Ceiliúradh Ceist
On Thursday 1st February we celebrated Ceiliúradh Ceist, an annual celebration in CEIST schools. This year, the theme of the celebration was ‘Home, School and Parish – Working together.’ A number of activities took place throughout the day which fell on the feast of St. Brigid. We welcomed staff and service users from St. Christopher’s in Longford to our school and they enjoyed making St. Brigid’s crosses with our students. Mr. Rob Halford (CEIST) also visited our school. We also marked the day with the opening of our school walkway - ‘The Mercy Way’. This walkway has been created in memory of former school principal and teacher Sr. Mary Kerrane. It was made possible by a very generous donation from Mr. Joe Kerrane, Sr. Mary’s brother, which helped towards the funding of the walkway. Sr. Mary was a very keen walker throughout her life and we feel it is a fitting tribute in her memory. Joe’s wife Monica and nephew James Hamm attended the opening. Also in attendance were Ms. Teresa Fallon, Chairperson of BoM, Sisters of Mercy- Sr. Assumpta Falkner, Sr. Úna Purcell, Sr. Dympna Cassells, Sr. Maura Faye and Sr. Maura Conlan. Fr. Liam Murray blessed the walkway and Niall Dowler, who did the construction, was also present .
Opening of ‘The Mercy Way’ walkway at Mercy Secondary School Ballymahon in memory of former principal and teacher Sr. Mary Kerrane.
Back row: James Hamm, Rob Halford (CEIST), Martha O’Reilly, Fr. Liam Murray, Gary Kenny, Teresa Fallon (Chairperson of BOM), Niall Dowler. Front row: Joe Kerrane, Monica Kerrane, Josephine Donohue.
Back row: Mr. Rob Halford (CEIST), Martha O’Reilly, James Hamm, Fr. Liam Murray, Gerry Griffin, Sarah Maguire, Sr. Dympna, Gráinne Minogue, Sr. Úna, Jane Mulvey, Teresa Fallon, Niall Dowler, Josephine Donohue, Gary Kenny. Front row: Joe Kerrane, Monica Kerrane, Sr. Maura, Sr. Assumpta, Sr. Maura.
Athletics
Congratulations to all athletes who participated in the North Connacht Cross Country Event in Ballymote on Tuesday 30th January. Four of our athletes have qualified for the Connacht final; Conor Murtagh, Kevin Óg Murphy, Robin Óg Murphy (2nd - intermediate girls) and Ryan Kenny (3rd - minor boys). Well done to everyone and thank you to Ms Moran and Ms Fox for organising.
Gaelic Football
Well done to our U14 boys who had a one point victory over St. Ciarán’s Kells in the North Leinster semi-final last week. The final score MSS Ballymahon 2-09 to St Ciaran’s 3-05. The boys will now play in the North Leinster Final this week against St. Mary’s Drogheda. Meanwhile, best of luck to our U14 LGFA team who will play Scoil Mhuire Longford tomorrow.
Safe Pass
Last week nineteen of our senior students had the wonderful opportunity of completing Safe Pass Training, in association with the Construction Federation of Ireland. This consisted of a one day safety awareness programme which is mandatory for construction workers. Our students thoroughly enjoyed the experience and are very grateful to have received this fantastic opportunity. Thank you to Mr Seery for organising.
Basketball News
Well done to our 1st and 2nd year girls who were victorious again last week, both teams beating Our Lady’s, The Bower. Well done to the team and coaches Mr McGivney and Ms Nally. Well done also to out 1st years boys who secured a fantastic win against St Mel’s. Final score 39 -15.
Afterschool Study
Term 4 of Afterschool study will begin after Midterm on Monday 19th February and will run until Thursday 21st March. All registration details can be found on the school’s website.