3 March 2014
St Colman's College Junior Brass Ensemble performed in SELB Music Service ‘New Starts Parents’ evening’ held in Newry & Area Music Centre, Windsor Hill Primary School on Thursday 20th February. The recital was intended to show parents of children recently introduced to musical tuition what can be achieved with continued practice. Thanks to SELB Music Service Brass Tutor Mrs Naoimh Mathers for her work with the players. Ensemble members: Yr 8 Conor Mathers (trumpet), Yr 9 James Po
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NIE Apprenticeship Scheme 2014
28 February 2014
The Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE) Apprenticeship Scheme has opened for applications. The closing date for applications is Friday 7th March at 5pm.
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The Northern Ireland Electricity (NIE) Apprenticeship Scheme has opened for applications. The closing date for applications is Friday 7th March at 5pm.
Ar fheabhas! College pupils continue to achieve on many fronts
28 February 2014
The Irish Department, led by Head of Department An tUasal Mac Ruairí, continues to thrive in Violet Hill. Pupils are now preparing diligently for their upcoming GCSE and A Level orals but there is still some time for extra curricular achievement along the way. Pictured is a group of pupils who have been very successful of late. These pupils were recently awarded Scholarships for their chosen Gaeltacht course by Gael Linn, having gone through a rigorous examination process led by Póilín Ní
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The Irish Department, led by Head of Department An tUasal Mac Ruairí, continues to thrive in Violet Hill. Pupils are now preparing diligently for their upcoming GCSE and A Level orals but there is still some time for extra curricular achievement along the way. Pictured is a group of pupils who have been very successful of late. These pupils were recently awarded Scholarships for their chosen Gaeltacht course by Gael Linn, having gone through a rigorous examination process led by Póilín Ní
Biology Olympiads 2014 - Fantastic news received!
27 February 2014
Eleven students took part in Round 1 of The British Biology Olympiad at the in of February and came away with two gold, one silver, two bronze awards as well as five commendations.
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Eleven students took part in Round 1 of The British Biology Olympiad at the in of February and came away with two gold, one silver, two bronze awards as well as five commendations.
Student Council showcase their groundbreaking work
27 February 2014
Check out this fantastic video (link below), put together by our students, and to showcase the fantastic work done by this passionate group of young men. The Student Council is convened by Dr Collins and we congratulate all involved. http://www.stcolmans.org.uk/pages/index.asp?title=Student_Council
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Check out this fantastic video (link below), put together by our students, and to showcase the fantastic work done by this passionate group of young men. The Student Council is convened by Dr Collins and we congratulate all involved. http://www.stcolmans.org.uk/pages/index.asp?title=Student_Council
Past Pupil Feature: Aidan O'Brien - A Law Unto Himself
27 February 2014
I work as a self-employed Barrister from chambers based in central London. Few people understand exactly what a Barrister does or how the role differs from that of a Solicitor. Barristers are essentially advocates – presenting arguments in court (wearing wigs and gowns) and advising clients on complex legal issues. Our work comes to us from Solicitors who are our link to the lay client. A crude analogy would be to compare the relationship to the respective roles of a General Pr
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I work as a self-employed Barrister from chambers based in central London. Few people understand exactly what a Barrister does or how the role differs from that of a Solicitor. Barristers are essentially advocates – presenting arguments in court (wearing wigs and gowns) and advising clients on complex legal issues. Our work comes to us from Solicitors who are our link to the lay client. A crude analogy would be to compare the relationship to the respective roles of a General Pr
College proud of MacRory Cup panel after the narrowest of losses
25 February 2014
St Colman's College 1.12 - 1.13 Omagh CBS Our senior side may have lost out today after a titanic struggle with Omagh CBS but we are no less proud of the players and management involved. In a repeat of the first meeting at Quarter Final stage between these teams last Saturday the game was forced to extra time as a result of a never say die determination by both teams. The victory was to prove a step too much for us on this occasion and we wish a gallant Omagh CBS all the best going for
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St Colman's College 1.12 - 1.13 Omagh CBS Our senior side may have lost out today after a titanic struggle with Omagh CBS but we are no less proud of the players and management involved. In a repeat of the first meeting at Quarter Final stage between these teams last Saturday the game was forced to extra time as a result of a never say die determination by both teams. The victory was to prove a step too much for us on this occasion and we wish a gallant Omagh CBS all the best going for
Brock Cup team begin campaign with a win
23 February 2014
Mr Mc Evoy and Mr Doyle's Brock Cup charges got their competition off to a decent start, defeating St Mary's CBS, Belfast by 2.13 to 0.9 on Friday at Callanbridge, Armagh. Pictured are some of the Brock Cup panel who were succesful in the Peadar Barry Cup, Mr McEvoy also at the helm.
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Mr Mc Evoy and Mr Doyle's Brock Cup charges got their competition off to a decent start, defeating St Mary's CBS, Belfast by 2.13 to 0.9 on Friday at Callanbridge, Armagh. Pictured are some of the Brock Cup panel who were succesful in the Peadar Barry Cup, Mr McEvoy also at the helm.
S3 pupils to visit Norbrook Laboratories
23 February 2014
A group of S3 Chemistry students will visit Norbrook Laboratories on Wednesday 26/2/14 periods 9, 10 & 11. We value the great link that we have established with Norbrook and our pupils continue to get a huge amount out of their regular visits to this local centre of excellence.
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A group of S3 Chemistry students will visit Norbrook Laboratories on Wednesday 26/2/14 periods 9, 10 & 11. We value the great link that we have established with Norbrook and our pupils continue to get a huge amount out of their regular visits to this local centre of excellence.
Scholasic Book Fair to take place this week
23 February 2014
A Scholastic Book Fair will take place in the library all week where all students will have the opportunity to purchase a wide range of new books at up to half price. This will be followed by a Readathon for Year 8 – 10 pupils starting on Monday 3rd March.
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A Scholastic Book Fair will take place in the library all week where all students will have the opportunity to purchase a wide range of new books at up to half price. This will be followed by a Readathon for Year 8 – 10 pupils starting on Monday 3rd March.
