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Big Brother,Big Sister Programme

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Nenagh College’s mentoring program kicked off today with a fun and friendly meet-and-greet! First Year students got matched up with senior cycle students from Transition Year and 5th Year as part of our Big Brother Big Sister initiative. This programme is all about giving 1st Years the support they need as they make the big leap from primary to secondary school. Plus, it’s a chance for both groups to boost their leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. The students will meet up once a week during their well being classes activities, including games, sports, arts and crafts, physical challenges, and skill-building sessions. It’s all about making connections, learning new things, and having a bit of fun together!

Leaving Cert Celebrations

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The Leaving Certificate Class of 2024 at Nenagh College has every reason to celebrate their outstanding achievements! Last Friday, the air was filled with optimism as students received their Leaving Cert results online via the Candidate Self Service Portal (CSSP). Their results surpassed their expectations , reflecting the hard work and determination they put into their studies. With points exceeding what they needed for their desired third-level courses, the students’ efforts truly paid off.
Last Wednesday afternoon saw the eagerly awaited CAO offers released, confirming places for students at prestigious universities and colleges across the country. Among the diverse range of courses, they secured are: (to name a few)
– Bachelor of Science: Biological and Biomedical Sciences at Trinity College Dublin
– Bachelor of Education in Primary School Teaching at Mary Immaculate College
– Bachelor of Commerce at the University of Galway
– Bachelor of Commerce in International Hotel Management at the University of Galway (Shannon School of Hotel Management)
– Bachelor of Arts in Law and Accounting, Bachelor of Arts Joint Honours,  Bachelor of Business Studies, Bachelor of Science in Chemical and Biological Sciences, Bachelor of Science in Computer Science at the University of Limerick
-Techonological University of the Shannon:
-Bachelor of Science in Biotechnology with Biopharmaceutical Science, Forensic & Pharmaceutical Science
-Bachelor of Engineering in Electrical Engineering
– Bachelor of Arts in Accounting and Finance
-Pharmacy Technician in Atlantic Technological University (ATU)
A special mention goes to our Leaving Certificate – four of whom scored an impressive 100%. Students have secured places on QQI/Further Education courses in Art Portfolio, Agriculture at Gurteen Agricultural College, Applied Social Studies, Pre-Paramedics, Pre-Nursing, Film Production. Some students are taking up QQI courses in Early Learning and Care, and Sports and Recreation at Nenagh College.
Additionally, a few students are already embarking on Phase 1 of their apprenticeship programmes, setting the foundation for their future careers.
The atmosphere was celebratory and full of hope, with teachers, senior management, Year Head, the LCA Programme Coordinator, and the Guidance Counsellor on hand to offer their support. The students are now confidently stepping into the next chapter of their educational journeys, with their chosen pathways clearly within reach.

Plant the Planet

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Former Nenagh College Student and current Tipperary hurling star, Barry Heffernan, receiving a cheque for €700 from school Principal, Damien Kennedy. Barry is taking part in the world “Plant the Planet” games in Kenya. A group of GAA players will take part in only the second ever All-Star, Male and Female game in Africa. This trip will include ‘Flight of the Swallows’ a group of musicians and dancers from Ireland (including many sports stars) who will participate in an authentic cross-cultural music and dance exchange with our Kenyan hosts. The target is for each participant to raise €10,000 by November. The  goal is to plant one million trees in Africa in partnership with Self Help Africa who have spent decades working closely with local farmers, communities and experts to be the best at what they do. Each tree  planted will represent a livelihood for an African family.
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