Ballycarry service to celebrate 40 years of Downshire School
Under the leadership of first principal Maurice Jackson - and subsequent heads - Downshire has played an important role as a community school, since its opening in 1978.
On Sunday, June 3, at 11.30, Ballycarry Presbyterian Church is holding a service to celebrate and give thanks for the school providing a good rounded education and caring service to the community.
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Hide AdRev G Farquhar, school governor and minister, stated: “It will give present and past pupils, parents and friends an opportunity to say thank-you. The school will reopen in September as the Junior School of Carrickfergus Academy following a merger with Carrickfergus College.
“However, I am sure that the ethos of Downshire school will not be lost, promoting personal excellence where ‘every child matters, is valued and of worth.”