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School News 1st December 2025
U16 Girls Basketball:
Congrats to our u16 girls basketball squad who have just qualified for the regional final after an excellent win away to Loreto College Milford, Co. Donegal. Final scoreline ACC Boyle 40 v Milford 32. Well done girls and best of luck in the final.
Katie Flanagan (6), Grace Healy (10), Freya Fitzpatrick (2), Lorea Carasa (12), Katie Conroy (8), Lauren Gilligan (2), Blathnaid Kilroy, Clodagh Sweeney, Shayla Lannon, Colette Coyle, Sally McGowan, Sophie McDermottroe, Amy Neary Ellie Lynam, Chloe Gilligan, Aisling Cooke, Kate Curry.
Music in the Classroom 2025 – National Concert Hall, Dublin:
Our Senior Music students from ACC attended a fantastic performance and lecture today at the National Concert Hall. The event, presented by the National Symphony Orchestra of Ireland, offered an engaging and insightful exploration of their Leaving Certificate set work, “Symphonie Fantastique” by Berlioz.
A thoroughly enjoyable and informative experience for all—students gained a deeper understanding of the music, the story behind it, and the orchestration brought to life on stage.
A huge thank-you to the presenters and musicians for such an inspiring session and to musicians teachers Ms. Hannon and Ms. Kenny for accompanying them.
Senior Girls GAA:
Hard luck to our senior girls who lost to Headford in their final match of the season this week. They fought hard but it wasnt to be.
A special mention to our Leaving Cert players who played their final Gaelic match for the school today !
Thank you to Ms.Corcoran and Nicola who accompanied the girls this season.
Terry Fox Foundation:
Damien Regan on behalf of the Terry Fox foundation and the Irish cancer society received a cheque from some Abbey community college students to the value of €561. Thanks to Niall Flynn for organising the school walk/run this year. Well done to all involved.
U15 Girls Soccer:
Our U15 girls had a tough battle against a strong Claremorris side. After having the majority of the chances early in the 1st half they went behind to a good Claremorris goal from Bonnie Walshe.
The Abbey girls responded well and Aoife McGrath ran onto a through ball to round the keeper and score the equaliser.
After great play in the 2nd half, Freya Fitzpatrick and Keela Gavican went close but it wasnt to be. Some great saves from Ciara Cooke meant both sides had to settle with a point each.
Abbey U15s face Colaiste na Coiribe in their last group game to try and qualify for the semi finals
Pauline & Bunnie Jones Scholarship:
Congratulations to Seonaid Cregg, LC student of 2025 from Abbey Community College who received last Thursday an Excellence Scholarship Award ( The Pauline and Bunnie Jones Scholarship) from the University of Galway in recognition of her outstanding Leaving Cert results.
Fantastic achievement !
Seonaid is pictured with Professor David Burn, President of University of Galway and her Parents.
Pauline and Bunnie Jones Scholarship
The ‘Pauline & Bunnie Jones Scholarship’ was established to promote excellence and celebrate academic achievement in secondary schools in Co. Roscommon.
Awarding Criteria:
The scholarships will be awarded to students who demonstrate academic excellence in their Leaving Certificate and progress to undergraduate studies at University of Galway.
Four scholarships will be awarded based on the highest Leaving Certificate scores achieved in any one year.
The award will be limited to a maximum of one medical student only per year.
Christmas Stocking Making in Home Economics Class:
Ms. Wallace's 2nd Year Home Economics Class have been working on their Christmas Stockings, learning the new skills of the sewing machine in the process. Well done to you all on these beautiful festive creations!
School News 24th November 2025
U14 Girls GAA:
Our u14 girls played Castlerea Community School on 17-11-25.
ACC girls got off to a good start with some excellent scores coming from the forwards. After some hard work from our goalie and backline, Castlerea had no chance of a score, and some terrific play from our midfielders had ACC on top at the break. Half Time Score. ACC - 3:11 CCS - 0:0 The second half began with Castlerea not dropping their heads and kept pushing. ACC continued their lead with an excellent performance throughout the half with super play from the backs to deny Castlerea scoring chances once again. There was marvellous play from the midfield to get more scores on the board from the forwards. The girls played outstanding football which now has them with 2/2 wins in the competition . Full Time Score. ACC - 6:11 CCS - 3:2
The girls now play St. Nathys in their next game.
