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Christmas Newsletter 2012
Christmas Newsletter 2012
Rowlagh, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. Phone:+353(0)1 457 2300, Fax:+353(0)1 457 2303 E-mail: collinstown@codubvec.ie Web Address: www.collinstownpark.ie Principals Address
As we reach the end of the first term, now is a good time to reflect on the school year so far. In mid- August, our Leaving Certificate students received their examination results. Since then, those students have gone to college to study many different courses or have taken up employment. On behalf of the staff of the College, I wish to congratulate everyone from the class of 2012, on their achievements to date and wish them continued success. In September, excellent Junior Certificate examination results were celebrated with a special celebration ceremony for those students who achieved exceptionally high grades. Also in September, the College was featured at length on an RTE documentary on education. In October, a number of fifth year students and their teacher Ms Allen were interviewed about their e-future programme on Twotube on Network Two. Then in November, Sixth Year students were interviewed on Liffey Sound FM about a Leaving Certificate project entitled Reeling through the Years. On the same radio show, students from the Colleges writers group Inklinks read from their own original works. I congratulate the students and staff who participated in any of these programmes and thank them for their contributions. After each of the programmes, the College received extremely positive feedback and comments. Adult and Further Education is a significant part of the education provided by the College. All adult students in their commitment to continuing in education, provide excellent role models for our younger students. Their valuable contribution in this regard is recognised and appreciated. In November, the Further Education and Adult students attended a graduation ceremony where they were presented with their FETAC certificates by the CEO of Co Dublin VEC, Dr Marie Griffin. Two new student awards were recently announced to all second level students in the College. The award for academic excellence will recognise the achievement of excellent exam grades. In January, it will be awarded to the student from each year group who achieved the highest grades in the Christmas exams. The second award, will be the Student of the Month award and will be awarded at the end of each month to students who has shown extremely high levels of commitment to learning. Learning takes place in the classroom and beyond the classroom, in the great outdoors. I wish to acknowledge the hard work and expertise of the teachers and SNAs who provide high quality, challenging and interesting learning opportunities both inside and outside the classroom. I acknowledge the commitment of our Deputy Principal, Ms opportunities. I educational aims. To our students, to those who have always been conscientious students, I congratulate you on your achievements to date and to those students who are working hard to achieve success on all levels, I encourage you to continue in your efforts and remind you that with commitment comes achievement. Finally, I thank most sincerely, Ms Coffey, who produced this newsletter. I wish all students, both past and present, their families and all staff members a very happy Christmas and every good wish for the New Year. Friel, to facilitating all educational pay tribute to the dedication of the caretaking, cleaning and administration
An Gaisce
Congratulations to all the 6th Year students who received their bronze reward in Athlone on October 23rd.
Important Dates
School re-opens Monday 7th January 2013. Midterm Break Monday 11th February to Friday 15th February 2013. School closed Monday 18th March 2013 for St Patricks Bank holiday. Easter Hoildays Monday 25th March to Friday 5th April 2012. School closed Monday 6th May 2013 for May Bank holiday Last day of school term Friday 31 st May.
staffs. I wish to thank the parents of our students for their commitment to the colleges
Gluais
This years Gluais group have been working very hard with their first year groups. They have organised a very enjoyable table quiz, a tidy classrooms campaign which saw Class 1H the winners and they were also involved in the Teamhope Shoe Box appeal. They have spent time with their groups in the morning before registration, helping them with any questions they may have This years Gluais group consists of Chelsey Russell, Lorna Lovett, Michelle Power, Jennifer Power, Shauna Bond, Shane Byrne, Amy Rothwell, Nadine Mc Dade, Gemma Mahon and Kirsty Saul.
LCVP
On October 17th the 6th Year LCVP class organised a Reeling through the Years event in the Sports Hall. Staff and students got to experience food, clothes, music and games of the 60s, 70s and 80s. It was a trip down memory lane for many teachers.
Inklinks
On Tuesday 9th October, students from Collinstown Park Community College were proud to unveil a mural they had created for their local community. The students were from INKLINKS Collinstown Park Community Colleges Creative Writing group, led by writer-in-residence, Colm Keegan. They created and shortlisted a number of inspiring statements, and decided upon Open your heart: the sounds of our streets can soothe your raging soul. With funding from CAS (Community Action on Suicide), the students were able to bring these words to life, together with guidance from renowned graffiti artist Maser. Many representatives from the community attended the launch, and it was agreed that the mural was truly inspiring and uplifted anyone passing by it. The mural is located outside Ronanstown Youth Service, Neilstown.
The Staff of Collinstown Park wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year
Agricultural Science Trip to the Ploughing Championships. Mr. Reilly, Ms Campbell and the Transition Year Agriculture Science class braved the elements to attend the National Ploughing Championships in New Ross in September. Students had a great day out and the highlight for many of them was the experience of shearing a sheep and milking cows.
Winter Wonderland