Stand Up Week 2023
Well done to the “Stand Up Week” committee, led by Ms. Twomey and Ms. Scully, on their fantastic organisation of several events throughout the week. Stand Up Awareness Week is a time for post-primary schools, youth services and Youthreach centres in Ireland to take a stand against homophobic, biphobic and transphobic bullying. This week is an opportunity to take steps to make spaces safe and supportive for LGBTQ+ young people. The theme of the Ard Scoil’s Stand Up Week was ‘Allyship’. Some of the wonderful events carried out included quizzes, bake-sales, the creative design of a pin for every student and staff member in the school, and of course the beautiful “Rainbow Day” – a day of brightly coloured clothing.