Book Lists 2023/24 (All Years)
The book lists for all year groups for the the 2023/24 academic year are available for download below. The First and Fifth Year lists...
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- May 11
Course for Parents - 'Parenting when Separated'
Spraoi agus Spoirt will be hosting a 6-week 'Parenting when Separated' course starting Tuesday 23rd May, 7-9pm. This is a practical and...
- May 11
50/50 Draw - Online Entry Option Available Now...
We have now added a digital payment option (ClubSpot) to the 50/50 Draw. You can enter the 50/50 using the link below. Transactions are...
- Apr 30
Cognitive Abilities Test (CAT 4) Level G
Dear parent/guardian, The Cognitive Abilities Test (CAT 4) Level G is scheduled from 9am-12pm next Wednesday, 3rd May for all 5th years...
- Apr 26
Online Gaming Awareness Webinar (Barnados) - 'Plugged in Switched off - Gaming'
Wednesday, 17th May, 10am-11.30am The 'Plugged in Switched off' event is free but you need to register here. Barnardos Webinar Details:...
- Apr 17
ZODIAC Newsletter - January/March 2023
The January/March edition of ZODIAC is out now! For those unfamiliar with the school's long-standing newsletter, you'll find a brief but...
- Apr 6
The Health Risks of Vaping
The link below provides important information for pupils and parents on the health risks associated with vaping. The presentation deals...
- Mar 14
Vote for Jack Finley McLaughlin...Young Filmmaker of the Year
Sixth year student Jack Finley has been placed in the Regional Finals of the 'Young Filmmaker of the Year.' Make sure to vote for him...
- Mar 2
'Hope Matters' Programme
Dear parents/guardians, Your children are currently taking part in a programme through their Guidance class called “Hope Matters”....
- Feb 26
Minute Silence Marks "The Longest Year in Our Lives"
On Friday, 25th February, our Ukrainian pupils held a minute silence to mark one year since their lives were turned upside down by the...
- Feb 20
Online Safety - #SameRulesApply
DIGITAL PARENTING PORTAL: https://cybersafekids.us13.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7406bbe39fe8c278696d1eff4&id=55c60e6e70&e=255738e7ed
- Jan 30
50/50 Draw Update (Mock Exams)
Any questions or comments regarding the 50/50 Draw? Contact 5050draw@carndonaghcs.ie Due to the Exams this week and next week, we sent...
- Jan 25
Open Night 2023 - The Album
The Áras was at absolute capacity on Tuesday as incoming First Years and parents/guardians took the opportunity to put the school through...
- Jan 9
DARE (Disability Access Route to Education)
The Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) is a third level alternative admissions scheme for school leavers whose disabilities have...
- Jan 9
ZODIAC Newsletter - November/December 2022
The Nov/Dec edition of ZODIAC is out now! For those unfamiliar with the school's long-standing newsletter, you'll find a half-term...
- Jan 8
IMPORTANT HSE NOTICE: Significant levels of Flu, Covid-19 and RSV currently circulating
We have seen a very significant increase in the usual winter viral infections. This includes an increase in flu, RSV and now Covid-19....
- Dec 16, 2022
Double Coffee Morning at CCS!
CCS hosted not one, but TWO coffee mornings on Friday, 16th December. ASD Room Coffee Morning JCSP Meet & Greet Coffee Morning (for...
- Dec 16, 2022
Appreciation Night for Employers
On Thursday 27th of October, CCS held an appreciation evening for local employers. LCA, LCVP and TY all benefit hugely from the work...
- Dec 13, 2022
CCS Christmas Panto - The Chronicles of Carnia - Wednesday, 14th December @ 7pm
It's all go in CCS with the TY Christmas Panto fast approaching. It's one show only!...Wednesday, 14th December at 7pm in the Áras. Full...
- Dec 1, 2022
Ukrainian Ambassador Larysa Gerasko Visits CCS
Ambassador Larysa Gerasko met with Inishowen's Ukrainian students and their families in CCS on Tuesday, 29th November. After a...
- Nov 26, 2022
Andrew McEleney (First Year) named Young Carer of the Year
First Year, Andrew McEleney has been named as the Netwatch Ulster Young Carer of the Year. Andrew helps to care for his brother Jack, who...
- Nov 24, 2022
Junior Cycle Results Day
The current TYs and a handful of Fifth Years received their Junior Cycle results yesterday, and the mood was a mixture of contentment and...
- Nov 20, 2022
Understanding and Managing Your Child’s Anxiety
This programme highlights the necessity for parents to understand and manage their own anxiety and explains why reassurance and avoidance...
- Nov 15, 2022
Stand Up Awareness Week - Monday 14th to Friday 18th November
There are lots of activities taking place in CCS as part of Stand Up Awareness Week which takes place from Monday 14th to Friday 18th...
- Nov 11, 2022
FREE WEBINAR - The Importance of Sleep for our Teenagers - Wed 16th Nov at 7pm
There is a free webinar taking place on Wednesday the 16th of November at 7pm called The importance of sleep for our teenagers. The main...
- Nov 8, 2022
Dyslexia Courses Ireland - Zoom Webinar for Parents - Mon 14th Nov 2022 at 7pm
Many parents of students with dyslexia struggle to know how to support the student at second level as the challenges are different to...
