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***DEADLINE FOR BOOK GRANT APPLICATIONS***

ALL BOOK GRANT APPLICATIONS MUST BE RETURNED BY FRIDAY, 12TH MARCH.

Bocan Drama Club presents "Johnnie's Britches"

Bocan Drama Club proudly presents their hugely successful play, "Johnnie's Britches", a three act comedy by playwright P. G. O' Dea, in the Áras, Carndonagh Community School on Friday, March 12th - doors opening at 8pm, play begins 8.30p.m.  Come along for a night of fun and entertainment. Everybody welcome...Proceeds in aid of school funds.

[04 March 2010; 14:13]

Junior Cycle Education - ERSI & NCCA Research Documentation

The following PDF document, "Junior Cycle Education - Insight From a Longitudinal Study of Students" is a research bulletin prepared by Emer Smyth of the Economic and Social Research Institute (ERSI) of Ireland.

http://www.esri.ie/UserFiles/publications/20091218115212/RB20090401.pdf

Also available from the ESRI is a PDF document (downloadable from the NCCA website), "NCCA commentary on ESRI research into experiences of third year students" regarding students in the third year of junior cycle and their transition to senior cycle.

http://www.ncca.ie/uploadedfiles/publications/ESRI_3rdYr.pdf

[10 March 2010; 13:45]

Junior Cert. Metalwork Projects 2010

Congratulations to Aaron McDaid 3C and Owen Doherty 3A, who have both completed their Junior Cert. Metalwork projects well ahead of schedule. Owen was the first pupil in CCS to complete his Metalwork project, a battery-powered tipping truck (OL), an impressive two months ahead of the deadline. Aaron's battery-powered remote-controlled go-kart (HL) was completed a month ahead of time. Well done to both boys.

Take a closer look at the projects

[05 March 2010; 14:21]

Guest Tea 2010

Many thanks to all the guests, sponsors, pupils and staff who helped to make the Guest Tea 2010 a success.

List of Guest Tea Sponsors (PDF download)

***MOCKS & LEAVING CERT/JUNIOR CERT EXAMS INFORMATION***

***LEAVING CERT EXAMS 2009/10 LINKS***

Leaving Cert Exams (JUNE) Timetable (PDF)

Practical Leaving Cert Exams Timetable (PDF)

***JUNIOR CERT EXAMS 2009/10 LINKS***

Junior Cert Exams (JUNE) Timetable (PDF)

Practical Junior Cert Exams Timetable (PDF)

Senior Boys are Ulster Champions 2010!

The senior boys soccer team edged a dramatic Ulster final against Carrickmacross in Ballyshannon on Monday evening, 22nd February. The 3-2 final score doesn't tell the whole story however, the Carn men having led 3-0 with the cup seemingly in the bag. But a Monaghan fightback made for a nervy finish. Scorers for CCS were Conor Keddy, Daniel McLaughlin and Darren Doherty. Ryan McLaughlin's performance earned him the Man of the Match title. The aptly named "All-Ireland team" have seen plenty of big-game opportunities over the years, with a national cup the only missing piece of silverware. But there's a feeling in CCS that this year might be theirs. An All-Ireland semi-final against Leinster opposition awaits...

[22 February 2010; 21:21]

Open Night 2010

CCS hosted its annual Open Night on Wednesday, 3rd February. There was the usual blend of facts and fun for those in attendance, not least due to the efforts of Transition Year. The Department stands gave prospective pupils a taste of the many and varied subjects on offer, and there was more than subjects to taste as Transition Year and the Home Economics Department provided finger-food for the masses. Overall, it was an enjoyable and informative occasion for visitors and hosts.

Open Night 2010 Photo Album

[08 February 2010; 17:45]

A Talent Extravaganza - DVD & Photo Album

With the Extravaganza photo album still a work in progress and the DVD still to become a work in progress, a ten minute video taster of the twenty-two act Talent Extravaganza is now available online. If you enjoyed the show first time round, you won't be disappointed!

'A Talent Extravaganza' - VIDEO LINK (30 second preview of each act)

Backstage before the show!

Dress Rehearsal

[02 February 2010; 01:56]

Class 1D Religion / SPHE Project

Pupils from Class 1D were involved in a Religion / SPHE Project in the run-up to Christmas. Many pupils donated food and money to the St. Vincent de Paul National Food Appeal. The project was a huge success and great atmosphere and spirit were developed in the classroom. A big thank you to all of the pupils who worked so hard to make this project the success it was.

