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National Business Success: Davitt College Entrepreneurs Reach Junior Dragon’s Den Final

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💼 Student Enterprise • National Finalists National Business Success: Davitt College Entrepreneurs Reach Junior Dragon’s Den Final 5 January 2013 • Davitt College Castlebar Davitt College, Castlebar, extends its warmest congratulations to student entrepreneurs Ornaith Hopkins, Shannon Mangan, and Claire McDonagh, who reached the absolute pinnacle of student enterprise at the weekend. The talented trio represented the school spectacularly under their student enterprise company name, Fíor Dhathanna, competing in the prestigious National Finals of the Junior Dragon’s Den in Dublin. 🐉 National Pitch Stage Company: Fíor Dhathanna Reaching the live national final required extensive market research, financial planning, product development, and exceptional communication skills to face a panel of seasoned corporate dragons in Dublin. 🌟 Key Enterprise Competencies: Rigorous commercial & market feasibility High-stakes public speaking & pitching Creative design & branding strategy Well done to Ornaith, Shannon, and Claire on this landmark achievement – the future of Irish business is bright! 📸 National Enterprise Showcase: Davitt College student entrepreneurs Ornaith Hopkins, Shannon Mangan, and Claire McDonagh representing Fíor Dhathanna at the National Finals of the Junior Dragon’s Den in Dublin.

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Davitt College Choir Performs at Holy Rosary Christmas Carol Service

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🎶 Performing Arts • Community Choral Service Davitt College Choir Performs at Holy Rosary Christmas Carol Service 5 January 2013 • Davitt College Castlebar The talented members of the Davitt College School Choir brought wonderful festive cheer to the local community as they took center stage at the annual Christmas Carol Service in the Church of the Holy Rosary, Castlebar. The special service was a magnificent celebration of music, prayer, song, and dance, offering our students a fantastic opportunity to collaborate with musicians and performers across the parish and celebrate the true spirit of the season through choral excellence. 🎼 Community Showcase Parish Musical Celebration The Davitt College choir shared the altar with an inspiring cross-section of Castlebar’s vibrant musical groups, creating an uplifting and harmonious community event: ✨ Church of the Holy Rosary Daily Choir ✨ Parish Folk Group ✨ Castlebar Gospel Choir ✨ Local National School Choirs Comhghairdeas to all the choir members and music faculty for representing Davitt College so beautifully! 📸 Choral Performance Showcase: The Davitt College School Choir performing at the Church of the Holy Rosary Christmas Carol Service in Castlebar.

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Davitt College Generosity: €820 Raised for ISPCC and Childline

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💙 Charitable Giving • Student Leadership Davitt College Generosity: €820 Raised for ISPCC and Childline 5 January 2013 • Davitt College Castlebar Davitt College, Castlebar, was proud to hand over a substantial donation to the Irish Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children (ISPCC), demonstrating the incredible community spirit and generosity of our student body. The school community organized a highly successful on-campus fundraising drive, successfully raising €820 to support the vital national child protection and listening services provided 24/7 by Childline. Campaign Initiatives Shield Badges & Concert Ticket Raffle Students spearheaded the campaign by selling the iconic blue ISPCC shield badges across all year groups. Adding to the buzz, a special raffle was held for two premium tickets to the Cheerios Childline Concert in Dublin, generously sponsored by Teresa McHale. Total Raised €820 Direct to ISPCC Services The entire school community extends its sincere gratitude to Teresa McHale for her generous sponsorship, and a massive well done to all students and staff who coordinated the drive, bought badges, and entered the raffle in aid of this essential national charity. 📸 Charity Presentation: Davitt College student and faculty representatives presenting the official €820 donation cheque to Ms. Fiona Jennings, Regional Volunteer Organiser for the ISPCC.

