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.
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.
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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
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Seachtain na Gaeilge
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BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2023
Best of luck to TY students, Dayna McGoohan, Muireann Monaghan & Sophie Rogan with their project ‘Puff Nation’ BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition Teacher: Ms. Sheridan.
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Ladies Gaelic Football
Leinster Final here we come! Congratulations to the Eureka Senior Gaelic Football team on a hard fought victory over Ballymahon Mercy Secondary School. In what was a close game in tough conditions the girls fought hard to the final whistle. They are a credit to the hard work being done in the local clubs. Drumbaragh GFC Carnaross Gfc Gaeil Colmcille C.L.G St Ultans Ladies GFC St Michaels GFC Meath LGFA Cavan Ladies Gaelic Football Lurgan Ladies Gfc CLG Cuchulainn MountnugentMunterconnaughtLadiesGFC Castlerahan GAA St. Pauls Delvin Ladies Football Oldcastle Juvenile GAA
Thank you to our Sponsor Gormley Pharmacy, Kells. Your support is greatly appreciated. Teacher: Mr. Farrelly |
State Exam Timetables
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HSE - Virus information
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Evening Study 2023
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Anti-bullying campaign
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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.
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First Year Subject Choices
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College Awareness Week 2022
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Science Week
Stand Up Week
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Soroptomist Public Speaking |
Concern Debates |
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Well done to Róisín Murtagh and Lúcia Keane who participated in the Soroptomist Public Speaking Competition today in St. Oliver’s College Drogheda. Róisín spoke about people and human rights, while Lúcia spoke about partnership and empowerment of women. Both speeches were thought provoking, engaging and very well researched.
Congratulations to Lúcia Keane who was successful in winning this round of the competition. Lúcia will represent Eureka in the regional heat of the competition in January and we wish her the best of luck. Thanks to teachers: Ms. Igoe and Mr. Lynn. |
Well done to 6th-year students Róisín Murtagh, Cara Deignan, Sanchia Bristow, Alana Hall and Lauryn Byrne who took part in round 2 of the Concern Debates against Tallaght Community School. They proposed the motion 'Climate activists must give up meat.' The 6th-year students spoke very well and were meticulous in their research - a very impressive debate! We wish them all the best in their preparations for their upcoming round 3 debate. Teachers: Ms. Igoe and Mr. Lynn.
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Basketball
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Under-16 panel who defeated St Vincent’s, Dundalk in the semifinal today on a scoreline of 37 - 18. They have qualified for the final of the North Eastern Division which will be played on the 29th November and they have also qualified for the last 16 of the All-Ireland series. Teacher: Mr. Cornally.
Soccer Teams
A fantastic win for the Under 14 Gaelic team over an extremely strong St. Joseph’s Mercy Navan side. All players showed great skill, determination, and grit to get over the finish line in a game that makes the wins 3 from 3 and carries us to a Leinster Semi-Final. Management: Mr Curran, Ms Leavy & Ms McDonnell
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Well done to the First Year Soccer Team on their decisive 10-0 victory against Scoil Mhuire Clane in the first round of the Leinster Cup Final. Best of luck in the next round. Teacher: Mr. Lynn.
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Samhain Festival - TY Young Chef of the Year
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A massive congratulations to our 1st Place winners, Dayna McGoohan and Evie Oates who cooked in this mornings 'TY Young Chef of the Year' Competition. They presented a beautiful chicken & brocolli pie served with garlic baby potatoes, a side salad and a homemade vinaigrette. Their dessert was a delicious homemade apple tart, served with homemade custard and vanilla ice-cream! Well done also to our other team, Laura Potter and Sorcha McBride, who also done us so proud this morning with their amazing dishes. Our winning team will now cook in the Regional Final in Cavan Institute next May and we cannot wait! Well done also to Orla Cunningham and Ava Callery who helped prepare the dessert for the Long Table Dinner on Saturday as part of the Samhain Festival in Kells.
First Year Coffee Morning 2022
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Thanks to all who dropped into our First Year Coffee Morning. I was lovely to meet you. Thanks also to the First Year Class Captains.
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 studentsWellbeing Information and resources for parentsWellbeing Information and resources for school staffHealthy EatingAs 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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On Monday 14th February we will be hosting 'Red Day' in support of the Irish Heart Foundation. If they wish, students may wear an item of red along with their school uniform, an accessory item e.g. scarf, hat, socks. Donations of €2 will be collected at Tutor time. There will also be a raffle and prizes given out during the day including canteen vouchers and a fit bit watch. Each student will be given a heart-shaped lollypop and a raffle ticket, for their €2 donation. These funds will be donated to the Irish Heart Foundation in memory of Susie Dunne, (former secretary) R.I.P.
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Over the past number of weeks, students have been busy learning the basics of CPR through their PE lessons. CPR is a simple skill that can help save a life. Last year there were more than 5000 cardiac arrests, 70% of which happened in the home. @Irishheart_ie
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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”. | ||
Anti-bullying Week 2021 - One Kind Word
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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 EurekaNEW School ProspectusSome Subject Presentations |
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HSE Advice to Schools on the coronavirus
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Every School Day Counts
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Support Service - Children's Mental Health
Eureka Girls Win Garda National Youth Award
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
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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.
Lourdes 2019
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UNICEF #KidsTakeOver Competition
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Congratulations to Transition Year student Aoife Murphy who won the Taoiseach #KidsTakeOver competition. She was chosen and was invited to participate in a #KidsTakeOver the Taoiseach’s office on the Monday 19th of November 2018. She shadowed Taoiseach Leo Varadkar for the day!
TY visit Áras an Uachtaráin
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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