Salerno Secondary School
RTE Short Story Competition
11 May 2018
Congratulations to Ellie Duffy F3 and Alex Strickland F1. The girls were two of nine finalists out of 3000 entries for the prestigious RTE/Puffin short story competition. Ellie achieved 3rd Place in her category 15-18yrs for her short story "Possessions", a powerful tale of grief and lost. Alex achieved 2nd Place in her category 11-14yrs for her short story "Once Again" a beautifully evoked gothic tale. The girls enjoyed a fabulous day at RTE meeting Ryan Tubridy, Claire Byrne, CaitrĂ­ona Perry, Anne Cassin, Michael Doherty and author Dave Ruddan. Well done Ellie & Alex.