Seactain na Gaeilge Poetry Competition
A transition year student from St. Joseph’s College, Borrisoleigh has won first prize in the national Seactain na Gaeilge poetry competition.
William Quinlan, aged 16 years, from Grousehall, Kilcommon scooped the prize for his poem exploring the theme of pandemic in the TY to sixth year poetry category.
Seactain na Gaeilge is an international Irish language festival which is the largest celebration of our native language and culture internationally.
Pandéim
Amergín Liam Ó Caoindealbháin
Tháinig an víreas,
Easpa de PPE,
Casacht is fiabhras,
Rí rá roimh 5G,
Ar ceal, na féile
Dochtúirí faoi bhrú.
Ní neart go cur le chéile?
Ach táim ag leithlisiú.
Tá an scoil folamh,
Ranganna ar líne,
Obair bhaile is tionscnaimh.
Le scaradh sóisíalta,
Ach ina dhiaidh an dorchadas,
Le cúnamh Dé,
Feicfidh mé thú arís,
Ag breacadh an lae.
At St. Joseph’s College, sustainability is a core value that continues to grow and evolve. Our dedicated Sustainability Policy builds on the outstanding work of the Green Schools Committee, which has led numerous initiatives to raise awareness around key environmental issues such as water conservation, litter management, and noise pollution. These efforts have contributed to the achievement of several Green Flags, reflecting our commitment to creating a greener future.
A highlight of our sustainability journey is the school’s biodiversity and horticulture space, which serves as a living classroom. Here, Transition Year students engage in hands-on projects that promote environmental stewardship. One notable initiative involves recycling old timber to construct flower planters, enhancing the school’s natural environment while reinforcing the principles of reuse and sustainability. Through these projects and policies, St. Joseph’s College fosters a culture of environmental responsibility, empowering students to make a positive impact both within the school and in the wider community.
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