Microsoft Download We are delighted to announce that, on the basis of C2K’s licence agreement with Microsoft, all students and staff can now download Microsoft Office free of charge. This will be of great benefit to many pupils as they will be able to work on documents easily at home and in school using the same software. Download Mirosoft Office Instructions

The 1st XI squad after their impressive 5-1 win over one of the Schools’ Cup favourites, Armagh Royal. The girls played Armagh in the 3rd Round at Civil Service the Saturday before Christmas. They stamped their authority on the game right from the first whistle and were 1-0 up in the first 45 secs with a great individual goal from Zara Malseed. They had doubled their lead within 3 mins following an impressive break which was neatly finished by Laura McCaw. The girls went 3-0 up just before half time with a well worked penalty corner, buried in the net by Katharine Hill. The girls continued to look dangerous on the break and although Armagh did enjoy a considerable amount of possession they never threatened the goal directly. Zara Malseed added two more well taken goals after some great build up play to really seal the victory. Armagh continued to battle and were awarded a consolation goal right on the final whistle, scoring from a penalty corner. Congratulations to all the squad, they now face Dalriada in the quarter finals on Sat 31 January 2015.  The team are sponsored by the Belfast Telegraph and we thank them for their support.

Congratulations to Matthew Crookshanks (Year 12), Stephen Hodgson (Year 12) and Tom Robson(Year 11) who, following their appearance for the winning Ulster U16s at the Interpros, have been selected for trials for Ireland U16s. Following a successful trial, Callum Robson (Year13) has been selected for the U18 Ireland Boys training panel for the 2015 season.

Darcy Yeartman, 11G, took part in the Gymnastics Ireland Rhythmic National Championships held in Limerick University recently. Darcy competed in two disciplines (hoop and ball) and won the gold medal for Gymnastics Ireland Junior Rhythmic National Champion (Novice 2).

Sullivan 1st XI went into the McCullough Cup semi final as underdogs, with Wallace fielding a team of Ulster and/or Irish players. The first half saw a nervy Sullivan let in an early goal and which left them on the back foot. After a period of consolidation, with good saves from M McCone in goals, Sullivan had a break and J Matchett scored the equaliser. This seemed to only push Wallace on and they immediately from the restart moved up the pitch and scored. Wallace scored again and the first half ended 4-1. After the half time break Sullivan were better organised and defended well but Wallace scored another 2 goals. Final Score Sullivan 1 (J Matchett) – Wallace 6

Congratulations to Callum Robson (Year13) who, following his appearance for Ulster U18s at the Interpros, has been selected for trials for Ireland U18s.

MOVING IMAGE ARTS SHOWCASE 2014 (Foyle Film Festival & Cinemagic): Patrick Moorhead (Year 13) was awarded 1st prize for his GCSE Moving Image Unit 2 animation and joint 2nd prize for his unit 1 animation. Emily McLean(Year 13) was awarded 3rd prize for her Unit 1 animation.

Following a three-way tie in the group stages Sullivan had a play-off against Cookstown and RBAI. Cookstown were beaten by RBAI in the opening match 1 – nil. RBAI had a rest while Cookstown were the opening opponents for Sullivan. Cookstown knew they had to win to have any chance of qualifying. Sullivan controlled the game, had lots of goal scoring opportunities and came out as winners. Sullivan 2 (J Matchett and R Watts) – Cookstown 0 With Cookstown now out of the competition RBAI knew they had to win their game against Sullivan, while Sullivan knew a draw would allow them to progress to the semi-final. Again Sullivan controlled the game limiting RBAI to only a few chances, Sullivan were given a Penalty Flick when the ball hit an Inst player on the line, stopping a definite goal. The Flick was converted. Sullivan 1 (C Robson) – RBAI 0 Sullivan now face Wallace High in the semi final.

Tom Robson (Yr 11), Matthew Crookshanks (Yr 12) and Stephen Hodgson (Yr 12)  with the Interpro trophy that they won along with Ulster U16s at the Interpros recently.

Following our regular invitation from the Royal British Legion (RBL), over the last few weeks we have been involved in two remembrance Sunday parades, one held in Holywood on Sunday 9 November 2014 and the second parade in Groomsport on Sunday 2 November 2014. Sullivan cadets were well represented at both events alongside our partner detachments in the local area.

Big congratulations to our very well read teams who competed in this year’s Kids’ Lit Quiz competition. The Prep team came a very commendable 14th place (out of 29) – amazing! –  considering they were the only primary school to compete! Our Year 8 team took 2nd place, very narrowly pipped to the post by Methody,  in what was an extremely close competition. Prep TeamAnnie HeavernYear 8 TeamJack Rann 8CSuzanne McNuttElla Andrews 8WAdam CinnamondPeter Ritchie 8MCory DawsonSophie Gallagher 8M

The senior girls hockey squad have just returned from a very successful tour to Utrecht, Hollland. The girls played against the U18 teams of two top clubs, winning the first match 4-2 against Kampong and drawing 2-2 against Stichtse . The tour also included some sight-seeing by bicycle, a trip to the Anne Frank House in Amsterdam and watching some top quality club hockey. (Photo 1 and 3 Match V Stichtse, Photo 3 Training with Dutch, Belgain and Irish internationals) Photo 1 Photo 2 Photo 3