Fri, Dec 8th, 2023
St Kilian's Community School College & Careers Awareness Week 2023
Many thanks to all of the college and industry representatives and past pupils from St Kilian’s for their contribution to this year's College & Careers Awareness Week.
Thanks so much to Aidan Heynes, Oracle, Oran O'Toole, Dublin Fire Brigade, Sophie Costello National College of Ireland, Sean Cryan and @Noel Sweeney
Bray Institute of Further Education, Louise Beirne, Zurich Insurance, Michael Conlon, Technological University Dublin , Lucy Tierney Blackrock Further Education Institute, Aoife Byrne Trinity Access Programmes, @Fiona Mcloughlin Dún Laoghaire Institute of Art, Design and Technology for their excellent presentations on a range of college and career options available to 5th and 6th year students on completion of their Leaving Certificate.
On Tuesday, December 5th, 5th and 6th Year students had an opportunity to network with current 3rd-level students. Many thanks to the 20 past-pupils who participated, representing courses in:
All contributed to an informative and motivating experience for the 6th Year students, who are now considering their career and CAO options.
The Day in the Life Apprenticeship Networking Event took place on Thursday, December 7th. On this occasion, students learnt about apprenticeship routes to rewarding careers in:
A big thank you to all of the contributors from industry who participated including Jessica Mckeown, FIT; Thomas Kelly and Sadb McCauley Iarnród Éireann Irish Rail, @Darragh Brien, National College of Ireland; Brian Roche, ESB; Garret Young, Trinity Recruitment Volkswagen, Mayking Chong, Prendergast Keogh & Company, Chartered Accountants, Bray and Tracey Morgan.
#earlycareers #collegeoptions #cao #apprenticeships
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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