1st Year Science Trip to Armagh Observatory
The First Years had a very enjoyable and educational trip to Armagh Observatory last week. They took two journeys in the planetarium dome – starting with the visualisation of the Big Bang, the evolution of stars, planets, galaxies, molecules and life itself. They also looked at the constellations they can see in the night sky, eclipses, moon phases and space travel – with a little competition led by their facilitator.
They did a marvelous job making rockets, used hydraulic power to propel them across Armagh and recycled the materials after. In the exhibition area, they asked very interesting questions to the facilitators, touched a real meteorite and tried on space helmets.
The facilitators and teachers commended the First Years on their excellent behaviour, curiosity and general good company. Thanks to the Science Department for organising such an enjoyable and worthwhile trip.
Click on the following link to view the photos and videos from the trip:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1hxu4w8bZVOU-oGgf4RgsF_V_ufyFFOkH?usp=share_link
Ms. Brosnan
