Fri, Feb 12th, 2021
Dear Parent/Guardian,
At the end of what has been a very challenging successful half-term, I want to thank you for all of your cooperation in ensuring that it has been such a successful one too. Attendance in our online classes has ranged from very good to excellent and I want to pay tribute to our students, to you their parents/guardians along with the teachers and SNAs for the understanding and great efforts that we have witnessed in recent weeks.
I will update you on some matters, although I don’t have much clarity on some of the very important ones.
As of now, there are no fixed dates for returning to school. Indications are that we will be returning on a phased basis, from sometime at the end of February. As soon as I have details, I will let you know.
In the meantime, online classes will resume for all students from Monday, February 22nd at 8.40am.
As you are no doubt aware, there are still no definite arrangements for assessment for this year’s Leaving Certificate. I hope, as I know you do, that we will have clarity before too much longer. Likewise, we are awaiting decisions regarding this year’s Junior Certificate. I will share information with you as soon as it becomes available.
Without having a clear idea of what the State Examinations will involve, it is not possible to plan for any possible Mock examinations. Whether or not Mocks take place will very much depend on the assessment arrangements. Time will also be an important consideration.
The Home School Community Liaison Coordinators in St. Kilian’s and St. Fergal’s are hosting an online talk for parents/guardians about the support services available for families in Bray on Friday, 26th February 10.00-11.30 on MS Teams. The talk can be accessed on the day by clicking the link below.
At this talk, you will hear from several different agencies that offer a range of supports for both adults and young people, including: Jigsaw, Barnardos, Tusla Family Support Service, SPECS, Bray Area Partnership, Bray Community Addiction Team and many more.
Please contact Izzy Fox (HSCL) on 086 7008999 if you require more details.
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The Association of Community & Comprehensive Schools (ACCS), in conjunction with Microsoft, is hosting a Webinar for Parents/Guardians on managing remote learning (A Parent’s Guide). This should be very helpful to you as you try to support your son/daughter with the online learning environment. Registration and other details are below.
ACCS is delighted to host a 60-minute webinar on January 20th at 4.00 p.m. which will be focused on supporting parents and guardians with Office 365. This session will be delivered by Karen Burke, who is a teacher who specialises in the use the use of Office 365 as a platform for Teaching & Learning with a particular focus on Microsoft Teams & OneNote.
Session Overview:
Speaker:
Karen Burke is the Customer Service Manager in Microsoft Education Ireland in that role she supports the development and training to allow for the development of successful digital strategies in educational institutions. She is an MIE Master Trainer and specialises in the use the use of Office 365 as a platform for Teaching & Learning with a particular focus on Microsoft Teams & OneNote. Karen is an educator with more than 10 years’ experience in UK and Ireland and has previously worked in one of Microsoft Showcase Schools.
Please Click on the link below to register for the Webinar:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUkc-yqpzksG9eten29bv8Wy1kx9DhwkZIs
You will receive a confirmation email from ACCS <no-reply@zoom.us> immediately after registering, containing a link and passcode to join the webinar.
During this period of continued school closure, all queries can still be directed to the School Office (01-2828126) or you can email advice@stkilianscs.com. If parents/guardians need to contact a teacher, they should use these means.
Students have teachers’ email addresses for the purpose of their classes and for sharing queries, information, homework and assignments only.
Technical queries should be emailed to ictteam@stkilianscs.com.
The school’s Care Team, including the Guidance Counsellors and Chaplains continue to be available to support students at this time. Please do not hesitate to contact the school (01-2828126 or advice@stkilianscs.com) if you are concerned about your son’s /daughter’s mental health or if you have any other concerns where you feel that we can be of assistance. Likewise, the Home School and Community Liaison Coordinator, Ms Izzy Fox (086-7008999) continues to be available to support families at this time.
I wish you all continued good health and safety and I hope that your sons and daughters enjoy a well-deserved break over the coming week.
Best wishes,
John Murphy,
Principal.
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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