Page 3 - Spring Newsletter 2024

Message from The Principal

Welcome to another edition of our school newsletter, where
we reflect on the events and achievements that have marked
the Spring Term. As the season of renewal and new
beginnings Spring holds special significance for our school
community. Just as nature bursts forth with new life and
promises of warmer days to come, our students continue on
their own journey of growth and transformation.

First and foremost congratulations to our 6th Years who have
successfully completed their Irish and Modern Language Oral
Exams before Easter, marking a significant milestone in their
academic journey. With their state exams projects underway
and the June exams looming on the horizon, we commend
their dedication and hard work. To our 6th Years and also our
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3 Years who will be sitting their Junior Certificate in June, we
offer our best wishes for the months ahead. Remember to
stay calm, stay focused on your academics and revision, and
maintain a healthy balance as you navigate this crucial
period. By prioritising self care, managing stress, and seeking
support when needed, you can minimise anxiety and
approach your exams with confidence and resilience. Please
remember that After School Study is available throughout the
rest of the year until the Summer Exams.

As we reflect on the events of the Spring Term, we are
reminded of the vibrant energy and enthusiasm that
constantly permeates our school community. From engaging
classroom activities to the many fun and interesting
extracurricular and co curricular activities, each day is filled
with opportunities for learning, growth and camaraderie. A
highlight for students this term was the Careers Fair which
was held in the Assembly Hall on March 7th. It was an
incredibly successful night organised by Mr Kirwan, Ms
Fitzpatrick and Mr Leigh. Students and their parents had the
opportunity to meet with over fifty different professions, many
of whom were past pupils, parents and friends of the College.
It was a night designed to inspire students and to help them to
consider career options for the future. I would like to sincerely
thank all the contributors for their time and sharing their
wisdom and advice with the students . The students
thoroughly enjoyed the event and found it very worthwhile.
TY students and their parents also attended a Subject Choice
Information Evening which was a part of a week- long series
of events provided by the school to help students to make
more informed choices about their subject choices for the
Leaving Certificate. I would like to thank Guidance Counsellor
Ms Fitzpatrick for coordinating the events and all the subject
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teachers and 5 Year students who made presentations
throughout the week.
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