Coláiste Choilm recognises excellence at Kearney Awards 2024
Coláiste Choilm in Tullamore recognised student excellence with the annual Kearney Awards which took place last Friday evening, November 29.
The awards shone a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of the students of the 2024 Leaving Certificate students.
The evening, a highlight of the school calendar, was an inspiring occasion attended by students, their proud families, and dedicated staff members.
Principal Tadhg O'Sullivan expressed immense pride in the students’ accomplishments, emphasising the values of hard work, dedication, and perseverance that underpin academic success.
The awards were presented by Mr. Ray O’Donovan, a teacher at Coláiste Choilm, who commended the students on their exceptional accomplishments and highlighted the dedication and effort that led to their success.
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Gold Medal Winners: Elaine O’Gorman, Fiona Flanagan, Conor Timmerman, Cian Mc Connell, Luke Duffy, Liam Aubin, Tadhg O’Sullivan, Gearoid O’Regan.Image 3 of 5
Bronze Medal Winners: Tadhg O’Sullivan, Elaine O’Gorman, Finn McCormack, Peter Feely, Ciaran Crowley, Gearoid O’Regan, Fiona Flanagan.Image 4 of 5
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Silver Medal Winners: Elaine O’Gorman, Fiona Flanagan, Eoin Gaffey, John Green, Brian Connolly, Tadhg O’Sullivan, Gearoid O’Regan.The evening saw the following students recognised for their exceptional achievements:
* Frank Wynters Award – Construction Studies: Conor Sheehy and John Greene
* Anne Ryan Award – Science: Luke Duffy
* Pat Carty Award – English: Conor Timmerman and Kian Carrasco
* Conradh na Gaeilge Award - Gaeilge: Conor Timmerman and Liam Aubin
* Seamus O’Dea Award – Geography: John Greene and Kevin Sweeney
* Parents Association Award – Technology: Christopher Leavy
* Tullamore Credit Union Award – Business Studies: John Greene
* Offaly Historical Society Award - History: Edvinas Kryzevicius
* Music Award Sponsored by Music and Sound Shop: Conor Timmerman
* Spanish Award Sponsored by Bramley Jewellers: Eoin Gaffey
* Mary Glennon Award – French: Cian McConnell
* Art Award – Art: Adam Craven.
In addition to the subject-specific accolades, the evening honoured a group of students who demonstrated outstanding performance across the board in the 2024 Leaving Certificate State Examinations.
These students have exemplified the school’s commitment to academic excellence: Liam Aubin, Luke Boyle, Jack Burns, Brian Connolly, Pádraig Cooney, Michael Corcoran, Ciarán Crowley, Luke Duffy, Emmet Dunne, Peter Feely, Eoin Gaffey, John Greene, Joe Hughes, Edvinas Kryzevicius, Evan Larkin, Christopher Leavy, Cian McConnell, Finn McCormack, Christopher O’Reilly, David O’Rourke, Oisín Phelan, Peter Raine, Conor Sheehy, Jack Smiley Silinou, Kevin Sweeney, and Conor Timmerman.
The ceremony reflected not only the individual achievements of the students but also the collective efforts of teachers, staff, and parents who have nurtured and supported them throughout their educational journey.
The evening concluded with a warm reception, where attendees celebrated the students’ successes and shared hopes for their bright futures.