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Colaiste Phadraig
Continued from last week ....
Transition Year
The TY Graduation Ceremony, held in the Sports Hall on Wednesday 20th May, marked the culmination of a truly memorable year for the TY Class of 2026. Attended by students, families, staff, and friends, the evening celebrated a year filled with friendship, growth, leadership, and unforgettable experiences.
TY Coordinator Mr. Dunne opened proceedings with a heartfelt address reflecting on the purpose of Transition Year - encouraging students to grow in confidence, embrace new opportunities, and develop important life skills. He praised the students for the enthusiasm, maturity, and positivity they displayed throughout the year and acknowledged the strong support of school management, staff, and families.
Throughout the evening, students reflected on many of the highlights of the programme, including work experience placements, Community Week, fundraising events, driving lessons, hospitality training, rowing, photography, and numerous educational trips and outdoor activities. The wide range of experiences allowed students to develop confidence, teamwork, communication, leadership, and organisational skills while also creating lasting memories and friendships.
TY Student of the Year Callum Mackey with TY Co-ordinator Mr. Dunne and Programme co-ordinator Ms. Hunt
A number of students delivered excellent speeches describing their personal TY experiences, while musical performances by Michael Cooney and Callum O'Neill added a touching and emotional atmosphere to the celebration.
The Student Choice Awards and subject awards provided plenty of laughter and recognition, while special awards acknowledged achievement in areas such as inclusion, leadership, sustainability, CPR training, and work experience.
One of the highlights of the evening came with the presentation of the TY Student of the Year Award. Following thirteen nominations, Calum Mackey was announced as the overall recipient in recognition of his outstanding contribution, positivity, and leadership throughout the year.
The evening concluded with refreshments prepared by TY Home Economics students, bringing a fitting close to a hugely successful and rewarding Transition Year programme for the Class of 2026.
TY Graduation 2026
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