Fri, Jan 5th, 2018
Wigilia 2017
On the evening of December 13th, 2017, the Polish community of St Kilian's CS came together at the school, to celebrate Wigilia, Polish Christmas Eve. The event was the brainchild of Ms Monika Uí Annaidh, a native of Poland, who joined St Kilian's as a Maths teacher in September 2017.
In the weeks prior to the event, Ms Uí Annaidh was helped, with planning and preparation for the event, by a large group of students, parents and teachers. Good use was made of WhatsApp in coordinating everyone's efforts, and everyone worked hard to ensure that the evening was well publicised.
Guests arrived from 6.00pm, and were led along the darkened, candle-lit corridor to the School Library, which had been transformed by the students involved. Everywhere was festively decorated, with a Polish theme, with the centrepiece being a magnificent dining table to seat the sixty guests present. A group of musicians provided entertainment with traditional Polish music and songs.
In the Polish tradition, events began with everyone present sharing the Eucharist with one another, while sharing greetings and blessings for Christmas and the New Year. Following this, guests shared a wonderful meal, which had been prepared by the families themselves. The tradition with Wigilia is that the food is mostly vegetarian, with some fish sometimes involved. Desserts and cakes were also both delicious and plentiful. Afterwards, everyone joined in singing traditional Polish Christmas carols.
Ms Uí Annaidh and Mr John Murphy, Principal, both spoke and thanked everyone who had made the evening such a wonderful and memorable success. Mr Murphy spoke about the many characteristics and values that Polish and Irish people share. He paid tribute to the many Polish students, both past and present, and to their families for the significant contribution that they have made to St Kilian's. He talked about how 'community' is at the centre of everything that happens in the school and how the Wigilia celebration had been such a wonderful example of this. He reserved special praise and thanks for Ms Uí Annaidh, whose hard work and enthusiasm had ensured that the evening had been such a special and memorable one.
Everyone present on the night is already looking forward to Wigilia 2018!
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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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