Our Transition Year students have had an action-packed start to the year, showcasing their creativity, dedication, and community spirit. Here’s a snapshot of what they’ve been up to in January:
☕ Practical Barista Training Completed
Another 14 students have successfully completed their practical Barista training course, gaining valuable hands-on experience and skills that could serve them well in future workplaces.
🛟 National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
A total of 25 students are working towards their NPLQ, a qualification that requires commitment both in and out of the pool. Their dedication to mastering these essential lifesaving skills is truly impressive.
🏑 Hockey Ireland Fundamentals Coaching Course
From 27th February, a group of students will begin the Hockey Ireland Fundamentals Coaching Course, further expanding their sports and leadership skills.
💡 Student Enterprise Programme
Two teams of Transition Year students are preparing for the South Dublin Student Enterprise Awards on 6th March. A special thanks to Guru for supporting these classes as they bring their innovative business ideas to life.
♻️ Relove Fashion Enterprise
Students in the Relove Fashion enterprise class have submitted their final sustainable designs. They were challenged to create wearable outfits using only upcycled or reused textiles, mastering traditional skills such as hand sewing, machine sewing, embroidery, and crochet. The results are incredible, creative, and inspiring—thanks to Caitriona for her guidance and encouragement.
🧷 Capuchin Day Centre Nappy Drive
Following their November initiative, 4M students delivered donations from their nappy drive to the Capuchin Day Centre. The contributions were warmly received, highlighting the students’ commitment to giving back to the community.
🕊️ Spiritual Day Retreat at St Patrick’s Cathedral
All Form 4 students participated in a spiritual day retreat at St Patrick’s Cathedral. This was the first retreat of its kind organized by the Education Office, and the feedback on our students’ engagement and conduct was outstanding.
Transition Year continues to offer our students unique opportunities to grow academically, creatively, and personally, preparing them for the next stage of their journey.
