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Activation Instruction

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​Cineáltas Action Plan on Bullying

First Year Subject Choices

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Official Opening of Eureka by Minister for Education 

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Meath Enterprise Week

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​Congratulations to Sadie McGarry who came 3rd place in the Best Start Up Business Category at the Meath Enterprise Final. She came 3rd out of 100 entrants, winning a trophy, medal and €150! Live link: https://www.youtube.com/live/QxKfPif3Koo?si=xkuCDDv81X8a0YKK

Think Languages

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Congratulations to Fifth Year students, Ava Callery, Lucía Keane, Daisy Gernon and Jodie Loughran who won their Spanish debate tonight against Coláiste Pobail Setanta in St. Benildus College, Stillorgan, Dublin. The topic was AI - Artificial Intelligence. Lucía captained the team and also won the award for Best Speaker. Debating a complex topic like AI through Spanish is no easy task! The girls put a lot of work into their speeches and rebuttals, so we are very, very proud of their achievements. The Debating Blitz was organised by the Association of Teachers of Spanish in Ireland.
Teachers: Ms. Cronin & Flor

The Rotary Zone Final - Youth Leadership Development Competition

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Congratulations to Gráinne Owens (TY) who was announced as the Winner of The Rotary Zone Final of the Youth Leadership Development Competition that took place in Dundalk. Gráinne has won all-expenses-paid trips which will include a visit to:
  • Belfast - Stormont
  • Dublin - Dáil
  • EU offices in Dublin
  • Flights to Strasbourg and a full-day trip to the EU Parliament
Gráinne is one of a group of 24 students in total from around Ireland to win this prize. She will travel to France in February.
​We are delighted for Gráinne and very proud of her achievement.

Meath Student Enterprise Challenge

European Gymnastics

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Best of luck to Sadie McGarry who participated the Meath Student Enterprise Challenge - watch her on You Tube live
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Congratulations to Neesha Lynskey (1 Eibhlín) who represented Ireland in the European Gymnastic Championships in Spain this week. She came 7th out of 20. Very well done.

Child Talks 2023

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​Congratulations to Lucía Keane who spoke in The Helix in DCU today at the annual 'Child Talks' which was run by the Ombudsman for Children's Office. To mark World Children's Day, young people were given a platform to talk about their rights and the issues that matter to them. Lucía's chosen topic was vaping. The event was live-streamed on www.oco.ie

First Year Coffee Morning

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​Thanks to all who dropped into our First Year Coffee Morning. It was lovely to meet you. Thanks also to the First Year Class Captains.
​Topics covereed included:
  • VSware - Attendance & Punctuality
  • Guidance - Wellbeing - Online safety
  • Journal - Homework
  • Communications - School App
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There will be a follow up email with some resources.

Entrance Applications 2024

The school will commence accepting applications for admission on 2nd October 2023

The school shall cease accepting applications for admission on 23rd October 2023

The date by which applicants will be notified of the decision on their application is 1st November 2023

The period within which applicants must confirm acceptance of an offer of admission is 8th November 2023

​Failure by an applicant to accept an offer by 8/11/2023 may result in the offer being withdrawn.
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Careers Fair 2023

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Thanks to all who participated in the annual Careers Fair. More photos on Facebook.

Trá na gCeist

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​Ghlac trí fhoireann ó Eureka páirt sa tráth na gceist Feachtas arís i mbliana. Bhain na daltaí taitneamh as. Cuireadh sa 2ú agus sa 3ú háit iad. Maith sibh uilig agus a gcuid múinteoirí.
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Safety online

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Education for Sustainable Development

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Funding Application

Lourdes 2023

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Youth pilgrims and staff from Eureka Secondary School joined other schools in Lourdes. A candle was lit for the petitions sent in.
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Eureka welcomes Richard Hogan on Monday 11th September -  ALL welcome!

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​Richard Hogan, Clinical Director of the Therapy Institute, will gave a talk for parents of teenagers at 7.30pm on Monday 11th September. He is the author of the best-selling book, “Parenting the Screenager, a practical guide for parents of the modern child”. He utilises many fascinating case studies from his years of experience to help parents understand strategic approaches to their teenager’s mental health issues. These strategies developed by Richard over his years working with teenagers are some of the most significant and progressive approaches to adolescent behaviour in recent times. He has a particularly progressive approach to building levels of communication in relationships.

