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πππ Best of luck to the Wicklow Senior Football Team and especially to our very own Sean Murphy as they take on Down in the Tailteann cup final tomorrow! Wicklow GAA Carnew Emmets GAA Club
Part 3: Summer Programme week 1- and what a week it was! πππ¦
Our Summer Programme has been packed with smiles, laughter, creativity and lots of fun!
We've been getting our hands messy with pottery and painting, showing off our green fingers while planting, making music together, exploring ICT, creating our very own calming bunnies, and adding a splash of colour with tie-dye.
We've enjoyed adventures to the park and library, had some very special feathered visitors when the owls came to see us, became mini chefs making delicious pizzas and even rolled up our sleeves to help our local Pride in Carnew. π
Every day has been filled with new experiences, great friendships, plenty of giggles! Roll on week 2! π₯³
Part 2: Summer Programme week 1- and what a week it was! πππ¦
Our Summer Programme has been packed with smiles, laughter, creativity and lots of fun!
We've been getting our hands messy with pottery and painting, showing off our green fingers while planting, making music together, exploring ICT, creating our very own calming bunnies, and adding a splash of colour with tie-dye.
We've enjoyed adventures to the park and library, had some very special feathered visitors when the owls came to see us, became mini chefs making delicious pizzas and even rolled up our sleeves to help our local Pride in Carnew. π
Every day has been filled with new experiences, great friendships, plenty of giggles! Roll on week 2! π₯³
Part 1: Summer Programme week 1- and what a week it was! πππ¦
Our Summer Programme has been packed with smiles, laughter, creativity and lots of fun!
We've been getting our hands messy with pottery and painting, showing off our green fingers while planting, making music together, exploring ICT, creating our very own calming bunnies, and adding a splash of colour with tie-dye.
We've enjoyed adventures to the park and library, had some very special feathered visitors when the owls came to see us, became mini chefs making delicious pizzas and even rolled up our sleeves to help Pride in Carnew in Carnew. π
Every day has been filled with new experiences, great friendships, plenty of giggles! Roll on week 2! π₯³
Last week, our school community came together to celebrate the retirement of our wonderful Principal, Mr. Kevin OβDonnell, after 23 years of dedicated leadership at Scoil AodΓ‘n Naofa.
It was an afternoon filled with gratitude, laughter, music, memories and more than a few tears as pupils, staff, retired staff, the Board of Management, members of the Parents Association, and Kevinβs family gathered to honour someone who has given so much to our school.
Through heartfelt presentations, speeches, poems and music, we celebrated Kevinβs unwavering dedication, kindness and leadership, and thanked him for shaping Scoil AodΓ‘n Naofa into the warm, welcoming and caring school it is today.
Our pupils expressed their appreciation through a selection of performances, including βThe Rattlinβ Bogβ, βHere Comes the Sunβ, βKilleaghβ, βTime of Your Lifeβ, βIβll Be There for Youβ and 'A Million Dreams'. The celebration concluded with a personalised tribute to the tune of βThe Hills of Donegalβ - a fitting farewell to a proud Donegal man who will forever hold a special place in the heart of our school.
Kevin has been so much more than a Principal. He has been a leader, a mentor, a champion for every child, a colleague, a friend, and the heart of our school for over two decades. His kindness, calm guidance and unwavering belief in the potential of every pupil have shaped generations of children and inspired those who have had the privilege of working alongside him.
Kevin, thank you for every word of encouragement, every smile, every challenge overcome, and every decision made with children at its heart.
From everyone at Scoil AodΓ‘n Naofa, we wish you a long, healthy and happy retirement. Thank you for everything. π
βSo raise your voices one and all, let the rafters ring today,
For twenty years of kindness shown in his caring, gentle way.
Heβs rarely cross, includes us all, and helps us stand up tall,
Three cheers for Mr. OβDonnell from the hills of Donegal!β π
A gentleman π we will miss you π
Best wishes in your retirement kevin, I have fond memories of the year I worked there you have a great way with the children and staff, enjoy the next chapter x
Happy retirement Kevin, thanks for everything πβ€οΈ
Wishing you the best of luck in your retirement Kevin.
You will be missed Kevin ♥οΈ
Wishing you health and happiness in your retirement Kevin π
Wishing Kevin the very best in his retirement
Happy retirement Kevin
Wishing Kevin the best in his retirement. Enjoyπ
Wishing you the very best in your retirement Kevin.
Wishing you health and happiness in your retirement Kevin. Bain sult as!
On Wednesday, our school community came together to celebrate our End of Year Mass and to say a very special thank you to Fr. Casey as he prepares for his retirement.
Staff, pupils and parents of Scoil AodΓ‘n Naofa surprised Fr. Casey with a personalised song to the tune of βWay Down in the County Kerryβ - a fitting tribute to our much-loved Kerry man. There wasnβt a dry eye in the church as our school community joined together in gratitude for the kindness, guidance, friendship and joy that Fr. Casey has shared with us over so many years.
Presentations were also made on behalf of our pupils, staff, Parents Association and Board of Management in recognition of Fr. Caseyβs unwavering dedication and commitment to our school community. His support, encouragement, sense of humour and genuine care for every child and family have left a lasting mark on our school, and for that we will be forever grateful.
While we are sad to see him retire, we wish Fr. Casey every happiness, good health and blessing in this new chapter. He will always hold a very special place in the heart of Scoil AodΓ‘n Naofa.
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βOh Fr Casey donβt forget us
Though retirementβs calling now
Youβve baptised us and guided us
And always showed us how.