Match report by Caitlin Kennedy
ISTA Science Quiz:
Congratulations to our 6th year students who took part in the annual ISTA senior science quiz in ATU Sligo this evening. The team came in 4th place and were recipients of fabulous spot prizes!
Thanks to our wonderful science teacher Mr. Coman for all his work with our students.
1st Year Boys GAA:
1st year boys played their first competitive game during thr week against Strokestown. Well done to all involved!
A Huge Thank You to Our Talented ACC Art Students!
We’re incredibly proud of our amazing art students Ellen McDonagh, Grace Murphy, Dearbhla Brennan & Saoirse Leavy Garvey, who generously gave their time and creativity to paint a stunning skyline backdrop for Boyle Musical Society’s upcoming production of “Curtains.”
Their hard work and artistic flair have truly brought the stage to life — well done to everyone involved!
Best of luck to our staff members Ms. Hannon and Ms. Rooney, who will be taking to the stage from Wednesday 19th to Saturday 22nd November. Break a leg!
Connacht Champion Dancers!
Congratulations and well done to our 2 students Eleanor Reilly and Charlee Cross bringing home 3 cups between them from the Connacht Championships in Castlebar over the weekend.
Eleanor 1st place and U13 Connacht Champion and their ceile teams placing 1st and 3rd dancing for O'Neill Blake School of Irish Dance.
Young SVP:
Helen Ralph returned to ACC this week came to facilitate a workshop on poverty with our Fifth Year Young SVP students. Helen will be working with this group over the coming weeks through her delivery of the Young SVP Programme 🙌 We look forward to engaging as always with the local Boyle Conference of SVP during the year in promoting the work of SVP in Education, Befriending, Fundraising and Supporting those in need in the community.
School News 17th November 2025
John Paul II Awards:
A night of Celebration was had on Monday of Joy and Hope- filled with praise for our St. John Paul the Second Award recipients. We are grateful for nights like this where students can truly shine . A group of 24 travelled to Summerhill College in Sligo on Monday night and all received their Gold and Silver awards with one leaving cert student Ciara Duffy accepting her Papal Cross award . The speech of the night was delivered by Isobelle Harding, hugely proud of her Gold Award . We were hanging on her every word . Well done Izzy. The ‘one and only Rossie’ Paddy Jo Burke spoke very well and gave great encouragement to our students . We are grateful to Deacon Seamus Talbot who organises and Co-ordinates the John Paul II awards in Elphin along with the valuable support of Bishop Kevin And the Order of the Knights of St. Columbanus.
Team Hope Shoebox Appeal:
Ms McManemys first year Religion class dropped off the Team Hope shoeboxes this week. It was wonderful to see so many donations that will help bring joy to children this Christmas.
Well done to our staff and our students for supporting this great cause.
🎨🌆 A Huge Thank You to Our Talented ACC Art Students! 🌆🎨
We’re incredibly proud of our amazing art students who generously gave their time and creativity to paint a stunning skyline backdrop for Boyle Musical Society’s upcoming production of “Curtains.” 🎭✨
Their hard work and artistic flair have truly brought the stage to life — well done to everyone involved! 👏
Best of luck to our staff members Ms. Hannon and Ms. Rooney, who will be taking to the stage from Wednesday 19th to Saturday 22nd November. Breqk a leg! 💫🎶
6th Year Apprenticeship Event:
Thank you to Elphin CC for inviting our 6th Year students to their apprenticeship event this morning. The students had the opportunity to sample electrical, construction, bricklaying, plumbing, carpentry and welding apprenticeships.
Dqiry Testing:
Cheese and milk tasting in Ms. Noone’s 2nd Year Home Ec class this week.
Students explored the cost, flavour, and nutritional value of different dairy products — a fun and tasty way to learn about making informed food choices! 👩🍳
Young SVP:
The Wonderful Helen Ralph from Young SVP came to the school today helping our members in Fifth Year to think about projects they can put in place . Exciting few weeks ahead . We are so grateful to Helen and the our local SVP conference here in Boyle for their continued support and encouragement of our young people!
School News 26th October 2025
Home Economics:
Ms McManemys 2nd year class demonstrated all the culinary skills they have learned this term by making chocolate cakes in class today.
Ms. Wallace's 1st year Home Economics Class showed off their baking skills by making 2 and 3 layer sponge cakes
TY Trip to Dublin!
An early start on wednesday morning as our TY students set off by train to Dublin for a fun and creative day out! They took part in a Pictour of Dublin, exploring the city’s landmarks while learning new photography skills and capturing some amazing shots along the way.
