The Celebration of Culture and Inclusion is a chance to recognise and celebrate the different countries and cultures that are represented in our school and community. The evening will feature song, dance, music, poetry and the chance to sample food from many different countries, including Ireland. We will be welcoming a special guest for the event, Dr Manizha Khan. Dr Khan and her family are originally from Afghanistan. She is a dentist by profession. In fact, she was the dean of a dental school in the city of Herat in Afghanistan but she and her family fled to Ireland because their lives were under threat from the regime in the country. Apart from being a dentist in Cork she is also a School of Sanctuary Ambassador and we are delighted she will be able to join us.
Admission is free. Please feel free to join us for what is sure to be a memorable night.
We thank Pól Ó Síodhcháin, Principal MCS for sharing the following selection of wonderful photos firstly recording the victory of the superb Millstreet Community School Team at the Munster Schools’ Senior Football Final in Rathkeale, Co. Limerick on Monday, 4th March 2024 and secondly permitting us to view the splendid celebration at MCS on Wednesday morning, 6th March when the victorious Team were applauded by All and treated to a special celebratory breakfast to which further Guests were also invited. Tap on the images to enlarge. (S.R.)
Sincere congratulations to the victorious Millstreet Community School Team – Munster Senior Football Champions 2024.
Such is the wonderful dedication of the Students and Teachers involved in the upcoming “Say Cheese” Drama Performance this week that they attended Rehearsals at the School on both Saturday and Sunday in preparation for the much anticipated production on this Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Every success to All. Tap on the images to enlarge. (S.R.) [read more …] “Dedicated Rehearsals for “Say Cheese” at Millstreet Community School”
Everyone has heard of the Green Glens Arena but now we also have the Millstreet Community School Arena (!!) where the wonderful Gym at the School has been magically transformed into such a magnificent Concert Hall for tonight’s greatly anticipated “Party with Marty” (1st Dec. 2023) with doors opening at 7pm and the Show beginning at 7.30pm. What a truly special night is envisaged. Tap on the images (which Pól kindly provided) to enlarge. (S.R.)
We would like to invite anyone who wishes to attend our special 50th anniversary Flag-Raising event on Friday morning at 10:45am in Millstreet Community School.
We’ll have music, special cake and tea/coffee for our visitors. An exhibition of old photos will be in the school for everyone to see and they can visit our top-class facilities also. Past pupils may be interested in seeing how the school looks now!
The Party with Marty is taking place on Friday, December 1st 2023 and is a celebration of 50 years of Millstreet Community School. Marty Morrissey hosts an evening of conversation, music and song. Not your ordinary school show!
Full line-up (subject to change):
· MCS Past, Present & Future: Principal, Mr. Pól Ó Síodhcháin, Deputy Principal, Mrs. Frances Moynihan are joined by Past-Principal, Mr. Pat Piggott and Past-Deputy Principal, Mr. Colman Culhane to chat with Marty about the past, present and future of the school.
· Linda Desmond, elite boxer & Past Pupil. Linda won the elite light welterweight championship in Dublin last week.
· Traditional Music from The Linehan Family Musicians
· Stories from 1973: Members of the very first Class of 1973: Pádraig O’Driscoll, Frank Kirk, Mary Randles, Sandra Dineen & Christy Dennehy
· Millstreet Comhaltas: Trad session, Ballads & Set-Dancing (Current & Past Pupils and others)
INTERVAL
· Moments with Marty: Current First Year Students Ask the Questions!
· Marty in conversation with Jennifer Kelly and Sarah-Louise Bourke (Past Pupils)
· Music from Oleksii Shemshur, Concert Pianist from Ukraine & Current Student.
· MCS, Community & Business: Derry Sheehan (Millstreet Tidy Towns & Current Parent), Donagh O’Sullivan (formerly of Galliard Homes, London & Past Pupil) & Elizabeth O’Sullivan ( Past Parent)
· Dance from AJTF Dance Troupe
· Sport & Scholars: Shane Hickey (U20 All-Ireland Football Winner), Maeve Flynn (current student & Irish Pentathlete), Ally Moynihan (current student & Champion Gymnast), Tomás Cronin, Sheelagh-Jessica Gilbourne, Amy Hickey and Alex Ducey (all Leaving Cert Class of 2023 and current UCC Quercus Scholars).
