Local Principal expresses frustration over Leaving Cert
A Sligo secondary school principal has criticised the Department of Education for failing to provide schools with clarity on how the Leaving cert examinations will be staged in 2020. Paul Keogh, the Principal of Summerhill College says the current situation is hugely frustrating for student, parents and teachers. …
New extension approved for Summerhill College in Sligo
A new extension has been approved for Summerhill College in Sligo. The new buildings, expected to be complete by September 2021, will be a major boost in helping the college cater for its growing number of students. The Department of Education and Skills approved the new extension this week, news…
Over 500 students take part in climate change demonstration in Sligo
More than 500 second level students in Sligo have marched in protest over lack of action on climate change. It’s all part of a global movement begun by 16-year-old Swedish student. They are calling on the government to declare a “climate emergency”. Pupils from schools across the country, including the…
Sligo students hold demonstration on climate change
Secondary school students from Sligo will join other students from across the globe today in a demonstration to highlight the need to tackle climate change . Those protesting are calling for urgent action to prevent climate breakdown and ensure a sustainable future. Students and other members of the public will…
Sligo student aims to take the hassle out of shopping with internet start-up
Every get fed up with having to search for something you really need to buy? Or having to spend time looking for a specific product or item? A 16-year old student at Summerhill College in Sligo may be able to help. Conor Curley, from Rosses Point, is the co-founder of…
Summerhill juveniles claim Connacht double
Summerhill College have completed a league and championship double today. The college’s juvenile team won the Connacht Juvenile A Championship decider at the Connacht GAA Centre in Bekan, to add to the league title won earlier in the year. They defeated St Jarlath’s of Tuam by 2-16 to 1-8 in…
Fixtures confirmed for two Summerhill finals
The fixtures have been confirmed for Summerhill College’s two upcoming Connacht finals. The Sligo school’s Juvenile A Championship decider against St Jarlath’s College from Tuam will take place next Thursday. The Galway school defeated Westport’s Rice College in their semi-final today. And Summerhill’s Junior B Championship decider against Roscommon CBS…