Farewell FrenCH pARTY 2017
French Theatre for schools 2017
On February 3rd, Lough Allen College brought France to their school in the form of drama. The FTS (French theatre for schools) company are based in Dublin and only use native French speaking professional actors. They performed a play entitled ‘Le Secret Noir’ for 3rd, TY, 5th and 6th year groups.
The students really enjoyed their interactive and engaging performance and some even had the opportunity to participate in the play. Thank You to the French Department for organising this event.
The students really enjoyed their interactive and engaging performance and some even had the opportunity to participate in the play. Thank You to the French Department for organising this event.
fILM AWARD 2016
Overall Best Senior Film
On Saturday October 15th, a number of Leaving Cert Students travelled with their French teacher, Mrs Shannon to an awards ceremony in the National University of Ireland, Maynooth. Their film won Overall Best Senior Film in Ireland. The students wrote, acted and videoed a short, French Film entitled La Belle et les Bêtes. The plot involved a girl who was bullied because she was different with a creative twist towards the end. Thank you to the French Teacher’s Association for the wonderful prizes received on the day.
On Saturday October 15th, a number of Leaving Cert Students travelled with their French teacher, Mrs Shannon to an awards ceremony in the National University of Ireland, Maynooth. Their film won Overall Best Senior Film in Ireland. The students wrote, acted and videoed a short, French Film entitled La Belle et les Bêtes. The plot involved a girl who was bullied because she was different with a creative twist towards the end. Thank you to the French Teacher’s Association for the wonderful prizes received on the day.
La Bande des Filles 2015
Transition and 5th Year French Students travelled to The Dock in Carrick on November 5th to see a French Film, Bande de Filles. The award winning film released in 2015, centres upon the tough life of a teenage girl, Marieme who lives in a rough neighbourhood outside Paris focusing on issues such as gender, race and class. It was a very enjoyable outing.
Bruxelles 2012
On the morning of 4th December, we travelled to Dublin airport for our flight to Brussels; we met Eamon O’ Sullivan, his wife Mary and the wonderful Theresa. We boarded our flight at 1 o clock and arrived in Brussels international airport at 3:15. After a long day of travelling we were delighted to reach Hotel Du Congrès where we relaxed for a few hours. After we regained some energy that evening we travelled into Brussels, taking in all the Christmas lights and decorations which hung on every window and building. We visited the Christmas Markets surrounding the ‘Grand Place’ and it’s fair to say we spent a considerable amount of time shopping. The magic of the ‘Grand Place’ was one of the most beautiful sights we had ever seen. Soft sweet music, crisp frosty weather and fairy lights sparkling all around us. We went to all the little stalls and tasted out first Belgian waffle! We then went to a traditional Belgian restaurant before returning to our hotel.
There was no lie in the next morning as we woke early for another jam packed day. We ate breakfast and took the train to Mini-Europe and The Atonium which was situated half an hour outside Brussels. We first visited the iconic “Atonium” which was a 59ft metal structure containing 12 spherical shaped rooms and connected by escalators in long metal tubes. Each room displayed different scientific objects and discoveries, one room also gave a paranoiac view of the mini Europe. After that we headed across the street to Mini-Europe. For us, it was absolutely amazing how the things that represent the individual countries were condensed into a huge theme park. From the chimes of Big Ben, the Eiffel Tower, Sistine Chapel, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the bullfight in Seville.. You name it, it was there! It was like we were giants walking through a mini-village, absolutely incredible. After taking at least a hundred photos or more with each monument, we ran to catch the train back to Brussels. We arrived just in time at The European Parliament where we were welcomed by Marian Harkins assistant. After we were cleared by security, we got a tour of the very busy Parliament and then met Marian Harkin for lunch. We even got to see Marian Harkin in action in the parliament and also met EU representative Nessa Childers. After the parliament, we went further into Brussels where we found Brussels largest Christmas Markets. We did “a little” more shopping and a few of us even tried to do some ice-skating. We returned to our hotel after a long day and relaxed for the night.
Yet again we were up early for another eventful day. We left early on a frosty morning with snow lying on the ground for the historic town of “Bruges”, where Brendan Gleeson and Colin Farrell starred in the film 'In Bruges'. This cute little town most certainly didn’t disappoint us, with its narrow and clean streets, medieval churches and Christmas markets, it was just magical. Of course, more shopping was done and even more photos were taken. . We couldn’t have left Belgium without tasting the chocolate, so we went straight to the chocolate factory 'Choco Story Chocolate Museum' in the town centre. We got to see how chocolate is produced but of course our favourite part of the tour was the tasting. We all bought some goodies for the folk back at home including buttons and chocolate roses! Some of us braved the climb up the Basilica Church like the movie In Bruges. We went shopping around Bruges and went to shops such as H&M and Zara. We couldn’t have left Bruges without getting some souvenirs for all the family members. We returned to Brussels on the evening of the 6th which coincidentally was the day the people of Brussels celebrate St. Nicholas day. We returned to the Christmas Markets for some last minute present buying and shopping and we ate our last meal together and we had the craic that night with a few classic jokes from the jokers of the group! We woke early to a snow covered Brussels and regrettably loaded our suitcases for the journey home. We returned home to Dublin airport and sadly parted way with Eamon, Mary and Theresa. It was an incredible few days and an experience that we will certainly never forget. We would like to take this opportunity whole heartedly thank Mental health Ireland for the trip to such a beautiful country and at such an idyllic time of year.
