Schools notes

St Joseph's College Lucan

Under 16 football: Well done to our under 16 Gaelic football team who had a good win against Lucan Community College last week in their first game of the year.

Romanian Ambassador visit: Last week in the school we were honoured to have a visit from Laurentiu-Mihai Stefan, the Romanian Ambassador to Ireland. He spoke to our TY students about Romanian culture and the links between the two countries, before enjoying some traditional Romanian dishes with students.

Junior Camogie: Well done to our junior camogie team who had a brilliant win in their first championship game against Loreto, Swords.

Religion retreat: Our 2nd year students Religion teachers and SNAs undertook a pilgrimage Glendalough last week. 174 students and teachers retraced the steps of St. Kevin around the lakes, Round Tower and the Cairns on our Retreat .There was fun, laughter and a lot of steps . Thank you to our Religion Department for leading the retreat Ms Whelan, Ms McMahon, Ms Carey and for all staff who made it a special day for all

Uniform collection: The Parents' Association is organising a school uniform collection to help families pass on good-quality, outgrown uniforms. They are collecting school jumpers, kilts, coats and PE tops, provided they are clean and in good condition. Donations can be dropped to the school on Friday 2nd October and Friday 9th October before12pm. Thank you for supporting this initiative and helping uniforms find a new home.

Senior Soccer: Well done to the senior soccer team who had a great win in their first league game on Wednesday. They beat St. Marys, Killester 6-0. The player of the match was Annalise Lovett. Goal of the match was scored by Aoife Doherty.

St. Joseph's College present MATILDA The Musical! We are delighted to announce that this year's Musical will be the very popular adaption of the Roald Dahl book, Matilda The Musical JR. For the first time in St. Joseph's, Matilda will come to our stage from Thursday 26th November - Sunday, 29th November 2026. It is sure to be a hit with musical audiences of all ages! As our TY students begin their auditions, dance & singing rehearsals, we will soon have ticket details available! Keep an eye on our school website www.stjosephslucan.com, as it is sure to be a sell out!

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St. Joseph's College Parents' Association

We are having our next meeting on Tuesday, the 13th of October at 8 pm in the Parish Centre.
New members are always welcome. Please come and join us.

Colaiste Phadraig

Lotto: We are delighted to announce the launch of a new School Lotto Fundraiser at Colaiste Phadraig CBS Lucan, providing an exciting opportunity for our school community to support the continued development of student experiences and opportunities.
All proceeds from the fundraiser will go directly towards supporting initiatives that benefit our students. Funds raised will help enhance the facilities, activities, resources and experiences available to students throughout their time in the school.
The success of any school fundraising initiative depends on the support and involvement of our wider school community. We hope that parents, guardians, staff, past pupils, friends and supporters of Colaiste Phadraig will get behind the initiative and help us make it a success.
Taking part is a simple way to support the school while contributing to projects that can have a meaningful and lasting impact on our students. Every contribution, no matter how large or small, can help us provide additional opportunities and enhance school life for our students.
Further information about the School Lotto Fundraiser, including details on how to get involved, is available through the school website https://www.colaistephadraiglucan.ie and our dedicated fundraiser page https://www.ourfundraiser.ie/org/colaistephadraig

1st yr news: As part of our Subject Taster Module, 1st yr students are getting a hands-on introduction to the practical side of Junior Cycle Wood Technology with Mr. Flynn. Students are currently creating their own personalised wooden door signs, developing practical skills while discovering the beauty and versatility of wood. The project begins with students learning basic marking-out skills before using a hand plane to shape and smooth the wood. Students are developing confidence, precision and control while learning to use hand tools safely and responsibly.
Each student can add their own personal touch. Their name is laser-cut into the wood, and they can choose how to colour and finish their sign. To complete the project, students use a pyrography pen to burn their name onto the back, creating a unique finish. The Subject Taster Module allows students to experience seven optional subjects over four weeks: Visual Art, German, French, Wood Technology, Home Economics, Engineering and Technical Graphics. By experiencing each subject and meeting the teachers, students can discover new interests and strengths before making their final choice of two subjects to study for Junior Cycle.

Music: The Music Club, under the guidance of Ms. Cooney, made a lively return this week, welcoming both new and familiar faces to Room 10 at lunchtime. Students from 1st to 6th yr joined the first meeting, bringing a wide range of musical interests and experiences.
The club aims to provide a welcoming and inclusive space for everyone who enjoys music, whether they play an instrument, sing, or simply love listening to music. A short questionnaire revealed a wonderfully diverse range of tastes, from folk, acoustic and pop to rock, hip hop and heavy metal. Students also took part in a fun 'Walking Debate', sharing their musical experiences and discovering common interests with their classmates.
Looking ahead, the club plans to create a shared playlist featuring members’ favourite artists and genres. There is also strong interest in developing guitar skills, singing and performing, with opportunities to showcase students’ talents throughout the year. The Music Club promises to be a fantastic space to listen, learn, create and connect through music.

Junior Cycle Results: We would like to wish all our students the very best of luck as they receive their Junior Cycle results on Wednesday 7th October.

Gaeilge: Congratulations to four of our Transition Year students, Ollie McCormack, Caoilin Reilly, Belal Abdelaal and Kyle McCormack, who have been selected to participate in Sle Anois go Curamach, an Irish-language quiz show on TG4.
Following a video submission and an online screen test, the students were delighted to learn that they had been selected to take part. They will travel to the Phoenix Park next Wednesday to record the programme, with three students forming the team and Kyle taking on the role of reserve.
Well done to all four students, and a special thanks to Mr Moran for his encouragement and support.

Football: Our 2nd yr football team enjoyed a comprehensive 11-21 to 0-4 win against St. Michaels College, Ailesbury Road on Tuesday in their opening group stage game of their Dublin League campaign. Eoghan Ware impressed in the full forward line with a remarkable 5-5, while Luke Whelan added another 4 goals. The team next face Colaiste Chiarain, Leixlip, where a win will secure top spot in the 3-team group. There are 6 groups in total and only the group winners will advance to the knockout phase of the competition.

Lucan Community College

We are delighted to announce that Lucan CC's Open Day will be held on Monday 5th October from 3:00-5:00pm. It is a great opportunity for students and their families to come in and see the school firsthand, explore the array of subjects we have on offer, and meet some of your potential future teachers. The Open Day is open to students in 5th and 6th Class and their families. We look forward to welcoming you all and giving you a taste of life here in Lucan CC!