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Carrick-on-Suir

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EU Info Point
Our EU Info Point is live! The TY Junior EPAS Ambassadors have launched their brand-new EPAS EU Info Point — a fun, easy way to learn about the European Union, what it does, and how it impacts our everyday lives! As part of the EU Ambassador School Programme, this Info Point gives students (and everyone else!) quick access to facts, updates, and all things EU/EPAS in our school. 👉 Check it out here: https://sway.cloud.microsoft/k8L5NjxEg7TDedRq?ref=Link If you’re curious abo

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Lotto Weekly Winner
🎉 ERSS Fundraiser Lotto – Weekly Winner! 🎉 Congrats to this week’s lucky winner! Thank you to everyone supporting our school — your contribution truly helps our students. Want to take part? • 1 line €2.50 • 2 lines €4 • 3 lines €5 • Match 4 numbers to win the jackpot • Jackpot grows every week! Join now by scanning the QR code or visiting: 🔗 https://www.ourfundraiser.ie/org/erss Best of luck in next week’s draw!

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TY Tusla Programme
Recently, our Transition Year students had the fantastic opportunity to take part in Tusla’s Transition Year Programme, an initiative designed to introduce young people to the important work of Ireland’s Child and Family Agency. The interactive sessions gave students a real insight into Tusla’s mission and the wide range of careers available within the agency. They learned about roles in social work, educational welfare, family support services, and many other areas that make

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1st year Soccer
First Year Munster Collins Cup CTI Clonmel 1-6 ERSS Carrick on Suir Our First Year team topped their group today with an excellent win away in Clonmel. Jack Norris put us ahead after 3 minutes before Clonmel struck back two minutes later. A definite goal of the season contender from Ryan Walsh put us back in front, his left foot volley from 25 yards flying into the top corner of the net before Dale Redmond finished from close range to put us 3-1 up at the break. Dale added tw

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Non-uniform Day
Non uniform Day tomorrow, please support

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Lotto Christmas Giveaway
🎄✨ Get into the festive spirit with a Christmas Giveaway! We’re thrilled to offer an incredible range of prizes this year — from a €5,000 dream holiday to Disneyland Paris, to cash prizes, concert tickets, luxury hampers, and more. All you need to do is support our school fundraiser for your chance to win. Make sure to keep your phone close after 7pm on December 18th… you could get the winning call! Don’t miss out on the magic — visit our fundraiser page to get involved....

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Advent Wreath
From shaping the Advent wreath to sanding and painting its stand, our students are helping create something meaningful for the weeks ahead 🕯️🌲 Nurturing faith, Christian Spirituality and Gospel-based values. #ERST #ERSS

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Bake and Jersey Sale
Date for your diary: Monday 8th December Bake and jersey sale in aid of St.Nicholas and St. Mollerans Conference SVP Carrick-on-Suir. Members of Young SVP ask all students within our school community to support this worthy fundraiser. If you would like to donate #festive cakes and buns for our bake sale please drop them into the school before 9:30 am on Monday morning.

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5th year Business
Our 5th Year Business students have been engaging brilliantly with the new specification. Today they worked through a detailed STEEPLE analysis using a case study based on a company producing plant based drinks. Students examined how a wide range of external influences — Social, Technological, Economic, Environmental, Political, Legal and Ethical factors — can impact a company’s strategic planning. They discussed trends such as sustainability, changing consumer preferences an

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Young SvP
Members of @Young_SVP in E.R.S.S. gathered non perishable food items, coats, caps, scarves and gloves for South East Simon Community. Many thanks to our school and local communities for your generous support. In photo, S. Fogarty , Mr. Eddie Maher (South East Simon Community) and T. Brennan.

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Week Ahead
✨ ERSS Weekly Schedule | 1st–5th December ✨ A busy and exciting week ahead at Edmund Rice Secondary School! From club activities and sports finals to class photos, parent–teacher meetings, and festive carol singing, there’s something for everyone. 🎨⚽🎼 Stay involved, stay informed, and enjoy the week ahead! #ERSS

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Languages
Past pupil , Odhran O'Shea spoke to 3rd Year students today about the merits of studying languages in school & at 3rd Level , participation in an Erasmus programme & the many opportunities available to language graduates. A pleasure to welcome Odhran back to E.R.S.S. We look forward to future initiatives with past pupils.

