<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[STMCTY]]></title><description><![CDATA[Stmcty]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 03:41:43 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 5th - 9th October (Activities Week 1)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Junior Certificate Results: Wednesday 7 October Activities Week 1 4.1 &#38; 4.4 Work Placement 4.2 Law Course 4.3 Boxing &#38; Self Defence 4.5 Cookery Week CAT4 Tests First Aid Certificates 4.2 Driving Lessons International Trips Update Work Placement Opportunity: Collins Barracks Junior Certificate Results: Wednesday 7 October A note from Ms Delaney regarding the Junior Certificate results: There are two ways to access the Junior Certificate results next Wednesday October 7th. 1. In person Mr...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-5th-9th-october</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6abb840e17ec099b45d5c888</guid><pubDate>Fri, 02 Oct 2026 11:06:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_8a8ac7922b1c4d138defc15a430586de~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 29th September - 2nd October]]></title><description><![CDATA[A very happy St Michael’s Day to everyone in our school community. I would like to take this opportunity to give a special mention to Mr Knaggs, who will be taking up the role of Acting Deputy Principal for the coming year. A huge thank you to him for all his hard work, support and commitment to the school and, in particular, to TY. I would also like to warmly welcome our new Transition Year Head, Ms Delaney. Looking forward to working together with everyone throughout the year and making...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ab65d61531214060b56a60d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2026 12:48:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_0123b49f1f3d4585be53ea8cf517721b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 20th - 25th September]]></title><description><![CDATA[Killary Adventure Trip – Last Checks 2027 TY International Trips – Expression of Preference Gaisce St Vincent de Paul Driving Lessons &#38; First Aid Driving Lessons First Aid Classes Japanese Embassy Visit – 6th November, 11am–1pm Killary Adventure Trip - Last Checks Meeting 7:30am Ailesbury Road Entrance (Depart 8am SHARP) A reminder to all students travelling on the Killary Adventure Trip to check the What to Bring PDF carefully and make sure that you have everything you need for the trip....]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-20th-25th-september</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aad1f3acddbf7698364a006</guid><pubDate>Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:24:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_1465886e6a0d4d50a3a833ac010fd83c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 14th - 18th September]]></title><description><![CDATA[Killary Trip - What to Bring Junior Cert  Other Areas of Learning &#38; Other Areas of Wellbeing RCSI TY MiniMed Gaisce Bronze Award - Sign-Ups Close Monday Guitar &#38; Piano Lessons Volunteer Thank-Yous Hospice Coffee Morning - Save the Date (22nd Oct)! TY Trips Update Amended Activities Week Rotation Dates - Correction ️ Killary Trip, 20th - 22nd September: What to Bring With the TY Adventure Trip to Killary Adventure Centre fast approaching, students should now be preparing for the trip and...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-14th-18th-september</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6aa3def3d83f50a13ad9c549</guid><pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:09:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_ec6e425c32ba430699010731f166a4f1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 7th - 11th September]]></title><description><![CDATA[We have been very happy with how the first few days of the year have gone. TYs have made a fantastic start and it has been great to see such positive energy, enthusiasm and engagement already. Keep it up, boys - we’re looking forward to a brilliant TY year together! You'll find the following in this week's TY Newsletter: TY Adventure Trip: Killary Adventure Centre (SIgn Up Deadline is TODAY 4th Sept) TY Musical Gaisce Bronze Award Sign Ups Community Participation Opportunities Activities...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-7th-11th-september</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a99667659b59cb1fc9458d3</guid><pubDate>Fri, 04 Sep 2026 10:25:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_c9c5322149c94d52b6eafe2046023511~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Welcome TYs 26/27]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome back to all of you and a special welcome to everyone joining Transition Year for the first time. This is the first of many newsletters that will keep you informed about upcoming activities and key dates over the weeks and months ahead. The newsletter will be updated each Friday evening throughout the 26/27 Transition Year. In TY, when we ask you to step outside your comfort zone, we mean embracing a mindset that: Takes on challenges Persists through obstacles Learns from constructive...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/welcome-tys-26-27</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a85c7e53ecc32dcad04597e</guid><pubDate>Tue, 25 Aug 2026 06:45:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_182b1ff870744136a5b9c3cc9a18e19b~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 18th - 22nd May (Activities Week 5)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Activities Weeks Details Safe Travels: Mauritius, Austria, South Africa and Camino Slán Abhaile to St. Alban’s College Sports Day Work Placement Week (May 25th - 29th) As we approach the final stretch of the school year and with international departures and local activities on the horizon, we'd like to wish everyone the very best this week with their preparations for their adventures ahead! Activities Week Details PLEASE NOTE THE CHANGE OF VENUE WITH 4.4 COOKERY THIS WEEK Group 4.1: Law in...