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TRANSITION year students of Scariff Community College have been enjoying celebrations to mark the end of their year of delving into subjects other than the regular sylla- eltcy
Staff, parents, siblings and friends of the twenty five enjoyed a night of exhibitions and recollections of the year during which the college’s annu- al magazine was formally launched. A highlight of the occasion was the announcement that one of the stu- dents, Charles O’ Donnell, has scored highest marks in Ireland in the pub- lic access to law module of the tran- sition year’s varied programme.
Transition year class co-ordinator Liam Coyle was delighted and com- pliments were paid to the teacher by Principal Sean Daly for his handling of the far-flung activities to which the class was introduced over an ex- citing year.
Caimin Condren, acclaimed stu- dent of the year for putting in a huge effort, being generally helpful and an organiser of events, spoke for the class to say it had been a wonderful year for all students, a great experi- ence. He expressed their appreciation of all that had been done for them by their teachers and the wider college SEIOE
Meanwhile, Leaving Certificate students at the college got a nice sur- prise at their formal departure cer- emonial.
Each of the class of 58 was present- ed with a crucifix made in Bethlehem of local olive wood as a memento of their time in the college.
The crucifixes were bought for
them by Fr Brendan Quinliven while he was on pilgrimage.
The honour of top stars in the community college’s second annual talent competition went to the tradi- tional music duo of Brian Corry and Gearoid Kelly.
The competition for the John S Kelly (former principal) Cup provid- ed great entertainment for all in the college. In addition to the trophy, the boys received a cheque for €100.
Second and third places fell to sing-
ers Paul Melody and Rebecca Atkin- son who were awarded prizes of €60 and €40 respectively.
For her contribution to this year’s organisation of the event, music teacher Ms Kavanagh was warmly thanked. ‘Naked Bare’ past pupils were special guests and created a wonderfully lively atmosphere to start the show.
A spokesperson for the college, con- eratulating the winners and runners- up, said they must appreciate fully
the great spirit and fun experienced by all competitors. The “You’re a Star’ competition 1s open to singers, songwriters, dancers, bands, soloists, etc. Rehearsals took place on Thurs- days and Fridays from 4 to 6pm.