· Niamh Kavanagh, Eurovision winner for Ireland in Millstreet, 1993 (Noel C. Duggan hopes to join us to have a chat with Marty & Niamh about Eurovision 1993) Niamh performs a Eurovision-themed set with plenty to get the crowd going! And yes, she will sing ‘In Your Eyes’ in Millstreet again! Niamh will be joined for half of her set by a choir of 50 current students and staff.
This is not a fundraiser! Ticket price covers stage hire and production costs only (even at that, we will not break even!). This is a night for the community to enjoy.
Spot prizes, generously donated by local businesses, will be given out by Marty on the night.
Complimentary tea/coffee will be served. There will be a tuck shop with water, minerals etc.
Parking is in the Bus Park at the back of the school or in Green Glens Arena (thanks to Thomas Duggan for use of this). Please note that the car park at the front of the school is reserved for staff and invited guests only.
Come along and enjoy an alternative once-off night out! Why wouldn’t you! This is not to be missed!
For providing us with such a wonderfully comprehensive preview of the upcoming truly historic occasion we thank Chris Horan PR & Website Coordinator Millstreet Community School Pobalscoil Sráid a’MhuilinnFirst Day at MCS in the 1970s.
We thank Chris Horan for sharing this excellent “Reeling Back the Years” video in preparation for the very special 50th Anniversary Concert at Millstreet Community School on Friday, 1st Dec. 2023 for which tickets are now on sale. To view this superb video click HERE. (S.R.)
We thank Pól Ó Síodhcháin for the following update regarding tonight’sFashion Show at Millstreet Community School:
A limited number of tickets, priced at €10 each, are available to purchase in shops in Millstreet as well as directly from the school. Tickets are available online at Eventbrite via this link:
We would like to thank the huge number of local businesses that have sponsored the show and/or donated spot prizes for the raffle.
It promises to be a great night out, showcasing fashion from several shops and designers.
Tap on the Poster to enlarge. (S.R.)
Doors open at 7.30pm on the night for an 8.00pm start. A tuck shop selling a selection of sweets, crisps, minerals, water, and tea/coffee will be in operation on the night.
We look forward to welcoming everyone back to MCS for our first community event since before the pandemic!
Millstreet Community School are holding a Water Action Day on Friday 3rd March as part of their Green Schools Programme. MCS students will take part in a “Walk for Water” through the grounds of Drishane and back to the school on Friday afternoon to highlight the importance of Water – a resource which we all too often take for granted.
After a gap of three years, we are delighted to be able to hold the table quiz on 27th January 2023 in The Wallis Arms. €40/table of four.
Rachel Dineen and Holly Dunne are 5th year students at Millstreet Community School. They will be travelling to Lourdes with the Irish Pilgrimage Trust for a week during their Easter holidays to act as helpers with Group 126 .
Group 126, like every other ‘group’ that takes part in this pilgrimage raises money to pay for all the young people with special needs who travel with them to Lourdes. Once Rachel and Holly’s travel/accommodation costs have been covered, all other money raised will be put towards Group 126’s fundraising efforts.
Thank you for your support.
We thank John Magee for this important feature. Tap on the image to enlarge. (S.R.)
Shaykh Dr Umar Al-Qadri (Founder and Chairperson of Irish Musim Peace and Integration Council)
Reverend Alison Gallagher (Methodist Minister for Killarney, Kenmare and Millstreet)
Canon John Fitzgerald, P.P., Millstreet
Four of the Special Guests who appear on the excellent “A Time to Remember” November Video which has been produced by Millstreet Community School. We thank Chaplain John Magee for sharing this feature. (S.R.)
