Weekly Calendar Mon 14th September – Fri 18h September 2026 WOTW – Verb - to dominate - to have control, power, or authority over someone or something e.g. a powerful empire that dominated the region Monday, 14th September 2026 Breakfast Club - complimentary Tea and Toast 1:25pm – 2:00pm – Lunchtime Activities 🎲🐍🎱🎯 - Library 1:30pm- 2:00pm - Traditional Music Club – R.406 – Ms Laura Doherty 3:20 – 4:00pm – (P9) TY Class Challenge – Áras – Ms Elaine Farren Tuesday, 15t

The first 50/50 Draw of the new school year took place this afternoon. NEIL F. McCOLGAN was picked out of the drum, winning €1360. Thanks to everyone involved for a huge jackpot to open the season.

The 50/50 Draw is back and we're right out of the blocks with a €1000 GUARANTEED JACKPOT. We are inviting all members of the school community to support the Draw. This will be open to parents, staff, and the general public. 50% of the money raised will be paid out to lucky winners and 50% will go to the extra-curricular fund. There are several ways to enter the CCS 50/50... Online entry link (closes at 10am every Friday): https://member.clubspot.app/club/carndonagh-community-

ALL students in every year group will receive a hard-copy of their timetable when they arrive in CCS on their first day. 1st Years - go to the Aras on Monday morning. 6th Years – go to Roll Call class on Monday morning. 2nd Years - go to the Aras on Tuesday morning. 3rd Years - go to Roll Call class on Tuesday morning. 5th Years – go to Coffee Dock on Tuesday morning.

Wishing the Class of 2026 all the best. Take care of yourselves and each other. Whether you're heading off, or not straying too far, we'll be right here if you need us...

The required stationery for students entering 1st and 5th Year can be found at the links below. First Year Stationery List Fifth Year Stationery List NOTE: STUDENTS GOING FROM TY TO FIFTH YEAR WILL BE GIVEN MATHS SETS AND CALCULATORS.

The Weekly Calendar can be found at the following link: https://www.carndonaghcs.ie/post/weekly-calendar-at-a-glance Annual Calendar The standardised school calendar issued by the DES (including holiday dates, exam timetables, etc.) can be found at https://schooldays.ie/school-calendar/school-calendar-2026-2027/ The annual calendar for CCS is subject to change and it is advised that parents/guardians check the calendar regularly as amendments may not be advertised.

The 'Back to School' schedule is as follows: Monday, 31st August: 1st Years, 6th Years & 6LCA (full day) Tuesday, 1st September: 2nd Years, 3rd Years, 5th Years & 5LCA Wednesday, 2nd September: Transition Years

Download the Summer ZODIAC Newsletter Summer's here! Kind of, for some. Others have a bit to do yet...Stick at it. The sun will surely appear when you're done. We're wrapping things up with a digest version of our ZODIAC Newsletter. Take a look at the link below. Download the Summer ZODIAC Newsletter

Congratulations to all our students who have received attendance awards. What a fantastic achievement! Your commitment, reliability, and positive attitude toward coming to school each day truly set a wonderful example for others. Regular attendance plays a huge role in your success, and your dedication has clearly paid off. Well done, and keep up the great work!

Congratulations to Chloe and Sophie TYC from Eggyshowen Frames, achieving the Galway University 'One to Watch' Award 2026! The University greatly supports the NFTE Programme and the girls are receiving this award because they stood out a mile for all of the right reasons! Throughout each round of the competition the girls were well prepared, professional, capable young entrepreneurs who pitched at such a high standard. One of the judges said their pitch was possibly the best

Denis O'Donnell is a very happy man this evening, being the fortunate winner of our Summer Finale 50/50 jackpot...The biggest jackpot since this day last year. Louise O'Donnell took home the Luxury SuperValu Hamper. Many, many thanks to everyone who contributed this year - entrants, businesses, helpers. A special thanks to Gerry and SuperValu Carndonagh for their unwavering support. That's it, folks...See you in September (Please note: Anyone with a rolling entry is already e