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Presidential Recognition: Eighteen Davitt College Students Honoured at An Gaisce Ceremony

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🎖️ Civic Leadership • The President’s Award Presidential Recognition: Eighteen Davitt College Students Honoured at An Gaisce Ceremony 18 December 2012 • Davitt College Castlebar Davitt College, Castlebar, proudly celebrated the outstanding civic, personal, and physical achievements of eighteen dedicated students at a prestigious regional An Gaisce (The President’s Award) ceremony held at GMIT Castlebar. Guided and supported by their President’s Award Leader (PAL), Ms. Emer Whyte, the students were commended for stepping well outside their comfort zones to challenge themselves across community involvement, personal skills, physical recreation, and an adventurous journey. 🥈 Silver Award Recipients 7 Medals Lorcan McEllin, Hannah Mulchrone, Aoife Deacy, Christopher Walsh, Éadaoin Donnelly White, Róisín McNally, and Ailish McDonagh. 🥉 Bronze Award Recipients 11 Medals Fintan Murphy, Suzanne Murray, Elaine Dunbar, Nicole Williams, Michelle Kelly, Shane Nugent, Patrick Kilcoyne, Michael Nolan, Niall Kearns, Tessa Geraghty, Rachel Farragher, and Ivana Connor. 🟢🔴 Special Guest Presentation Accolades were officially presented by Andy Moran (Captain, Mayo Senior Football Team) and Mr. Hugh MacConville (An Gaisce), who commended the students’ resilience, teamwork, and voluntary community service. GMIT Castlebar 📸 Presentation Showcase: Davitt College Silver and Bronze An Gaisce Award recipients celebrating at GMIT alongside Mr. Andy Moran (Mayo Senior Football Captain), Ms. Emer Whyte (PAL), and Mr. Hugh MacConville (An Gaisce).

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National Glory: Davitt College Student Liam Corcoran Crowned All-Ireland Cycling Champion

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🚴 Cycling • All-Ireland Champion National Glory: Davitt College Student Liam Corcoran Crowned All-Ireland Cycling Champion 18 December 2012 • Davitt College Castlebar Davitt College, Castlebar, extends its massive congratulations to Leaving Certificate student Liam Corcoran, who achieved a spectacular sporting milestone by winning the prestigious Irish Junior Road Race Championship. This historic national victory earns Liam the ultimate cycling honor: he will proudly wear the iconic Irish National Champion’s jersey in competitive road events throughout the upcoming season. 🥇 National Road Race Series Irish Junior Road Race Title A victory built on tireless training regimes, tactical endurance, and elite athletic sacrifice—cementing Liam’s place among Ireland’s finest rising cycling talents. National Honour Irish National Champion’s Jersey Junior Cycling Ireland Liam was welcomed back to campus by a large crowd of delighted classmates, friends, and fellow riders from the Castlebar Cycling Club. School Principal Ms. Bernie Rowland and Castlebar Cycling Team Manager Mr. John Brennan formally met with Liam to commend his phenomenal achievement on behalf of the entire school and local sporting community. Comhghairdeas Liam – we wish you every success wearing the green jersey across Ireland! 📸 Champion Homecoming Showcase: All-Ireland Junior Road Race Champion Liam Corcoran pictured with Ms. Bernie Rowland (Principal), Mr. John Brennan (Castlebar Cycling Team Manager), alongside classmates and fellow Castlebar Cycling Club members.

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An Taoiseach Enda Kenny Officially Opens the Joe Langan Sports Hall at Davitt College

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🏛️ School History • Ministerial Opening An Taoiseach Enda Kenny Officially Opens the Joe Langan Sports Hall at Davitt College 18 December 2012 • Davitt College Castlebar Friday, 16th December 2011, marked one of the most historic milestones in the history of Davitt College, Castlebar, with the official opening of our state-of-the-art Joe Langan Sports Hall. The school community was deeply honoured to welcome An Taoiseach, Mr. Enda Kenny, T.D., as the guest of honour to perform the official ribbon-cutting ceremony and address assembled students, staff, and distinguished civic leaders. 🏟️ World-Class Infrastructure A Lasting Sporting Legacy The Joe Langan Sports Hall provides a cutting-edge hub for physical education, competitive indoor athletics, and large-scale community assemblies for generations of Mayo students to come. Guest of Honour An Taoiseach Enda Kenny T.D. Ribbon Cutting & Plaque Unveiling The realization of this world-class sports facility was memorably described by Principal Ms. Bernie Rowland as “a triumph of persistence over resistance,” marking the culmination of years of dedicated campaigning, planning, and community collaboration to secure top-tier sporting infrastructure for Davitt College. — Ms. Bernie Rowland, Principal 📸 Historical Presentation Showcase (Pictured L–R): Linda Reilly (Student Council Chairperson), Dr. Katie Sweeney (CEO, Mayo VEC), An Taoiseach, Mr. Enda Kenny T.D. (Guest of Honour), Mr. Ger King (Deputy Principal), Mr. Blackie Gavin (Chairman, Board of Management), and Ms. Bernie Rowland (Principal).

