The Derry Journal was there to capture these events for posterity.
Here is a selection of photographs from October 1997.
5. Geraldine Keegan presenting the Headmistress' Special Award for Commitment to Noelle Robinson. Included Claire McNabb and Fr. Brian Brady.
Geraldine Keegan presenting the Headmistress' Special Award for Commitment to Noelle Robinson. Included Claire McNabb and Fr. Brian Brady. Photo: Archive
6. Dr. Vera Furness, guest speaker, at St. Mary's prize-giving, presenting the Environmental Award to Terri Ann Moore.
Dr. Vera Furness, guest speaker, at St. Mary's prize-giving, presenting the Environmental Award to Terri Ann Moore. Photo: Archive
7. Fans in Foyleside for the visit of Alex Ferguson.
Fans in Foyleside for the visit of Alex Ferguson. Photo: Archive
8. Young Manchester United fans getting autographs from Alex Ferguson.
Young Manchester United fans getting autographs from Alex Ferguson. Photo: archive