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2020-2030
National Awards, Stage Triumphs & European Glory
A Dynamic Era of Excellence and Community Spirit
The 2020s have seen Davitt College reach extraordinary new milestones, from acclaimed theatrical productions like Rock of Ages winning national awards, to students shining on the European martial arts stage and capturing All-Ireland sports titles.
Highlighted by a major €8.2m school investment, thriving Erasmus+ international exchanges, and leadership across STEM, arts, and civic life, this decade reflects our vibrant and growing school community.
Award-Winning Stage
Scoring 7 national awards for our hit production of Rock of Ages.
Continental & National Glory
European Taekwondo champions, All-Ireland tennis titles, and athletic medals.
Erasmus+ & Twinning
Celebrating 25 years of our vibrant German exchange and EU accreditation.
€8.2M Investment
Major school infrastructure expansion and university-level STEM passports.
Discover the 2020s
Select an academic year below to explore individual milestones, historical photos, original stage productions, and athletic triumphs.
Virtual Open Night 2021
Davitt College moved to a fully digital open night experience, providing prospective students an interactive insight into our extensive subject offerings.
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Trinity College Dublin Entrance Exhibition Award
Cathal Derrig (Class of 2020) was honored with a prestigious Trinity College Dublin Entrance Exhibition Award for his exceptional Leaving Certificate results.
Christmas Jumper Day Raises €724.94 for Hospice
Our Christmas Jumper Day successfully raised €724.94 for the Mayo Roscommon Hospice, thanks to our generous community.
Safer Internet Day 2021: #BeKindOnline
First-year students led a digital wellbeing campaign focused on responsible online behavior and kindness.
Phased Return to School (2021)
Following lockdown, the school implemented a structured, phased return for students from March 2021, supported by new examination guidelines.
Davitt College Winter Wonderland
TY students and staff collaborated on a festive wellbeing project, transforming the school into a Winter Wonderland to boost community spirit.
Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig!
Our 1st Year Traditional Music Group shared a beautiful virtual performance to celebrate our national holiday.
Rounders National Gold and Bronze
Davitt College students secured National Gold in the U15 category and National Bronze in the U13 tournament at the Community Games Finals.
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Leadership Transition
We bid a fond farewell to Principal Bernie Rowland and welcomed Mr. Conor O'Reilly to the helm of Davitt College.
€500 Raised for Hospice
Our Student Council organized a Christmas Jumper Day, raising €500 for the Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation.
Christmas Music Production
Our Music Department showcased a wonderful Christmas production to celebrate the 2021 festive season.
Concert Band Performance
The Castlebar Concert Band performed for our school community during the Winter Wonderland celebrations.
Improv National Short Film Winners
Transition Year students won First Prize in the Improv National Short Film Competition 2022, securing €1500 in equipment for the school.
Mental Health Ireland Creative Award
TY student Daniel Tighe placed 2nd in Mental Health Ireland's "Let’s Get Creative" national competition.
1st Year Boys GAA County Champions
Congratulations to our 1st year boys GAA team on their MSLETB County A final win against St Brendan's.
€8.2M Investment Confirmed
The Department of Education announced an €8.2 million investment to provide a significant extension, including 16 new classrooms and specialist rooms.
TY Times Launched
English teachers Claire Gallagher and Damien Gallagher launched the 'TY Times', a termly publication featuring student stories.
Virtual Open Night 2022
Our comprehensive Virtual Open Night video premiered online to offer an in-depth digital tour of our modern facilities and academic programs.
Alumna Spotlight: Bethany Doocey’s Boxing Pinnacle
Former student Bethany Doocey claimed the prestigious National Elite Title at the National Boxing Stadium in Dublin.
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Provincial Silver! Niamh Moran Leads the Charge
Niamh Moran clinched a brilliant Connacht Silver Medal in the Junior Girls race at the Connacht Schools Cross Country Finals.
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Commemorating ETB Week
Davitt College celebrated a decade of multi-denominational education during nationwide ETB Week celebrations.