- Nov 8, 2022
Gaming & Social Networks: A Free Internet Safety Talk for Parents, Tues Nov 8th 7.30pm
LET’S TALK KIDS, GAMING AND SOCIAL NETWORKS Join Avril Ronan, Trend Micro Ireland’s host and internet safety expert to explore popular...
- Oct 28, 2022
ZODIAC is Back!
Carndonagh Community School's newsletter is back after a COVID absence. This time it's digital! ZODIAC includes a round-up of school...
- Oct 18, 2022
EVERY SCHOOL DAY COUNTS!
In September we ran a school-wide competition asking our students to get involved in their own creative way to highlight the importance...
- Oct 18, 2022
Bully-Proof Kids (Free Zoom Talk) - Stella O'Malley
Author and psychotherapist, Stella O’Malley is hosting a free Zoom talk - Bully-Proof Kids - for parents and guardians on Thursday, 20th...
- Oct 7, 2022
Trend Micro Internet Safety Talk for Parents
Dear teachers and parents, With Kids back to school and before the midterm is upon us, now is a good time to talk tech. Join me next...
- Oct 6, 2022
European Day of Languages
Monday, 26th September https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1vgH7WmLYAN3WEe2ibiIdnUB8py32mKEF?usp=sharing (Photo albums accessible to...
- Sep 30, 2022
Brian Mullins (1954-2022)
The management and staff of Carndonagh Community School, wish to express their sincere condolences to the Mullins Family on the death of...
- Sep 30, 2022
50/50 Weekly Draw Winner (€757.50 Jackpot) - Michael Doherty (Roddy)
Week four of the 50/50 Draw saw the biggest jackpot so far (€757.50) go to Michael Doherty (Roddy). Massive congrats to Michael. The...
- Sep 23, 2022
50/50 Weekly Draw Winner (€710 Jackpot) - Aisling Hirrell
Congrats to Aisling Hirrell who won week three of the 50/50 Draw - yet another €700+ jackpot. Massive thanks to the Inishowen community...
- Sep 16, 2022
50/50 Weekly Draw Winner (€715 Jackpot) - Conor Diver
Congrats to Conor Diver (6LCA) and his mother Debbie, who scooped this week's 50/50 Draw jackpot of €715. Once again, a HUGE thanks to...
- Sep 11, 2022
'Parenting with Love and Limits' Free Seminar for Parents
Inishowen Gateway Hotel, 7pm Wednesday 21st September Dear parents/Guardians, Fiona Condren from Emotions Matter will be hosting a...
- Sep 9, 2022
The 50/50 Weekly Draw has its First Winner...
...And the winner of the €730 jackpot is...Maureen Doherty, Cedar Grove. Congratulations to Maureen and many, many thanks to all who took...
- Aug 28, 2022
Back to School 2022/23
UPDATED Monday, 29th August. Please note that TY, 5LCA & 6LCA return to school on Monday, 2nd September. Monday, 29 August School Opens...
- Aug 24, 2022
CCS 50/50 Weekly Draw Launched
Carndonagh Community School’s 50/50 Draw for 2022/2023 has just been launched and we are asking all members of the school community to...
- May 19, 2022
ON SALE NOW - Inis Dúinn School Magazine 2021/22
Inis Dúinn, our school magazine for 2021/22, will go on sale next Monday, 23rd May. It is pack-filled with photos (1st & 6th Year class...
- May 16, 2022
School Uniform Update (May 2022)
From September, all students are required to wear the school uniform as set out below: CCS School Uniform: Navy School Jumper or Navy...
- Apr 26, 2022
"Good As New" Sale - Thurs 28th & Fri 29th April (9.30am - 3pm)
The response to the Drop-off for Ukrainian families in our community was overwhelming and CCS thanks everyone involved for a fantastic...
- Apr 14, 2022
Huge Response to Drop-off Centre Request
There was an overwhelming response to the school's request for essentials in support of Ukrainian families in our community. A huge debt...
- Apr 9, 2022
Transfer Day 2022
On Friday, 8th April, next year's First Years descended en masse on Carndonagh CS for their Transfer Day. It was a busy one for the...
- Apr 7, 2022
ласкаво просимо
On Thursday, 7th April, CCS welcomed several Ukrainian families to the community, and to the Community School. They were given a tour of...
- Mar 16, 2022
CCS Student Council Monthly Meeting
Members of the Student Council with Mr. John McGuinness at their monthly meeting. The Student Council forms part of the Student Voice in...
- Mar 14, 2022
Supporting Young People in a Time of War - Advice for Parents/Guardians
Talk and images of countries at war can be very upsetting for children and adults. It can threaten their view of the world as a safe and...
- Feb 16, 2022
Third Level 2022 - 'NEED TO KNOW' Monthly Guidance Series (February)
In the second of a new, monthly series of articles provided by career guidance counsellors from local secondary schools, Ms. Sinead...
- Jan 25, 2022
CCS Virtual Open Night 2022
CLICK HERE for CCS Open Night 2022 video Restrictions have once again hampered our ability to welcome you all to the school campus for...
Digital DEIS Plan
Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools
Parents | Guardians | Community
Carndonagh Community School's DEIS website provides information for parents, guardians and the school community on what DEIS is, and how they can assist the school in meeting the school's DEIS targets on an ongoing basis.
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