On Friday, 22nd Oct. 2021 Students and Teachers at Millstreet Community School truly celebrated Halloween 2021 in a wonderfully creative manner. Here we share some twenty images from the Annual Event. Tap on the photos to enlarge. (S.R.) [read more …] “Celebrating Halloween 2021 at Millstreet Community School”
Sincere congratulations to the Leaving Cert Class of 2021 on achieving such outstanding results. Pictured here are four Students who received the maximum 625 points. Included also are some of the Teaching Staff. Front from left Darragh Kelleher, Diarmuid Cronin, Daniel and James Buckley. Back row, from left: Frances Moynihan (Deputy Principal), Eileen Lyons, Claire English, Janice Norton, Chris Horan, Kevin O’Neill and Pól Ó Síodhcháin, Principal. Tap on the images to enlarge. At 9.50pm on Tues. 7th Sept. on “Radio Treasures”on www.corkmusicstation.com we hear a brief Interview with Pól. (S.R.)Darragh Kelleher, Diarmuid Cronin, Daniel and James Buckley….achieved the maximum 625 points.
We thank Pól Ó Síodhcháin and Millstreet Community School for sharing this truly magnificent video which is now live on YouTube and has been viewed over 350 times in first few hours!! (S.R.) To view please tap on this link: https://t.co/OWt8TPhSXp?amp=1
“I’m Still Standing”, presented by TY Students & Niamh Kavanagh…Video Launch. Since March 2020, our community in Millstreet and beyond has endured much suffering & hardship. This is our thank you to everyone who has supported us…We’re Still Standing!
Niamh Kavanagh delights All at Millstreet Community School on Friday, 21st may 2021 when with the Students this magnificent YouTube video was recorded and has gone LIVE on 3rd June 2021.
School Band providing magnificent backing for Niamh and Students.Presentation to Niamh from Principal Pól.
‘Our School, One World – Culture and Diversity in Millstreet Community School’
We thank MCS Teachers John Magee and Chris Horan for the following feature. (S.R.)
This presentation was launched on 22nd April 2021. It features contributions from past pupils, current students and teachers from Millstreet Community School, members of the local community, and others with a more national profile. The purpose of the event was to celebrate the different nationalities represented in the school, highlight the value of cultural diversity, what can be done to encourage it and how we as individuals and as a society can challenge racism. One may view the Video here:
Footage of the official opening of Alps Electric, at Millstreet Community School in 1988. Speakers are Albert Reynolds (Minister for Industry and Commerce), Craig Shaffey (Alps), Sakumo Kamikoto (Alps), Frank Crowley (Chairman Cork County Council), Ken Brennan (Millstreet Community Council), presentations by Noel C Duggan, Tom Meaney, and Noel Buckley, and lots of familiar faces. Filmed by LTV Carriganima.
Recently a most impressive “Lockdown Live” presentation was held on Zoom during which many very talented Students of Millstreet Community School participated in a most enjoyable Show displaying a magnificent range of talent in the world of music, song, outdoor games and novelty acts. It was introduced by Principal, Pól Ó Síodhcháin with members of Staff commenting and judging the various performances. The music and singing was excellent as well as the outdoor sports while one Student presented a superb ability to solve a Rubik Cube puzzle in record time and another Student proved the true magic of music from a tin whistle. It is hoped to have a further presentation in time to come. Well, well done to All who participated. Check out full details of MCS Updates on https://www.millstreetcommunityschool.ie/
The very impressive opening title of the Presentation. (S.R.)
Millstreet Community School is proud to present Advent-A Journey of Hope. This celebration is open to all within our community and beyond. Join us for a service of hope, accompanied by music and reflection from 7pm on Thursday, December 17th 2020.
We thank Pól Ó Síodhcháin for this feature. Tap on the poster to enlarge. (S.R.)
No registration required. Join with the passcode below. Your details will not be displayed on screen at any stage during this service (you are essentially attending a webinar for the duration).
The service will be recorded and broadcast on the school YouTube channel, MillstreetCS TV, again over the Christmas holidays.
We look forward to bringing you with us on our Journey of Hope.
“Radio Treasures” is on air tonight (Tues., 24th Nov. 2020) on Cork Music Station from 9.30 to 11.00. We feature our regular items with a splendid blend of uplifting songs and music… tonight we feature a selection of songs and music with lots of variety as well as lots of interesting musings and words of wisdom. Included in tonight’s programme:
Our 10pm feature tonight places focus on the Virtual Launch of the hugely impressive Millstreet Community School App. We chat with School Principal, Pól Ó Siodhcháin and Deputy Principal, Frances Moynihan.
