On Tuesday 28th January year 8, 10 and 11 pupils participated in a selection of Physics, Chemistry and Biology data-logging activities. It was a  great experience enjoyed by all.      

The return of the STEM Bus to St Paul’s, enabled pupils from AS Biology the opportunity to experience genetic engineering techniques including gel electrophoresis. It was a great opportunity and an experience enjoyed by all.

As part of our recent Careers week at St Paul’s, a group of Year 12 students visited Dundalk Institute of Technology for a taster day in engineering and computer games development. The students were given two practical sessions and demonstrations on the use of mathematics in engineering and computer science. The engineers showed how maths […]

 Pictured above is Pat Jameson from Sentinus giving a talk to Year 10 students. On Friday 8th of March, as part of our Careers week, Pat Jameson from Sentinus provided our Year 10 students with an Engineering experience. Every pupil had the opportunity to work as a member of a team constructing circuits and building a […]

Pictured above is Paul Mc Crory from ‘Learn Differently’, delivering a Key Stage 2 show to pupils from our local primary schools.  Paul Mc Crory from ‘Learn Differently’, in collaboration with Queen’s University in Belfast, came to St Paul’s last week, to deliver an exciting road show entitled ‘Chemical Connections’ for our Year 8 pupils. […]

 Pictured are key stage three pupils from St Paul’s, being shown a demonstration on how one of the machines work.  Key Stage three and Key Stage four pupils visited the STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths) Bus recently and were given an awareness of what can be achieved in the areas of Engineering and Technology […]

Once again, the STEM bus paid a welcome visit to St Paul’s High School. The purpose of the STEM visit was to allow pupils the opportunity to gain experience in using techniques in DNA technology. These included cutting DNA with restriction enzymes and genetic finger printing. The experience is invaluable as it offers pupils the opportunity to use apparatus […]

The IET presenter had the pupils jumping off their seats to get involved. On Wednesday 19th September the IET presented two exciting new shows that aimed to inspire the next generation of engineers. Our own Year 8s and pupils from St Peter’s Primary School, Cloughreagh, St Joseph’s Primary School, Bessbrook and Bessbrook Primary School were entertained […]

Recent past pupil Emer McDonnell, who is currently studying for a Honours Degree in Chemical Engineering at Queen’s University Belfast, was presented with a Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Entrance Scholarship Award.   The award was presented to her by Professor Ellen Douglas-Cowie, Pro-Vice-Chancellor of Queen’s University at a ceremony held recently at Queen’s. Emer’s parents […]

St Paul’s High School, a Specialist College for Science, recently hosted an eventful week celebrating Science with three exciting events. One of the highlights of Science Week was the visit of the STEM Module Bus showcasing the different jobs STEM can offer, and the Young Science Magic roadshow.  Partner schools, St Joseph’s High School, Crossmaglen, […]