20 December 2012
St Colman's College Principal Mr Mc Kinney was delighted to welcome the recipients of the Clann Cholmáin awards to a afternoon reception in the College. These young men all achieved 3 A grades or better in their A Levels and as a result pick up this prestigious 'Galway Living' award. 15 of the 18 pupils who were presented with the trophy at Monday's Annual Prize Giving attended the College today and were delighted to enjoy each others company in a relaxed and informal setting.
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Dickens Fellowship Celebrating Gavin Fleming
20 December 2012
Gavin Fleming, a sixth year student in the college was recently awarded the Dickens fellowship award for his short story, ‘Benjamin Bufford’. It is set in Victorian England and written in the style of Charles Dickens and is about a young boy who is sent out as a mud-lark to scour the river Thamesfor valuable items and witnesses a murder. Gavin received news in July that his story had been chosen as the winner and in addition to receiving a £150 monetary reward will receive an award at the
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Gavin Fleming, a sixth year student in the college was recently awarded the Dickens fellowship award for his short story, ‘Benjamin Bufford’. It is set in Victorian England and written in the style of Charles Dickens and is about a young boy who is sent out as a mud-lark to scour the river Thamesfor valuable items and witnesses a murder. Gavin received news in July that his story had been chosen as the winner and in addition to receiving a £150 monetary reward will receive an award at the
College pupils complete Gael Linn Scholarship test
18 December 2012
Thug Póilín Ní Dhonnchadh, Feidhmeannach Gael Linn. cuairt ar an choláiste chun scrúdú cainte a chur ar dhaltaí Choláiste Cholmáin atá ag iarraidh scoláireacht Gaeltachta a ghnóthú. Téann baicle scoláirí go Machaire Rabhartaigh achan bhliain agus tá rachairt mhór ar na scoláireachtaí arís i mbliana.
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Thug Póilín Ní Dhonnchadh, Feidhmeannach Gael Linn. cuairt ar an choláiste chun scrúdú cainte a chur ar dhaltaí Choláiste Cholmáin atá ag iarraidh scoláireacht Gaeltachta a ghnóthú. Téann baicle scoláirí go Machaire Rabhartaigh achan bhliain agus tá rachairt mhór ar na scoláireachtaí arís i mbliana.
BBC's John Toal impresses at Annual Prize Giving ceremony
18 December 2012
BBC Radio Ulster's John Toal, past pupil of St Colman's College, spoke at last night's Prize giving ceremony and the address was extremely well received by the large crowd of almost 300 people, in attendance. Amongst invited guests was Bishop Mc Areavey (Chairman of Board of Governors), Dr Lillian Cromie (Norbrook Pharmecuticals), Dr Damien Scullion (Board of Governor), An tUasal Seán Mac an Fhailií (CCEA), Liam Quinn (Board of Governor), Mr Domhnall Murphy (representative of Murphy fa
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BBC Radio Ulster's John Toal, past pupil of St Colman's College, spoke at last night's Prize giving ceremony and the address was extremely well received by the large crowd of almost 300 people, in attendance. Amongst invited guests was Bishop Mc Areavey (Chairman of Board of Governors), Dr Lillian Cromie (Norbrook Pharmecuticals), Dr Damien Scullion (Board of Governor), An tUasal Seán Mac an Fhailií (CCEA), Liam Quinn (Board of Governor), Mr Domhnall Murphy (representative of Murphy fa
Art students highly commended by Newry & Mourne District Council
13 December 2012
The Art & Design Department held a presentation to acknowledge the further success of 3 students in the recent Environmental Calendar Competition. Johnny Carr Year 8, Ryan Watters Year 9 & Kieran McNally Year 10 were highly commended by the NMDC for their calendar designs.
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The Art & Design Department held a presentation to acknowledge the further success of 3 students in the recent Environmental Calendar Competition. Johnny Carr Year 8, Ryan Watters Year 9 & Kieran McNally Year 10 were highly commended by the NMDC for their calendar designs.
