Pictures from the Céilí held last Friday in SCS as part of Seachtain Na Gaeilge.
Once again our Agricultural Science students and farmers of the future were given a talk from Grassland Agro expert John O’Loughlin.
Discussions ranged from soil sampling and testing to grassland management and fertiliser application.
John highlighted its importance in today's climate.
Future careers and advice that the students could benefit from within the sphere of Agriculture were discussed.
Special thanks to Mr. John O’Loughlin, William Kingston, Ms. O’Brien, Ms. Dullea and Mr. Shanahan for organising the event.
TY students experienced a virtual reality car crash on Tuesday. Students were educated on the five most prominent behaviours that cause car accidents.
As students move towards receiving their own driving licences, the valuable experience they obtained will hopefully keep them safe and away from the frightening statistics we have on Irish roads.
Remember to belt up, keep your eyes on the road and never ever use your phone or drink/drug drive.
Think safe and stay safe.
First year students participated in a French Bingo activity during French class last week - a novel way of learning their numbers in French.
Pictured below are some of the prize winners.
Well done to all.
A 4th year student group in conjunction with Skibbereen Lions Club are collecting old reading glasses.
They will be sent to third world countries where they can be used.
We would be delighted if you can donate any old glasses that you no longer need.
There is a drop off box in the reception area in SCS.
The final date for collection is Friday 22nd March 2024.
Skibbereen Community School will host a Career Options Fair on Tuesday 12th March from 2.00-4.30pm.
TY, 5th & 6th year students, parents/guardians are very welcome to attend.
We would encourage all students to be proactive and become informed about their options after school - Further study at Third level, a Further Education course, an apprenticeship, a traineeship there is so much to consider.....
Come and speak to representatives of Third level providers to get answers to your questions.
UCC, MTU,UL, SETU, SOLAS, Defence Forces, West Cork Campus, Cork College of Commerce and more will be attending the event.
5th Year and TY Agricultural science classes attended a fantastic farm walk & talk hosted by AgriAware in Clonakilty Agricultural College today.
The students were given 10 different talks as they walked through the farm. The topics covered numerous areas of the leaving cert Ag Science curriculum.
Students gained real-life experiences on working farms, from sheep, dairy, beef, grassland, water quality, fertilisers, machinery and much more.
A great day out and thoroughly enjoyed by all.
Skibbereen Community School V Our Lady’s Castleblaney, Monaghan.
Thursday 7th March
1pm
3G Pitch, Heywood Community School, Ballinakill, Laois.
Congratulations & well done to our senior ladies footballers & their coaches on being crowned Munster champions yesterday in Banteer after defeating Mercy Mounthawk Tralee in the final.
Limited tickets available so don’t miss out!
After today’s Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Matinee show, performed for the local primary school students, Cara house, Co action and Cope, tickets will be in short supply.
To avoid disappointment, get your tickets in the school office or at Cathal O’Donovans book store.
Amie and Abigail completed 10 days work experience with Band 1 Brigade as part of an Educational Outreach programme (Irish Defence Forces).
They are pictured with CS Noel Galvin after performing with the Band 1 Brigade in City Hall, Cork.
Skibbereen Community School will host a Career Options Fair on Tuesday 12th March from 2.00-4.30pm.
TY, 5th & 6th year students, parents/guardians are very welcome to attend.
We would encourage all students to be proactive and become informed about their options after school - Further study at Third level, a Further Education course, an apprenticeship, a traineeship there is so much to consider.....
Come and speak to representatives of Third level providers to get answers to your questions.
UCC, MTU,UL, SETU, SOLAS, Defence Forces, NMCI, West Cork Campus, Cork College of Commerce and more will be attending the event.
After our latest matches, Skibbereen Community School 2nd year boys are top of Pool B, while the 1st year team lie second in their pool.
Both teams recorded comfortable victories against Christian Brothers before the midterm, 1st years by a margin of 51 to 29 and the 2nd years 43 to 17.
On Monday, both teams faced tough matches against Crosshaven in top of the table clashes.
The 1st year game was a rip roaring high tempo affair and not for the faint hearted. We lost by a score of 42 to 37 but are determined to learn valuable lessons from this defeat for the upcoming knockout phases
In a repeat of last year's county final, where it took two periods of extra time to find a winner, the 2nd years faced up to a much anticipated contest. On this occasion, we recorded our best result coming away winners by a 17 point margin with man of the match Mark FitzGerald razor sharp from the 3 point line.
Onwards and upwards boys.
Pictured below are our TY students who represented SCS today at the West Cork Final of the Student Enterprise Programme in the Celtic Ross Hotel.
The students presented their products very well and were commended on their stands. Well done to all of them.
There were some fantastic projects on display and a great learning experience for our students.
Pictured below are some of our 4th year students litter picking this week.
Many thanks to Mr. Jerome Dwyer Skibbereen Tidy Towns, Cork County Council and Ms. Orla O’Sullivan for organising.
Best of luck to our Senior Ladies Football Team and their coaches in the Munster Final on Thursday!!
Details:
SCS V Mercy Mounhawk Tralee
Thursday Feb 29th at 1pm in Banteer GAA Grounds.
Entry Fee is €3
Well done to our First and Second Year Girls Basketball Teams and their coaches, Ms. Maria Wilson and Ms. Noirín O Brien on beating Scoil Phobail Bheanntraí today in the league.
Transition year students and their teachers, Ms. Leiber, Ms. Brennan and Ms. Hoskins are busy putting the final touches on this year's musical production "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang"
It promises to be a clap along spectacular and a not to be missed performance.
The show runs on Thursday 29th February, Friday 1st March and Saturday 2nd March.
Tickets can be purchased from Cathal O’Donovan bookshop and from the school.
See you all there!
5th year Agricultural Science students were entertained by an educational talk by a young Manchester farmer Henry Dale from Dale Farm.
His talk stemmed from their 9000 acre dairy and cereal farms based in Manchester and South Scotland, and he highlighted the advantages Irish farming has on a global setting.
The students were very appreciative and respected this young farmer sharing his experiences and knowledge.
A special thank you to Mr. William Kingston and Mr. PJ Fitzgerald for organising this event with Ms. O’Brien and Mr. Shanahan's classes.