Presidential Candidate Visit

 On Friday morning last the school had a surprise visit from Presidential candidate, Sean Gallagher. On his arrival Mr. Gallagher was greeted by members of the student council before briefly addressing sixth year students. Welcoming Mr. Gallagher, Acting Prinicpal, Mr. Butler wished him well in the Presidential campaign and reminded him that the last signature in the visitors’ book at the school was that of President Mc Aleese.  In his address to sixth year students, Mr. Gallagher urged them to concentrate on the things they could achieve and not be concerned with obstacles. He spoke of how as a young primary school student, it appeared  because of his visual impairment that his life’s chances would be severely limited, and yet a week ago he was able to hand in his nomination paper to run for the Presidency of Ireland.

 Master Chef Ireland Finalist

 Well done to past-pupil, Bridín Jones on her phenomenal achievement in reaching the final of the first ever “Master Chef Ireland” competition. As a student at Our Lady’s Bridín was an all-round achiever but showed particular talent as a cook under  the supervision of Home Economics teacher, Mrs Mary Meagher, when she won the Board Iascaigh Mhara Cookery competition in 2000.  Congratulations to Bridín and to her family on Bridín’s  wonderful achievement in the competition.

Camogie

Well done to the senior camogie team who recorded a  convincing victory  over Presentation, Waterford at Templemore Town park on  Wednesday last. In spite of being understrength due to the involvement of some players in the Transition Year trip to Dublin, Our Lady’s girls played well and were worthy winners.

Kinane Cup

The  Kinane Cup team suffered a surprise defeat at the hands of a very strong Bandon team at Ballygiblin on Wednesday.  Our Lady’s had many chances to take control of the game but shot too many wides. In time added on the game was still in the balance with Our Lady’s trailing by one point. Then a goal for Bandon, against the run of play left Templemore with too much to do, the game ending with a final score of 1-17 to 0-15. Thanks to Mr. Gerry Ryan and Mr. Shane Dolan who trained the team.

Pitch and Putt

Hard luck to the Pitch and Putt team who took part in the Munster Schools’ finals at Tipperary on Wednesday. Unfortunately, none of the players qualified for the All Ireland stages of the competition in spite of playing very well. Thanks to Ronan Loughnane of Templemore Pitch and Putt club who entered the teams and to parents who provided transport and supervision.

Transition Year

On Wednesday last, Transition Year students and 5^th Year Music students, accompanied by Ms. Johnston and Mr Purcell travelled to Dublin to attend “Mamma Mia”.  They just had time to fit in a visit to Dublin Zoo before attending the show. For music and non-music students alike “Mamma Mia” was a thoroughly inspiring  and enjoyable experience.