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LMFM Podcast

 Evening Study Application Form
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​Code of Behaviour

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Senior Prefects 2023-24

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Front row: Shannon Brennan, Rebecca Moraes Daly, Hillary Martin, Helina McElroy, Rebecca Williams, Rachel Wyse, Aoibheann McFadden, Claire Smith, Éabha Hayes, Roisin Cooney, Sarah McDonnell.
Back row: Ms. O'Reilly, Ella McEllin, Rosemary Murphy, Sophie Brady, Eva Brennan, Emily Morgan, Arwyn Farrell, Poppy Yore, Katie White, Caragh Cleary, Ellen Daly, Niamh Everitt, Shannah Galligan, Erin Draper, Aoife Muldoon, Ms. Mullaghy, Mr. Wright.

Repeat LC Application Form


Ms. Kitty McGonagle R.I.P.
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It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our former colleague and friend, Mrs. Kitty McGonagle. She was the first Deputy Principal/ Vice-Principal of Eureka (1972-1998) and a brilliant Home Economics teacher for many years. Always a lady with a wonderful smile and a kind heart. We remember her for her dedication and professionalism. Our thoughts and condolences are with her family and loved ones during this difficult time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam dilís. ​
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​Vice-Principal 1972 - 1998
​Go raibh maith agat.


Booklists 2023-24

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School Uniform

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School Transport

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school_transport_2023-24.pdf
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Eureka School App is now available for download  from App stores - APP HELP VIDEO!

Search for 'Eureka Secondary School' in App Store or Google Play
Click 'App Help' for how to  download, register and set up Eureka Secondary School App
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Information for Parents on the School App set up and usage!

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Any issues contact: support@uniqueschools.ie


Reminders Links

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Photos from the Awards and Graduations are on our Facebook pages


Student Enterprise Awards National Final Winner

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Congratulations to Sadie McGarry (1st year) who participated in the National Finals of the Student Enterprise Awards on Friday. The standard at the awards was exceptional, which makes it even more impressive that Sadie did not just walk away with one but in fact three awards. 
Sadie was awarded the "One To Watch" Award by Anthony Gorman who you may all know from Anthony's Reindeer's stocked in Dunnes Stores. 
She followed this up by being awarded "Best Display" in the Junior Category. 
And most impressive, she was awarded "Most Creative use of Social Media" across all categories, this means she beat out competition from Junior, Intermediate and Senior Students. Teacher: Mr. Curran. More photos on meta (Facebook & Instagram)

SciFest Regional Finals

Junior Soccer Team

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Well done to all who took part in the Regional Finals of SciFest in DKIT and congratulations to Dayna McGoohan & Sophie Rogan who won a Best Intermediate Life Sciences project award. Thanks to teachers: Ms. Sheridan & Ms. Byrne. More photos on meta (Facebook & Instagram)
Best of luck to our Junior Soccer Team who will play Kingswood Community College on Monday 15th May in the Leinster Semi-Finals. Teacher: Ms. McElroy.
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Meath Track & Field

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Congratulations to our students won the best overall Girls School at the Meath Track and Field Championships last week.
This is the third consecutive year coming first. Well done to all and a special word of thanks to their teacher, Ms. Mimnagh.

GAISCE Adventure Journey

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Thirty students participating in the GAISCE awards travelled to Glendalough for their Adventure Journey where they embarked on a 25 km hike and stayed overnight in the Glendalough International Hostel. They will receive their awards at the TY Graduation ceremony on Thursday Night. Well done!
Thanks also to the team of teachers who accompanied them. Ms. Byrne, Mr. Devine & Ms. Mullaghy. More photos on meta (Facebook & Instagram)

Active Schools Week 2023 

Minding Your Wellbeing

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Reporting Social Media Content .....

The Wolfe Tone Debate Tournament

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Thanks to ALL who participated in the inaugural Wolf Tone Debate against L’école Massillon Paris on Saturday 11th March. A special mention to their exceptional coordinators Maeve Jennings (a former student of Eureka) and Evi Ferenduros and our teachers Ms. Igoe and Mr. Lynn.
A high-profile judging panel (H.E. Vincent Guérend, Dearbhail McDonald, Michael J Flynn, Deirdre Kinahan, Dr. Rhona Mahony, Darragh Byrne, Cllr. Sarah Reilly, Brian Ingarfield, Myles Dungan, Laura Le Cleach and Emily McKeown.) had been carefully selected to preside over each debate including The French Ambassador to Ireland, H.E. Vincent Gúerend and Minister of State Thomas Byrne. Eureka Secondary School would like to thank everyone who attended the event and especially to judges, staff and students who helped on the day. More photos on our Facebook page.

