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Irish Independent
5 days ago
- General
- Irish Independent
See photos as Wicklow school honours graduating class with memorable send-off
Held in the school's sports hall, the multidenominational event honoured the achievements, growth, and resilience of the Class of 2025, featuring heartfelt speeches, musical performances, and the presentation of special awards highlighting both academic excellence and school spirit. This year's Female Academic Student of the Year was awarded to Ruby Connolly, with Noah Hayes receiving the title of Male Academic Student of the Year, recognising both students for their outstanding dedication and consistent academic achievement across subjects. Celebrating the heart and spirit of Coláiste Eoin, Grace Mulhall and Adam Byrne were honoured with the Spirit of the School awards for their positivity, kindness, and meaningful contributions to the school community throughout their time in Coláiste Eoin. 'The school extends its sincere thanks to Mr Darragh Kelly for his thoughtful organisation of the ceremony, to Ms Leeann Cummins for providing beautiful musical accompaniment, and to Ms Mairead Tompkins for coordinating refreshments on the night,' a school spokesperson said. 'The ceremony provided students and families with an opportunity to reflect on shared memories, achievements, and the bonds formed over the past six years. It was a fitting and respectful farewell to a remarkable group of young people as they prepare to embark on the next chapter of their lives. 'Coláiste Eoin wishes the Leaving Certificate Class of 2025 every success and happiness in the years ahead.' Meanwhile, Coláiste Eoin's transition year students were also honoured at a recent ceremony, where pupils received awards and certs for Junk Kouture, enterprise, achievements, the Future Leaders Programme, Gaisce, Spirit (Cathal Cullen and Lilly Murphy), along with Students of the Year, Molly Rose Burke and Christopher O'Toole.
Irish Independent
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Gardaí called to schools match involving County Mayo team
The match was a Minor 'B' Boys National Cup Final (Under 15, Small Schools) between Mayo's Balla Secondary School and Coláiste Eoin from Finglas, Co Dublin The alleged brawl began after a player received a yellow card towards the end of the game, which finished in a 1-0 win for Balla Secondary School at Athlone Town FC stadium. The referee blew the full-time whistle shortly afterwards. A small number of spectators allegedly entered the field of play, but the majority of supporters remained in the stand. Gardaí arrived at the scene after the commotion had died down but the cup presentation to Balla Secondary School was delayed by an hour. Gardaí spoke to players about the incident before they left the venue. A garda source told the Irish Independent that gardaí made no arrests and did not record any incident of assault. One parent who attended the game described the incident as 'unsavoury' and said the game was otherwise played in a sporting manner.
Irish Independent
02-05-2025
- Sport
- Irish Independent
Gardaí called to schools match in County Mayo
The match was a Minor 'B' Boys National Cup Final (Under 15, Small Schools) between Mayo's Balla Secondary School and Coláiste Eoin from Finglas, Co Dublin The alleged brawl began after a player received a yellow card towards the end of the game, which finished in a 1-0 win for Balla Secondary School at Athlone Town FC stadium. The referee blew the full-time whistle shortly afterwards. A small number of spectators allegedly entered the field of play, but the majority of supporters remained in the stand. Gardaí arrived at the scene after the commotion had died down but the cup presentation to Balla Secondary School was delayed by an hour. Gardaí spoke to players about the incident before they left the venue. A garda source told the Irish Independent that gardaí made no arrests and did not record any incident of assault. One parent who attended the game described the incident as 'unsavoury' and said the game was otherwise played in a sporting manner.