We are delighted to share that three students from TYB — Hannah, Ella Rose, and Ijapari — successfully secured a €1,000 donation for Hughie’s Corner through their outstanding work with the Pay It Forward initiative. As part of the project, TYB students researched five local charities and organisations, exploring the important role each plays within our community. Hannah, Ella Rose, and Ijapari presented their research on Hughie’s Corner, highlighting the incredible support an

ATTENTION ALL JUNIOR CYCLE AND LEAVING CERT 2026 CANDIDATES It is VERY important that all candidates view the following short video regarding their upcoming exams. Junior Cycle and Leaving Certificate Candidate Information Video

Here we go!! It's the final throw of the dice for the 50/50 this year (until September)...And as usual, we have a hot Jackpot to give away. A summer sizzler of at least €1000. There's also a SuperValu Hamper for the runner-up. Online entry link: https://member.clubspot.app/club/carndonagh-community-school/fundraisers or As always, envelopes are available in shops... SuperValu Carndonagh (MAIN SPONSOR) Carndonagh Post Office McGuinness' Culdaff, Lafferty's Shop Glengad, Doc's

Earlier this year, Fifth Years Imogen McCallion and Alanna McLaughlin hosted a Bake Sale & Raffle in the Áras in aid of James Connolly Memorial Hospital Carndonagh. In May, they presented a cheque for €660 to the hospital. Huge credit goes to Imogen and Alanna for a fantastic, well-organised fundraiser.

Transition Year pupils Aoife McDermott and Jessica McLaughlin have their eyes firmly set on the Junk Kouture World Final (destination TBA). Their dress ‘Blind Ambition’ was one of twelve chosen out of 69 in the Dublin City Final on Wednesday (13th May). To top it off, Miss Ireland Caoimhe Kenny showcased the dress at the Cannes Film Festival last night. Everyone at CCS wishes the girls all the best in the World Final. https://www.donegalwoman.ie/2026/05/15/miss-ireland-shines

The First Year HEROes for April 2026 (for being Here Every day, Ready and On time) have been announced, along with the 'HERO of the Term'. Each HERO receives a €10 canteen voucher. 1A Adam McColgan; 1B Holly McLaughlin; 1C Cara McConologue; 1E Corey Doherty; 1F Ava Stewart; 1D Shay McLaughlin (not in picture)

All Ireland ChessZ Final, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary On Tuesday 12th May, 9 students from Carndonagh Community School made the long trip to Nenagh, Co. Tipperary for the All Ireland ChessZ Final. They had qualified to represent Donegal in a provincial competition which was held in CCS in January. We were represented by: Cara McLaughlin Ciara Canny Chloe Harkin Dearbhla McCallion Ethan Doherty Tiernan McDermott Fallon Hirrell Andrii Apopov Mykhajlo Zhybovskyi They went head-to-head

It was a HUGE 50/50 jackpot this week. Aishling Doherty was picked out and took home €930. Fantastic support from the school community. Many thanks to all. Next Friday (22nd May) will be the final 50/50 of the school year. As usual, we're offering €1000 minimum jackpot. There might be one or two runner-up prizes as well. We'll do all the BIG thanks to our sponsors next week. For now...Happy Friday, Aishling!

Today we gather with heavy hearts to remember Lewis, a young man whose loss has left an enormous void in our school, our community, and in the lives of all who knew and loved him. Lewis was known to many through sport. He proudly represented Carndonagh Community School in Gaelic football, hurling and soccer, played Gaelic football at minor level with Malin GAA, and lined out for Culdaff Soccer Club. Whether on the pitch, the field, or in training, Lewis brought commitment, de

In advance of tonight’s Prayer Service at Malin GAA, CCS will open at 5pm this evening for anyone who would like to come in and join together for Lewis. Our school counsellors will be in attendance. Refreshments will be available.

Third and Sixth year pupils will attend a Mass in the Áras after small break tomorrow to pray for our sixth-year pupil, Lewis Kelly. Please continue to keep the Kelly family in your thoughts and prayers.

Carndonagh CS joins with the whole community in keeping our sixth year pupil, Lewis Kelly, and his family and friends in our thoughts and prayers.

...WE HAVE A 'FACEBOOK LIKE AND SHARE' MAIN DRAW WINNER - €760!!! Huge congrats to Sueanne McGonigle, our second Like & Share Main Draw winner. Thanks to everyone who got involved this week.

