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Our first and second year hurlers took to the pitch today for their first competitive game of the season against Ramsgrange Community School. Despite having the home advantage our Scoil Aireagail boys got off to a rocky start when Ramsgrange found the net after 4 minutes. Once our boys got settled with a few long […]

As part of our schools wellbeing, TY students did some mindfulness painting exercises, the idea is that any form of creativity can quieten the mind, reduce anxiety and increase productivity.

In February our Transition year students immersed themselves in the Harmony Workshop by Roger Mehta, where they delved into vital topics like alcohol and drug abuse awareness. But it wasn’t all serious – they also learned how to harness the power of music for mental health and overall well-being. A harmonious blend of education and […]

Our fierce 1st-year girls’ basketball squad took on the challenge with unwavering determination! They faced off against powerhouse teams, Tullow Community School and Coláiste Eoin, in the South East Basketball League on Tuesday 20th February. Their competitive spirit shone brightly as they battled it out on the court, leaving their mark against top-ranked opponents. A […]

During Creative February, Scoil Aireagail’s halls were adorned with students’ masterpieces! Explore the stunning pottery, intricate printing, vibrant tie-dye creations, and charming embellishments on display.

To celebrate Internet Safety Week in February our students participated in many informative workshops and programs all desgned to help them saty safe online. On February 6th, our 1st and 2nd year students enjoyed an informative talk by Alex Walsh on internet safety. Alex spoke about the improtance of being resfectful and how to stay […]

During Safer Internet Week, our 2nd-year Digital Media Literacy class delved into a range of crucial topics aimed at enhancing their online wellbeing. With the guidance of their teachers, students engaged in research to explore various aspects of digital safety and responsibility. From learning strategies for dealing with online harassment to understanding the importance of […]

1st year art students studied graphics and logo design, they then had to design a logo/badge for the Waterford sacred heart scout group. Their design had to include ‘Fleur de Lis’ (scouts symbol) and the name of the group ‘15th/25th Waterford Scared Heart Scout Group. Congratulations to Caitlin Walsh – her design was chosen by […]

On Thursday the 25th of January our U16 badminton players competed in the Kilkenny qualifiers in the Watershed. All 6 of our teams were competitive in their grades. Our A Girls team won out Division 2 Kilkenny and will now represent Kilkenny in the Division 3 Leinster championships on the 29th of February in Baldoyle […]

On Friday, January 26th, our Junior Camogie Team travelled to Larchfield Kilkenny, to take on the combined Duiske/Coláiste Pobail Osraí team in the Leinster Junior Premier League. It was an extremely hard fought contest which saw the Aireagail Girls emerge the victors. There was some ferocious tackling and exchanges throughout with neither side happy to […]