Non Uniform Day this Friday, dress up for Halloween

⚠️ Content Warning: Graphic Makeup Effects ⚠️ As part of their Transition Year Art Module, students recently took part in a hands-on workshop focused on creating realistic fake scars and Halloween-themed special effects. Under the expert guidance of Ms. Showstak, students explored techniques used in theatre and film to produce convincing visual effects using safe, creative materials. This engaging session allowed students to combine artistic expression with practical skills,

Webinar for parents, on Childhood Anxiety and School Avoidance

Thanks to soccer coach Jonas Kerr for starting soccer development skills with our TY students during PE lessons. Sessions will continue for the next 4 weeks. @jonaskerr09 #soccer #playerdevelopment

Well done to our u15 soccer team. They are through to the next round of the Munster Minor Trophy, after a win against Waterpark. Goals scored by Darragh Revutsky, Tom Gahan, Jamie Lonergan and Ryan Prenderville. A great team performance 👏 ⚽️

📅 ERSS Weekly Schedule | 20th – 24th October Another busy and exciting week ahead at Edmund Rice Secondary School! From sports fixtures and TY events to clubs and competitions, there’s something for everyone. ⚽🏀🎃 #ERSS

Our U14 hurlers are beginning their Rice Cup preparations tomorrow evening, with a challenge match against South Tipperary. Throw-in at 6.30pm in Fethard Town Park 4G Pitch. Players to meet there at 6.00pm.

♟️✨ Maths Week in Action! ✨♟️ Our 2nd and 3rd Year Maths students took part in chess and card game challenges to celebrate Maths Week! These fun, hands-on activities helped students explore logic, strategy, patterns, and probability — showing how maths skills can be applied in creative and engaging ways. Well done to all students for showcasing such great focus and teamwork! 👏 #MathsWeek #ActiveLearning #LogicalThinking #STEM #ERSS

Young SVP🌟 Our Young SVP members at Edmund Rice Secondary School, Carrick-on-Suir are taking part in the SVP Fun Run/Walk to raise funds for St. Vincent de Paul Ireland 🏃‍♀️🐾 📍 Location: Tree Park 🗓 Date: Tuesday, 21st October 2025 ⏰ Time: 1:30pm – 2:30pm Every step counts towards supporting families in need within our community 💙 Donations can be made directly to SVP members in school or online at the following link: https://svpfunrun.ie/fundraiser/edmundricesecondary

A huge thank you to Shirley O'Shea and the wonderful members of the Carrick-on-Suir Lions Club for visiting our school this week. Their message was clear and powerful: young people have the ability to make a real difference. Students were encouraged to get involved, take initiative, and understand the true value of community spirit. The Youth Ambassador Awards are a fantastic opportunity to celebrate leadership, compassion, and action among our youth. 🏅 #YouthAmbassadorAward

Over the past few weeks, our 2nd Year students have been hard at work in Wood Technology, designing and crafting their very own Headphone Holders. Each piece reflects a unique flair for design and creativity, with students proudly showcasing their individuality through their work. These are more than just practical items — they’re a testament to the imagination, skill, and pride our students bring to every project. Well done! 👏 #WoodTechnology #StudentDesign #CreativeLearnin

We are delighted to share some wonderful moments from our Transition Year cookery classes. The students have shown great enthusiasm and creativity in the kitchen. We extend our sincere thanks to Ms. Walsh for her continued support and guidance. The strong and valued link between Edmund Rice Secondary School and Scoil Mhuire continues to enrich our TY programme, offering students meaningful and memorable learning opportunities.

5th years enjoyed a lovely day in Limerick for UL open day today. They attended various talks in different buildings and got a taste of what college life is like.

6th year students attended the WWETB apprenticeship expo on October 9th. There was information on a diverse range of apprenticeships ranging from Zurick to Bausch & Lomb to traditional craft based apprenticeships.

MUN Our Model United Nations club is hard at work preparing for the upcoming DCMUN Conference. Delegates are diving into global issues, exploring possible resolutions, and strengthening their public speaking and debate skills. The excitement is building as students collaborate and deepen their understanding of international affairs.

Our TY students had the privilege of exploring Ormond Castle, a remarkable historical treasure right here in Carrick-on-Suir. Originally built before 1315 and later acquired by the powerful Butler family, the castle has seen centuries of transformation. In the 1560s, Thomas Butler, 10th Earl of Ormond, added a stunning Tudor-style manor house — the first of its kind in Ireland — inspired by his time at the court of Queen Elizabeth I. The castle’s architecture reflects its lay

Today in 1st year business studies, room 13, we did things a little differently. 5 students were selected to become business teachers for the class. It was their job to assist the other students in the class to complete household budgets. This is preparation for a budget exam on Friday. Best of Luck.

This is the second week our international students got involved with our school return bottle scheme. This is a new concept for our international students and they are enjoying promoting the return scheme around the school. Today we travelled to the local shop to make the deposit. All money raised is for the schools green school committee and charity.

📢 REMINDER: Acceptance of Places All students enrolling for the 2025/2026 academic year must confirm their place before Friday, October 24th. ✅ Make sure all enrolment forms are completed and submitted by the deadline. 📅 Secure your place before the deadline! For more information or assistance, please contact the school office at 051-640522. #SchoolAdmissions #Reminder #ERSS

🌟 Busy week ahead at ERSS! Clubs, open days, sports, and more — check out what’s on from 13th–17th October! #ERSS

Today, a whole school Mass was held in St.Nicholas’ Church to celebrate the beginning of a new school year. Thank you to Fr. Patrick...

🎉 Exciting news from ERSS School Lotto! Congratulations to our five weekly winners, each taking home €20 in the latest draw! This week's...

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