Second years attended retreats in Scala this week. They focused on the themes of friendship and identity and enjoyed some free time outside of the normal school routine.
Congratulations to SCS students on winning the U16 County Football Final with Ilen Rovers at the weekend. They defeated Kilshannig in the final in Kilmichael. Well done to all!
Science Week is taking place in SCS from the 7th to 14th November.
Pictured below are Ms. O’Donovan’s 2nd year Science class launching a rocket on the football field to demonstrate how rockets operate and how force plays its part.
First years were busy today gathering up donations and preparing shoeboxes for the Team Hope Christmas Shoebox Appeal. Many thanks to all those who have donated.
Our Senior Ladies Football Panel and their coaches, Ms. Ella Ryan and Ms. Anna Ward fell short against Sacred Heart Clonakilty Convent today in their opening Munster Championship home game but had a very good second half. There is huge potential going forward.
Our Senior Boys Football Panel and their coach, Mr. David Whelton , beat Colaiste Na Sceilge, Caherciveen in their opening Corn Ni Mhuiri Munster Championship match in Kenmare today on a scoreline of 1-19 to 1 -05. This was a fantastic team performance and they now play Colaiste Choilm Ballincollig in the next round.
Well done to everyone involved with today's football games; players, coaches, selectors, mentors and local clubs..
CAO WEBINAR NOW AVAILABLE - UNTIL THE 10TH OF NOVEMBER
The CAO have forwarded the link to download and review the webinar recorded during the information evening for students and parents on the 19th of October. Please be advised, this will only be on the CAO website for a limited period - until the 10th of November, after which time the link will no longer be active.
To view the webinar:
Well done to the Senior Boys Football Panel and their coaching staff on their win over Clonakilty Community College this afternoon in Ardfield. This was a trial game for both teams as they prepare for their respective Corn Ni Mhuiri openers after mid term. SCS are away to Colaiste Na Sceilge, Caherciveen on Wednesday, November 3rd.
A CANDLE IN THE WIND
MEMORIAL EVENT
SKIBBEREEN
THURSDAY 28TH OCTOBER
Skibbereen Arts Festival are organising a memorial event to commemorate all those who passed away locally during the pandemic and were unable to receive a proper traditional funeral.
The focus of the event will be the reading of the names of those who have left us during this difficult time. Beginning at 7pm, it will consist of a candlelit procession through the town and culminate with readings, songs & music with local & national artists in the Fairfield.
This will be a simple, respectful way to honour those who have passed, while commiserating with the families who were unable to have a traditional wake for their departed.
The event will commemorate anyone from Skibbereen and the surrounding hinterland so anyone within a 10 mile radius of town. If you would like to have someone included in the commemoration, or know of someone who might like to have their loved one included, then please email skibbereenmemorial@gmail.com with their name & address, the date they passed away, and a photograph. We’d really appreciate it if you could spread the word so people know this event is happening.
Updates will appear over the coming days in local media and on Skibbereen Arts Festival’s Facebook page and website www.skibbereenartsfestival.com
Please click on the buttons below for the relevant Exam Timetable.
3rd YEAR
6TH YEAR
Congratulations to the School’s Green Schools Committee members and their teacher Ms. Una McNulty on winning a second environmental Green Flag for water conservation at An Taisce’s National Online Presentation ceremony. Jack and Rachel, 5th Year were also named Water Conservation Ambassadors for the Southern Region for all their work with the Ocean Plastics Project and the installation of the water bottle fillers in the school. Also pictured is Mr. Tom Vaughan, Facilities Manager, BAM
Congratulations to Isabel, 4th Year on her recent Texaco Art win. She is pictured receiving her prize from Principal Mr. Anton O Mahony and her Art teacher, Ms. Susan O Regan.
We at SCS pledge to Walk More and Connect with Nature for Climate Action Week.
Before hopping in the car for short journeys, consider the health benefits of walking, as well as the lower costs, financial and environmental.
As you are out walking, you can use the time to connect with nature. Even better if you can do so with others. @ClimateAmbassador #ClimateActionWeek #ClimatePledge.
5th & 6th year Agricultural Science students went on a farm walk today on Michael & Marguerite Crowley’s farm in Caheragh.
The students learned a lot about grassland management on this trip and how to farm but yet, maintain a work-life balance.
A special thanks to the Crowley family for giving of their time & knowledge for the benefit of our students.
CAO Virtual Information Evening
Tuesday, 19 October 2021 from 7pm - 8.15pm
An information evening for students, parents and guardians in association with CAO, the Institute of Guidance Counsellors and the National Parents Council post-primary.
The evening's agenda will include presentations from representatives of CAO, IGC and the National Parents Council post-primary. The evening will conclude with an FAQ session where some of the common queries received by all three organisations will be highlighted.
Well done to Skibbereen Community School students who were worthy winners of the All-Ireland Girls U14 Gaelic Football Community Games Competition today in UL, Limerick.
November Exams for 6th and 3rd Years will run from November 4th to 12th. 6th Year Exam Papers will be 2 hours in duration. 3rd Year Exam Papers will be 1 1/2 Hours in duration. Exams will be held in the Sports Hall on alternate days for each year group.
1st year & TY French students enjoying a French Breakfast with their teacher Mr. Lynch.
“Le petit déjeuner” is the French for breakfast and this is often shortened down to “le petit déj” among the French!
Our 4th year Agricultural Science students visited Buckley’s farm in Castlehaven today.
Thanks to James Buckley (4th year) for giving us an informative talk on his family’s dairy farm.
Photos from “SCS Language & Culture Week” which was held from September 27th to October 1st.
TY mentors enjoyed a trip to Lough Hyne with their first year groups as part of the school’s induction programme. It was a great Team Building Day and we were very lucky with the fabulous weather!
Many thanks to all those involved!