After a great session around the city centre, there was some well-deserved time for shopping before we caught the train back home.
A big thank you to Mr Patton, Ms O’Neill, Mr McWeeney, Miriam, and Ms Noone for accompanying the students and making the day such a success!
Junior Camogie:
Hard luck to our junior camogie team who were defeated by a very strong Clarin College side on Tuesday 21st October.
Intellectual Disability Nursing Talk:
Thank you to Carol Doherty, Nurse Practice Development Coordinator with the HSE, who delivered a very informative talk on Intellectual Disability Nursing to our students yesterday!
Saturday Night in Croker:
ACC goes on tour to the home of Gaelic to watch Leinster Vs Munster, a full day shopping and celeb spotting from TikTokkers to former internationals an amazing day was had. This tour now brings the number of students who have attended provincial and international rugby games with the school to over 500 a great achievement in such a short space of time. Brilliant day out and hopefully more to come. Special thanks to Mr MacRory and Ms McManus for going with the students. Finally thanks to Mr Flynn for organising the trips.
Tour d'Irlande - Erasmus plus - French exchange
From the 11th of October to the 18th of October; French students from St Paul ( Vannes, Bretagne) stayed with their LC Irish penpals.
During their visit, they participated to the Terry Fox Run/Walk, visited Sligo, went to Arigna Minining experience ,etc
They attended classes with our 5th Year French students to discover the Irish education system. They also spent time with our students to help them with their French.
We would like to take the opportunity to thank the ACC students and staff, as well as the irish families to make them at home
Ms Corcoran and Ms Perrigué
6th Year LCA Rewards Day!
Our 6th Year LCA students enjoyed a well-deserved rewards day after receiving their Year 1 results!
They spent the day at Carrick Entertainment enjoying some exciting go-karting and plenty of fun with friends!
A big thank you to Ms. Noone and Nicola for organising such a fantastic day!
Open Night Poster Competition:
The runners up and the winner (Malachy) pictured with their prizes for the open night poster competition. The poster featured on the school social media and website has been designed by Malachy. Well done to all students who entered and especially to those pictured!
School News 19th October 2025
Art Trip Inspiration!
Our 5th and 6th Year Art students enjoyed a fantastic visit to the Niland Gallery today for the Jack B. Yeats exhibition.
They had the opportunity to explore Yeats’ remarkable work up close — discovering his expressive brushwork, vibrant colour, and deep connection to Irish life and landscape. It was an inspiring day full of creativity, discussion, and artistic appreciation!
A huge thank you to the Niland Gallery team for such a warm welcome and insightful exhibition.
Terry Fox Run:
Well done to our staff and students who raised €560 for ‘The Terry Fox Run, Walk , Roll ‘ Fundraiser . In particular our visiting students from St Paul School in France who won prizes for their run. Shout out to Mr. Fitzmaurice who was the first staff member home. Thanks to Garda Deirdre Coleman who accompanied us today.
Start of Year School Mass:
Well done to our staff , students and their parents , and grandparents’ who attended our Beginning of year school Mass today in St Joseph’s Church which was celebrated by Fr Jonas .
Massive thank you to our chaplain Ms. Moynihan for her hard word in planning this event and for her inspirational words during the ceremony.
Our choir led by Ms. Hannon set the tone with a beautiful rendition of ‘I Watch the Sunrise’ . Our leaving certs Ciara and Clara read the introduction highlighting the Season of Creation which was the theme of this year’s mass. Our readers , soloists and musicians have Micheal Harrington to thank for assisting without sound on the day.
A number of our John Paul 2 students read prayers and readings. They will receive their award in November from Bishop Doran. With gratitude everyone who helped with our mass.
Halloween Cake Competition:
The annual cake competition is back 👻 It will take place on Wednesday the 22nd of October for all students! Students are to make and decorate a Halloween themed cake and drop it to rm4 for 9am. There are lots of prizes to be won for both junior and senior categories. We cannot wait to see your boo-tifully baked cakes this year
TY PERCUSSION WORKSHOP:
Our TYs had an incredible drumming workshop today, learning how to work together to create amazing percussion, harmony, and rhythm! It turns out we have some very impressive performers in our class! Ms. Noone even got in on the action!
A huge thank you to Lili, our wonderful facilitator, who led us all morning. Our students really enjoyed every beat — thank you, Lili!
Senior Camogie:
Well done to our senior camogie team who defeated Merlin College in the second round of their championship during the week.