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Lotto Winner
🎉 ERSS Fundraiser Lotto – Weekly Winner! 🎉 Congrats to this week’s lucky winner! Thank you to everyone supporting our school — your contribution truly helps our students. Want to take part? • 1 line €2.50 • 2 lines €4 • 3 lines €5 • Match 4 numbers to win the jackpot • Jackpot grows every week! Join now by scanning the QR code or visiting: 🔗 https://www.ourfundraiser.ie/org/erss Best of luck in next week’s draw!

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1st year Student of the Week
We are delighted to share our Week 2 Student of the Week announcement for our 1st Year students in Room 12 and Room 13. This award continues to recognise students who demonstrate outstanding effort, a positive attitude, and a strong contribution to life in ERSS. A huge congratulations to this week’s deserving recipients: ✨ Room 12 – Abdullah Chowdhury ✨ Room 13 – Stanislaw CzubasEwski Well done to both students for their continued hard work and dedication. Keep up the fantas

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Nov 28


Billy Kelleher Visit to TY
Billy Kelleher MEP visited the Transition Year EU Ambassador Programme students to deliver an engaging and informative talk on the European Union. He began by explaining the origins of the EU, outlining how post-war cooperation between European countries grew into today’s political and economic union. He emphasised the EU’s core mission of maintaining peace, protecting democracy, and promoting unity across member states, helping students understand its continuing importance i

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Senior Cycle Science, MSD Tour
Some of our 5th and 6th year Biology & Physics students visited the impressive MSD plant in Ballydine on Thursday 27th November. MSD kindly facilitated a presentation and a guided tour of the facility. The students got to view the world class facilities such as the 3D printing lab and also observed the varied career opportunities available in MSD such as Engineering , Pharmaceutical Science, Maintenance , Logistics and HR. A very enjoyable experience for all !!

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Nov 27


6th year French
Some of our students of 6th Year French enjoyed "le petit déjeuner" this morning in The Keep Coffee Shop. On a bien mangé #croissants #croquemonsieur et on a bu #café #chocolatchaud A welcome reprieve from preparations for #LeavingCert2026 #bienêtre Many thanks to Jenny & staff at The Keep Coffee Shop for their hospitality https://www.instagram.com/thekeepcoffeeshop?igsh=MWVrczF6ajB4bWE=

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1st year Irish
Our students took the lead today sa Rang Gaeilge with a flipped classroom lesson — building their own foclóir and checking homework together. Great teamwork, brilliant engagement, and lots of learning happening! Mar a deir an seanfhocal, “Mol an Óige agus Tiocfaidh sí.” 🇮🇪✨

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Nov 27


EU Ambassador Programme
As part of the EU Ambassador Programme, our TY students explored the EU’s role in everyday life, from funding local heritage and community projects to supporting education, travel rights, digital protection, and environmental initiatives. The posters displayed here represent only a section of their overall project work, showcasing their research into how the EU impacts their region, their opportunities as young people, and Ireland’s place within Europe.

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Nov 27


U15 Football
U15 Football Semi-Final ERSS Carrick-on-Suir vs Coláiste Dún Iascaigh, Cahir Venue: Piltown GAA Complex ERSS Carrick-on-Suir booked their place in the U15 football final with a deserved 3–7 to 2–4 win over Coláiste Dún Iascaigh, Cahir. Despite slippery conditions that made the ball difficult to handle, ERSS displayed excellent communication, great skill, and strong teamwork as they worked together up and down the field. A wide panel represented their clubs with pride, with ev

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Nov 27


TY Barbering Crash Course
Our Transition Year students recently participated in an intensive Barbering Crash Course, and the response was outstanding. Under the expert guidance of Lizzie McGhee and an experienced professional barber, students explored the art and precision of modern barbering. The workshop was highly interactive, offering hands-on experience with essential techniques, including the ever-popular skin fades, blending, and finishing skills. This practical session not only introduced stud

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Nov 27


TY Cookery
As some of our Transition Year students come to the end of their cookery module at Scoil Mhuire, we reflect on what has once again proven to be a highlight of the TY experience for the boys of ERSS. Throughout the module, students developed practical skills, creativity, and confidence in the kitchen, exploring a variety of dishes and techniques. This hands-on learning has not only been enjoyable but also an invaluable life skill that they will carry forward. We extend our sin

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