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School News 21st October 2024
3rd Year Retreat - A students voice:
Dear Roscommon Herald,
For a school trip earlier this week, I went to a place in Co. Mayo called Knock and while I was there I was pleasantly surprised by the area.
First of all I didn't think I'd see a huge building like the Knock Basilica or the Massive 1.5 million tile mosaic. I also didn't know that Pope John Paul II or Pope Francis visited Knock but now I know that a small area in the middle of Ireland was visited by 2 of the most famous people in modern history.
I had a lovely time in Knock, its a grand spot out there and I even brought back a souvenir, Holy Water.
I would 100% recommend Knock to tourists of all ages.
Sincerely,
Matthew Mullooly
Interschools Showjumping:
ACC competed in the Interschools Showjumping Competition in Mullingar on Sunday 13th October.
For the team event, ACC joined forces with students from Mercy College, Sligo.
Our school was represented by Ellen Colman Wright on her horse ‘Just Walter’ who had an impressive double clear. Sophie McElroy was our second team member on her pony ‘Homer’ who also put in an admirable performance.
In the individual jumping, ACC fielded Sophie McElroy on ‘Homer’ and Oisin Nangle on ‘Sligo’ who both brought home red rosettes.
Helping out on the day were Mia Gately and Grace Healy who provided valuable help and support. We look forward to them both competing for ACC very shortly.
A big thank-you to Adrian and Nicole McElroy who gave so generously of their expertise and time - not to mention the loan of ‘Sligo’.
Congratulations to our equestrians! The next outing for our riders takes place at Ower Equestrian Centre, Galway on Sunday 17th November.
Many thanks to SNA Mary for keeping us up to date with all things Equestrian!
U16 Girls Basketball:
A massive congratulations to the u16 girls' basketball team from Abbey Community College who beat the Sligo Grammar on wednesday 16th October. The girls won 30-15. An excellent attacking performance by scorers Lily O Shaughnesy, Rachel Sheerin, Ugne Padimanskate, Emma Caslin, Alanna Cooney, Orlaith Callaghan, Lillie Carty and Katie Conroy. Well done to the girls on their outstanding win.
Senior Girls Soccer:
Well done to the Senior girls soccer who go top of their group with a hard fought 6.4 win over Manorhamilton.
Goals from Rachel Flynn, Shauna McGrath x 2, Annie O'Connor, Emma Duggan and Amy O'Donohoe.
Lenten Youth Ambassador Program 2025:
Trocaire worker Marianne delivered a presentation to TYs on Friday 11th October. Students had an opportunity to hear about the great work that Trocaire do throughout the world working with indigenous people and internally displaced people in various parts of the world. The difficulties faced by migrants and refugees were discussed. The various challenges affecting people due to climate injustice and the decisions we need to start making in relation to addressing these issues in our own way.
Students will have an opportunity to take part in this program raising awareness during Lent in school or in their parishes.
We are grateful to Justin Harkin for helping organise this event and supporting this project in the diocese . Thanks to Ciaran who attended from Croghan in support of this work next Lent.
Maths Week Visit to ATU:
Transition Year Students from Abbey Community College Boyle ventured to the ATU in Sligo to take part in a maths magic show. The event was organised as part of maths week. A great day was had by all. Students got to explore the campus and experience 3rd level student life for a day.
Beginning of the School Year Mass :
On Tuesday the 8th October our Leaving certificate student Eleanor read the introduction to our mass, welcoming Parents, students and staff alongside members of the parish of St. Joseph’s in Boyle to mark the start of our school year.
Canon Gerry invited everyone to listen to God’s word and gave some encouragement and guidance in his homily . The students were as ever well prepared for their musical contribution to the liturgy with a particular highlight being the psalm sung by Anna, 'To make you feel my love' at the offertory by fifth years, the communion hymn 'The Water is Wide' by first years and then a beautiful rendition of 'Heal the world' by leaving certs Grace, Ciara and Teegan. Also a beautiful 'Dona Nobis Pacem' by 3rd years. Overall everyone involved made our mass a particularly special moment. We are most grateful to Fr Gerry for celebrating the mass and also to Sacristan Padraig who is ever helpful with the preparations. In particular, thanks to Michaél Harrington who always gives his time to set up the sound system in the church each year.
We wish every good wish to our staff, students and the parents & carers of our students for the year ahead .
Jersey Day for GOAL!:
Thank you to all those who participated in Jersey Day today in aid of GOAL! Special mention to Fionn White who was on photography duty!