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Provincial Honours: U16 Interpros Call-Up
Aine O’Connor earned selection to the Connacht Under-16 girls Rugby Sevens squad for the interprovincial campaign.
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5th Year Student Set to Lead County Panel
Lucas Kenny was appointed Vice-Captain of the Mayo GAA U17 Hurling team for the season.
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40 Years of Basketball Excellence
Davitt College celebrated 40 years of basketball with a historic anniversary match reuniting the 1983/84 All-Ireland squad against the teachers.
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Return to the Stage with 'Grease'
Davitt College triumphantly returned to the theatrical stage with a stellar production of Grease, produced by Dave Mac Donnacha, directed by Damien Gallagher and Evelyn Kearns, with musical direction by Claire Kennedy.
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Danielle Caldwell Named TG4 All Star
Congratulations to former Davitt College student Danielle Caldwell on being awarded a 2022 TG4 All Star left corner back.
Felix Earls Wins Mayo Young Person of the Year
Davitt College student Felix Earls was named a winner at the Mayo People of the Year Awards as Young Person of the Year.
Jamie Hannon Receives Garda Youth Award
Leaving Certificate student Jamie Hannon was awarded the Garda Youth Special Achievement Award at a ceremony in Castlebar.
Gaelscoil Raifteirí Mural Unveiled
Art teacher Ms. Síle Hughes and Transition Year students unveiled a vibrant collaborative mural for Gaelscoil Raifteirí.
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Minister of Education Norma Foley Visits Davitt College
Minister Norma Foley visited Davitt College to meet students, inspect Junior Cycle implementation, and discuss Leaving Certificate 2023 adjustments.
Celebrating 40 Years of Service: Tina Joyce
Marking 40 years since Davitt College first opened its doors, staff and principal Conor O'Reilly honored Tina Joyce as the longest-serving staff member.
Davitt College Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Davitt College celebrated its 40th anniversary as a flagship school, honoring past principals, staff, and four decades of educational excellence.
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Scifest Success at ATU Sligo
3rd year science students Rachel Harney and Emma Moran-Munnelly won the runner-up Boston Scientific Medical Devices Award for their project "The Fatality of Crushing Tablets".
U14 Girls Connacht GAA Champions
Our U14 girls Gaelic football team were crowned Connacht Champions after a stellar campaign.
Welcoming Mayor of Höchstadt Mr. Gerald Brehm
Davitt College welcomed Mayor Gerald Brehm and delegates from Höchstadt to celebrate over 20 years of our German school twinning partnership.
National Academy Call-Up for Lauren Dunne
Lauren Dunne was selected for the prestigious National Training Programme at the National Tennis Training Centre in DCU.
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Elite Form: Niamh Moran Shines at Connacht Finals
Running out of age grade, Niamh Moran secured an outstanding top-10 finish (8th overall) at the Connacht Schools Cross Country Finals in Loughrea.
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Connacht Champions! First Year Girls Seal Glory
Our First Year Division Two Girls' soccer team captured the Connacht Provincial Title in an unforgettable penalty shootout thriller at Milebush.
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'Mama!' Stage Production
Davitt College took the stage with a fantastic production of Mama!, produced by Dave Mac Donnacha, directed by Damien Gallagher and Evelyn Kearns, with musical direction by Claire Kennedy.
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Colm Lynch & Dara Neary Win Connacht Medals
Senior students Colm Lynch and Dara Neary received their Connacht GAA championship winners' medals following stellar performances with the Mayo U17 team.
Danielle Caldwell Receives TG4 All Star Award
Former student Danielle Caldwell was officially presented with her TG4 LGFA All Star award at the annual banquet in Dublin.
Chess Club Brings Home the Cup
At the St. Jarlath's Chess tournament, the Senzel brothers met in an all-Davitt final, with Markus claiming the tournament cup.
€2,075 Raised in Pop-Up Barbershop Fundraiser
Students raised an incredible €2,075.09 for the Mayo Mental Health Association through a fantastic pop-up barbershop initiative.
