Write a commentThe Pioneer Association at St Joseph’s has once again been commended for its outstanding pastoral support provision and the positive health initiatives it has introduced at the school.
St Joseph’s Pioneer Association was set up in 1998, after requests from pupils to have their own organisation. With the help of Josephine Matthews and the late Marie Auden RIP, the association was formed. It continued to grow throughout the years, with the help of Una McCourt, Imelda Mackey and Pauline Carty.
Pupils taking the Pioneer Pledge, vow to abstain from alcohol until they are 16. Over the years, pupils have enjoyed taking part in various activities including the Early Morning Club, Table Quiz Competitions, Sponsored Walks, and also trips to the Cinema, Lough Derg, St Brigid’s Shrine in Faughart and meals out.
The association have been awarded the prestigious Gradham Award on many occasions over the years. This year, thirty pupils have taken the Pioneer pledge in St Joseph’s, as the association continues to grow from strength to strength. For more details, images and information about St Joseph’s Pioneer Association – please see the school web-site: www.stjosephsnewry.com
