.Former CBS The Green student Denis Brosnan from Ballymac who achieved 725 points in his Leaving Cert, outside the school on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean
IT’S been a long wait, but students who sat their exams in Tralee schools back in June finally received their Leaving Certificate results on Friday morning.
While the results can be accessed online and mailed out to students, some schools in town invited them in to meet with former classmates and discuss the results.
At CBS The Green, one student was celebrating top marks, achieving 725 points. Denis Brosnan from Ballymac received seven H1s and was understandably delighted with his results.
“I was nervous this morning as you never know really, but I had put in the work so I thought I did well. Seven H1s was more than I expected though!” said Denis, who plans on studying Finance at UCC.
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“He deserved it,” said his proud mother, Doris Blackwell. “He worked extremely hard and it paid off. He’s very grateful to all his teachers and the staff at CBS The Green who helped him along the way,” said Doris.
Principal of CBS The Green, Anne O’Callaghan, congratulated Denis and all the students on their results.
“He’s an outstanding young man, it’s the first time we’ve had a student receiving 725 points at the school. We had a number of students with over 600 points and they deserve it,” said Ms O’Callaghan who wished all the students well in their quest for third-level places.
It was the final time students gathered at the Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí in Moyderwell to receive their results (their new school near UHK will be ready well before next year’s Leaving Cert).
Óisín Palmer and Óisín Ó Muirí discuss their results at Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean
Students met up and were greeted by some teaching staff and Príomhoide Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí, Ruairí Ó Cinnéide.
“We are delighted with the results achieved by this year’s Leaving Certificate students at and we congratulate them on their success,” said Mr Ó Cinnéide.
“Following a challenging final two years to their second level education, it is great to see their hard work rewarded with such exceptional results. Overall the students and their families are extremely happy with their achievements and we are extremely proud of all our students.
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“Notably over 70% of the students in Gaelcholaiste Chiarraí achieved over 400 points, while three students achieved the maximum 625 points,” he added.
Over at Presentation Secondary School, Principal, Chrissie Kelly, congratulated the students and wished the well for the future.
Presentation Secondary School Principal Chrissie Kerry with former students Ciara Landers, Cáit Rice and Freya O’Connor at the school on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean
“Considering the two years the girls have put down, they showed tremendous resilience and received excellent results,” she said.
“Many achieved better results than they thought they would. Everyone who has come in to us is exceptionally happy today, which is testament to the hard work they put in. We’re extremely proud of all the students,” added the Principal.
Over in Mercy Mounthawk, a large crowd of students came to the school to meet up and discuss their results. Principal John O’Roarke was effusive in his praise for the students and the work they put in over the years.
.Mercy Mounthawk students who received 625 points in their Leaving Cert, at the school on Friday morning. From left; Eimear Litchfield, Tim Pollmann-Daamen, Conor Bradshaw, Zakariya Al-Janabi, Cathy Dwyer, Ellen Cooke and Jack Dakissia. Photo by Dermot Crean
“We’re very pleased with this year’s results. The students acquitted themselves very well under conditions that were difficult for them over the past few years. We had a number of students who achieved 625 points,” he said.
“I hope that when the offers of places come out on September 8 that all students get their chosen course. However, I want to remind students that there are numerous pathways to their destination and that is something they need to remember as they await offers of college places,” added Mr O’Roarke. Scroll down for photos…
Leaving Cert results recipients Tadhg Reen, Nathan Moriarty O’Shea, TJ Heaphy and Adam Sheehy at CBS The Green on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Leaving Cert results recipients Jack Dakissia and Michael Casey at Mercy Mounthawk on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanPriomhoide Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Ruairí Ó Cinnéide with former students Saoirse Ní Mhaoldomhnaigh, Ciara Ní Chroidheáin and Aoibhín Ní Chorradháin at Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Leaving Cert results recipients Swithin Pais, Jack Clapham and Tommy Burns at CBS The Green on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanLeaving Cert results recipients Samuel Aladesanusa, Katelyn Leen and Kirby Anne Ryan at Mercy Mounthawk on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Leaving Cert results recipients Seán and Tim Pollmann-Daamen at Mercy Mounthawk on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanLeaving Cert results recipients Jude Carthy, Kealan Downey and Niall Heaton at CBS The Green on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Reviewing their Leaving Cert results at Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí on Friday morning were Emma Nic Gearailt, Máire Sabhaois and Róisín Ní Mhaolaoidh. Photo by Dermot CreanLeaving Cert results recipients Alex Sheridan, Daragh Moriarty and Gavin Flaherty at Mercy Mounthawk on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Leaving Cert results recipients Brian McElligott and Ellen Cooke at Mercy Mounthawk on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanLeaving Cert results recipients Matas Balsys and Daire Yeates at Mercy Mounthawk on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Leaving Cert results recipient Amy Samy with her mom Rasha Amin at Mercy Mounthawk on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot CreanLeaving Cert results recipients Alayna Gannon, Aoife O’Connor, Ali Lane and Eabha Murphy, at Mercy Mounthawk on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean.Leaving Cert results recipient Jack Dakissia with his mom Mary Brosnan at Mercy Mounthawk on Friday morning. Photo by Dermot Crean..