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Celebrating Achievement: Davitt College Annual Awards Ceremony 2010

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🏆 Annual School Event • Awards Ceremony 2010 Celebrating Achievement: Davitt College Annual Awards Ceremony 2010 May 2010 • Davitt College Castlebar The annual Davitt College Awards Ceremony was a night to remember as the school community gathered to celebrate an extraordinary year of academic dedication, sporting achievement, and outstanding community spirit. Adding immense star power and inspiration to the evening, Mayo football star and former All Star Alan Dillon attended as the special guest of honour, joining members of the school staff to present accolades to students who went above and beyond throughout the academic year. Principal Ms. Bernie Rowland addressed the packed hall, praising the hard work and commitment shown by the student body across all curricular and extracurricular fields—from high-level sports triumphs to academic milestones and debating success. Main Award Winners 2010 ⭐ Highest School Honour Overall Students of the Year Orlaith Breathnach & Seamus Conroy Presented by Principal Ms. Bernie Rowland In recognition of exceptional academic application, exemplary personal character, and dedicated school leadership throughout the year. 🏆 Athletic Excellence Sportspersons of the Year Senior: Darren Durcan Presented by Alan Dillon & coach Aiden Brogan Junior: Diarmuid O’Connor Presented by Alan Dillon 2010 Awards Roll of Honour ⚽🏀 Gaelic, Soccer & Basketball View Section Kirsten Sheeran: 1st Year Girls All-Ireland Futsal Finalist Stephen Barrett: 1st Year Boys Basketball Player of the Year Rebecca Lawless: 1st Year Girls Basketball Player of the Year Shona Conway: Senior Basketball Player of the Year Diarmuid O’Connor: Under 15 Boys Football Player of the Year Kevin Quinn: 2nd Year Gaelic Player of the Year Emmet Gill & Niall Durkan: Senior Gaelic Players of the Year Laura Bourke: Under 14 Girls Soccer Player of the Year Melinda & Melissa Patterson: Junior Indoor Soccer Players of the Year 🏅⛳ Golf, Cross Country & Academic Excellence View Section Shane Nugent & John Gibbons: Golf Players of the Year Lorcan King: Senior Cross Country Runner of the Year Emma Kerins & Damien Kelly: 5th Year Students of the Year Hazel Lawless & Hannah Mulchrone: Full Attendance Awards Doireann Buckley, Orlaith Breathnach & Sorcha Corrigan: Debating Excellence 🤝✨ Special Merit & Appreciation View Section Edel Neary & Luke McGrath: 6th Year Special Merit Award Michael Gallagher: Appreciation Award Liam Egan: Appreciation Award for Contribution and Dedication to Debating and Public Speaking 🌍🔨 Projects & Community Contributions View Section Air Moo: LCA 6th Year Woodwork Project Award 1st & 2nd Year German Class Representatives: Outstanding Contribution to Town/School Twinning Hsar Bnay Say, Hel Poe, Air Moo & Dah Eh: Contribution to School and Community Award ×

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Chasing Glory: Davitt College Annual Sports and Awards Ceremony 2009

