cup match. Excellent performances from all teams winning 4 of the 5 games. 1st XV won 33-0 2nds lost 8-5 Meds won 35-5 U14s won 28-17 U13s won 35-19 Man ofRead more
On the morning of Friday 8th November, we held our Remembrance Services in school, honouring the men and women who have sacrificed themselves in service to our country. We welcomed guests from our partner schools in the Fermanagh Learning Community and from the wider Community to our Senior Remembrance Event attended by our Sixth FormRead more
The Department of Education, in partnership with the Public Health Agency, is seeking nominations for exceptional pastoral care in schools. The Awards recognise school communities that have demonstrated exceptional co-operative effort in supporting the pastoral care of pupils by going above and beyond to make a real difference to the lives of pupils in theRead more
Whether you’re a parent, teacher, caregiver, community leader, or parent, this workshop provides valuable skills to create safer, more supportive environments for those with allergies. Event Details: 🗓️ Date: 30th November 2024, 10 am 📍 Location: Queen’s University Belfast 👥 Audience: Teachers, Community Leaders, Parents, Caregivers & Teens aged 12+ (Post Primary School) Limited spots available – Register here https://www.eventbrite.com/e/allergy-act-retreat-2024-tickets-1043035205377?aff=oddtdtcreatorRead more
A group of Yr13 & Yr14 Sports Science students enjoyed an initiative called ‘A Game of 3 Halves’ jointly run by the IFA, Ulster GAA & Ulster Rugby, hosted by Devenish College this afternoon. The students not only took part in practical taster sessions of each sport but also undertook mock interview practice around possibleRead more
On Thursday, 7th November, Year 11, 13, and 14 Art and Design students participated in a printmaking workshop led by Rosy Enis, a professional artist and printmaker from Seacourt Print Workshop in Bangor. The workshop focused on dry point printing, an intaglio printmaking method that allowed students to explore creative expression through line, tone, andRead more
Our Year 12 Netball Squad attended their annual Blitz, this year hosted in the fabulous new gym at Devenish College. There were 7 schools in attendance giving a total of 6 matches each. Our girls played some excellent Netball throughout the tournament with all 12 players getting game time, a real team effort. Results wereRead more
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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.
Daniel Gilmore
Year I left: 2020
Subjects: Geography, Biology and English Literature
As part of the first full GCSE cohort of the school, I left ERGS on a random day in March 2020. Our formal was cancelled and we all expected to be back after a couple of weeks — but we all know what happened next.
I knew the COVID-19 pandemic was going to ruin the typical “freshers” experience, so I deferred my place at Newcastle University to work in my local SPAR for a year. I was sad seeing all my friends leave, but I built up money and work experience that helped open doors for me in the future.
I’d recommend Newcastle to any student. I made some amazing memories and left with a First Class BSc in Environmental Science with Placement, along with an award for the best dissertation in my year.
My placement year was spent as an Assistant Geo-Environmental Consultant at Tetra Tech in Belfast. I worked on some really big projects, including the GeoEnergyNI demonstrator project - the first large-scale geothermal investigation of Northern Ireland.
I am currently studying a Master’s Degree in Forestry for Green Sustainable Development at Linnaeus University in Sweden. There are no tuition fees in Sweden for EU citizens or those with an Irish passport, so I think this is a pathway that should be promoted more often. I really love it over here and everything is taught in English, so don’t worry if your Swedish isn’t up to scratch!
Thank you to Mr Beddard for shouting at me to fix my deforestation homework. It turns out I’m quite good at talking about trees after all!