Eva Garyalde Published in Irish Times
Student writer Eva Garyalde had her exceptional work published in the Irish Times Fighting Words Supplement.
Inaugural Music Showcase at Linenhall
Davitt College hosted an inaugural showcase featuring our jam band, traditional group, choir, and soloists at the Linenhall Arts Centre.
Awarded 5th Green Flag for Biodiversity
Davitt College was awarded its 5th Green Flag focusing on biodiversity, accepted by TY students Adam Fahey and Peter Samko in Claremorris.
Business Excellence Award at Scifest ATU Galway
TY students Katie Heaney, Rachel Heneghan, and Iwona Palka won the Business Excellence Award at Scifest ATU Galway for their "Davitt Compost" product.
German School Twinning Visit from Realschule Höchstadt
Davitt College welcomed 25 students and 2 teachers from our sister school Realschule Höchstadt to celebrate over 20 years of successful exchange.
ETB Week & Ethos Day Celebrates Ukrainian Students
During ETB Week and Ethos Day, Davitt College recognized the contribution of our Ukrainian students with art tributes and celebrations.
DC Travel to Höchstadt for Christmas Exchange
A group of 24 students and three staff travelled to Realschule Höchstadt in Germany for an Erasmus+ Christmas exchange experience.
Castlebar Mitchels Jersey Presented in Germany
Principal Conor O’Reilly presented a Castlebar Mitchels jersey to Principal Ott at Realschule Höchstadt, celebrating our long-standing partnership.
'Wizard of Oz' Stage Production
Davitt College dazzled audiences with a magnificent production of The Wizard of Oz, produced by Dave MacDonnacha, directed by Damien Gallagher, and musically directed by Claire Kennedy.
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Anti-Bullying Awareness Week & Cineáltas Flag
Davitt College hosted Anti-Bullying Awareness Week with our Cineáltas flag flying high and whole-school interactive workshops promoting kindness.
50 Senior Students Awarded Level 6 STEM Certificates
50 fifth-year students received their Level 6 Certificate in 21st Century STEM Skills from ATU Sligo through the STEM Passport for Inclusion initiative.
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Selected for Arts Council Creative Schools Initiative
Davitt College was selected for the two-year Creative Schools Initiative, putting student voice and creative design thinking at the heart of school life.
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Gold and Bronze at MSLETB Chess Competition
At Coola Secondary School, 22 Davitt students triumphed with Daniel Kuzmicz taking Gold and Danylo Honcharenko winning Bronze in the Junior MSLETB competition.
Recognized as an Erasmus+ Accredited School
Davitt College proudly raised the official Erasmus+ flag after receiving formal accreditation under the EU Erasmus+ Programme (2021-2027).
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Supporting School Books Charity Collection for Ghana
Davitt College proudly supported the Mayo County Council initiative to collect and send unused school books to schools in Ghana.
Overall National Winners of AIB Future Sparks Award
Davitt College was crowned Overall National Winner of the AIB Future Sparks School Impact Award in Innovation & Sustainability.
May 7th Named Realschule Höchstadt Day in Castlebar
During the Erasmus Exchange civic welcome at Lough Lannagh, May 7th was officially proclaimed Realschule Höchstadt Day to honor our 23-year partnership.
Hosting Women’s Mini Marathon Launch
Davitt College hosted the launch of the Western People Women’s Mini Marathon in association with Mayo County Council, MC'ed by Angelina Nugent.
Hannah Hauttmann Named Young Sports Star
Davitt College student Hannah Hauttmann was officially named the Connacht Telegraph Young Sports Star of the Year for Camogie at Breaffy House Resort.
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Regional Honour: Lauren Dunne Celebrated
Davitt College student Lauren Dunne, representing Castlebar Tennis Club, received her Mayo Young Sports Stars of the Year Award.
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Representing Mayo at Seanad na nÓg
Marissa represented Mayo at Seanad na nÓg 2025, contributing to key policy recommendations ahead of Ireland’s 2026 EU Presidency.