We will admit it was hard saying goodbye to Brussels. This experience would not have been possible without the representatives from Mental Health Ireland. Thanks to Theresa, Eamon and Mary and of course Noel for making this experience all the more enjoyable. Finally a massive thank you to our teacher Mrs Rachel Shannon for leading us to the All-Ireland title.
There was no lie in the next morning as we woke early for another jam packed day. We ate breakfast and took the train to Mini-Europe and The Atonium which was situated half an hour outside Brussels. We first visited the iconic “Atonium” which was a 59ft metal structure containing 12 spherical shaped rooms and connected by escalators in long metal tubes. Each room displayed different scientific objects and discoveries, one room also gave a paranoiac view of the mini Europe. After that we headed across the street to Mini-Europe. For us, it was absolutely amazing how the things that represent the individual countries were condensed into a huge theme park. From the chimes of Big Ben, the Eiffel Tower, Sistine Chapel, the fall of the Berlin Wall, the bullfight in Seville.. You name it, it was there! It was like we were giants walking through a mini-village, absolutely incredible. After taking at least a hundred photos or more with each monument, we ran to catch the train back to Brussels. We arrived just in time at The European Parliament where we were welcomed by Marian Harkins assistant. After we were cleared by security, we got a tour of the very busy Parliament and then met Marian Harkin for lunch. We even got to see Marian Harkin in action in the parliament and also met EU representative Nessa Childers. After the parliament, we went further into Brussels where we found Brussels largest Christmas Markets. We did “a little” more shopping and a few of us even tried to do some ice-skating. We returned to our hotel after a long day and relaxed for the night.
Yet again we were up early for another eventful day. We left early on a frosty morning with snow lying on the ground for the historic town of “Bruges”, where Brendan Gleeson and Colin Farrell starred in the film 'In Bruges'. This cute little town most certainly didn’t disappoint us, with its narrow and clean streets, medieval churches and Christmas markets, it was just magical. Of course, more shopping was done and even more photos were taken. . We couldn’t have left Belgium without tasting the chocolate, so we went straight to the chocolate factory 'Choco Story Chocolate Museum' in the town centre. We got to see how chocolate is produced but of course our favourite part of the tour was the tasting. We all bought some goodies for the folk back at home including buttons and chocolate roses! Some of us braved the climb up the Basilica Church like the movie In Bruges. We went shopping around Bruges and went to shops such as H&M and Zara. We couldn’t have left Bruges without getting some souvenirs for all the family members. We returned to Brussels on the evening of the 6th which coincidentally was the day the people of Brussels celebrate St. Nicholas day. We returned to the Christmas Markets for some last minute present buying and shopping and we ate our last meal together and we had the craic that night with a few classic jokes from the jokers of the group! We woke early to a snow covered Brussels and regrettably loaded our suitcases for the journey home. We returned home to Dublin airport and sadly parted way with Eamon, Mary and Theresa. It was an incredible few days and an experience that we will certainly never forget. We would like to take this opportunity whole heartedly thank Mental health Ireland for the trip to such a beautiful country and at such an idyllic time of year.
We will admit it was hard saying goodbye to Brussels. This experience would not have been possible without the representatives from Mental Health Ireland. Thanks to Theresa, Eamon and Mary and of course Noel for making this experience all the more enjoyable. Finally a massive thank you to our teacher Mrs Rachel Shannon for leading us to the All-Ireland title.
A week in pictures with Native French Speaker Raphaelle Vigneron
Raphaëlle Vigneron, from Poissy, (suburbs of Paris) spent a week in Lough Allen College from March 21st to 25th 2011. All pupils studying French got the opportunity to meet Raphaelle. 20 minutes was allocated to all Leaving Certs as well as their normal 5 classes of French to prepare for the French Oral which took place on the 6th & 7TH OF April.
Paris 2009
Seize élèves du Lycée Lough Allen sont allés en France avec leurs profs Madame Shannon et Monsieur Mulhern en février 2009. Ils ont passé quatre jours à Paris. Ils sont restés dans les banlieues Parisienne. Les élèves ont vu le tour Eiffel, Notre Dame, le Sacre Cœur et le Louvre. Ils ont goûté la nourriture française. Ils ont fait du shopping et ont acheté beaucoup de souvenirs. C’était une expérience merveilleuse.
Sixteen students from Lough Allen College went to France with their teachers Mrs Shannon and Mr. Mulhern in February 2009. They spent four days in Paris. They stayed in the Parisian suburbs. The students saw the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame
Cathedral, Sacred heart and the famous museum Le Louvre. They went shopping and bought lots of souvenirs. It was a wonderful experience.
