IT was a miserable morning outside the gym at Moyderwell Mercy Primary School on Friday, but the mood was altogether different inside, as sixth class pupils enjoyed their graduation day ceremony.
It was a time to look back on eight years at the school where they formed lifetime friendships and laid solid foundations for their further education in secondary school.
“We’ll be sad to see them go, but like all other years it’s wonderful to see them moving on,” said Principal Moira Quinlan.
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Principal Quinlan said COVID was a challenge during the past couple of years, but thankfully the students had a relatively normal sixth class experience.
“We’re delighted that they got the opportunity this year to take part in some school activities like swimming, tours and other sporting events which created excitement and enhanced the school spirit. At least they’ve had a fairly normal sixth class year and they’re ready to move on to the next stage of their journey,” she said.
The students and their families enjoyed the ceremony where there were speeches by the teachers and the Principal, a dance performance by the fifth and sixth class and gift bags were presented to the students.
Afterwards, they had pizza and treats for lunch and finally the school body formed an arch which the sixth class passed through symbolising their departure from the school and onto another adventure. Best of luck to them all. Scroll down for photos…
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