Tralee Rugby Club officially kicks off its 22/23 season this weekend and the club is calling on young people all around Tralee and surrounding areas from aged 6 upwards to check out the many membership options that the club has to offer.
First up is ‘minis’ training which kicks off this Saturday 3rd September from 10am-11am at John Mitchell’s GAA club.
This is a fun-filled, non-competitive training session for boys and girls aged between 6 and 12. With a fantastic team of coaches, children will learn all the basic skills of rugby and teamwork through non-contact activities. To find out more about minis rugby contact Helen Costello on 0872034817.
The youth age groups – boys and girls aged from U14 to U18 also kicks off and all teams are actively welcoming any young people who would be interested in trying out rugby for the first time. No experience needed, just come along and give it a go!
The senior men’s team will line out for their first competitive match of the season this Sunday as they take on Castleisland RFC away at 2.30pm. All support for the team is most welcome on the day.
Commenting on the new season, Rob Durran, Chairman of Tralee Rugby Club said; “It’s a brand-new season so it’s a great time to welcome new members. Over the summer, we’ve been working hard to deliver some exciting improvements in the club. We’ve just completed a major re-development of pitch 1, which will be ready to go for next season. We’ve also launched our new app and will have lots more to come over the coming months.”
He added; “Rugby is a fantastic sport to get involved in. It is non-contact until the age of 12 and offers so many benefits – fitness, friendships, trips away and hopefully some silverware along the way. We’re seeing more and more of our players go on to great success with some of our U18 boys and girls lining out for Munster Rugby this year, which is hugely exciting for the players, their families and the club itself.”
A full list of contact details is below and further information can be found on the Tralee Rugby Club app or by visiting TraleeRFC on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter.
Minis: Helen Costello (087) 203 4817
U14, u16, U18 Boys: Tom Cronin (086) 359 3704
U14, U16, U18 girls: Brian (Tigger) O’Dowd (087) 353 0434
.Ms Claire Fitzgerald’s (left) junior infants class at Holy Family on their first day at school. Also included is Principal Maria O’Regan and SNA Mary Kerins. Photo by Dermot Crean
SMILING faces were in abundance at Scoil Eoin Balloonagh and Holy Family NS for the junior infants first day at school on Thursday.
Ms Donovan, Ms Griffin and Ms Reidy will have around 70 pupils in their three classes at the town’s largest primary school, Scoil Eoin.
Meanwhile, across the road in Holy Family, 36 boys and girls will be taught in Ms Daly and Ms Fitzgerald’s classes in the year to come.
It didn’t take long for them all to settle in and get to know a set of friends which they’ll see a lot of over the coming years. Scroll down for photos…
Ms Veronica Donovan’s junior infants class at Scoil Eoin on their first day at school. Also included is SNA Catherine Donohue (left). Photo by Dermot Crean.Ms Reidy’s junior infants class at Scoil Eoin on their first day at school. Also included is SNA Therese Greaney (left). Photo by Dermot CreanMs Laura Daly’s (centre) junior infants class at Holy Family on their first day at school. Also included is Principal Maria O’Regan and SNA Denise McGrath. Photo by Dermot Crean.Ms Aileen Griffin’s junior infants class at Scoil Eoin on their first day at school. Also included is SNA Peggy Sweeney (left). Photo by Dermot Crean.
KIRBY’s Brogue Inn has once again been shortlisted for ‘Ireland’s Favourite Roast’ competition.
The shortlist for Ireland’s Favourite Roast has been announced and the Brogue has been nominated in the Munster region along with four other venues. The Brogue Inn has won the Munster title on two occasions.
In total, there are 15 venues across the county, which will be mystery dined over the coming weeks.
The competition, run in association with Knorr, will see The Brogue Inn and the other venues scored on the quality and taste of their carvery offering as well as value for money.
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The other nominees are The Elm Tree, Glounthune, Cork; Fitzgerald’s Woodlands House Hotel & Spa, Adare, Co Limerick; Mulcahy’s Bar & Restaurant, Clonmel, Co Tipperary and The Barn, Glanmire, Co Cork.
Following the mystery dining phase, provincial winners will be announced in late September. Each of three provincial winners will then by visited by a special guest judge, who will help decide who the overall winner of Ireland’s Favourite Roast competition.
A STATUS Yellow Rain warning for Ireland has been issued by Met Éireann.
