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12 TOPIC • 8 June, 2023 CLASS OF 2023 FEATURE Farewell to the Class of 2023 ST MARY’S SECONDARY SCHOOL On, Wednesday, 24 May, we bid farewell to the class of 2023, enjoying an action-packed morning of fun and games before gathering in our school gym for a very special Graduation evening with the theme ‘Our Time to Bloom’. Handcrafted blooms representing every graduate featured as a fitting backdrop to the special occasion which began with a graduation mass led by Fr Liam Lawton and concluded with presentations and speeches. Prefect Shauna Comerford welcomed the invited guests. “We gather here this evening to remember, to pray, to hope, and to dream. We want to thank our families, friends, teachers, and staff of St. Mary’s for a wonderful 6 years. We are joyful in moving forward but sad to leave a lot behind. We look ahead in hope as we prepare to bloom”. Principal Emmet McDonnell spoke warmly to the class of 2023 saying “as Principal, one of the many significant things I witnessed during your years here was the support you offered for one another, friendships, tolerance, and understanding. This is by far the most important attribute – not medals or trophies. It is how you deal with others and show respect to others and to yourself. That is the character we and your parents love to see. That’s what makes us most proud.” Chair of the prefects, Ultan McIntyre gave the keynote speech on the evening and made a special presentation to the 6th year head Ms Hourigan, paying warm tribute to her kindness, dedication, and unending support shown for all students in her care. Concluding the evening, Mr McDonnell added “We are so happy for you, excited about all the possibilities ahead of you. There is so much you can achieve. Choose wisely. Aim high but act cautiously. This is not the end of your journey it is merely the beginning of the next chapter. You have the rest of your life before you – go and be the best that you can be.” Graduation student Jonathan Adedeji pictured with Principal Emmett McDonnell. Ultan McIntyre, Barry Dowling, Kian Dixon, Ben Whelehan, Dylan Byrne, Don Birmingham, Luke O’Connor, Paidi Farrell and Eoin Smith. Amy Dalton, Migle Matulionyte, Aaron Kennedy, Ruby Foran and Mark Forde ready to make presentations. Fr Liam Lawton pictured at the graduation with St Mary’s teachers Aoife Cosgrove and John Lawton. Head Prefect Ultan McIntyre addressing the parents and teachers during the graduation ceremony. All smiles at their graduation were Shauna Comerford, Ruby Foran and Kate Maher. Olivia Craig pictured at her graduation with her parents Sandra and Colin Craig.
TOPIC • 8 June, 2023 Farewell to the Class of 2023 CLASS OF 2023 FEATURE 13 ..Be The Best That You Can Be.. Pictured at their graduation in St Mary’s Secondary school are Declan Boyhan, Abi Quinn, Sophie Coghlan and Conor Bannon. Natalia Piotrowska and Rewan Eledkawy pictured with Margaret Hourigan and Principal Emmet McDonnell. Conor Boyne was among the students who graduated and is pictured with Principal Emmett McDonnell. Pictured on their graduation are Ria Kenny, Emily McKeon, Zoe Kelly and Anneliese Von Engelbrechten. Ciara Howick, Ellen Moore and Elyse Halligan were among the students who graduated from St Mary’s. Ríona Loughrey is pictured at St Mary’s graduation with Roisin McCann. Pictured at the St Mary’s graduation were Liam McGrath, Roisin McCann, Lorna Heavey and Margaret Hourigan. Milana Laukaityte was delighted to have her photo taken with School Principal Emmett McDonnell. Pictured with teacher Lorna Heavey are Aislinn McAuliffe and Isabelle Thompson. Bouncy Castle Fun for the 6th Year group on Graduation Day. 6th Year Chloe Sullivan made a presentation to year head Ms Margaret Hourigan. Bouncy Castles were just some of the activities on 6th year Fun Day. 6th Year Fun Day.
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