Sat, Jul 18th, 2020
St Kilian’s CS ‘6th Year Send-Off’
The 6th Year students of St Kilian’s Community School, and indeed all schools, have endured many disappointments over the past few months, and it has been an extremely stressful and challenging time for them. The highlight of every school year at St Kilian’s is the 6th Year Graduation but, because of the social distancing restrictions that are in place for the foreseeable future, this event is on hold for the moment.
St Kilian’s was anxious to mark May 21st, the day for which the graduation had been scheduled. A ’6th Year Send-Off’ was organised by the Class Tutors, Ms Tracey Brophy, Mr Enda Forde, Mr Brian Duggan and Ms Sinéad Murray working alongside the School Principal, Mr John Murphy. Meticulous planning went into the event, which was held online at 5.00pm last Thursday. In the hours prior to the ‘Send-Off’, a team of twelve staff members made door-to-door deliveries with gift bags for all of the students. Each bag contained a commemorative poster, a customised card, some fancy chocolates and a red rose wrapped in the school colours, wine and green. Students were dressed in their school uniforms for one last day and posed for photos, with their families, at their front doors.
The online event was a tremendous success and was attended by all of the students and their families, along with all of the school’s teaching and non-teaching staff. Ms Brophy acted as MC and the programme included the last class roll calls with each student’s 1st and 6th Year photos featured, a message from their Year Head, Ms Maeve Taaffe, video messages from the staff, a class song and a slideshow of lots of memories from down through the years. The students were represented by the Head Girl and Head Boy, Kayleigh Howick and Oscar Yeoh, and the Deputies, Mya-Kate Mullen and Dylan O’Toole who introduced the Fun Awards. Mr Murphy brought proceedings to a close, wishing everyone well on behalf of the whole school community.
Speaking later, Mr Murphy said that the event had exceeded his greatest expectations, that the feedback from everyone had been unbelievable and that the school’s Facebook page had never had more visits. He was very appreciative of everyone’s efforts in making the event a success, and was delighted that the school played some small part in lifting the mood , not only of the students and their families, but of the wider community. It had been a poignant and emotional occasion that had united the greater school community in celebrating a very special group of students. Mr Murphy said that he was extremely proud to be the Principal of a school that could organise such a unique and meaningful event, in such difficult circumstances. Positive relationships and always putting the child first are the hallmarks of the school, and this was never more evident than on last Thursday.
26 Jan
This year's Music and Culture Week, from January 22nd to 26th, had a full programme of musical, dance and art activities. Highlights of the week included performances by the Garda Band and a performance of a Bach cantata, which is part of the Leaving Cert music curriculum. This recital, featuring a group of professional singers and musicians, including past-pupil Ross Scanlon, was attended by senior music students from other local schools and was a tremendous success. Everyone was also wowed by an excellent art exhibition, featuring the work of current and past-pupils.
26 Jan
This year's Multicultural Day was held on Friday, January 26th and had a range of events including Brazilian Capoeira and African Drumming workshops. As in other years, the centrepiece of the day was a major food fair with, and this year forty families, representing twenty-three different nationalities and cultures, were involved.
16 Jan
The Assessment Day for incoming First Year students for the 2024-2025 will take place on Saturday morning, January 27th, at the school.
Parents/Guardians are advised to check their emails for full details.
22 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 spend time with your loved ones.
Best wishes to everyone for health and happiness in 2024.
School reopens on Monday, January 8th 2024.
8 Dec
The school held another very worthwhile and successful College & Careers Awareness Week from December 4th to 9th.
Like in other recent years, there was a strong emphasis on involving past-pupils; those currently attending third-level colleges along with others who have gone on to pursue a variety of careers in the worlds of business and industry.
18 Oct
The Junior Cycle results for 2023 were issued today, Wednesday, October 18th. Congratulations to all of the students involved and their teachers and SNAs on some excellent results!
15 Oct
The school's Wellbeing Week takes place from Monday to Friday, October 16th to 20th. There is a wide range of activities for all year groups including Yoga and Meditation, as well as workshops with Shout Out and Zeeko and a Tony 10 talk. The week culminates with a First Year bonding trip to Avondale.
20 Sep
St Kilian's CS will hold its Open Night on the evening of Tuesday, September 26th, from 6.45pm to 8.45pm.
All primary school pupils and their parents, guardians and families are invited to join us as we celebrate our school and its students.
Past pupils and friends are also very welcome.
19 Sep
Applications for places in First Year 2024-2025 will be accepted from October 2nd until October 23rd 2023.
The Admissions Notice and Application Form (Part 1) are attached.
Please contact the School Office if further information is required.
6 Sep
From September 7th to 12th, four 6th Year students, Cara Byrne, Alannah Howick, Laura Kiselova, and Seán Fox Plunkett accompanied by the school Chaplain, Ms. Sheelagh Murtagh, will take part as helpers on the Dublin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes. We wish them good luck on their travels and in their important work in Lourdes.
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