Confirmation

The pupils of 5th and 6th class made their Confirmation in Avoca on Friday 17th. The Archbishop Diarmuid Martin celebrated the Mass. A wonderful day was had and the pupils have done their school and families proud, not only on the day, but throughout all the preparation during the year. Well done all!!

Pictured with their certificates are - Cuan Beirne, Jade Kenny, Darren Lee, Abigail Byrne, Hannah Finnigan, Ella Brennan and Rachel Redmond. Stephen Tobin-Kelly (Absent)

The 5/6th Class pupils and their parents presented Ms Greene with a beautiful bouquet of flowers as a thank you gift on Monday. Thank you to all the children and their parents for their thoughtfulness, it was very much appreciated.

Confirmation 2017

Well done to the 5th and 6th class on doing Scoil San Eoin and their families proud on their Confirmation day. All pupils did a fantastic job in preparation for the day and this showed through their singing, Offertory Procession, Prayers of the Faithful and through the active and confident part they playeed in the whole ceremony. A huge thank you to the PA, especially Caroline Mooney and Nicole Keogh who helped in decorating the church and to all who contributed baked goods and treats. I hope all the pupils had lots of fun and have fond memories of their special day. Thank you to Claire Jenkinson for the lovely photos.

An Enjoyable Retreat!

The 5th and 6th class retreat day to Glendalough was a great success. The pupils enjoyed a very relaxed, enjoyable and informative tour around the beautiful scenery. They meditated and contemplated the ideas of Confirmation through the examples of stories of St Kevin. They finished the day by renewing their Confirmation commitment.  A huge thank you to Fr. Pat of Tearmann Spirituality Centre and Mrs. Behan for making the day so enjoyable. 

Confirmation Robes

Phelan-Conan the company looking after the Confirmation robes this year, will be coming to the school on Wednesday the 3rd May at approx 12.00am. They will bring with them samples of various sizes, and all the pupils will have a fitting for their robe. Parents/Guardians are welcome to come and choose a size for their child if they so wish. 

Confirmation Retreat

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The Confirmation class will be going on retreat to Glendalough on Friday 28th. The pupils will be leaving the school at 9.20 sharp and will be returning before 3pm. All pupils need to wear suitable clothing and footwear ( raincoat, runners, etc)  as there will be a lot of outdoor activities and walking around Glendalough. Pupils will need to bring a good packed lunch and extra drinks. Phones and Ipods are permitted once the pupil has written permission from parent/guardian and as usual it is the pupils responsibility on the day.  We are looking forward to a nice day of quiet and contemplation in preparation for the big day! 

Confirmation Photographer

Garrett Byrne Photography will be taking photographs on the day of the Confirmation either before or after the ceremony, in Avoca National School.  Envelopes have been sent home with all 5th and 6th class pupils. IF parents/guardians wish to get either family/single/group photographs taken, they must have the envelopes back into school for collection by Tuesday 25th April. All information and pricing is in the envelopes.