Sun, May 27th, 2018
St. Kilian’s Community School’s Graduation Night 2018
St. Kilian’s Community School held its 6th Year Graduation and Awards night on Thursday, May 24th. This is an annual highlight at the school, with the Sports Hall transformed into a theatre for the evening. A full year of careful organisation and planning by a large team, led by Ms Sinéad Murray, ensures that the 6th Years have such a special night every year. This year, seventy students received their graduation certificates from the Principal, Mr John Murphy, and the 6th Year Head, Mrs Helen Dodd, in front of an audience of over three hundred invited guests.
The graduation theme this year was ‘To Everything there is a Season’, and the evening started with a liturgy, led by Ms Sheelagh Murtagh, one of the school’s two Chaplains. Music was provided by the 6th Year Music Class, under the baton of Ms Louise O’Sullivan.
After speeches by Mrs Dodd and Mr Murphy, the Graduation Awards Ceremony, for many the highlight of the evening, was held. Notable prize winners included Cian O’Neill (Community Spirit), Hannah Brady (Prefect of the Year), Niamh Murray (Lions Club Endeavour Award) and Arif Ogunseye (Academic Excellence). Kalum Walsh and Chloe Gray shared the Attendance Award, while international boxer, Shannon Reilly, and stalwart of the football team, Karl Mulligan, shared the Sports Award. The much-coveted Student of the Year title was awarded to Graham Kane, while Amy Doyle was announced as the LCA Student of the Year. Twelve students were also given the school’s Courtesy Award.
The Student Leadership team of Niamh Murray, Arif Ogunseye, Kellie Waters and Graham Kane brought proceedings to a close with speeches and presentations, before the entire year group took to the stage for a rousing rendition of their graduation song, ‘On Top of the World’. Refreshments were provided by the Parents’ Association, and there was lots of reminiscing about the students’ time at the school and good wishes were extended to everyone for the forthcoming Leaving Certificate exams.
It was a particularly poignant night for Dagmara Tomaszewska and Katie Breen, the last two students from the now-closed St. Thomas’ Community College to graduate from secondary school. There was a large group of their former teachers present to congratulate the two girls, who had transferred to St Kilian’s after their Junior Certificate.
2 Jul
In late 2021, St Kilian's CS was selected to be part of a Department of Education and Youth project in Ireland’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan (NRRP), supported by the European Union through NextGenerationEU funding under its Recovery and Resilience Facility.
30 May
Best wishes to all of our 3rd and 6th Year students in their upcoming exams!
Happy holidays to all other students!
Please see the attached important information.
29 May
Another very successful Transition Year was brought to a close with the annual TY night for parents and guardians on May 30th. Students made presentations outlining the many fantastic experiences they had throughout the year, including this year's very successful production of the Addams Family, the Killary and Belfast trips, work experience and a wide range of other activities. There was also time for lots of awards and for the students' portfolios to be viewed by all the guests. All present joined with TY Coordinator, Mr. Joe Kelly, and Year Head, Ms. Fidelma Ní Mhurchú in wishing the students well in their Senior Cycle.
23 May
The Class of 2025 had their moment in the spotlight on the evening of Thursday, May 22nd at the school's sports hall.
The graduating class's theme this year was 'When one chapter ends, another begins'. The mood of the evening was celebratory and the musical contributions were a highlight for all present. Everyone joined with their Year Head, Mr. Brendan Fitzpatrick, in expressing great pride in the Class of 2025, and wishing them luck and happiness in the future.
14 May
Sports Day 2025 on May 14th was one of the most enjoyable in recent memory. The weather gods smiled on proceedings, participation levels were really high and there was a relaxed and fun atmosphere throughout the day.
28 Mar
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Helen Browne R.I.P.. On a completely voluntary basis, Helen managed the school's Book Rental Scheme for over thirty years.
The Board of Management wishes to express its deep appreciation for Helen's loyalty and selflessness, and for the huge contribution she made to St. Kilian's. The Board extends its sincere condolences to Helen's husband, Martin, her sons, James, Peter, Wayne, Shane and Mikey, and to her extended family.
May Helen rest in peace.
Ní bheidh a leithéid arís ann.
1 Feb
The school's annual Multicultural Day was celebrated on Friday, January 31st, with great participation from the school's students and their parents and families.
3 Jan
St. Kilian's Community School has a vacancy for a part-time Clerical Officer.
A job description and full details of the application process are attached.
20 Dec
Every good wish to all of our students and former students, to their families and to all of our friends for Christmas and New Year.
We hope that you will all stay safe and well over the Christmas period, and that you will find time to relax and enjoy the company of your loved ones.
Best wishes to everyone for health and happiness in 2025.
School reopens on Monday, January 6th 2025.
24 Oct
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Mr. Denis McWatt, retired Deputy Principal of St. Kilian's Community School. Denis passed away on Tuesday, October 22nd, after a short illness.
On behalf of the whole school community, the Board of Management extends its sympathy to Denis's wife Celia, his sons and extended family, former colleagues and students, and all of his friends.
May Denis rest in peace.
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