Last Thursday, the school opened its doors for a public debate entitled 'Genetic Engineering'. The weather was particularly unkind on that day and as a result, not as many people turned up as hoped. Nevertheless, a spirited and very interesting debate ensued.

Proposing the motion were Professor Anthony Campbell and Year 12 student, Matthew Bonnaud. On the opposing side were Mr. Peter Oeppen and Year 13 student, Jennifer Varallo. Chairing the evening was Mrs. Heather Henry and the guest timekeeper was Dr. Mike Brew, chairman of the governors. Jess Ormonde, of Year 12, introduced everyone to the audience in a most professional manner.

Much research had been undertaken by both teams and the resulting debate was both informative, interesting and well put forward.

Congratulations to all who took part and very many thanks for their valuable time to Professor Campbell, Dr. Brew, Mr. Oeppen and Mrs. Henry, who masterminded and organised the event.

A poll was taken at the beginning of the debate - 40 per cent for and 60 per cent against, and at the end of the evening - 48 per cent for and 52 per cent against.

PTA 200 Club

Congratulations go to January winner, Mrs. E. Bevan, of Cold Inn, Kilgetty.

Adran y Gymraeg

Well done to the Urdd swimming team who succeeded in winning 11 medals in the national finals at Penlan Leisure Centre, Swansea, on Saturday. Winners were:

Year 11: Michael Nicholas 100m back (gold), 100 IM (silver).

Years 9 and 10: Matthew Brown 100m back (bronze); Jamie Nicholas 100m breast (bronze); freestyle relay team -Matthew Brown, Jamie Nicholas, Gavin Kinsey and Carl Amos (silver); medley relay team, as above (bronze).

Years 7 and 8: Emily Pellington 100m fly (bronze); girls' freestyle relay - Natasha Kinsey, Gemma Amos, Emily Pellington and Kasha Lanham (silver); girls' medley relay, as above (silver); boys' freestyle relay - Danny Brown, Daniel Brown, Leon Goddard and Lewys Canton (silver); boys' medley relay - Daniel Brown, Leon Goddard, Andrew James and Lewys Canton (gold)

Llangyfarchiadau i bawb!

WRITING WORKSHOP

Six students from Year 9 attended a Welsh Writing Squad 'Sgwad Sgwennu' with the Urdd organisation at Neyland. Throughout the day students participated in writing workshops with Welsh author Bethan Gwanas and produced a three-day diary of a famous person. Da iawn I bawb.

What's the Buzz?

What's the Buzz? That is only one of the songs on students' minds at Greenhill as they prepare for their forthcoming production of Jesus Christ Superstar. With only two weeks to go, members of the cast, orchestra, directors, costume designer and back stage crew are certainly buzzing. Tickets are on sale at Dales Music Shop, Tenby and Creative Arts Department, Greenhill. Delay buying your tickets and you may be unlucky as they are selling very well. The people of Tenby and district are keen to see a powerful musical presented with full cast and orchestra. Don't delay -book today.

Diary Dates

Monday, February 9: Year 11 GCSE Music Concert, Drama Studio, 7 pm.

Monday to Friday, February 16 - 20 inclusive: Half-term.

Monday, February 23: School re-commences.

Tuesday to Friday, February 24 - 27: Jesus Christ Superstar production.