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Coláiste Gleann Lí sixth year students on their graduation day with Deputy Principal Paudie Fleming, Principal Liam McGill and Mayor Of Tralee, Terry O’Brien.
THE sixth year students of Coláiste Gleann Lí said farewell to their fellow students and teachers in an emotional graduation ceremony held at the school on Thursday.
It was clear from the decorations in the hall that intricate planning went into the occasion, where students, their families and staff gathered to hear Brendan O’Sullivan playing a beautiful rendition on his guitar to kick off proceedings.
Chairperson of the Student Council, Lily O’Sullivan set the tone and led the graduation with heartfelt words reflecting on friendship, values and making a difference in the world.
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Candles were lit by Evie Faggetter, Ajni Gazidede, Mark O’Regan and Tamica O’Connor and a procession of meaningful symbols were presented by Tommy O’Connor, Fionn Bermingham, Matthew Dolan, Cruz Bauschlicher and Brendan O’Sullivan to honour their time in Coláiste Gleann Lí.
Ms. Reidy, year head, addressed the graduates and urged them to remember that the lessons that they have learned will serve them well in the future as they navigate the challenges that come with life.
Mayor of Tralee Cllr Terry O’Brien receives a bell from Principal of Coláiste Gleann Lí Liam McGill, to mark his departure from the Board of Management after 25 years. Also included is Deputy Principal Paudie Fleming. Photo by Dermot Crean
Carla Foley composed and read a poem reflecting on their time in school as ‘a thousand piece puzzle we found where we fit, Adapting to and embracing a global pandemic and more….’
Peter Duggan, Wiktoria Skotak, Owen McCrohan, Ameerah Clifford and Hasia Ní Thóibín Breathnach also spoke so eloquently about their time in the school and thanked the teachers, SNAs and ancillary staff for their support each and every day.
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Mayor of Tralee, Cllr Terry O’Brien was gifted a bell to mark his departure from the Board of Management after 25 years.
The joyful ceremony closed with a speech from the Principal Mr. Liam McGill who thanked the students and their parents/guardians for their commitment and diligence over the years.
He also commended the students on their resilience through the Covid 19 pandemic and online learning, reminding students that there were in first year when the pandemic hit.
Mr. McGill also reiterated the opening speech by reminding students of the endless possibilities that lie within themselves and urged them to never sell themselves short. Scroll down for photos…
Student of the Year Peter Duggan with Doreen and Kieran Duggan, Deputy Principal Paudie Fleming and Principal Liam McGill on graduation day. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Coláiste Gleann Lí sixth year students Adam Gondzik, Lily O’Sullivan and Brendan O’Sullivan on their graduation day on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Coláiste Gleann Lí sixth year students Fionn Bermingham, Conor Morrison, Tommy O’Connor, Cruz Bauschlicher and Mark Quinn on their graduation day on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Coláiste Gleann Lí sixth year students Hasis Tobin Walsh, Owen McCrohan and Kady Dowling on their graduation day on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
Coláiste Gleann Lí sixth year students Jamie Roche, Matthew Dolan and Paige Tuohy on their graduation day on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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Coláiste Gleann Lí sixth year students Peter Duggan, Brendan O’Sullivan, Mary Butcher and Adam Gondzik on their graduation day on Thursday. Photo by Dermot Crean
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