Class 1D with their teacher, Mrs. Gallagher and local members of the SVP Society

John Doherty, Carndonagh Community School 1992 - 2010

It is with sadness and regret that we record the passing of our friend and colleague John Doherty on Sunday, 24th January 2010.

Carndonagh Community School will be closed on Tuesday, 26th January 2010 as a mark of respect for John Doherty, teacher of French, whose funeral will take place in Cockhill Church, Buncrana, at 11a.m.

Letter to Pupils/Parents/Guardians

(Word Document download  |  PDF download)

John joined the French Department in 1992 and established himself as a valued friend and colleague much admired by pupils and staff.

For almost two years John has been away from his classroom. There has been an empty chair in the Staffroom while John battled gallantly and with great dignity against his illness. It was the great hope of his friends in Carndonagh Community School that he would return to take up his rightful place in his classroom and amongst his colleagues and friends in the staffroom. Sadly that is not to be. We remember John’s friendship, his easy and cheerful manner, his work for the pupils in his care, his kindness and his loyalty to his school.

Our deepest sympathy we offer to his family whose huge loss we share. We ask the school community to remember John in their prayers.

"Tu nous as laissé de beaux souvenirs à travers

lesquels on peut encore voir tes beaux sourires."

Tu nous manques déjà. On ne t'oubliera jamais.

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you.

I do not give to you as the world gives.

Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.“

                                                                  John 14:27

Talent Extravaganza & Guest Tea Among Fundraising Events

This year’s school show “A Talent Extravaganza” will take place in Carndonagh Community School’s Aras on Thursday, 28th and Friday, 29th January.

The show will commence at 8pm on each night. Tickets are priced at €10 Adults and €5 Students/Children and are available from Supervalu (Carndonagh), Doherty’s Newsagents (Carndonagh) or by phoning the school on (074) 9374260.

The "Guest Tea" will take place on Friday, 26th February in the Aras. Entertainment will be provided by Shunie Crampsey and tickets are priced €15.

More information on both events will be available in the local media and on the school website over the coming weeks.

[15 January 2010; 12:36]

Past Pupil David Doherty Receives All-Ireland Scholarship 2009

Past pupil, David Doherty receives an award for outstanding Leaving Cert results in 2009 from Minister for Education & Science, Mr. Batt O'Keefe. Also pictured is award sponsor, Mr. J. P. McManus and Mr. P. Fiorentini at a ceremony in the Concert Hall in the University of Limerick.

David was one of only one hundred pupils to receive the prestigious All-Ireland Scholarship. He is studying English and French at Trinity College Dublin.

[15 January 2010; 14:14]

***Open Night for Incoming First Years CANCELLED***

The Open Night scheduled for Thursday, 14th January has been cancelled and will be rescheduled to a future date. Apologies for any inconvenience caused.

January/February 2010 Study Documents Page (Link)

Teachers may use the school website to make study/work related material available to pupils. In order to have study documents added to the page,

email webmaster@carndonaghcs.ie

Merry Christmas from CCS!

Carndonagh CS wishes all a merry and safe Christmas and a prosperous New Year...

JCSP Christmas Celebration

Well done to the students of 3G and their teacher Ms.Simkins on organising another great Celebration. The event started at the new time of 1.30pm in the Coffee Dock with our Traditional Group playing a few tunes. Then Danielle and Shaun got the show going by introducing the first of the Speakers.

[read more]

Photo Album

[21 December 2009; 11:32]

Class Action Project in St. Colmcille's Community Centre

Class 3E visited St. Colmcille's Community Centre in Clonmany 17th December as part of their CSPE (Civic, Social & Political Education) Class Action Project. Students baked cakes, made Christmas cards and sang songs to the residents. The class was accompanied by their teacher, Mrs Marie-Thérèse Doherty and French assistant, Betty Moutoueig. Well done to all involved, and a special word of thanks to Matthew Crampsey, who did a fantastic job singing and playing guitar. Everyone had a great time!

[18 December 2009; 17:51]

Aishling Monagle Eleven A-Grades Recognised

(l-r) Mr. Colm Doherty (Fourth Year Head), Aishling Monagle,

Principal Paul Fiorentini and Vice-Principal Carmel Doherty

Aishling Monagle recently got a special award in recognition of her outstanding achievement of 11 Honours A grades in the 2009 Junior Certificate Exam. Aisling received an award for outstanding Junior Cert. results at the school's annual awards and prizegiving ceremony in October. At that stage she had not received the results of a recheck of one of her exams. The recheck subsequently recorded an upgrade to an Honours A grade and rewarded the confidence of her teacher in applying for the recheck. Aisling is the second CCS pupil in three years to achieve 11 Honours A Grades in the Junior Cert. Aishling continued her high academic progress and came third in the IREUSO competition - Irish European Science Olympiad on 28th November in Dublin City University – a national Maths & Science based competition.