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🏆 Annual School Event • Sports & Awards 2009 Chasing Glory: Davitt College Annual Sports and Awards Ceremony 2009 May 2009 • Davitt College Castlebar The annual Davitt College Awards Ceremony was a magnificent celebration of athletic prowess, academic dedication, and student achievement, bringing together the entire school community to honour an unforgettable year. Led by Principal Mr. Ioseph McGowan, alongside the dedicated teaching staff and sports coaches, the ceremony shone a spotlight on the extraordinary talent thriving across every year group—from high-flying team performances on Gaelic pitches, basketball courts, and rugby grounds to individual milestones such as Karen Chambers capturing the All-Ireland Junior Boxing Championship title. The ceremony also celebrated our Transition Year cohort, with MEP Jim Higgins attending as guest of honour alongside Vice Principal Tommy O’Malley and TY Coordinator Tony O’Connor to present certificates recognizing student leadership, enterprise, artistic contribution, and service to school life. Major Accolades & National Honours 2009 🥊 National Champion All-Ireland Junior Boxing Title Karen Chambers Presented by Principal Mr. Ioseph McGowan ⭐ Gaelic Excellence Senior Players of the Year Senior Boys: Darren Durcan Senior Girls: Denise Roache 2009 Awards Roll of Honour 🎓🌟 Transition Year Cohort Honours View Section Special certificates presented by MEP Jim Higgins, Vice Principal Tommy O’Malley, and TY Coordinator Tony O’Connor: Participation in Transition Year: Noel Quinn Contribution to School Safety: Daniel Griffin Contribution to the Arts: Pierce Fox Leadership Qualities: Brendan Burke Entrepreneurial Skills: Aine Concannon Special Endeavour: Carol Garrett & Sarah McGowan Outstanding Contribution to Student Life: Lisa Hyland, Emma Kerins & Siobhan Duffy Contribution to Student Life: Shane Walsh 🏉⚽ Gaelic, Rugby & Soccer Achievers View Section 1st Year Rugby Player of the Year: Fintan Murphy 2nd Year Rugby Player of the Year: Joe Geraghty 1st Year Boys Gaelic Player of the Year: Keith Mulchrone 1st Year Girls Gaelic Player of the Year: Michelle Kelly Junior Girls Gaelic Player of the Year: Shauna Maloney Under 15 Boys Gaelic Player of the Year: Diarmuid O’Connor 2nd Year Gaelic Player of the Year: Kevin Quinn Senior Boys Gaelic Players of the Year: Emmet Gill & Niall Durkan Senior Girls Gaelic Player of the Year: Denise Roache Girls Indoor Soccer Player of the Year: Maria Staunton County Champion Award Recipients: Commended alongside Mr. Nevin, Mr. O’Connor Jnr, and Principal Ioseph McGowan 🏀🏃 Basketball, Athletics, Cross Country & Golf View Section 1st Year Girls Basketball Player of the Year: Katie Heston 1st Year Boys Basketball Player of the Year: Kevin Quinn 2nd Year Girls Basketball Player of the Year: Kaoife Sheridan 2nd Year Boys Basketball Player of the Year: William Conlon 2nd Year Boys Player of the Year: Conor Finnerty U-16 Boys Player of the Year: Darren McGuinness Girls Athlete of the Year: Shannen Keenan O’Toole Boys Athlete of the Year: Luke Lawler Girls Cross Country Runner of the Year: Eleanor Arrowsmith 1st Year Golf Team: John Gibbons, David Broady, Keith Mulchrone, Ben Garrett, Shane Nugent, and Dara Mullin 🏅📋 Year Group Commendations & Full Attendance View Section 1st Year Student Group Commendation: Tessa Geraghty, Sarah Roche, Aoife O’Connell, Anna Feeney, Shannon O’Toole, Roisin McNally, Niall Redmond, Shane Corcoran, Stephen Quinn, Sean Fallon, Adrian McHugh, Fintan Murphy, and Tom Murphy (with teacher Catriona O’Donnell) 2nd Year Student Group Commendation: Recognised alongside Bernie Rowland (teacher) and Principal Ioseph McGowan 2nd Year Full & Excellent Attendance Awards: Stephen Staunton, James Barrett, and Mark Flanagan (presented by Joan Walsh, teacher) ×

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