Open Night
We look forward to welcoming 6th class pupils and their parents/ guardians to our school this Thursday 26th October at 5:30pm for our Open Night. Application for Admission can be accessed from 27th October on www.mercyballymahon.ie. Deadline for enrolment is 5pm on Friday 24th November 2023.
Junior Cycle Results
Congratulations to our Transition Year students and some 5th year students who received their Junior Cycle results last week. Well done to all students on your fantastic effort in the run up to the exams. We are delighted that your hard work paid off.
Learning Review Meeting
Thank you to all 2nd year students and their parents for attending our subject learning review meeting last week. Our next meeting will take place on November 9th for 6th year students and their parents.
Sports News
Our U16 girls basketball team secured a fantastic victory against Sacred Heart School in Tullamore last week. Our U19 girls showcased incredible determination, even though they didn't secure the win. Thank you to their coaches, Mr McGivney and Ms Cribben. Hard luck also to our Senior LGFA team who lost out to a strong Bower side on Friday last and thank you to their coaches Ms Curley and Ms Colgan.
After School Study
Students who would like to take part in after school study should sign up on the school’s website. An excellent way to complete homework or carry out study in a quiet, supervised space and also to prepare for upcoming Christmas exams!
Maths Week
Last week we celebrated Maths Week 2023. Transition Year students hosted a maths quiz on Thursday and students took part in daily maths problem competitions. Thanks to our Maths Department for organising.
Shoebox Appeal
Students and Staff are invited to take part in Team Hope’s Shoebox Appeal, an annual campaign which delivers gifts to children affected by poverty. Donation Day will take place on November 8th. Please contact Ms Beirne, Ms Cribben, Ms Fox or Ms McGovern if you would like to participate.