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-18th-22nd-may-activities-week-5</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a070b880b9e4f37fd249c85</guid><pubDate>Fri, 15 May 2026 12:32:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_74a8026eaa234911a46d65135d358afd~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 11th - 15th May]]></title><description><![CDATA[Student of the Year: The Rory Sheils Award Shanghai International Youth Interactive Friendship Camp  STMC Blue Run 5K+: This Saturday TY Bake Sale: Rescheduled for Monday Sports Day, Friday, 15th May DCU TY Open Day: Event Recap Barista Course: Final Workshop Completion Gaisce Bronze Award: Final Submissions Student of the Year: The Rory Sheils Award Congratulations Patrick Wynne on being named Student of the Year and receiving the prestigious Rory Sheils Award.  This award recognises...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-11th-15th-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69fde48f4f7ebdc9f6a9f39b</guid><pubDate>Fri, 08 May 2026 14:43:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_8b0c49e8e84b499c8fe57e3aa0c68fa0~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 5th - 8th May]]></title><description><![CDATA[TY Bake Sale Transition Year Opportunity: State Exam Assistants (June 2026), 5th May Deadline DCU TY Open Day Excursion, 5th May Music for a Summer's Evening, 7th May Some of this week's Highlights: Spiritan Global Citizenship Education (GCE) Event Pizza Making Workshops  Flynn Park Outing Welcome to Our South African Students Final Call: Social &#38; Professional Excellence Programme, 14th and 15th May Shanghai International Youth Interactive Friendship Camp - Expression of Interest Now Closed...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-5th-8th-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f4b493edf5696920d1e809</guid><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 15:43:33 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_05d9bdb0cc654e45b04a0b0306d3ddb3~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 27th April - 1st May]]></title><description><![CDATA[Leaving Certificate Reform &#38; 5th Year Information Welcome to our South African Exchange Students The Secret Pizza Society: Workshops Spiritan Global Citizenship Education (GCE) Event Flynn Park Excursion Gaisce Bronze Awards Immersion Trip Raffle Shanghai International Youth Interactive Friendship Camp, 12-22 July 2026  Looking Ahead: 5th Year &#38; Leaving Certificate Reform As our Transition Year comes to a close, it is time to look toward Senior Cycle. Last week, Mr. Hogan shared important...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-27th-april-1st-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69eb3eadbbc0f3ff744b273e</guid><pubDate>Fri, 24 Apr 2026 10:50:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_82a938e1500c4acab3ea2780041af680~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 20th - 24th May]]></title><description><![CDATA[SOAR Foundation Mental Health Workshop Assessment Week Music for a Summer's Evening  SOAR Foundation Mental Health Workshop A big thank you to the SOAR Foundation for facilitating a wonderful workshop on mental resilience yesterday afternoon. It was a very worthwhile session and we are grateful to all involved. Assessment Week Assessments will be taking place in all core subjects during Assessment Week. We encourage all students to prepare well and make the most of this opportunity. A...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-20th-24th-may</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69e21599c4c584cedb075f14</guid><pubDate>Fri, 17 Apr 2026 11:18:13 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_ff773e6915c64c5d84831790ff06f723~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 23rd - 27th March (Activities Week 4)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Activities Week Details Subject Choice Forms Deadline Céilí Alexandra College Slán Abhaile St Sebs Exchange students Step Into Teaching (UCD)  Activities Week Details Group 4.1: Boxing &#38; Self Defence Venue:  Headon Boxing Academy, 61D heather Rd, Sandyford  https://maps.app.goo.gl/DdrEnqEAgW8L3uka9 Times:  9:50 am - 2:20pm Dress:  Gym wear / Non-uniform. Groups 4.2 &#38; 4.4: Work Placement Students in these groups will be heading out into the professional world. Preparation is the key to...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-23rd-27th-march-activities-week-4</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69bd4b44eac6d29286ccb229</guid><pubDate>Sat, 21 Mar 2026 09:06:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_db6cea9692944b458f9d3dbde93bf11d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 18th - 20th March]]></title><description><![CDATA[No Classes - Monday 18th &#38; Tuesday 19th March TY Movie Night - Fundraiser for the 2026 Immersion Trip Leaving Certificate Subject Fair Welcome St Sebastian's Boston Exchange Students TY Céilí - Seachtain na Gaeilge Activities Week Reminder &#38; Deadlines:  23rd - 27th March No Classes - Monday 18th &#38; Tuesday 19th March A reminder that there will be no classes on Monday 18th and Tuesday 19th March. We hope everyone enjoys the break and returns refreshed after a Happy St Patrick's long weekend ☘️...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-18th-20th-march</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69b3e17fc4e83ebf53c303bc</guid><pubDate>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 11:27:10 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_c0148fa0b17a4b96a68e4031e2a8df77~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 9th - 13th March ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Whole school events taking place this week Movie Night: Little Miss Sunshine Work Placement Employer Feedback Forms Due Subject Choice Information &#38; Subject Choice Afternoon Fair UNICEF Youth Activism Group Pilot and Activism Workshop 3 short notes regarding this week: 1. 2.	