[18 December 2009; 17:47]

Adiós Nora...

On Friday, 11th December, visiting Spanish pupil Nora Yarnoz (fourth from right, front row) will spend her last day in CCS. On Monday she joins her Transition Year classmates on a residential trip to Share Outdoor Education Centre, Lisnaskea, during which she will return to Spain. Nora was a very popular addition to CCS and is welcome back anytime. Slán agus beannacht (adiós y buena suerte)!

Leaving Party Photo Album

[10 December 2009; 18:28]

No-Uniform Day raises €1600

Over €1600 was raised for the Hospice Movement and school funds during the no-uniform day held 19th November. Well done to everyone, including those teachers who spent the day in uniform. Take a look at a few of the photos.

[07 December 2009; 16:53]

CCS Day of Action - Friday, 11th December

The pupils and staff of CCS raised €9,030 during the "Day of Action for Poverty" in December 2008. This year, pupils will again take a Sponsorship Card each and also walk a school circuit on the afternoon of 11th December.

[read more]

[03 December 2009; 18:07]

Student Council 2009 Update

Student Council Members as of 2009/10

Technical Graphics All-Ireland Award Winner

Transition Year pupil Tanya Mulhern, pictured being presented with her All-Ireland medal and certificate by her teacher, Mr. Ambrose McCreanor, for highest female mark in last year's Junior Certificate Technical Graphics exam.

[17 November 2009; 15:51]

CCS Annual Awards, 23rd October 2009

The CCS Annual Awards 2009 took place in the Áras on Friday, 23rd October. The school welcomed back a number of its highest achieving Fifth Years from 2008/09, while acknowledging it's current high achievers in all subjects and the Junior Certificate. The finale was the presentation of the Pupil of the Year awards. The afternoon's special guest, past pupil Fr. Paul Farren, gave an entertaining address to the large group of parents, staff and prizewinners in attendance.

Annual Awards Prizegiving Ceremony 2009 Photo Album

[12 November 2009; 18:22]

JCSP Christmas Celebration 2009 - Wednesday, 16th December

On Wednesday, 16th December at 2pm in Unit 5, the annual JCSP Christmas Celebration will be held. Preparations are already underway for the festivities, and Class 3G are at the head of operations, assisted by their class teacher, Ms. Lorna Simkins. While they currently remain tight-lipped on the details of the show, if last year's play is anything to go by, it should be a good one!

[10 November 2009; 13:38]

Inis Dúinn 2010

Attention all our exiles and especially, any exiled fifth years from the year 2000 (see above for a handful of the wee gems in First Year (1D)...more to follow). Are you living abroad? Have you a story to tell? If so, Inis Dúinn wants to hear from you. This year, we are hoping to include the work of our past pupils as well as that of the current crop in our school magazine. Tell us about your adopted homeland and how you came to end up there...Let's bring the diaspora home on the pages of Inis Dúinn.

Otherwise, the Inis Dúinn pages are open to anyone with a story to tell or a picture to paint. Poems, short stories, photos; whether you're the next Roddy Doyle, or just want to ramble on...we'll consider it! Email the Inis Dúinn editors at webmaster@carndonaghcs.ie with your contribution.

[06 November 2009; 12:00]

November, We Remember

A mass will be held in the Áras on Thursday, 5th November at 8pm in memory of the deceased of our community. All welcome. We remember, commemorate and pray for all those - especially our own family and friends - who have passed through the Autumn and Winter of life.

[04 November 2009; 10:45]

Disability Access Route to Education (for Entry Autumn 2010)

The Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) is a supplementary admissions
scheme for school leavers with disabilities which operates on a reduced points basis.
DARE has been established by a number of higher education institutions as clear
evidence shows that disability can have a negative impact on educational attainment at
school and progression to higher education...

