Category Archives: Second Year

First and Second Year Students run in the World Marathon Challenge

Posted on October 12, 2019 by eileengavin

First and second year students that took part in the World Marathon Challenge. They completed the 26.2 miles in a time of 2 hours 24 mins and 16 seconds. Well done to all involved.

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Information for Parents of Junior Cycle Students

Posted on October 2, 2019 by eileengavin

Information for Parents of 2nd Year Junior Cycle Students: (Click to Download PDF) Information for Parents of 3rd Year Junior Cycle Students: (Click to Download PDF)

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Information Night for 2nd and 3rd Year Parents

Posted on October 1, 2019 by vourneengavinbarry

Parents of Second and Third Year students information night on Monday 14th October at 7:00 pm. It is to explain changes to Junior Cycle Assessment, Classroom Based Assessments and Assessment Tasks, as well as to answer any questions parents may … Continue reading →

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Student Awards: Second Years

Posted on June 6, 2019 by vourneengavinbarry

Awards 2019 2nd Year Word millionaire- certs presented by Ms White to all classes. James 2G and Jennifer Joan Joseph Rang Jamesto be presented by Ms Hannon with certs for the following:  Each student to be called up once and … Continue reading →

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2nd Year French Students

Posted on May 17, 2019 by eileengavin

2nd Year French students enjoying reading their French language magazines to develop their literacy and comprehension skills.

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2nd Year Tour to Barcelona

Posted on May 14, 2019 by eileengavin

On Tuesday May 7th, The day finally arrived that 35 of our Second Year students along with Ms Ryan, Ms Hennessy, Mr O’Leary and Mr Russell would set off to the beautiful city of Barcelona. Our flight departed from Dublin … Continue reading →

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World Tang Soo Do Championships

Posted on April 30, 2019 by eileengavin

Congratulations to Caitlin McKinney (Second Year Student) who won Gold and Silver at the World Tang Soo Do Championships held in Wales during Easter.

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Desmond College Literacy Week 2019, April 8th -12th

Posted on April 5, 2019 by eileengavin
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Student Enterprise 2019

Posted on April 3, 2019 by eileengavin

50 different mini-companies from 16 different schools across Limerick City & County descended on the South Court Hotel on March 26th for the annual Limerick Enterprise Office – Student Enterprise Awards. Desmond College was represented by 1st Years, Tara Danaher … Continue reading →

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Ladies Basketball

Posted on February 22, 2019 by eileengavin

On Tuesday 12th Feb Desmond College Ladies basketball teams under the management of Ms Creed played Killmallock in Desmond College. The First Year team had a comprehensive win while the Second Year team showed outstanding teamwork and commitment but were … Continue reading →

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Numeracy Week in Desmond College 14th – 18th January 2019

Posted on January 30, 2019 by eileengavin

Magician Leon put on a magic show today for some of the first and second years as part of Numeracy Week in Desmond College. He even got some of the teachers involved. Some of Desmond College First and Second Year … Continue reading →

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Limerick South West Girls Basketball League

Posted on January 15, 2019 by eileengavin

On Tuesday 8th January, Desmond College girls basketball teams took part in the Limerick South West Girls Basketball League under the management of Ms Catherine Creed. Our First and Second-year teams both beat Askeaton and our Cadette team had two … Continue reading →

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Desmond College Finalists in
the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition 2019

Posted on January 11, 2019 by eileengavin

Students involved: Fiona Kelly & Kayla McMahon Year: Transition Year Title of Project: Eye in the Cab Category: Intermediate Technology Group Teachers involved: Mr Donal Enright Details: Agriculture is a huge part of the life of the people of Ireland. … Continue reading →

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the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition 2019

Parent Teacher Meetings

Posted on January 9, 2019 by eileengavin

Thursday 17th January 1st and 2nd year P/T Meeting. Thursday 14th February LCA1 and 5th year P/T Meeting.

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Rugby News

Posted on December 18, 2018 by eileengavin

Desmond College’s First-year and Second-year boys took part in a rugby match with Colaiste Mhuire Askeaton as part of the Emerging School’s Programme in connection with Munster Rugby. Well done to all involved. Some excellent standout performances on the first … Continue reading →

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