We raised €166.10 for Down Syndrome Ireland at the ice-cream party. Thanks to John, Emma, Lydia, Nicole and Sarah who were super helpers.

Well done to Dylan, who came 2nd in the Credit Union Art Competition ages 11/13.

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This Sunday, The Fifth year pupils will hold a Charity Tractor Run. Registration will commence at 1.00 p.m. and the Run at 2:00 p.m. Refreshments,Raffle and Spot prizes at the end of the run. Your support would be gratefully appreciated. Proceeds in aid of the Donal Walsh #Livelife Charity and Friends of Oncology Unit Cavan.

Four of our TY students, Andrea, Claire, Kate and Sara got great news on Tuesday getting short listed into the top 30 with the youth connect project which they made a 3 minute video about income inequality. The next stage is voting! This would help them get into the top 15 (our video would be screened in screen one in the savoy cinema then), win the peoples choice award and help us win the best overall video (the prize is a trip to New York!) So we need all the help we can possibly get. On behalf of the team we would encourage you all to vote for us.   If you could spread the word to anyone and everyone by word of mouth, social media etc. to vote for ‘Colour Us Equal’ we would be very appreciative of it. Every vote counts!   Click on the link below and select COLOUR US EQUAL: https://docs.google.com/a/youth-connect.ie/forms/d/1HS0Cc8OFRb0hbb4BRW999E5NSogBCj9Q3kGuxd9rCTo/viewform?embedded=true   Our Video

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Junior Certificate/Cycle Results:
Congratulations to the Junior Certificate class of 2019 who were awarded splendid results. All were pleased with their levels of attainment.

Ploughing Championships:
About 40 pupils enjoyed a great trip to the National Ploughing Championships in Co. Carlow this year. They had a great day and enjoyed glorious weather throughout. Thanks to H.E. Teacher Ms. Poyntz & Agricultural Science teacher Ms. Kelly for organising this trip.

Fun Day & Open Night:
On 30th September we hosted a Fun Day for 110 fifth class pupils from the local primary schools. Those who attended availed of the opportunity to sample some new subjects, view the facilities and meet the teachers & potential new friends. Later that evening we held an information night for parents and pupils. Anyone who missed this event but would still like to learn more about the school, the grants system or the application process is welcome to contact the school.
Contact details: Email: info@royalschoolcavan.ie, follow us on twitter @rscavan, find us on Facebook or simply call 049 4361605!

Higher Options:
In mid-September the Leaving Certificate pupils attended the higher options event in the RDS in Dublin to explore their third level and further education options. Thanks to Miss Sheridan, guidance counsellor for organising this trip.

Hot Lunches & Supervised Study:
Several pupils now avail of the hot lunches supplied by the school. This is a great option in particular for pupils doing afterschool supervised study from 4 to 6.30pm or extra-curricular after school activities.

Carol Service (save the date):
The annual Royal School ‘Carols by candlelight’ service will take place in Cavan parish church on Wednesday the 18th of December at 7pm. This event has become very popular so please join us for a truly festive occasion.

Student Council:
The Student Council has been elected for the coming academic year. These pupils have been elected by their classmates to represent pupils’ views, help shape school policy and give voice to the student body. Best wishes to them all.

TY Events:
RSC TY were delighted to attend Grease, the musical in late September in the Bord Gáis Energy Theatre in Dublin. This trip was funded by the ongoing Peace IV collaboration between RSC and Loreto College. The TY group have also recently taken part in a TY minority sports day at Clones Peacelink, undertook defibrillator training, enjoyed swimming lessons and circuit training, completed a drama workshop, attended TY Zeminar in Dublin and had a road safety workshop so far this term!

Congratulations!
Congratulations are extended to our TY student Rogan Cunningham, who was crowned the National Indoor and Outdoor Archery Champion for a second year in a row. He also now holds the All Ireland Series Title for U17’s. He has also been selected to travel to France in January to represent Ireland at his first World Archery Event.
Congratulations to 3rd year pupils Charlotte & Olivia Moore who travelled with Triathlon Ireland to compete in the Belgian Youth Championships on September 14th. This race consisted of a 500m swim, 12km cycle and 3 km run. Charlotte & Olivia were both placed in the top 6! This event followed the girls’ remarkable success last May in the National Post Primary Schools Triathlon Championships where Charlotte took 1st place and Olivia came home 3rd in the U17 girls’ event. Well done girls!

The school’s board of management still are working on the possibility of opening for students on November 7th. A final decision will be made next week.