We chat about a fascinating collection of 1962 images relating to Kilcorney very kindly presented by Bernard Spain of Corbally in Limerick.
We celebrate the Millstreet connection with Tipperary Star Footballer, Colin O’Riordan….and we listen to his inspiring after match interview at 9.45pm.
We salute the new American President Elect and Vice President.
We feature Alan Finn’s new magnificent musical collection with his Group.
We hear some lesser known interesting facts about Ireland.
We share Fr. Jim Kennelly’s A.L.T.A.R. approach to Prayer.
We repeat highlights of the excellent interview between Donie Lucey and William Fitzgerald from last Thursday’s Show relating to three praiseworthy fundraisers. (S.R.)All ready to begin the Autumn Vintage Car Run 2018 – From left: Patrick W. O’Leary, Louisville, Kentucky,USA; Ita Fitzgerald, Cullen; Donie Lucey, Derrinagree.
At Millstreet Community School on Thursday, 22nd Oct. 2020 a surprise celebratory event marking the retirement of wonderfully dedicated Teacher, Mary Randles was organised by Principal, Pól Ó Síodhcháin & Staff. Mary has spent almost four decades as Teacher supreme mainly at Millstreet Community School where she had also been a Student herself. The joyful occasion took place mainly online where many logged in from their own homes. Teacher Jennifer O’Donoghue paid a splendid tribute to Mary as did Pól and Barry and Deputy Principal Frances and two Students. We thank Teacher, Chris Horan for sharing four images recorded in the School showing the presentation of beautiful gifts to Mary including superb Artwork pottery and Painting by Artist Barry Fraser. Here we share a selection of images from the memorable occasion. Tap on the pictures to enlarge. We wish Mary a very Happy and Healthy Retirement filled with many Blessings. (S.R.)…….(Chris also shared the following captions to some of the images:In her final business class; niece Ria Buckley presents a painting by Barry Fraser; Sister in law Marion Buckley, Organiser Mary Fitzgerald and Ria Buckley prepare to surprise Mary; Mary with her LC business class.) [read more …] “A Very Happy Retirement to Dedicated Teacher Mary Randles”
MILLSTREET COMMUNITY SCHOOL CLEANING STAFF VACANCIES The Board of Management of Millstreet Community School invites applications for two vacant positions on the cleaning staff of the school: 1. Fixed-term contract of 33 hours per week until 4th June 2021 payable at Department of Education and Skills rates. The successful candidate will be required to work full days (10.00am-5.00pm) Mon, Tues, Thurs and Fri and 10.00am-3.00pm on Wednesday) 2. Fixed-term contract of 12.5 hours per week until 4 th June 2021, payable at Department of Education and Skills rates. The successful candidate will be required to work mornings (10.00am -12.30pm) Monday to Friday. A letter of application, along with current CV and references, should submitted by email only to The Secretary, Board of Management, at vacancies @millstreetcommunityschool.ie by 12pm on Friday, August 7th 2020. Late applications and hard copies of applications will not be accepted. Please indicate clearly which position you are applying for. Interviews will be held on Tuesday, August 11th 2020. Appointments will be subject to reference checks and Garda Vetting. Shortlisting may apply and only those shortlisted will be contacted. The Board of Management of Millstreet Community School is an equal opportunities employer.
Ria Buckley and Hannah Keane were due to travel to Lourdes with the Irish Pilgrimage Trust (IPT) on Easter Sunday. However due to the Covid19 situation the trip was cancelled. The girls raised €2,367.50 and they have donated the full amount to the Irish Pilgrimage Trust to support their ongoing work.
The girls would like to thank their parents, families, friends, local community, and everyone who helped to make the quiz and bake sale possible. Furthermore, they would like to thank all the local businesses for their tremendous support and generosity in donating prizes and refreshments.
They would also like to express their gratitude to all those that sponsored them.
Finally a very special thank you to the teachers and staff of Millstreet Community School who were so generous with their time especially, John Magee, Jennifer O’Donoghue, Mary Randles, Denise O’Leary and Marion Buckley. [read more …] “Irish Pilgrimage Trust”