'Rock of Ages' Musical
Produced by Dave MacDonnacha, directed by Damien Gallagher, and musical direction by Claire Kennedy.
ATU STEM Passport Graduates
43 students graduated with a Level 6 STEM qualification, with teacher Veronica Morley winning an inclusion award.
€900 Raised for Hospice
Staff Coffee Morning raised €900 for the Mayo Roscommon Hospice Foundation.
Basketball Ireland U17 Academy
Craig Neir Sosas-Siose was selected for the Basketball Ireland U17 Academy Programme.
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25th Anniversary of Twinning Partnership
Davitt College celebrated the 25th anniversary of the partnership between Castlebar and Höchstadt with our German sister school.
Student of the Year at Chamber Event
Student of the Year 2025, Maeve Kelly, attended the Castlebar Chamber 'Accelerate' flagship event alongside staff.
All-Ireland Tennis Glory for Lauren Dunne
Davitt College student Lauren Dunne captured the prestigious All-Ireland U16 Lawn Tennis Championship 2025 title.
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Silver National Medal at Track & Field Championships
Isabella Kearney finished second to bring home a silver national medal in the Intermediate Hammer at the All-Ireland Schools Championships in Tullamore.
Business Dept Wins National Exemplary School Award
Davitt College's Business Department won a National Award as an Exemplary School in the AIB Future Sparks Competition for sustainability.
Helen Murrihy Lines Out for Mayo U20s
Leaving Certificate student Helen Murrihy lined out for the Mayo U20 team against Galway in Charlestown.
European Champions at Taekwondo Championships
Ana Dobre (2x European Champion, 2x Silver) and Chelsea Ward (1x European Champion, 1x Silver, 1x Bronze) triumphed at the European Championships in Portugal.
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Mayo U16 LGFA Squad Selection
Huge congratulations to Davitt College students Beth Murrihy and Aoife Gannon on their fantastic achievement of being selected for the Mayo U16 LGFA Squad 2026.
7 National Stage Awards
The Davitt College production of Rock of Ages brought home an incredible seven awards at the Best of Ireland Secondary School Stage Awards in Dublin.
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Open Mic Sessions Launched
A massive thank you to everyone who helped to make Open Mic a success over the last two weeks, featuring incredible performances from our talented students.
Principal Markus Ott Visits Davitt College
Principal Conor O’Reilly warmly welcomed Principal Markus Ott from Realschule Höchstadt. 5th Year German students met their exchange partners, celebrating a 24-year partnership.
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Double Victory in Gaeilge Public Speaking
Congratulations to Surnaí Ní Cheallaigh and Aisling Ní Ghabhláin who won prestigious public speaking awards at the Conradh na Gaeilge event. Ní neart go cur le chéile!
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Hosting the Irish International Taekwondo Tournament
Davitt College proudly hosted the Irish International Taekwondo Tournament 2026, welcoming athletes, coaches, and officials from across Ireland and Europe.
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Mayo All-Ireland Champions!
Mayo ends a 75-year wait for Sam Maguire! We are bursting with pride for past students Diarmuid O’Connor and Colm Lynch sharing in the historic celebrations at Croke Park.
Read MoreNational Awards, Stage Triumphs & European Glory
The 2020s have seen Davitt College reach extraordinary new milestones, from acclaimed theatrical productions winning national awards to students shining on the European martial arts stage and capturing All-Ireland sports titles. Highlighted by major school investments and thriving international exchanges, this era defines a vibrant modern chapter.
Milestone Highlights
- Rock of Ages wins 7 national awards at the Secondary School Stage Awards.
- Ana Dobre and Chelsea Ward crowned European Taekwondo Champions.
- Securing €8.2M major school extension and Erasmus+ accreditation.
Rock of Ages Stage Triumph
Relive the magic of our hit musical production that took home seven national awards at the Best of Ireland Secondary School Stage Awards.
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