Congratulations to the U14 girls on their fantastic win today in Maghera against St. Patrick’s Banbridge, Down! The team delivered some outstanding performances right across the pitch. They now progress onto the Shield Semi Final next week — best of luck, girls! 🌞💪

***REMINDER - Bank Holiday Weekend*** Carndonagh CS is closed Friday, 1st May and Monday, 4th May. Regular classes restart on Tuesday.

Carndonagh Community School is proud to announce that we are now an Official European Parliament Ambassador School (EPAS) following a year of dedicated work by our Transition Year and 5th Year students. Throughout the year, students engaged in a wide range of meaningful activities, including Model EU Council debates, EU-focused learning programmes for TY and 5th Year Politics and Society classes, and the development of our EU Information Point within the school. These experie

A group of transition Year CCS students participated in a live online webinar with the Bar of Ireland on Monday, 2nd March 2026, along with over 60 other schools nationwide, to learn more about a career as a barrister. Students engaged in the live webinar through online polls and quizzes, making the session interactive and engaging. The morning was divided into four topics: The legal system and who’s who The path to the Bar Criminal law and civil law The law and me There were

The day just got a lot sunnier for Bernie Callaghan, who will be handed a cheque by Lucie for €720 this evening. Congrats Bernie. Thanks to everyone who entered and helped. See you next Friday.

Huge congratulations to Cathal Doherty 1A, who was a well-deserved winner of the 'HERO of the Term' for being; Here Everyday, Ready and On-time. Cathal got a £100 voucher to the Cinebowl in Derry.

Transition Year student, Michaela McCloskey, was selected to take part in the TY Work Experience Programme in Leinster House, alongside 29 other students from across Ireland. Over the course of the five-day programme, Michaela gained valuable insight into the wide range of career opportunities within the civil and public service. She learned about the role and functions of the Oireachtas, received a guided tour of Leinster House, and had the unique opportunity to attend the D

A sincere thank you to our local TDs, County Councillors and representatives from Foroige who visited our 5th Year Politics and Society class on Friday. It was a fantastic opportunity for students to present and discuss their citizenship projects, showcasing the depth of their research and engagement with real-world issues. The visit also gave our 5th Year LCA Social Education class the chance to ask questions and engage directly with elected representatives. Students gained

Yeoh!! Another €800 heading home with a lucky winner this evening. Congrats Clodagh...A good start to the term. Thanks to all who got involved. See you next week.

**REMINDER** LCVP (Leaving Cert Vocational Programme) official Leaving Cert Exam will take place on Wednesday, 29th April 2026, 9.30am-12.00pm.

There was great excitement in Room 140's weekly sweet shop today, with a special golden egg hidden in two of the bags. Congratulations to our lucky winners, Darcey Gordon and Tadhg McColgan! A huge thank you to all who came to buy sweets. Our students in Room 140 have been very busy this week preparing the euro mixes and truly appreciate the continued support each week. It makes a big difference, and it is always lovely to see all the students and staff who support us. Happy

The CCS Easter 50/50 MONSTER jackpot of €1400 was won today by Hannah and Fergal Hunter. Huge congrats to the Hunter family. The SuperValu Carndonagh Hamper was won by Eileen Collins. Thanks as always to SuperValu, to all the businesses that host envelope drops, and to all entrants and helpers. That's it for the second term. Back Friday, 17th April.

A huge congratulations to Rachel Crowe (2A), Aoife Doherty (2F), Niamh Mc Elwaine (2C) and Emma Noone (2E) who were selected as the winners of our recent Home Economics competition! 👏The students impressed us with their excellent write-ups based on their trip to the Milk Bar. Their work demonstrated fantastic creativity, along with a strong understanding of milk processes, sustainability, and nutrition 🐄🌱These talented students are part of Ms Sweeney's and Ms Lavery's 2nd

€1000 GUARANTEED JACKPOT 2nd Prize - SuperValu Hamper Friday's Draw will see us into the holidays, and it's a BIG one! The Easter 50/50 will definitely make someone at least €1000 richer. SuperValu Carndonagh have once again kindly sponsored a Luxury Hamper as a runner-up prize. The usual rules apply...Best of luck, folks! Thanks to all the businesses below. Your support is much appreciated. Online entry link: https://member.clubspot.app/club/carndonagh-community-school/fund

Annette Canny was this week's winner of yet another €800 jackpot. Ciara picked up the cheque. Enjoy! Thanks as always to our entrants and assistants. It's a BIG one next week - €1000 Easter Jackpot guaranteed. More on that later...

