Maesteg Trip
Maesteg Trip " A creative life is an amplified life..." (Elizabeth Gilbert) Helo o Gaerdydd Ms Audrey Fenech Adami, Ms Roberta Camenzuli and Mr Francesco Nicodeme travelled to Wales to spend time at St Mary's & St Patrick's school in Maesteg participating in an interactive creative morning with children and staff. Since 2014 Wales has been adopting a creative pedagogy on a national scale. Ideas and interesting conversations were exchanged as they discussed their views on the benefits that a creative curriculum and mindset could have on all aspects of children's academic and overall wellbeing. We would like to thank the Arts Council of Wales for their welcoming visit. Special thanks to St Mary & St Patrick's School staff for their warm welcome and hospitality.
INTEREtching
INTEREtching Level 12 and Level 13 Art students taking part in INTEREtching visited the School of Art to try another printmaking technique, the aquatint, inspired by their studies at MUZA. Assisted by local artist-printmaker Jesmond Vassallo, students used an aquatint box to create a cloud of powdered rosin and allow the resin to settle on the plates in a thin layer of dust. After heating the rosin, the students painted and covered some areas in varnish, intended to be left white before immersing the plate in acid for a calculated period of time. The acid ate into the metal around the particles to produce a granular pattern of tiny, indented rings. After that the plate was rinsed and properly dried, varnish was used to cover the areas planned for the following lightest value. This process was repeated to obtain various tonal areas and build up the image. Once the plate was fully etched, it was inked and students were delighted to print an aquatint, discovering another way to create a wide range of tonal effects besides lines from the traditional etching printing technique. This project is supported by Arts Council Malta
Rock the House
Rock the House We are so thrilled to have welcomed back, since 2019, our much awaited ROCK THE HOUSE. Our brilliant performers performed various acts to a jam-packed amphitheatre of cheering students. Some teachers also came together to perform a dance which surprised our students, they absolutely loved it. Well done to all students and staff for their participation and organisation of yet another fantastic show. We look forward to watching many of you performing during ‘Best of Rock the House’ on Friday 26th May 2023
Transform-Ed conference
Transform-Ed conference Ms Maria Ellul and Ms Bernie participated in the Transform-Ed conference. It was interesting to learn about AI developments in education and to meet and connect with many inspirational thinkers and doers. Dr Erika Galea's (one of our Quality Assurance Consultants at SMC) gave an intriguing and fascinating interactive talk on Regulating Emotions during Game-Based learning. Dr Galea will be sharing her insights with Level 9s and St Martin's College staff and parents in the weeks and months ahead.
Drama Trip
Drama Trip Our popular Drama trip is back! A group of Middle School students are currently on a Drama trip in London. Students are attending a number of classes at Pineapple Studios, one of London’s leading performing studios. The trip is made up of specific sessions designed to give students a varied and enjoyable insight into theatre and performing arts. The group will also watch three West End Shows: Back to the Future, Mamma Mia and Wicked, and also visit several of London’s attractions. They are truly having a great time!
Project Based Learning
Project Based Learning Level 4s celebrated the culmination of an incredible project-based learning experience. They created an extraordinary Roman Expo which was put together during their Global and Cultural Perspectives lessons. Our Level 3 pupils were invited to visit the interactive exhibits to learn all about the Romans. Well done to all our Level 4s for their commitment, collaboration, creativity, and hard work. Keep up the great work!
European Parliament Ambassador School Programme
European Parliament Ambassador School Programme On the occasion of Europe Day celebrated TODAY the 9th May, the European Parliament Ambassador School Programme organised an interschool quiz about the European Union. A group of Level 8 students represented us today after winning the Level 8 quiz organised at the college a few weeks ago. We are proud to announce that St Martin’s College is once again a European Union Parliament Ambassador School and delighted that our college achieved joint third place in this competition! What a wonderful experience. We are so proud of you!
Anti-Bullying event
Anti-Bullying event The well-being team has organised an Anti-Bullying event for our Middle School and Senior School Students. Dignity Revolution from Minnesota were invited to speak to our students. Dignity Revolution's mission is to educate and empower youth to stand up for the value of every person. Various speakers delivered sessions on the subject of interpersonal care and the importance of seeking out role models. They motivated students to identify an inspirational figure and strive to emulate them while also being a source of inspiration for others. Truly inspirational and uplifting!