Reminder - Parents' Association AGM

A reminder to all that the Parents' Association AGM will take place on Wednesday, October 8th at 8.30 p.m. in Kildalkey NS.

We are very thankful to the outgoing Parents' Association for their hard work throughout the last year. Their continued support included, but is not inclusive of, the following:

Sponsored tin whistles for 2nd Class Pupils

Production of personalised Calendars at Christmas

Santa visit to Junior and Senior Infants with those pupils receiving wrapped selection boxes

The hosting of a fundraising Monster Bingo Night at Easter.

Preparation and serving of refeshments at Confirmation and Holy Communion.

Assistance with the Annual Sports Day and supply of ice creams for every child.

Reception for the Graduation Class and their families

Co-sponsored 'Class of 2014' Hoodies for 6th Class Students

Supplied Outdoor Sports Equipment for use at School 1 and School 2.

Supplied Board games and Art and Craft Supplies to all classes.

We look forward to seeing many people at the AGM!

Kildalkey Make Semi Final!!

Well done to the boys' football team who qualified for the semi finals today after beating Ballivor NS.

With many fourth and fifth class playing, today was a chance for them to prove their worth - and boy, did they take their chance!

Starting at a brisk pace, they put some fine scores on the board early. When Robbie finished to the net, it put Kildalkey eight points up. Though Ballivor rallied and scored two points, Kildalkey finished the half the stronger and another goal put them ahead at the break 2-8 to 0-2. Indeed, the half had seen some fine performances from Cameron, Patrick, Liam, Brian and Brandon whilst all the forwards did well with some fine scores.

The second half was a far more even affair. Ballivor scored a goal early in the half and took the fight to Kildalkey. Kildalkey's defence and midfield did well to hold them at bay. Goals from Liam and Brian, right at the death, secured the win for Kildalkey and ensured they went the entire division unbeaten.

Well done to all involved and we look forward to the semi final!

Confirmation and Communion Dates

The dates for the First Communion and the Confirmation are in!

The Confirmation will take place this year on Thursday, 16th of April.

It will take place in St. Dympna's Church, Kildalkey at 3 o'clock.

The First Communion will take place in St. Dympna's Church, Kildalkey on Saturday, 23rd May.

Girls Lose Out in Tight Encounter

The girls' football team lost out narrowly in their opening match to a spirited Ballivor team.

Conceding an early goal did nothing to deter the girls and some spirited defending and tackling lead to a turnover which resulted in a superb goal for Holly. Indeed, the girls were unlucky not to score more in this period, as a superb shot from Hannah had the Ballivor goalkeeper beaten all ends up only for the ball to rebound back off the post. 

At half time, the scoreline read 1-2 apiece.

Entering the second half, another goal from Holly put the girls in the driving seat. Unfortunately, this preceded a period of dominance from the Ballivor goals that led to them scoring 3-2 without reply. In the end, Ballivor came away with the points but Kildalkey can take a lot of heart from their performance. All 16 players participated in the game and they can be pleased with their efforts. Laura played extremely well in goals and had some great defenders in front of her in the shape of Molly, Clodagh, Jacinta, Zoe, Emma and Hannah. The midfielders were excellent throughout with Lydia making some great catches and scoring some fine point while Holly D. was up and down the pitch constantly. Holly R. got some great scores during the match and was ably supported by Chloe, Kate, Sarah, Caitlin, Tyana and Orlagh.

Well done to the girls and we look forward to the match next week!