The Leaving Certificate Academic Awards took place in an atmosphere of celebration and recognition on Thursday 16th November. Catherine Healy, past pupil, and newly appointed Historian in Residence at the EPIC Museum, spoke of her positive experiences in PCS and the importance of maintaining those invaluable friendships. Ms Norris, Ms Molamphy and Ms Tobin presented the awards which recognised the endeavour and sheer dedication it takes to achieve in the Leaving Certificate Exams as well as the character it shows.

Principal’s Award – Ella Walsh

Ger Kenny Cup and Maths Medal for Excellence in Maths – Aoife Burke

The deadline for Admissions for next year has now passed. Please contact admissions@portmarnockcommunityschool.ie if you want an application form to be considered after the deadline.

Dear students, families and friends,

I hope the first half term of the new academic year has been going well for you, particularly those of you for whom September 2023 marked the first step in your journey with us here at Portmarnock C.S. The new school year always involves changes of different kinds but I hope that as the weeks have passed you are all settling in and enjoying school life.

Many of you will be aware that I had to take illness leave in December 2022 and I am very happy to say that I have now been cleared to resume my role as Principal of the school from today, Tuesday 10th October 2023.

I would like to sincerely thank all of my colleagues on the staff here who ensured that the school and all aspects of our work continued without interruption; in particular Mr David Clarke who took on the role of Acting Principal and Ms Orla Coleman who acted as Deputy Principal in Mr Clarke’s place. Thanks to the work of the Senior Management team, Ms Molamphy and Ms Moran, and every single teacher I am returning to a school that has continued to flourish throughout the past ten months.

Mr Clarke will of course now resume Deputy Principal responsibility for our 5th and 6th year students along with Ms Coggins (5th Year Head) and Mr Dempsey (6th Year Head)

As the Principal acts also as Secretary to the Board of Management of the school, all matters relating to correspondence with the Board should be addressed to me here in school.

While I missed many important occasions in the lives of our students and staff this year, I look forward now to returning to continue the new academic year with you all.

Yours sincerely,

Helen Tobin

Principal, Secretary to the Board of Management

We will be featuring Sports reports from our TY team of photographers and journalists in this space this year:

27/9/23

PCS Sports – Basketball Girls U19

Early October 2023

U19 boys basketball October

Senior Hurling October

Girls u16 basketball (1)

Walk to School Week runs from October 2nd to October 6th. We will be encouraging as many as possible to get active and walk or cycle to school instead of being driven. Walking is one of the best ways to start the day, with multiple benefits to one’s physical and mental health. It also has a positive impact on academic performance, with higher levels of concentration and focus.

For those who normally travel by car, we are asking you to get out of the car and walk the last 500m. You will also be making the school gate area a much safer environment with less traffic and less fumes.

Thank you to the First Year Support Team for organizing hot chocolate, biscuits and silly photos for a Fun Friday.

Our basketball team are travelling home happy after a 53-19 win, first all Ireland win in a good few years for the school! Martin Kostov-Grealy top scored with 15 and Kevin Li chipped in with 13. Brilliant performance from the whole squad. Thanks to Mr Maguire and Mr Riley for their dedication.

Minding Our Mental Health
An Evening of Inspiration and Support

o Nutrition
o Strategies to Control Stress
o Empowerment

to raise funds for
St. Francis Hospice, Raheny

Keynote: Miriam O’Callaghan

Speakers:
Dr. Alison Rooney, Clinical Psychologist
Belén Vásquez, Nutritionist
Dr. Mark Harrold, Clinical Psychologist

At: The Grand Hotel, Malahide
On: Wednesday, October 11 @ 8.00 p.m. sharp
Tickets €25 from

In Memory of a wonderful wife, mother and friend: Carol Harrold

We welcome Sixth Class Parents to visit our Open Evening on Thursday 14th September 2023. This will be an opportunity to see the school and talk to teachers, students and staff.

Due to the popularity of the event we are splitting the evening into two sessions of one hour each to facilitate as many parents as possible. You must book each session through Eventbrite below.

Our Admissions Policy is on the website here.

Our Annual Admission Notice 2024/25 is here.

There will be No Parking on campus so please park at the PSLC or make other arrangements.

5.30pm to 6.30pm :here.

6.30pm to 7.30pm : here.