MUSEUM TRIP
As students of the GCSE Art course, it is important that we learn to comment on and take ideas from other artists (writes Ben Fletcher, 10JES). We need to understand why an artist, for example, has chosen to move objects for their painting. The Art Department decided that the best way for Year 10 pupils to do this would be for us to see the artwork for ourselves. To make it even more interesting, around 60 of us went to see the originals at 'The National Museum' and the 'National Gallery of Wales,' in Cardiff on Tuesday, September 11. There we had the opportunity to view the artwork of some of the best-known artists in the world, including Dante Gabriel Rossetti, Wilson Steer and Cima da Conegliano.
We were given work-sheets which were designed to make us consider how the artists had composed their paintings, and how they had used their 'artistic licence' to create the perfect scene. If you find a painting of a scene or view that you recognise then you will be able to spot, immediately, what the artist has changed. For example, Wilson Steer's 'Dolbadarn Castle' shows Mount Snowdon in a different position than in reality.
Next we all met up for an organised tour about artists which either lived or worked in, or had some link with Pembrokeshire. As we only had half an hour, we did not see as many paintings as we had hoped, but at least this way, we saw enough to remember exactly what the guide told us! For me, this was the best part of the trip because a lot of history was involved, regarding the artists' lives as well as learning about the various techniques used by each artist.
Definitely worth seeing was the John Brett Exhibition. His geographically accurate seacapes are so immense, we ended up walking around the room with our jaws on the floor! Not only did we see the finished work but also Brett's sketch-books and some of his 'amateur photography,' which seemed pretty professional to me.
Towards the end of the our trip I walked through the Celtic section where I saw art of a different kind, but equally impressive. Swords as tall as me, and massived Celtic crosses that are carved with beautiful interlocking patterns, and everything perfectly preserved.
The two-hour drive to Cardiff was well worth making, especially now that the Museum is completely free to visit. Our trip was an invaluable learning experience and one which was enjoyed by everyone.
MATHEMATICS DEPARTMENT
An eager and excited Year 7 left for a day of Mathematics Trails at Oakwood Leisure Park today (Friday) as part of the Mathamagic festival. A full report on the activities they participated in will follow in next week's Newyddion Greenhill News.
GNVQ LEISURE AND RECREATION
The Tenby Trail will take place on Tuesday, October 16, with Year 6 pupils from Tenby Junior School, starting at the Fourcroft Hotel and, accompanied by mascots from local businesses, will officially open the trail which will end in Kiln Park.
The Trail will include questions about places and businesses in Tenby and brief presentations from local organisations such as the Fourcroft Hotel, Fecci's Ice Cream Parlour and Kiln Park.
If any business in Tenby would like to get involved in any way, and requires further details, please contact Mr. G. Owen at Ysgol Greenhill School on (01834) 840108.
OAKWOOD PARK VISIT
On Wednesday, Mr. Owen took a group of GNVQ Intermediate and Advanced Leisure and Recreation students to Oakwood Leisure Park to discover how the company is run.
During the series of lectures, they learnt about customer service, marketing, recruitment, health and safety and so on, all of which are essential components to a successful organisation. In addition to this, they also completed a Key Skills trail.
Everybody who took part thoroughly enjoyed the experience and gained a great deal of valuable insight into the management of a successful business.
JEANS FOR GENES
On Friday, October 5, we will be throwing out the usual dress rules and donning jeans to support this year's national 'Jeans for Genes Appeal.'
Jeans for Genes is inviting everyone across the UK to support the appeal by simply wearing jeans for the day and donating just £1. Proceeds will help five national charities, including Great Ormond Street Hospital Children's Charity and the Cystic Fibrosis Trust, fund vital research into genetic disorders affecting children and provide valuable advice and support services for families.
Jeans for Genes has now raised more than £9 million to support pioneering research projects around the country, and hopes to raise even more this year with your help.
We would love to see everyone in Tenby and the surrounding areas supporting this worthwhile cause by wearing jeans for the day it will cost you a £1.
Over £1,200 was raised last year by Ysgol Greenhill School which made us one of the top money-raising schools in the country as a result, so help us support this special day again this year.
RUGBY
Greenhill School Year 8 v Sir Thomas Picton Year 8: It was a horrible rainy evening at Sir Thomas Picton School in Haverfordwest on Wednesday, September 12. However, despite the conditions, Greenhill played a brilliant game and scored many good tries. From the kick-off, the whole squad imposed themselves in every department.
As this was the first game of the season, the first score was slow in coming, but well worth it when it did. After Dan Colley's touchdown, the flood gates opened with both backs and forwards claiming points.