National Services Day:
TY students attended the national services day with our local Gardai John & Deirdre during the week. They gained great insight into the many services that are provided on both a local and a national level.
Junior Camogie:
Our junior camogie team attended a Connacht Schools Blitz in the Centre of Excellence last week. They had 3 great victories over St. Joseph’s, Castlebar, Archbishop McHale College and Sancta Maria College, Louisburgh! Well done girls!
School News 10th October 2025
Junior Camogie:
Our junior camogie team attended a Connacht Schools Blitz in the Centre of Excellence today. They had 3 great victories over St. Joseph’s, Castlebar, Archbishop McHale College and Sancta Maria College, Louisburgh! Well done girls!
TY Team Building Day at Lough Key
Our Transition Year students had a fantastic day today in Lough Key, taking part in exciting team-building activities with Zipit and P Mac Kayaking! From zip lines to kayaking challenges, students faced their fears, built resilience, and strengthened friendships along the way.
A huge thank you to Ms Fahy and Mr Farrell, our TY Yearheads, as well as Ms McManus and Ms Noone for accompanying the students and joining in on the fun. It was a brilliant day out filled with laughter, teamwork, and adventure!
ACC Guitar Club
Guitar Club is on every Tuesday at Lunchtime in room 7 (the Music Room). All year groups and all levels from total beginner onwards, are welcome!
We currently have 6 school guitars available (3 classical and 3 acoustic including 1 left handed) and pupils may bring in their own and leave it in music room in the morning.
So if you play or are interested in learning then come along. It's a great opportunity to practice, share skills, knowledge and have some fun.
Cookery:
Ms.McGraths 3rd years have been busy in cookery class the past few weeks cooking delicious dishes. Well done everyone 🧑🍳
Freudenberg Medical Tour:
Thank you to Freudenberg Medical in Carrick-on-Shannon for inviting our students to World Manufacturing Day. The students enjoyed a very informative talk and tour of the facility!
Computer Aided Design:
The CAD (Computer Aided Design) and 3D printing club is returning this week, taking place every Thursday in room 34 at lunchtime. Students are given the opportunity to learn how to use 3D CAD packages such as SolidWorks and Onshape to model designs. Students can then use a 3D printer to transform their design into 3D objects. The club is open to students from all years and no previous design experience is required. Students can sign up at the noticeboard outside room 14 or by speaking to Mr. Farrell
School News 2nd October 2025
Breast Cancer Ireland:
On Tuesday 3oth of September Rachel Fitzgerald-Feely came to speak to our Transition Year students about Breast Cancer Awareness.
She educated our students on the signs and symptoms to look out for and the importance of making time to check themselves. We learned that 1 in 7 will be diagnosed with breast cancer in their lifetime and that 23% of all women diagnosed with breast cancer in Ireland are between 20-50 years of age. Drawing on her own personal experience, Rachel discussed with us how knowing the 8 signs and symptoms to look out for, and making time to check your breasts each month, could save your life.
#maketime2check www.BreastCancerIreland.com
Camogie:
Well done to our Junior Camogie team who defeated Woodford in the opening round of their competition during the week.
Mentor Meet Ups!
‘ Mentor Meet Ups’ are continuing once a week ..Thanks to our Fifth Years and TYs who are working hard supporting our First Years with their bug transition from primary to secondary school. Thanks to our chaplain Ms. Moynihan for organising and facilitating these sessions.
Senior Girls GAA:
On Friday 26th of September the Senior Girls football team played St.Nathys Ballaghaderreen. The game got off to a slow start until Aoibhínn Tonry scored a great goal in the 6th minute. ACC displayed great defending and a great block from Róisín Candon denied Nathys a score. After some great play around the middle of pitch, Grace Carty, Áine Donoghue and Shauna McGrath scored points each.
The half time score left the teams level 2:9 to 3:5.
After some excellent defending from Anna Carty and Grace McCawley, lovely play from the midfielders and some well taken scores from the forwards, ACC then took the lead and never let St.Nathys back into the game. The game ended with ACC winning on a score line of 6:12 to 5:8.
The girls now face Ballyhaunis on Monday – best of luck girls!