Met Éireann say high rainfall amounts this weekend may cause disruption with the warning valid from 9pm on Saturday to 12 noon on Sunday.
Looking more locally, tonight is looking to be a wet one in Kerry with heavy showers. It’ll clear up in the morning for a while, but it’ll be a showery Saturday afternoon and evening.
Those heavy showers will continue overnight but should clear to make for a dry and pleasant afternoon before the rain returns that night.
Billy Ryle says Kerry’s 2022 Leaving Cert Class can celebrate superb results but must also keep a close eye on a fast-moving timeline…
RESULTS ARE OUT
The long wait for 61,107 Leaving Cert candidates (58,056 LC Established & 3,051 LC Applied), including 2,009 candidates from Kerry (1,902 LC Established & 107 LC Applied) finally ended at 10am today when results were issued by the State Examinations Commission (SEC) directly to candidates through the Candidate Self Service Portal (CSSP) at www.examinations.ie. Leaving Cert results were also available in candidates’ schools at 10am.
POST MARKING ADJUSTMENT
Following a ‘linear adjustment’ to ensure that the 2022 Leaving Cert results would be no lower than last year’s exceptional results, this year’s results are on par with the 2021 results.
After the marking of exam scripts, results in 2022 were lower than in 2021 right across the board. In order to raise the results to the 2021 level, additional marks were added to all exam scores on a gradually reducing scale from 11% at the bottom to 2.7% at the top of the scale.
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No marks were adjusted downward. Of the 410,161 grades awarded in the traditional Leaving Cert, 50.5% increased by one gradeand 49.5% remained unchanged.
In the final analysis, the overall results this year are at the very high grades levels of 2021. For example, 14.3% of grades were at H1 level in 2021. This year its 14.4%.
CELEBRATE
The outstanding results are likely to keep CAO points at last year’s high level, but that’s an issue for next Thursday.
Today is a day for celebrating the achievement. Considering the hardship endured by the 2022 Leaving Cert cohort, they have done themselves and the country proud!
SUPERB
Leaving Cert results in Kerry are superb. Offers of third level college places will pour into the region when Round One is issued by the CAO at 2pm next Thursday, 8th Sept.
It looks as if Kerry’s CAO applicants will be top of the class in securing college places. More than 70% of Kerry’s Leaving Cert candidates are likely to progress to higher education. A further 20% will secure places in Further Education, Apprenticeships and Traineeships.
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DEFERRED SITTING
For a number of reasons, the Leaving Cert results were issued late this year. There was a deferred sitting of the Leaving Cert exam in July for students unable to sit exams in June due to serious accident, injury or illness, close family bereavement or Covid-19.
A total of 397 candidates sat the deferred exam, having missed out in June – 270 due to Covid, 43 due to a bereavement and 84 due to serious illness. More examiners were also needed and the SEC found it difficult to recruit a sufficient number of examiners this year.
COMMITMENT
The Government also gave a commitment that the 2022 Leaving Cert exam results would be, on aggregate, no lower than the 2021 results.
The SEC said that this extra time was needed to ensure that the results were adjusted accordingly. The Government has fulfilled this commitment but the consequences for CAO applicants won’t be known until next Thursday.
TIMELINE
Because of the late exam results, this year’s timelines for candidates to apply to view scripts and to lodge their appeal applications are very tight and moving faster than sprinter Israel Olatunde.
The SEC maintains that these timelines are essential to ensure that the remaining stages of the appeal process can be completed as quickly as possible.
I sincerely hope that the appeal results will be issued in time for candidates, who benefit from a CAO offer as a result of an upgrade, to take up the offer this year rather than having to defer it until 2023.
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MARKS
Candidates can see their marks, including marks for each subject component on the CSSP from 12.00 on Tuesday, 6th September.
Candidates can apply on the CSSP to view their scripts online from 17.00 on Tues, 6th Sept. until 20.00 on Wed., 7th Sept. It’s well worth viewing your marked scripts before deciding to appeal any subject(s) results.
VIEWING SCRIPTS
Both scripts marked manually and scripts marked online will be available to candidates for viewing.
In the case of the former, each candidate will be assigned one of three sessions on Sat., 10th Sept. Session One is from 9.00 to 11.00, Session Two is from 12.00 to 14.00 and Session Three takes place from 15.00 to 17.00.
Online access to view scripts that were marked online will also be available from 9.00 on Sat., 10thSept. to 12.00 on Sunday, 11th September.
GRADES APPEAL
Any candidate who wishes to submit an appeal application against an awarded grade – commonly called ‘applying for a recheck’ – can do so on the CSSP between 9.00 on Sat., 10thSept. and 12.00 on Mon., 12th Sept.