Biggest Night of the Year - Be there!
11 December 2012
All last year's S4 leavers are reminded that this Monday night is their night! A chance for our past pupils to return to Violet Hill to be rewarded for their endeavours as a pupil. Perhaps more importantly than the silverware is the opportunity to network with former friends, teachers and staff of St Colman's who we shared so many great memories with! Prize Night is also an evening for past pupils to get caught up on the craic with their former colleagues, find out how their Univestity expe
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All last year's S4 leavers are reminded that this Monday night is their night! A chance for our past pupils to return to Violet Hill to be rewarded for their endeavours as a pupil. Perhaps more importantly than the silverware is the opportunity to network with former friends, teachers and staff of St Colman's who we shared so many great memories with! Prize Night is also an evening for past pupils to get caught up on the craic with their former colleagues, find out how their Univestity expe
College perform well in Corn na nÓg final
8 December 2012
Last night's Corn na nÓg final was, to use an old cliché, a game of two halves. St Colman's were dominant in the first period but Omagh stole the show in the second half and ran out deserving winners in the finish. Congratulations to Omagh CBS on their victory. St Colman's J3 pupils will now set their set their sights on next year's Brock Cup Campaign. Report from Ulster Colleges'; Omagh CBS 1-14 St Colman’s Newry 1-10 From Kevin Kelly in Emyvale Omagh CBS lifted the Danske Bank Corn na nÓg titl
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Last night's Corn na nÓg final was, to use an old cliché, a game of two halves. St Colman's were dominant in the first period but Omagh stole the show in the second half and ran out deserving winners in the finish. Congratulations to Omagh CBS on their victory. St Colman's J3 pupils will now set their set their sights on next year's Brock Cup Campaign. Report from Ulster Colleges'; Omagh CBS 1-14 St Colman’s Newry 1-10 From Kevin Kelly in Emyvale Omagh CBS lifted the Danske Bank Corn na nÓg titl
Change to Calendar
7 December 2012
Please note that there has been a change to the school calendar: The last day of term for students is now Thursday 20th December. Class finishes at 3.30pm as normal.
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Please note that there has been a change to the school calendar: The last day of term for students is now Thursday 20th December. Class finishes at 3.30pm as normal.
An outstanding performance by St Colman's Choir
3 December 2012
An audience of almost 200 people attended a concert in Newry RC Cathedral on Sunday evening entitled 'O Magnum Mysterium'. The concert, under the direction of Miss Frame and delivered by the choir of Violet Hill was a perfect reflection of the countless hours of preparation which preceded it. A sincere congratulations to all involved in a most beautiful performance.
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An audience of almost 200 people attended a concert in Newry RC Cathedral on Sunday evening entitled 'O Magnum Mysterium'. The concert, under the direction of Miss Frame and delivered by the choir of Violet Hill was a perfect reflection of the countless hours of preparation which preceded it. A sincere congratulations to all involved in a most beautiful performance.
Corn na nÓg Final Preview
3 December 2012
Corn na nÓg Final Preview: This Friday (7th Dec), at 6pm in Emyvale, Co.Monaghan, the footballers of St.Colman’s College will take on Omagh CBS in the final of the Corn na nÓg Cup. A repeat of the last year’s D’Alton Cup final between the same two sets of players, this match promises to be real festive cracker! Both teams arrive at the final undefeated all year. With the Tyrone outfit having defeated St Mary’s Magherafelt and Abbey CBS en route to the final, Colman’s had to endure
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Corn na nÓg Final Preview: This Friday (7th Dec), at 6pm in Emyvale, Co.Monaghan, the footballers of St.Colman’s College will take on Omagh CBS in the final of the Corn na nÓg Cup. A repeat of the last year’s D’Alton Cup final between the same two sets of players, this match promises to be real festive cracker! Both teams arrive at the final undefeated all year. With the Tyrone outfit having defeated St Mary’s Magherafelt and Abbey CBS en route to the final, Colman’s had to endure