School will finish at 3:15pm, Tuesday, 10th March, to facilitate the 1st Year Parent teacher meeting 3.	There will be NO CLASSES/SCHOOL this Friday, 13th March, because of a staff training day. Movie Night: Little Miss...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-9th-13th-march</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69a9c14c1fb1895eb273fc19</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Mar 2026 13:46:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_18a3d19ac6194c10b5e33ce969a3cd5f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 9th - 13th February (Activties Week 3)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Activities Week Details Movie Night Raffle Darts Competition Barista Course (extra date added) Whole Year Work Placement (23rd February - 6th March) Activities Week 3 Details 4.1 &#38; 4.3 Work Placement Students in 4.1 and 4.3  will take part in Work Placement as part of Activities Week. Preparation is key to ensuring a meaningful experience. Before starting, students should contact their employer to confirm: Where to go on day one Start/finish times Who to ask for on arrival Dress expectations...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-9th-13th-february-activties-week-3</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6985d9c62764679ea7105209</guid><pubDate>Fri, 06 Feb 2026 12:10:49 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_3915c4c28f3d47e389760ea9f05039e7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 3rd - 6th February ]]></title><description><![CDATA[TY Representatives Activity – Darts Tournament Barista Workshops TUD Campus Tour STEPS – Engineering Your Future 2026 Social &#38; Professional Excellence Programme Activities Week &#38; Work Placements TY Representatives Activity - Darts Tournament A TY Darts Tournament  will take place on Wednesday 4th February  in the Upper Study  throughout the day. Each class group will be allocated one full class period (P1–P5) to participate in the first round. Finals will be played during P6. Further details...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-3rd-6th-february</link><guid isPermaLink="false">697cb2fdb3cf8ba2384b223c</guid><pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 13:56:38 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_bedbef43dd884cf8b608aa8f57fa1cac~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 26th - 30th January]]></title><description><![CDATA[TU Dublin, Grangegorman Campus Tour Social and Professional Excellence Talk &#38; Course with Jaqueline King Walk in My Shoes Day Richie Sadlier Talk Work Placements Reminder TU Dublin, Grangegorman Campus Tour 28th January - Departing school at 9:30am Transition Year students will have the opportunity to visit TU Dublin’s Grangegorman Campus  on Wednesday 28th January. This visit will give students valuable insight into campus life, facilities and third-level pathways. Students wishing to attend...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-26th-30th-january</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69735fd2befaa1002190ac36</guid><pubDate>Fri, 23 Jan 2026 13:44:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_1708cd4b3b554c1f9312deb6ab4e1e46~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 19th - 23rd January]]></title><description><![CDATA[Module 4 Commences Reminder: Staff Training Day this Thursday - No Classes Wellness Week Guest Talk: Richie Sadlier Ice Skating Trip Module 4 Commences Module 4 begins this week. New timetables will be handed out on Monday, so please make sure to check them carefully and note any changes. Staff Training Day this Thursday  - No Classes A reminder that there will be no classes this Thursday due to a scheduled staff training day. We appreciate your understanding as staff take part in this...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-19th-23rd-january</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6969f6fbe1fc0103f8bdfabc</guid><pubDate>Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:55:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_9a13f8b3e1294268a61502b5e20ab875~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Newsletter 12th - 16th January]]></title><description><![CDATA[Big Change Community Store - Call for Volunteers Online Safety, Privacy and Digital Learning East Leinster Cross Country Championships Ice Skating - Dun Laoghaire Harbour Barista Training Happy New Year and Welcome Back! Happy New Year to all our students, staff, and families! We hope you had a restful and joyful holiday season. Thank you to everyone who made the final week before the break so special with a great mix of community, physical and fun activities. We also celebrated the Feast of...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-newsletter-12th-16th-january</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6960f30ff3c0663c7a95060d</guid><pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 13:53:48 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_3e8e173c787649a78c920212f845da5c~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[TY Christmas Newsletter 8th - 17th December]]></title><description><![CDATA[Activities Week 2 Notice St John of God Dementia Care Talk The Dublin Gospel Choir Performance TY Christmas Activities 11th - 17th December Activities Week Notice Well done to all TYs who made this week's Activities Week such a success. All students in 4.2 and 4.5 are to make sure that they organise that their Employer Feedback Form is submitted on their 4.2 or 4.5 Google Classroom by 1pm, 10th December. St John of God Dementia Care Talk 11:00am, Tuesday, 9th December Assembly Hall We are...]]></description><link>https://acopeland0.wixsite.com/stmcty/post/ty-christmas-newsletter-8th-17th-december</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6932b51d3a0f1e8068384341</guid><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:08:04 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/9c9cd5_d2882cc06c48476c8736ad8480bc6930~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>Aaron Copeland</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>