Graduation event for exam students
COLÁISTE Bhríde Carnew’s Leaving Certificate students celebrated the end of their secondary school education with graduation evening last week, which was attended by their parents and school staff.
The students and staff had worked hard on a theme that would add to the sense of occasion, and would be very relevant to them. They chose the theme of ‘ lock and key’, emphasising the importance of unleashing potential in the future.
The guests were treated to some wonderful music and singing during the evening. Elaine Casey gave the student address, and acknowledged the strong bond that students had developed during their time in Coláiste Bhríde.
Rev. Ruth Elmes congratulated all students on what they had achieved so far. In reminding the graduating class of the God-given potential they have locked within, she used the story of the little Jamaica ginger cake that saved a life; the man who failed when the chips were down and yet was trusted to build the church (St Peter); and how Jesus took ordinary bread and wine and made it memorable through the centuries.
Special thanks were sent to the sixth year class teachers. Principal Linda Dunne talked about the kind of people the class of 2016 are, and might become.
Their year head, Ms McGettrick, and Ms Dunne, said that this class will be missed and wished them every success and fulfilment in the future.