You are kind and full of laughter
A priest so good and true
And wherever the road leads you now
Donβt forget that we love you.β β€οΈ
Wishing you the very best Fr Casey. You deserve the very best and enjoy your retirement.
Congratulations to Fr. Casey on his retirement. Wishing him many years of health going forward. πππ
The words of that song - covers it all. Well done to song writer.ππΌ Congratulations & Good Luck to Fr Casey. Enjoy your retirement ππππ
A beautiful and emotional end of year mass π.
Have a long and happy retirement
Beautiful photos π
I'm so very sad I missed this mass for Father Casey. We will really miss him! He also had a great sense of humour! ππππ₯²ππ»ππ»
Enjoy your retirement
Wishing you the very best in your retirement fr Casey
Margaret Hinchliffe
π Congratulations to Darragh Kavanagh, who won β¬155 in our final Split the Pot draw of the school year! ππ
π©΅ A big thank you to everyone who supported our fundraiser throughout the year. Your continued support is greatly appreciated and helps our school in so many ways.
βοΈ Wishing everyone a wonderful summer! Split the Pot will be back in September.
Well done
π Congratulations to our Summer Merit Award Draw Winners! π
Every week, pupils who receive a Merit Award are entered into our Merit Award Draw. π
Well done to our lucky Summer winners! πβ Keep up the fantastic work!
Well done Alfie π and gang.
Junior and Senior Infants had a fantastic day on their tour to Woodfield House this week! They had great fun exploring, learning, and taking part in lots of exciting activities.
Take a look at the photos to see some of the wonderful things they got up to throughout the day.
The children were exceptionally well behaved and represented our school brilliantly. Well done, everyone!
Cristíona Uidhir Looks like a fun day for Alfie
Congratulations to the Carnew Emmetβs U9s Football team who proudly showed off their cup today having been crowned champions in the Gaultier Blitz in Waterford at the weekend!
Well done boys great chaps on a winning streak π π
Good man Jack and lads, brilliant π
Junior and Senior Infants had a fantastic day on their tour to Woodfield House yesterday! They had great fun exploring, learning, and taking part in lots of exciting activities.
Take a look at the photos to see some of the wonderful things they got up to throughout the day.
The children were exceptionally well behaved and represented our school brilliantly. Well done, everyone!
What a fun-filled day on our 1st Class tour! πβοΈπ
Lots of smiles, laughter and great memories made with friends. ππ
π Split the Pot Winner π
Congratulations to Mick Hennessy, who is this week's Split the Pot winner, taking home β¬150! ππ°
Congratulations also to our Happy Seller Prize winner! π
Thank you to everyone who supports our draw each week. Your continued support is greatly appreciated and helps make it a success.
Well done Michael Hennessey π
Well done Michael π
Well done everyone who earned a merit award this week β brilliant work and well deserved! ππ
Kate Travers
Wicklow County Council and Carnew Town Team invite you to share your views on the future of Carnew and help shape improvements for our town.
Your views matter and will help identify what Carnew needs for the future.
Do we need:
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More inclusive community facilities?
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Better amenities for children and teenagers?
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Improved accessibility for older residents and those with mobility needs?
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Safer streets and footpaths?
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More activities, services and opportunities for all ages?
Whether itβs better facilities, parking, safer streets, support for local businesses, community activities, or ideas for young people β your opinion matters and this is your opportunity to have your voice heard.
To find out more:
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Community Drop-In Event
ποΈ Tuesday 23rd June 2026
π²οΈ St. Brigidβs Hall, Carnew
β° 1.30pm β 3.00pm & 5.00pm β 8.00pm
If you canβt make it on the day, you can still complete the survey online using the QR code on the flyer or
π Complete the survey online here: buff.ly/X4cnSK6
πΏποΈ Ballymoney Beach Clean-Up ποΈπΏ
Our Green Schools Committee had a fantastic day at Ballymoney Beach on Monday, 15th June, taking part in a beach clean-up with Ms. Collier and Ms. Sandra Farrell.
The children worked hard collecting litter and helping to keep our beautiful local beach clean and safe for everyone to enjoy. It was a wonderful opportunity to learn about caring for the environment while making a positive difference in our community.
A big thank you to everyone involved for their enthusiasm and hard work. We are very proud of our Green Schools Committee and their commitment to protecting our environment! πβ»οΈ
π The future of STEM is certainly bright in Scoil AodΓ‘n Naofa! π
We were delighted to learn today that Scoil AodΓ‘n Naofa has been awarded the Research Ireland Curious Minds Gold Award for excellence in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). π
We are proud to be one of just six schools in County Wicklow to achieve a Gold Award this year, and even prouder that this is our 7th consecutive year receiving this recognition.
This award reflects the enthusiasm, creativity and hard work of our pupils and staff throughout the year. A special thank you to Ms Dunne for coordinating our application. π β
Well done to everyone involved! π¬π§ͺπ»π
Well done to you allππ
ππ Congratulations to Eamonn Doyle, our Split the Pot winner this week, taking home a fantastic β¬160! πΆπ
π Well done also to our two lucky Seller Prize Winners ποΈπ
A huge thank you to everyone who supported the draw. Your continued support is greatly appreciated! π
β¨οΈOur courageous cailΓnΓ who represented Wicklow at the Leinster camogie blitz on Wednesday in Ratheniska Co. Laois. You have done us & yourselves so proud once again! What a fantastic bunch π
Well done all involved πππ
Well done girlsπ
Well done girls
Well done girls.
Well done girl's