School 5K Run/ Walk
Future Leaders and the Active School Class organised a very successful 5km Fun Run/ Walk and Kids Fun Run at the school on Sunday February 8th at 10a.m. This event was very well supported by the community, including participants from our school, parents, staff and families. It was lovely to welcome participants from running clubs and also some of our past pupils!
Many thanks to the students from the ASF and Future Leaders classes, staff, Parents Association, Board of Management, local community, Lower Ormond Cycling Club, Borrisokane Athletics Club, David Coen, Just Race, Order of Malta, medical volunteers, local Gardai and to all our participants on the day. We thank you all very much for your help in making this such a successful and wonderful event. Congratulations to the winners:
Male:
Danial Ryan Ellis 15.22
Kieran McClearn 18.17
Ambroise d’Ales 18.48
Female:
Kate McEvoy 22.57
Caoimhe Percy 24.40
Bronagh Hogan 24.55
Junk Kouture
Borrisokane Community College will be represented by two groups, who advance to the Regional Finals of Junk Kouture, taking place in The Helix, Dublin on Monday, March 9th. Nine entries were submitted recently and as we congratulate those who will take part in the Final, all students involved are to be commended on their hard work.
‘Danger on the Dairy’ by Ella Ryan and Julie Ryan focuses on farm safety. The design is made from scrap pieces of bale wrap, meal bags, wire, wool and straw. The bold shapes and print are designed to stop people in their tracks and make them think about the serious dangers existing in the everyday reality of dairy life.
‘From bottles to blossoms’ by Ciara Maher and Louise Killeen celebrates the transformative power of sport and its ability to empower lives. The dress is crafted from over 800 Lucozade bottles that have been cut, melted, sprayed, drilled and pinned. The floral headpiece draws inspiration from Frida Kahlo, whose artwork was deeply influenced by her resilience and perseverance.
Erasmus Trip – Spain
A group of students, along with teachers took part in an Erasmus+ trip at Villarubia de los Ojos, Spain this week. On the opening day there were presentations from each participating country, followed by a visit to meet the Mayor at the Town Hall. Over the course of the week, the group enjoyed visits to local historic sites and took part in cultural activities, ensuring a worthwhile and enjoyable trip for all.
1st year Basketball
Well done to our first year girls basketball who beat Confey College on Monday February 9th on a scoreline of 24 – 10. They have now qualified for the quarter finals of the Midland League, which will be played after midterm. Well done girls.
TY Fire Marshall Training
All Transition Year students took part in Fire Marshall training this week, provided by members of the local fire brigade. Students learned important life skills relating to Fire Safety and how the Fire service operates, both in the classroom and outside.
LCVP Work Experience
5th year Leaving Certificate Vocational Programme students participated in three days of work experience from February 11th – 13th, as part of their coursework. Many thanks to the local businesses and workplaces who afforded them the valuable opportunity to experience the world of world in their chosen career.
Borrisokane Men’s Shed
Thank you to Seanie Egan and Gerry Duggan from Borrisokane Men’s Shed who visited the school to present a cheque for €500 to our school’s Autism Centre. The funds were raised at their Christmas concert in December. We are very grateful for their generosity and support.