Download DARE documentation (PDF)

[16 October 2009; 17:41]

Fifth Year Formal - Friday, 3rd October 2009

Recession Limos (think Lough Swilly!) were all the rage as Fifth Years flocked to The Strand, Ballyliffin for the Formal. It was a job getting from limo to hotel, with gale conditions testing a number of hairstyles. Once the initial excitement had died down (at least an hour later) the party settled in for dinner and an embarrassing slideshow. Following dinner, it was time for the Fifth Years to bring their A-game to the dancefloor, with hosts The Cavanagh Brothers...as you'll see, there was a fair bit of competition, with a hotly contested dance-off to end proceedings. A handful of staff tried their best; needless to say, in vain! Once King Darren and Queen Olivia had been crowned, and the boat well and truly rocked, it was time to put the impossible heels back on and head for the door. Thanks to Year Head Mr. Eddie O'Kane and his helpers, The Strand Hotel catering staff and management, and especially to the pupils themselves for a great night. Many thanks also to the pupils who helped to organise the Formal for their kind donation to the school library on behalf of the Fifth Years.

Fifth Year Formal Photo Album

It's interesting to note the number of photos Mr. Havlin appears in, given that he was in charge of the camera for easily half the night...

[04 October 2009; 02:08]

Vocational Transition Year Boys 2008/09

Visitors to the school during the Summer all remarked on the wonderful display of colour provided by the flower boxes and planters around the school. This was the product of a joint project achieved by the Vocational Transition Year class in their Horticulture and Woodwork modules.

View the Photo Albums and read more

[25 September 2009; 16:53]

European Day of Language 2009/10

Day of Languages Photo Album

ICR podcast - Lisa, Ronan, Stephen & Daniel (autoloading audio requiring Flash Player)

New Computer Suite Thanks to Fundraising Events

Thanks to the proceeds of annual fundraising events such as the Ceílí, Guest Tea & Musical, the school was able to create a new computer suite during the summer for Technology and Design & Communication Graphics. Such fundraisers are extremely important to the development of the school and the support of pupils, parents and staff at these events is greatly appreciated.

[22 September 2009; 15:43]

Photo Album 2009/10 - Updates

First Year Classes 2009

Junior Cert Results Day (Wednesday, 9th September)

***IMPORTANT - RE: SWINE FLU - HSE, BOM & DES Documentation***

Important information...please read all documentation.

Download HSE Guidance & FAQ Document (requires PDF reader)

Download CCS Board of Management Document (requires PDF reader)

Download DES Circular Letter 47/2009 (requires PDF reader)

Sports Day Photo Album 2009

Annual sports days in CCS are always hotly contested. PE teachers could be forgiven for thinking that most competitors save their A-game for one day in the year! Sports days also give budding photographers from Transition Year the opportunity to catch some of the action. Take a look at the results...(thanks Fiona!)

Sports Day Photo Album 2009

[19 August 2009, 12:21]

Spanish Students 2008/09

For the year 2008/09, a handful of Spanish pupils were once again warmly welcomed to CCS. Carmen, Carlos, Alvaro, Rafael, Isabella and Stella were joined by CCS regulars, Jacobo, Nacho and Jeronimo. With most of the group due to spent a month in Donegal, it was left to Stella, Jacobo, Carlos and Isabella to see out the remainder of the year. A party was hosted by classmates on the last day to celebrate their stay and mark their departure. CCS will no doubt be welcoming new Spanish visitors this year, and maybe one or two familiar faces.

Spanish Going-away Party

[18 August 2009; 12:18]

Leaving Cert Results Day

Some dread it and most can't wait to get it over with...but there's no doubt that Leaving Cert results day is one of the most significant in the school calendar. While results are available online these days, there's nothing quite like calling into school with your mates to open the big brown envelope. It's also your best chance of getting in the paper...for now, click the link below to view a selection of relieved faces...

Leaving Cert Results Day CCS

[12 August 2009; 14:56]

Best Wishes to Class of 2009

CCS would like to wish the fifth and sixth year students of 2008/09 all the best with exam results and whatever comes next.

[11 August 2009; 13:04]

Song School Returns to CCS

In CCS during the last week of June an eagerly awaited event takes place every year...Song School! This year, under the guidance of local performers Lorna & Karen of The Henry Girls and Finbarr Doherty, a group of Sixth Class/First Year students found their voice in the world of music. The week's efforts culminated in a public performance in front of parents on Friday night, 3rd July. The show was a remarkable achievement for all concerned given that the preparation time was just five days...The performance is available for download below. Turn on your broadband, turn up your speakers, enjoy! (The week's photo album will be available online soon.)

Selected songs for download ("right click, save as...")

Track 2  |  Track 3 |  Track 4  |  Track 5  |  Track 6  |  Track 8  |  Track 9

Many thanks go to the Inishowen Developmemt Partnership, CCS's School Completion Office, Secretary and Caretakers and the local primary schools. A fifteen minute standing ovation goes to Lorna, Karen & Finbarr and of course the kids and their parents, who all came together to make it happen.

[03 June 2009; 21:29]