Until such time as the number of appeals is known, the SEC won’t commit to a specific date for publishing the appeal results.
CAO DATA
Latest CAO data confirms a final figure of 83,803 applicants, down slightly from 84,526 in 2021. 2,505 applicants have applied to CAO from County Kerry. That’s a 3% increase on the 2021 figure of 2,424.
The blue riband courses are again in high demand and will require high points to secure a course offer. However, with over 50,000 places on offer this year, applicants can be very hopeful of a college offer.
CAO ROUND ONE
To date, 11,345 offers have been issued by CAO in Round A and Round Zero to 9,256 special category applicants.
For all other successful applicants, Round One, the main round of offers, will be available online on 8th September at 14.00 and successful applicants will also receive offer notification by email and text message.
You can only accept one offer, in any round of offers, from either the Level 8 List (Honours Bachelor Degree) or the Level 7/6 List (Ordinary Bachelor Degree/Higher Certificate).
You may accept a Round One offer online until 15.00 on Wednesday, 14th September. An offer automatically lapses unless you accept it on time. Round Two offers will be available online at 10.00 on 19th September.
The very best of luck to all candidates getting Leaving Cert results on Friday.
SEC/CAO TIMELINE 2022
✓ Fri., 2nd Sept: Leaving Cert results issued online at 10.00
✓ Tues., 6th Sept: Candidates can see their marks on the CSSP from 12.00
✓ Tues., 6th Sept: Online application to view exam scripts opens at 17.00
✓ Wed., 7th Sept: Online application to view exam scripts closes at 20.00
✓ Thurs., 8th Sept: CAO Round One offers online from 14.00
✓ Fri., 9th Sept: CAO available place facility opens at 12.00
✓ Sat., 10th Sept: viewing of scripts marked manually from 9.00 to 11.00 (Session 1)
✓ Sat., 10th Sept: viewing of scripts marked manually from 12.00 to 14.00 (Session 2)
✓ Sat., 10th Sept: viewing of scripts marked manually from 15.00 to 17.00 (Session 3)
✓ Sat., 10th Sept: viewing of scripts marked online from 9.00
✓ Sat., 10th Sept: application to appeal open at 9.00
✓ Sun. 11th Sept: viewing of scripts marked online closes at 12.00
✓ Mon. 12th Sept: application to appeal closes at 12.00
✓ Wed., 14th Sept: accept Round One offer by 15.00
✓ Mon., 19th Sept: CAO Round Two offers online at 10.00
✓ Wed., 21st Sept: accept Round Two offers by 15.00
✓ Tues., 27th Sept: CAO Round Three offers online at 10.00
✓ Thurs., 29th Sept: accept Round Three offers by 15.00
✓ TBC: results of Leaving Cert appeals released
✓ Many Post-Leaving Cert (PLC) Courses still have vacancies
✓ Apply now to State Agencies for training courses
✓ Many schools cater for repeat Leaving Cert students
✓ The confidential help line free phone number is 1800 265 165
✓ Good luck to all candidates getting Leaving Cert results today
• Billy Ryle is a Career Guidance Counsellor and Educational Commentator
.Launching the Comfort for Chemo Kerry Hope Social at the Ballyroe Heights Hotel were Deputy General Manager of the Ballyroe Heights Hotel Patrick Windle, Therese Carroll, Mairead Carroll, Mary Fitzgerald and Elaine Kinsella of Comfort For Chemo Kerry. Photo by Dermot Crean
HERE’S something to look forward to this winter.
Comfort for Chemo Kerry has announced the launch of the Inaugural Hope Social which will be held on November 12 in Ballyroe Heights Hotel.
Proceeds from the Hope Social will help Comfort for Chemo Kerry in their aim to build, equip and provide comfort for patients undergoing Chemotherapy in a purpose build state of the art Chemotherapy unit within the grounds of UHK.
“We would love for people to join us for dinner, ceol agus craic,” said Mary Fitzgerald of Comfort for Chemo Kerry. “The people of Kerry are always so generous and supportive of the charity and we are humbled by their response to this very worthy cause.”
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“MC for the night will be our wonderful patrons Elaine Kinsella and Billy Keane so entertainment and a good old story is guaranteed. We will have a few surprise guests on the night along with spot prizes and a monster raffle,” said Mary.
Drinks reception is at 6 pm followed by dinner at 7pm. Music on the night will be provided by the brilliant Pat Fitz Band followed by a Disco with DJ Donal. Tickets will go on sale on Saturday September 10 at €70 each.
For further information on tickets please contact 087 1757885 or email info@comfortforchemokerry.com
A STATUS Yellow Rain warning for Ireland has been issued by Met Éireann.
Billy Ryle says Kerry’s 2022 Leaving Cert Class can celebrate superb results but must also keep a close eye on a fast-moving timeline…