Recent Debating Successes Have Roots in the Past.
Our recent successes in debating have inspired student Juliette Darricau to reflect on the vibrant debating and public speaking community at High Cross College. Juliette’s account offers a wonderful look at the activities and achievements of High Cross College debaters. Have a read of the attached PDF, “Debating in High Cross College 2023-2024,” to learn […]
Debating Masterclass from High Cross College Junior Debaters
The school enjoyed more marvelous regional successes. There was great news from the Connaught Junior Mace Debating competition! Team A, composed of Katie Devaney and Saoirse Ryan, got through to the Connaught Grand Final. They are one of the top 4 teams. In addition, both girls qualified for the National Final in Dublin next month. […]
Cross Country Success for High Cross College Students
Students from all years competed in the North Connacht cross country competition. First-year students Teagan Rooney, Molly Brandon, Cuisle O’Callaghan, and Cliona Healy all qualified for the Connacht finals. Orla Newell, a second-year student, also qualified. Our intermediate girls also competed, with Eimear Fallon coming home in 1st place. Niamh McWalter came in 1st place […]
World Book Day 2025
A fabulous day was had by all in High Cross College on Thursday 6th March to celebrate World Book Day. To mark the day our First Year students took part in a literature quiz. Well done to the winning team: Emma Howson, Molly Brandon, Teagan Rooney, Abaigh McDonagh Also, well done to our winners of […]
Boys Go From Strength to Strength with All-Ireland Semi-Finals on the Way
High Cross College (HCC) boys played teams from Loughrea and Athenry last week. This was the second round of the Junior boys volleyball competition on March 3rd. Coláiste an Eachréidh (Athenry) were our first opponents. Our serving proved too strong. This allowed us to win the match in straight sets. St. Brigid’s of Loughrea was […]
County Call-Up for Talented Students
High Cross College’s sporting success continues this week with the exciting news that several talented students have earned county call-ups. Four dedicated footballers have been selected for the Galway LGFA U16 panel: Gemma Gavin, Molly McGrath, Éimear Fallon, and Órla Newell. Adding to this impressive achievement, senior camogie players Emily Banks and Niamh ní Threasaigh […]
More Provincial Honours for High Cross College
High Cross College Junior Camogie team secured the Connacht Post Primary title with a hard fought win over Clarin College. The girls came out top with a one point win where a late surge by Clarin College brought an exciting game to a nail biting finish. The team now progresses to the All-Ireland Semi-Final against Ulster Champions, St. Dominic’s of […]
Modelling success at Model UN
High Cross College is incredibly proud of five of our students, Shannon, Katie, Síofra, Stefanie, and Leni. These girls recently represented the school so excellently at the University of Galway Model United Nations. Their participation offered a valuable learning experience, providing insight into the workings of the United Nations and the complexities of international relations. […]
Olympic Inspiration at High Cross College
Transition Year students had an extra special treat when 3 time Olympian, Thomas Barr, spent the day working with them in a “Develop Me” workshop. The sprint and hurdle athlete is probably best known for being a member of the winning European Championship mixed 4 x 400m relay team. Having just retired from athletics in the past 2 […]
The Poppy Corbett Memorial Cup returns to High Cross College!
Congratulations to 2nd Year students Ríadh Melvin, Isabelle Comer, and Aoibhinn Ruane, who have won this year’s Galway University Women Graduates’ public speaking competition! They were supported at the event by their mentor, Maya Bacci, and their teacher, Ms. Fox. A fantastic achievement for these wonderful students and another great success for the HCC Debating […]