The final score of 45-0 reflects the strength of the Year 8 squad who hope for a good winning run this year.
Try scorers: Dan Colley (3), James Davies (2), Oliver Morgan, Bobby Briers, David Saunders and Sam Foster.
Man of the match - Jack Bevan.
Year 9 rugby team v Sir Thomas Picton Year 9: On Tuesday, September 11, we played Sir Thomas Picton's Year 9 rugby team (writes Adam Ball, 9SJH).
The squad comprised Richard May, Paul Woods, Karl Butler, Thomas Edwards, Adam Hughes, Nick Drewett, Lance Davies, Adam Ball (captain), Ian Gower, Rhys Thomas, Steven Handicott, Andrew Lawrence, Ben Field-Thomas and Gareth Merriman.
The game started well with Greenhill scoring the first try of the match, Adam Ball being the scorer. Unfortunately, the conversion was narrowly missed by Steven Handicott.
Then STP scored by converting a kick. Greenhill found themselves a try down, but after great tackling skills, we regained the ball and Nick Drewett threw himself over the line for Greenhill's second try.
Just as Greenhill were attacking, an STP player intercepted the ball and scored the final try of the match, and secured the conversion to conclude the game at 14-10 in Sir Thomas Picton's favour.
Our 'man of the match' was unanimously declared as Nick Drewett.
Pembrokeshire Under 18s tournament: This took place last Thursday at Haverfordwest Rugby Club. Ysgol Greenhill School played three games. In the first, we played Milford Haven School and won 15-0. Our scorers were: T. Lewis, Geoffrey Martin and Nick Webster-Smith.
Pembroke were our competitors for the second game, in which we lost to a last gasp try by Pembroke, who eventually went on to win the tournament.
In our third game, we played Fishguard and again won 15-0. Scorers this time were Oliver Duckett, James Caine and Jason Keigh.
Generally, we performed well and the day was certainly useful as a practice for forthcoming fixtures. Despite having a young side, the team looked impressive, so watch this space!
Welsh Schools Saturday Morning League: Tomorrow (Saturday) our senior team will be playing Maesydderwen School, Ystradgynlais, at home. Kick-off is at 10.30 am. Please come along and support us if you can!
FIXTURES
Fixtures for next week: Football against Milford Haven School. Times to be arranged. Rugby against Ysgol y Preseli, Crymych. To be arranged.
CROSS COUNTRY
The Inter County Cross Country Championships will begin next Tuesday, September 25. Eight runners from each group will be chosen to represent the school in a competition which will be held in four schools across the county between September and November. This will be followed by a county cross country race in January.
HOCKEY
Under 16s hockey: Last Thursday, September 13, Ysgol Greenhill School's Under 16s hockey team played Fishguard in a game which proved to be a good start to the season with a goal scored by Samantha Nicholas. Unfortunately, Fishguard also managed to net a goal, the final scoreboard showing a 1-1 draw. Despite this, all players were happy with their performance and pleased with the final result.
The team comprised Selina Morgan, Wendy Lewis, Emily Jones, Kate Gregory/Charlotte Goldsworthy, Amanda Owen, Jeni Edwards, Sally Maher, Hannah Mackay, Kelly Williams, Sammy Nicholas and Miriam Brown.
Senior hockey team: Ysgol Greenhill School's senior hockey team travelled to Fishguard on Thursday, September 13, to play their first game of the season (writes Sian Bennett, 13VEB).
The game started well, with Greenhill dominating play in the first half, which put the girls 1-0 up at half-time, courtesy of a Sian Bennett goal.
Fishguard lifted their game in the second half, which resulted in a final result of 2-1 to Fishguard.
Our team included Louise Mcweeney, Sian Bennett (capt.), Susan Hughes, Ellen Rowell, Jody Hurlow, Anna Joseph, Kathryn John, Sally Lawrence, Rachel Merriman, Ani Nicholls, Selina Morgan and Emma John.
NETBALL
Yesterday (Thursday), several of our netball teams played St. David's at home. Reports will follow next week.
GIRLS' FIXTURES
Next Wednesday, September 26, our combined Year 9 and 10 plus our Year 11 team will play netball against Netherwood School at home. Good luck, girls!
On Thursday, September 27, Years 8, 11 and Under 18 netball teams plus our Year 9 and 10 hockey teams will play away to Tasker Milward School, Haverfordwest. Again, good luck!
DATE FOR YOUR DIARY
Don't forget that the School Orchestra will be performing in a concert organised as part of the Tenby Arts Festival on Tuesday, September 25, at 7.30 pm in the Main Hall. It promises to be a wonderful evening of music, so try not to miss it!