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We are sorry to hear of the passing of former teacher Mr Ritchie. Here is the article by Ernest Armitage from the 1990-1991 yearbook.
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In it he says “Mr Ritchie has won the respect and affection of pupils and staff for his sincerity, his friendliness, his sympathy and understanding and his helpfulness. His contribution and loyalty to the College has been outstanding”.
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Death Notice of Hugh James Roy Ritchie (Dundrum, Dublin) | rip.ie

The death has occurred of Hugh James Roy Ritchie of Dundrum, Dublin Ireland, on 13/10/2024. You can view the full death notice and add your condolences here.

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This week the College welcomed back past pupil Brian Moore (class of 1994) to take up his position as the new Principal of Wesley College.
Wesley College Dublin@wesleycollege27 Aug 2024
We are thrilled to welcome not only our new pupils this week but also a familiar face from the class of 1994. This week marks a special 'second first week' for Mr. Brian Moore, who returns to Wesley College as our new principal.
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It’s getting closer! Class of 1994 don’t miss the chance to catch up with your classmates after 30 years.
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Congratulations to alumna Lara Gillespie on finishing 10th in the track cycling ominium. She won one of the 4 events along the way. We saw some really brave cycling and such a composed interview. Well done Lara! rte.ie/sport/paris-2024/2024…

Paris 2024: Tenth for Gillespie in track cycling omnium

Ireland's Lara Gillespie finished tenth in the women's track cycling omnium, with victory going to the USA's Jennifer Valente.

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Pat Murphy is doing a charity vintage tractor drive from Malin head to Mizen head on the WAW for Concern and for the people of Gaza. This event starts on Thursday 1st August and it will take two weeks to complete. gofundme.com/f/malin-to-mize…

Donate to Malin to Mizen - Charity Tractor Run for Concern, organized by Pat Murphy

Hi all, My name is Pat Murphy and I am doing a charity vintage tractor ru… Pat Murphy needs your support for Malin to Mizen - Charity Tractor Run for Concern

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We want to wish our two alumni Lara Gillespie and Darragh Walsh all the best as they take part in the Paris Olympics.
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Alumna Lucy Burgess is halfway through her volunteer trip in Battambang, Cambodia. She’s being supported by the Wesley College ‘Making a Difference’ initiative. She is teaching classes every day to all different age groups and levels. Watch this space to hear more.
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Fabulous to see alumnus and head coach Scott Mulligan with his gold medal winning HockeyID team with the Taoiseach and Tánaiste today. Congratulations Scott!
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The story that just keeps getting bigger! 🌟 Following on their gold medal success at the Special Olympics National Games the IRL HockeyID team met with both Taoiseach Simon Harris and Tánaiste Micheál Martin at Government Buildings. 👉 Full story: hockey.ie 👈
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Congratulations to alumnus Donald Tesky who has won this year’s RCSI Art Award, in association with the Royal Hibernian Academy (RHA) and The Irish Times, for his oil on canvas piece titled Orchestral II.
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Congratulations to alumna Jane Cox (class of 1988) on winning a Tony Award on Sunday night. rte.ie/entertainment/2024/06…

Irish lighting designer among winners at Tony Awards

Jane Cox, an Irish lighting designer based in the US, was among the winners at the Tony Awards in New York on Sunday night.

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A group of alumni are participating in a major tag rugby tournament in Limerick, the Pig N Porter Tournament, on the 6th July . They see this event as a perfect opportunity to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society …justgiving.com/page/fl-fundr…
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Alumni involved: Peter Costello (Class of 2020) Craig Robertson (Class of 2020) James McGoldrick (Class of 2020)  Petar Martic (Class of 2020)  David Menezes (Class of 2020)  Rachel Sutton (Class of 2020) Craig Mackay (Class of 2021)
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Bobbi Gillespie (Class of 2022) has spent the last 5 weeks at Yarroway Farm in India. She’s being supported by the Wesley College ‘Making a Difference’ initiative. She has gained hands-on experience in biodynamic and organic farming. Watch this space to hear more about this.
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5 alumni standing for election.
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Wesley College Alumni retweeted
Wesley College Dublin@wesleycollege6 Jun 2024
Wesley College bids farewell to Mr. Graham Darlington, a dedicated educator and cherished Deputy Principal. A student from 1976 to 1983, he returned as a H. Dip teacher in 1987, joined full-time in 1988, became Vice Principal in 2002, and Deputy Principal in 2017.
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Wesley College Alumni retweeted
Wesley College Dublin@wesleycollege6 Jun 2024
Wesley College bids farewell to Brian Delany, an esteemed member of our community since 1988. As a teacher of Business Studies and house master in the Embury boarding house, Brian played a pivotal role in shaping the lives of students both academically and personally.
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