Junior D Ladies:
Hard luck to our Junior D ladies footballers who were defeated by a point against Castlerea CC this morning. It was a very exciting game with the girls showing great work rate and determination. Final Score Castlerea 9-5, Boyle 7-10.
School News 13th October 2024
Green Isle Recipe Challenge:
Well Done to Senior Student Caoimhe Reilly on winning the Green Isle Recipe challenge. Caoimhe won a 500 euro voucher for the Home Economics Kitchen in school.
History Week 2024:
History Week took place in Abbey Community College last week with a range of exciting activities for our students.
1st Years did some Cookie Excavating!
2nd Years had a very informative visit to Strokestown Park House.
Senior history students updated our history notice board and prepared to bury our time capsule!
Senior cycle history students also enjoyed a great day out to two of Irelands most historically significant sites: Kilmainham Gaol and Glasnevin Cemetery. Thank you to our wonderful tour guides.
Congratulations to the winners of our historical poster competition: Clara Milnes, (5th year) Liam Hanly (2nd year) and Brónagh Feeney (1st year)
From the history department, thank you to all who took part in history week and to the dedicated staff who organised the celebrations.
High Jump!
1st year PE students recently carried out Self assessment and Peer assessment tasks during the High Jump lesson. This is a culmination of alot of hard work carried out since the start of the school term. Well done all!
Junior C Ladies GAA:
'The Junior C ladies football team were very unlucky in losing today against St.Nathy's, Ballaghaderreen. A great game despite the tricky conditions, a goal towards the end of the second half for Nathy's proved to be the difference as they ran out 2 point winners.'
TY Lough Allen Camping Trip:
TY had an overnight trip to Lough Allen last Thursday. A huge thank you the instructors in Lough Allen for Guiding us over the two days. Also thanks to Mr Flynn, Mr McWeeney, Mr Martin, Savannah and Tracey for all their help with the students a of course to the TY coordinator Ms Noone for organising.
Third Year Retreat:
The third year students had their Retreat Day in Knock on Monday 7th October.
The students participated in a range of workshops and got a tour of the Knock Shrine and the Basilica. Students also got to see the Knock Museum and take home some holy water from the taps. They had a very enjoyable and spiritual day🙏
Junior D Ladies GAA:
Hard luck to our Junior D ladies footballers who were defeated by a very strong St. Joesph’s, Charlestown side today. The girls worked hard throughout the game, showing great determination. Well done to our goal scorers Grace Cullen & Ciara Cooke.
University of Galway Open Day:
5th & 6th year students from ACC at University of Galway Open Day on Friday 4th October.
Thanks to Career Guidance teacher Ms. O Roarke for organising.
School News 30th September 2024
1st Year Boys GAA:
A massive congratulations to the 1st Year football team from Abbey Community College who went unbeaten in their first-year Blitz at The Dome, Connacht GAA Centre of Excellence during the week! An incredible performance from both teams, showing great skill and determination. We’re proud of each and every one of you! 🏐
Next up, we kick off our first competitive game of the year in the Roscommon League, taking on Scoil Mhuire Strokestown away next Tuesday, 1st October. Best of luck to the team – let’s keep the momentum going! 💪
Also, a big thank you to our helpers in transition year for all your work on the day!
1st Year Cookery:
Ms.Wallaces first year Home Economics students made delicious Sponge Cakes in their cookery class this week. Well done
Junior C Girls GAA:
Congratulations to the Junior C ladies GAA team who got their season off to a great start with a win over Scoil Mhuire, Strokestown during the week.. ACC were dominant throughout the game with all members of the squad contributing to a very impressive win.
Senior Girls GAA:
A super win for our senior ladies GAA during the week v Ballyhaunis! Well done girls & their superb coaches!
Junior D Girls GAA:
Well done to our Junior D ladies football team who had a comprehensive win over Roscommon CC this week. This was an excellent display of football with all members of the panel contributing to a great win. Well done girls!
6th Year Geography Trip:
Our 6th Geography students completed their field study at Glencar Waterfall today where they investigated the impact of transportation and deposition on the shaping of a meander in a fluvial environment.
Thank you to the staff at Field Studies Ireland for facilitating it. We are grateful to Ms. Corcoran, Leaving Cert Geography teacher for organising the trip and Patricia for accompanying.
2nd Year Lifeskills:
‘Ms Rooney’s 2nd Year Life Skills class had a blast performing with Boomwhackers this week, Working on rhythm and teamwork skills.’