Team: Amy Brogan, Nicole Scally, Grace McCawley, Róisín Candon, Rachel Sweeney, Anna Carty, Annie O Connor, Ruth Killoran, Gráinne Sweeney, Aoibhínn Tonry, Shauna McGrath, Áine Donoghue, Katie Conroy, Aoife O’ Donnell, Grace Carty. Julianne Moore, Riadh Casey, Rachel Sheerin, Orlaith Callaghan, Georgina Wynne, Ella Fitzpatrick, Chloe Scott, Alanna Cooney, Amy O’ Donohoe, Róisín Costello, Adriana Berzanska, Rachel Carroll, Aoife Healy, Rachel Flynn, Dearbhla McDonald, Rebecca McDermott.
Thank you to Chloe and Caitlin for a great match report.
First Year Cookery:
Getting off to a great start…1st yr Home Ec Students made tasty treats in their cookery classes this week. Well done to all involved
School News 18th September 2025
Stay Safe Stay Sober:
Monday saw a visit from our Community Garda Tanya Duffy and WRDTAF outreach worker Gillian Conway giving the Stay Safe Stay Sober talk to our TY and 5th Year students awaiting their Junior Cycle results in early October. We appreciate the time they both took answering questions and relaying important information for our students in relation to harm reduction on nights out. Thank you to Western Region Drug and Alcohol Task Force and An Garda Síochána
Home Economics:
These hats were back on for many of our Home economics students as they begin their cookery modules. Among them this week were Ms. Wallace's 2nd year Home Economics class practicing their chopping skills today making a healthy fruit salad.
ACC St Michael's Winners:
Congratulations to the ACC girls represented on the Under 14 Girls panel who won the Division 2B Championship Final against Michael Glaveys on Sunday on a 9-9 to 5-2 .👏👏👏👏
Senior Geography Field Study:
Our 6th Geography students completed their field study at Glencar Waterfall during the week where they investigated the impact of erosion and transportation on the shaping of a meander in a fluvial environment.
Thank you to the staff at Field Studies Ireland for facilitating it.
Rugby AT ACC:
Abbey Community College returned to rugby training on Tuesday with help from two new coaches Micheál Glennon and Sam Atumonyogo. Over 60 players out, should be a good season. Thanks to Michaél & Sam for giving their time to assist.
Man Utd Trip:
Our 2nd & 3rd Year students enjoyed an unforgettable trip to Old Trafford, Manchester, to watch Manchester United take on Burnley on Saturday 30th August. The game finished 3–2 to United, much to the delight of our students… even the non-United supporters! 😂
It was a fantastic trip with everyone experiencing the excitement and atmosphere of a live Premier League match.
Mr. Seoighe would like to extend a big thank you to Ms. Farrell, Mr. Mac Rory, Mr. Keegan, and Mr. McKeon for their support in making the trip such a success #GGMU 🇾🇪 ⚽️
School News 11th September 2025
Young SVP:
Helen Ralph visited during the week to encourage our 5th year students to join Young St. Vincent de Paul Young SVP. Helen will return to continue with a set of workshops for all students involved in the coming weeks . 28 students have signed up so gar and we encourage as many as possible to get involved.
Stay Safe Stay Sober:
Monday saw a visit from our Community Garda Tanya Duffy and WRDTAF outreach worker Gillian Conway giving the Stay Safe Stay Sober talk to our TY and 5th Year students awaiting their Junior Cycle results in early October. We appreciate the time they both took answering questions and relaying important information for our students in relation to harm reduction on nights out.Western Region Drug and Alcohol Task Force An Garda Síochána
1st Year Camogie:
Well done to our 1st Year camogie team who participated in a 1st Year Connacht Blitz in the Centre of Excellence today. The girls had a competitive performance against a strong St Raphael’s team and enjoyed two great wins over Clarin College & Calasanctius College.
Senior Camogie;
Well done to our senior camogie team who secured a draw in the opening round of their competition today. Abbey CC 2-6, Cois Fharraige 1-9.
Worldskills Day:
Our 5th and 6th years had a brilliant time at the worldskills event in Dublin last week. It was an excellent opportunity for students to explore different career pathways and gain insight into apprenticeships and trades in Ireland.
1st Year Cookery:
Getting off to a great start…Our 1st year Home Ec Students made tasty treats in their various home economics classes during the week. Well done everyone 🌟
Afternoon concert in King's House:
Our second year students enjoyed an impromptu concert in the beautiful King House on Wednesday afternoon. Students were entertained by 'Interractions-Chamber music from Romania and Ireland' Selected works by Romanian and Irish composers were presented alongside iconic pieces from the classical repertoire.
A huge thank you to Tish Golden from King House for inviting our students!
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