Leurs expériences:
C’était formidable mais la nourriture française était dégoûtante. Aussi, les gens sont très accueillants.
It was brilliant but the French food was horrible. Also, the people were very friendly.
(Thomas) Troisième année
C’était chouette. La nourriture en France donne l’eau à la bouche. Eurodisney était super. Je n’ai pas vu le temps passer. Le tour Eiffel était incroyable surtout le soir avec les lumières. J’étais très fatigué quand je suis retournée chez moi.
It was class. The French food makes your mouth water. Disneyland was great. The time just flew. The Eiffel Tower was unbelievable especially at night with all the lights. I was tired when I returned home.
(Niamh) Troisième année
Le Tour Eiffel était très intéressant et nous nous sommes très bien amusés. Nous avons passé un jour incroyable à Disneyland. La nourriture française est très différente mais je l’ai aimé beaucoup. J’attends avec impatience d’y aller
encore.
The Eiffel Tower was very interesting and we really enjoyed ourselves, We spent an unbelievable day at Disneyland. The French food is very different but I liked it a lot. I can’t wait to go there again.
(Tara) Troisième année
Je me suis très bien amusée. C’était génial. J’ai visité le Tour Eiffel et je suis montée le Tour Eiffel
aussi. J’avais un peu peur.
I really enjoyed myself. It was brilliant. I visited the Eiffel tower et I climbed the Eiffel Tower also. I was a little
scared.
(Michelle) Troisième année
Je me suis bien amusé. J’ai pensé que le voyage était génial. Nous sommes restés dans un hôtel pour quatre nuits. Pendant le voyage, nous avons visité le Louvre, L’arc de Triomphe, Disneyland et les autres endroits. Mon jour favori était le jour qu’on a passé dans le parc d’attraction. Je n’oublierai jamais ce jour. Nous avons goûté beaucoup de nourriture aussi. C’était extrême. J’adorerais retourner en France cette année et vivre l’expérience encore une
fois.
I had a great time. I thought the trip was brilliant. We stayed in a hotel for four nights. During the trip, we visited the Louvre, L’arc de Triomphe, Disneyland and other places. My favourite day was the one we spent in
Disneyland. I will never forget this day. We tasted lots of food also. It was ……… I would love to return to France this year and live the experience once again.
(Patrick) Cinquième année
Sixteen students from Lough Allen College went to France with their teachers Mrs Shannon and Mr. Mulhern in February 2009. They spent four days in Paris. They stayed in the Parisian suburbs. The students saw the Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame
Cathedral, Sacred heart and the famous museum Le Louvre. They went shopping and bought lots of souvenirs. It was a wonderful experience.
Leurs expériences:
C’était formidable mais la nourriture française était dégoûtante. Aussi, les gens sont très accueillants.
It was brilliant but the French food was horrible. Also, the people were very friendly.
(Thomas) Troisième année
C’était chouette. La nourriture en France donne l’eau à la bouche. Eurodisney était super. Je n’ai pas vu le temps passer. Le tour Eiffel était incroyable surtout le soir avec les lumières. J’étais très fatigué quand je suis retournée chez moi.
It was class. The French food makes your mouth water. Disneyland was great. The time just flew. The Eiffel Tower was unbelievable especially at night with all the lights. I was tired when I returned home.
(Niamh) Troisième année
Le Tour Eiffel était très intéressant et nous nous sommes très bien amusés. Nous avons passé un jour incroyable à Disneyland. La nourriture française est très différente mais je l’ai aimé beaucoup. J’attends avec impatience d’y aller
encore.
The Eiffel Tower was very interesting and we really enjoyed ourselves, We spent an unbelievable day at Disneyland. The French food is very different but I liked it a lot. I can’t wait to go there again.
(Tara) Troisième année
Je me suis très bien amusée. C’était génial. J’ai visité le Tour Eiffel et je suis montée le Tour Eiffel
aussi. J’avais un peu peur.
I really enjoyed myself. It was brilliant. I visited the Eiffel tower et I climbed the Eiffel Tower also. I was a little
scared.
(Michelle) Troisième année
Je me suis bien amusé. J’ai pensé que le voyage était génial. Nous sommes restés dans un hôtel pour quatre nuits. Pendant le voyage, nous avons visité le Louvre, L’arc de Triomphe, Disneyland et les autres endroits. Mon jour favori était le jour qu’on a passé dans le parc d’attraction. Je n’oublierai jamais ce jour. Nous avons goûté beaucoup de nourriture aussi. C’était extrême. J’adorerais retourner en France cette année et vivre l’expérience encore une
fois.
I had a great time. I thought the trip was brilliant. We stayed in a hotel for four nights. During the trip, we visited the Louvre, L’arc de Triomphe, Disneyland and other places. My favourite day was the one we spent in
Disneyland. I will never forget this day. We tasted lots of food also. It was ……… I would love to return to France this year and live the experience once again.
(Patrick) Cinquième année