30 November 2020
Michael Mc Key has been awarded the prestigious Arkwright Engineering Scholarship. Michael and his parents were delighted to receive this award. Michael is currently studying for his A levels and is enthusiastic about a future career in engineering. Michael’s chosen field is Computer hardware / software engineering and programming. Michael also has a keen interest in AI artificial intelligence and cyber security development. Michael’s scholarship is sponsored by the IET Instit
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SAFEGUARDING: FREE ONLINE parenting courses and professionals sessions
10 November 2020
A great opportunity for our parents. Please take time to sign up to some of these.
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A great opportunity for our parents. Please take time to sign up to some of these.
J1 pupils are formally inducted 2020
1 September 2020
Our new J1 pupils were formally inducted at Violet Hill this week. Congratulations and good luck to these great young men on their new journey.
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Our new J1 pupils were formally inducted at Violet Hill this week. Congratulations and good luck to these great young men on their new journey.
Junior students get their hands on Coveted MacRory Cup
4 November 2020
We were delighted to give our Junior students the opportunity to view and hold the coveted Ulster Schools Danske Bank MacRory Cup this week as it made its way to Violet Hill for an historic 20th time. Many of our Junior pupils have relations who won the MacRory with the College down through the years so it was a nice occasion for them.
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We were delighted to give our Junior students the opportunity to view and hold the coveted Ulster Schools Danske Bank MacRory Cup this week as it made its way to Violet Hill for an historic 20th time. Many of our Junior pupils have relations who won the MacRory with the College down through the years so it was a nice occasion for them.
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V for Violet Hill - College recreates Iconic image
9 November 2020
We enjoyed recreating an iconic photograph with the members of our Ulster Schools Danske Bank MacRory Cup winning panel still studying at the College last Friday in the sun. The original image ‘V for Violet Hill’ was taken of our History Making first Hogan Cup winning team in 1967 also pictured. Pictured are the members of the panel still studying at the College alongside Coaches L-R Mr Cathal Murray, Mr Michael Doyle and Mr Rónán McMahon
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We enjoyed recreating an iconic photograph with the members of our Ulster Schools Danske Bank MacRory Cup winning panel still studying at the College last Friday in the sun. The original image ‘V for Violet Hill’ was taken of our History Making first Hogan Cup winning team in 1967 also pictured. Pictured are the members of the panel still studying at the College alongside Coaches L-R Mr Cathal Murray, Mr Michael Doyle and Mr Rónán McMahon
Congratulations to Year 10 student, Ben Ward
5 November 2020
Schools' Environmental Calendar Poster Competition Winners Congratulations to Year 10 student, Ben Ward. Ben’s artwork has been chosen to feature for the month of April in the 2021 Schools’ Newry & Mourne Environmental Calendar. Eight St Colman’s students were also awarded a Certificate of achievement; Ryan Magee, Patrick McKeown, James McEnhill, Eli Toner, Allen Jophin, Pearse Rice, Sean Gormley. and Shane Matthews. Well done to all the students who
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Schools' Environmental Calendar Poster Competition Winners Congratulations to Year 10 student, Ben Ward. Ben’s artwork has been chosen to feature for the month of April in the 2021 Schools’ Newry & Mourne Environmental Calendar. Eight St Colman’s students were also awarded a Certificate of achievement; Ryan Magee, Patrick McKeown, James McEnhill, Eli Toner, Allen Jophin, Pearse Rice, Sean Gormley. and Shane Matthews. Well done to all the students who
Stay Safe at Violet Hill - Follow Covid Guidelines
4 November 2020
Our great ambassadors from J1E remind you to stay safe this winter at Violet Hill by following our Covid-19 guidelines https://twitter.com/st_colmans/status/1323938095906148354?s=20
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Our great ambassadors from J1E remind you to stay safe this winter at Violet Hill by following our Covid-19 guidelines https://twitter.com/st_colmans/status/1323938095906148354?s=20
Violet Hill wins 20th MacRory Cup
22 October 2020
Congratulations to all our MacRory players and Management who were represented by Captain Sean O'Hare and Manager Mr Murray in Belfast at the presentation of the coveted trophy today. Official Press Release: The presentation of the 2019/20 Danske Bank MacRory Cup has taken place with the winning captains from St Patrick’s Maghera and St Colman’s Newry. The Final had been rescheduled to take place earlier this month, b
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Congratulations to all our MacRory players and Management who were represented by Captain Sean O'Hare and Manager Mr Murray in Belfast at the presentation of the coveted trophy today. Official Press Release: The presentation of the 2019/20 Danske Bank MacRory Cup has taken place with the winning captains from St Patrick’s Maghera and St Colman’s Newry. The Final had been rescheduled to take place earlier this month, b
Success at Ulster and NI track and field
11 September 2020
A massive congratulations to Ultan O’Callaghan and Conor O’Carroll for their outstanding performances at the Ulster and Northern Ireland track and field Championships. Ultan took a massive 8 seconds off his PB when winning the U18 boys 800 in 2.01 with a superb sprint over the last 120m. Ultan also took silver in the 1500M, so a very productive weekend for him. Not to be outdone Conor was also triumphant in these championships taking the win in the 400M also in a PB of 50.62.
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A massive congratulations to Ultan O’Callaghan and Conor O’Carroll for their outstanding performances at the Ulster and Northern Ireland track and field Championships. Ultan took a massive 8 seconds off his PB when winning the U18 boys 800 in 2.01 with a superb sprint over the last 120m. Ultan also took silver in the 1500M, so a very productive weekend for him. Not to be outdone Conor was also triumphant in these championships taking the win in the 400M also in a PB of 50.62.