A free six-week course in CCS, starting Tuesday, 14th April, 12pm-2pm. For more info, or to sign-up, contact Yvonne Doherty (HSCL) on 0868222169

CCS WELLBEING WEEK - 23rd-27th MARCH

Members of the CCS Student Support Team recently presented a cheque for €350 to Ms. Karen Duggan (Jigsaw Donegal) from the proceeds of the Staff Coffee Morning during Wellbeing Week. Pictured from left to right are: Ms Yvonne Doherty (Home School Liaison Coordinator), Ms. Karen Duggan (Jigsaw), Mr. Niall McGee (Wellbeing Coordinator), Ms. Roisin Diver (Guidance Dept.), and Ms Nabla McGeehin (Deputy Principal).

Huge congratulations to our fantastic TY students, who scooped not one but two awards at the ‘Rubbish Film Festival’! They took home Best Poster and were named Runner-Up for Best Short Film - an incredible achievement, especially as it’s quite rare for a single school to be recognised in two categories. We couldn’t be prouder of everyone involved! The ‘Rubbish Film Festival’ celebrates creativity with a strong focus on sustainability and environmental awareness. The project i

The First Year HEROes for February 2026 (for being H ere E very day, R eady and O n time) have been announced, along with the 'HERO of the Term'. Each HERO receives a €10 canteen voucher. 1A Louise Canny ; 1B Noah McDonald ; 1C Cormac McCallion ; 1D Desaray Vahey ; 1E Isla Doherty ; 1F Rian Butler

The State Exams Commission (SEC) have issued notice of Exam Fees for LC and JC. Letters have been given to pupils with login details included. The following link https://fees.examinations.ie will take applicants to a login page and user guide. The portal will be open from 2pm on Thursday 19 March 2026 and will close at 5pm Thursday 30 April 2026. SEC have said that failure to pay fees will have serious consequences, up to the withholding of Exam Certificates. ALL students mu

Comhghairdeas ó chroí le ceathrar scoláirí — Emily O'Boyle, Zara Devlin, Sophie McPeake agus Órla Ward. Bronnadh teastais orthu ó hOllscoil na Gaillimhe mar aitheantas ar Ghradam a bhaint amach sa scrúdú Ardleibhéil Gaeilge sa tSraith Shóisearach 2025. Éacht iontach atá bainte amach acu agus tái muid fíorbhródúil astu! Congratulations to four students: Emily O'Boyle, Zara Devlin, Sophie McPeake and Órla Ward who were presented with certificates from NUIG in recognition of ach

Well done to both Junk Kouture teams - Blind Ambition (Aoife McDermott and Jessica McLaughlin) & Oro En Llamas (Kaylie Hatuka) - who put on amazing performances at the Regional Finals in The Helix, Dublin last week. You did your school proud. Congratulations to Aoife and Jessica (Blind Ambition) who have progressed to the Junk Kouture Dublin City Final in May. What an amazing achievement!

Congrats to Mary Friel, who scooped €800 in today's 50/50 Draw. Ms. O'Neill was happy to step in on her behalf. Another week, another big jackpot. Many thanks as always, folks. The extra-curricular fund is hugely important for the pupils, and your ongoing support makes it happen.

Bhí deis iontach ag daltaí na cúigiú bliana cuairt a thabhairt ar an bpictiúrlann i nDoire inniu mar chuid de cheiliúradh Seachtain na Gaeilge. Bhain gach duine taitneamh as an lá agus léirigh na daltaí meas agus dea-iompar den scoth i rith an lae. Bhí siad ina n-ionadaithe den scoth don scoil agus is fíor a rá gur creidiúint don scoil iad féin. (Fifth year students visited the cinema in Derry as part of the celebrations for Seachtain na Gaeilge today, where they watched an I