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Senior Category winners: Ciara Sheridan, Lúcia Keane, and Róisín Murtagh being presented their award by Minister Thomas Byrne. The timekeeper and chairperson was Grace Cunningham.
Intermediate Category winners: Ava O’Connor, Emma Hunt, Gráinne Owens and Orlagh Cremin  being presented their award by Minister Thomas Byrne. Chairperson: Aoibh McInerney and Timekeeper: Katie Kavanagh

Evening Study 2023

Evening Study Application 2023 (Jan-March)
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Anti-bullying campaign

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Cineáltas - Action Plan on Bullying

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​The next session of Evening Study will begin on Monday 9th January 2023. Payments can be made online via Easy Payments on the school website. 
https://www.studyclix.ie/blog/show/study-habits-7-tips-you-need-to-know


First Year Subject Choices

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Lá GAISCE 2022

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​Celebrating Lá GAISCE in Eureka today and remembering our Adventure Journey in Glendalough. Delighted to be a GAISCE partner school.
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Wellbeing Information and resources for students

​Wellbeing Information and resources for parents

​Wellbeing Information and resources for school staff

Healthy Eating

​As we return to school please be aware that some people have severe allergies to nuts, so all nut based products are prohibited. Please also note that no crisps or popcorm are allowed on the premises. Students are asked to bring lunchboxes/ lunch bags to bring home their left overs. Leave no trace policy!
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Safer Internet Day (SID) is an EU-wide initiative to promote a safer internet for all users, especially young people. The internet is an integral part of our lives, providing fantastic opportunities to learn, create and connect, but the online world also creates challenges.  
Parents/ Guardians are encouraged to have open and regular conversations with their children about the internet. To talk to them about the benefits and the risks, but also to listen to what their child has to say and to learn about their life online. Research consistently shows that many children do not tell if something goes wrong online. Having conversations with your daughter is one of the most effective ways of ensuring that they have a safe and positive experience, and to help them to feel comfortable coming to you if they encounter an issue. 
There are lots of resources available on Webwise.ie and on the Webwise social media platforms to help educate us on our digital lives. 
In Eureka, the Webwise Team, led by the Safer Internet Ambassadors and in conjunction with the Wellbeing Team, is hosting several events during the week, including presentations, peer learning and a poster competition with the theme “Together for a Better Internet”. 
​Webwise offer free information, advice and resources to help parents, teachers and students address internet safety issues.

Anti-bullying Week - One Kind Word

Bullying is H.A.R.D.
Hurtful,
Aggressive,
Repeated,
Deliberate.
Bullying is B.O.O.
Being Mean
On Purpose
Over and Over
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Virtual Tour of Eureka

NEW School Prospectus

Some Subject Presentations

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Enrolments  for incoming First Years are not open yet!


HSE Advice to Schools on the coronavirus

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Every School Day Counts

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Tips for parents - 20 Day Challenge.pdf
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Support Service - Children's Mental Health 


Eureka Girls Win Garda National Youth Award

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The students of the TY YSI project ‘Never Home Alone’ were given tremendous recognition last night in the Headfort Arms Hotel Kells by being awarded winners of their category in the Garda National Youth Awards for County Meath. The students developed a 10-week programme last year involving senior citizens from our local community to help combat loneliness and social isolation. Students are very grateful for all the support and encouragement they have received to date. Teacher: Mr McKee

Public Access to Law 2018

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Congratulations and well done to the Public Access to Law team who competed in the prestigious Empire Mock Trial Competition in New York over the weekend. They were placed 2nd in the 'Best International School' category, only missing out by one point! Very well done to Crea Shine who was the 2nd highest placed attorney of the entire competition and won an award for her outstanding achievement. Thanks to all involved for their commitment, including their teacher Mr. Fahy and Edel & Elaine Traynor.

TY visit Áras an Uachtaráin 2018

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TY students were invited to visit Áras an Uachtaráin on Thursday 20th September, to view the presentation of Credentials by new Ambassadors to Ireland. They also met President Michael D Higgins and received a guided tour of the state rooms within Áras an Uachtaráin and were offered light refreshments in the state dining room. Teacher: Ms. McGuinness & Damien English, Minister of State for Housing and Urban Development.

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October Bank Holiday Weekend of Celebrations
​& Eureka Memories
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