Rapunzel has audiences in Raptures!

Killarney Community College’s Christmas Panto Rapunzel had the audience “Dancing on the Ceiling for two nights. In true panto style the children in the audiences really got into the spirit of the moment with excited cries of “Behind you” and “Oh no she’s not!” On stage the sheer professionalism of this young cast dazzles a fairy-dust struck audience.  Under the direction of Killarney Community College teachers Mike Lynch, Joanna Hughes, Denise O’Sullivan and Mary Fuller many of these first-time actors showed us that there are plenty successors to Michael Fassbender in Killarney!

Every panto needs a goodie and a baddie.  Emma Lynch as Rapunzel dripped goodness and all things nice ably romanced by the prince of cool Ethan McKeon. On stage Lena Wildhirt as Gothel strutted the boards with evil intent, you could hear a pin drop and the beating hearts of frightened kids. Laughs came thick and fast when Grainne O’Sullivan was on stage as “The Dame” and her double entendres had adults and children in knots. Liam Waldron, as the Captain of the Guard, was her perfect foil and the chemistry between them sizzled. Abbi O’ Mahoney as Queen Gertrude shone majestically especially in songs such as “You don’t own me”. She was ably supported by her Royal Highness Jeffrey played by Sasha Furlong.

Fairy Flora was poetic and Julie Aleksejenko must be commended for sparkling magic on all of us. Curly and Bob played by Kim O’Brien and Caoimhe Fleming were so good at slapstick circus-style mayhem that if Fossetts ever needed a pair of clowns they should talk to their agent now! Frankie was played with aplomb by Carmel Looney. Her exchanges with the Prince and The Dame will live long in the memory. Special mention also to the three secretaries, Gracie, Lacie and Macie played by Brian Kelliher, Shenice Good and Chantelle O’Sullivan.

The music was sensational, everything from “Fever” to “Ghostbusters” and “Christmas Carols” sung to perfection. The choreography was also a delight and a special mention to our sister school “Two Mile Community School” for the contribution made by Robert, Andrew, Setanta, Cailean, Holly, Rebecca, Aoife and Erica. When the Curtain descended on this epic production the crowd rose in unison – Rapunzel had had us in raptures! According to Principal Stella Loughnane “at this Christmas time of year there is nothing more festive than a panto. What makes this panto more festive and more special is the hard work and dedication of the staff and students who have worked tirelessly for months on end. The talent, the originality, the willingness to give of their time, has contributed so much to the life of the school.

It was a pleasure to welcome the primary school children to our Monday Matinee Show. For those who attended on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday night, I hope they had a wonderful night, the cast and crew of this two hour extravaganza deserved the rapturous applause and standing ovations they received.”

Rapunzel - The Panto

Would you like a pre Christmas fun night out for all the family and still have money left for last minute presents?  If so why not get tangled up with laughter and join us at Rapunzel – The Panto at this year's Killarney Community College Pantomime.

A pantomime extravaganza with singing, dancing and laugh-out loud shenanigans - hair, there and everywhere! This marvellous tangled tale has performances on Tuesday 19th and Wednesday 20th December 2017 @ 7pm.  Tickets are on sale now from the school office, priced at €10 Adults and €5 Child/Student.

A fun pre-Christmas night out for all the family......”Oh Yes it is”.

RSA – RoadSafe Roadshow

On Tuesday 21st November 2017, our TY and 5th Year LCA students along with 1,000 students from secondary schools all over Kerry, attended the Axa RoadSafe Roadshow at the INEC in Killarney. It was an informative presentation which aimed at highlighting the importance of road safety to young people. Significant personnel from our community gave key note presentations. It was lead by Mr. Peter McCarthy from the Kerry Garda Traffic Corps, Peter Crowley from the Ambulance service, Dan Keane from the Fire Brigade service. A and E consultant at Kerry General Hospital, Martin Boyd, showed graphic slides of injuries sustained by road accident victims and he also told the student body about the awful task he has to endure when telling parents that it is not good news about their child. An emotional presentation was given by Anne Tydings who lost her son Padraig in a car crash 13 years ago today. The day ended with a  re-enactment of a road crash outside the Gleneagle Hotel.  Paudie Mangan from the Killarney Fire Service and his team showed the students how they remove a causality from an accident scene.  According to TY Co-ordinator Kerri McCarthy “today’s roadsafe roadshow was very powerful presentation, you could hear a pin drop inside the INEC which had more than 1,000 students present. Hearing the real life account from all the speakers had a huge impact on all present with the key message of “slow down and respect the road” imprinted into all student minds”.

Open Night Monday 23rd October 2017

 

There was a hive of activity as soon as the doors opened when both 5th and 6th class students and their parents were warmly welcomed by the staff and management in the college.  Parents and children were free to walk around the school and experience different subject areas throughout the college.  The smell of freshly baked cupcakes wafted through the assembly area, while parents and students tasted what was on offer they listened to an impressive talk about Home Economics in the college by Ms. Keane and Ms. Brosnan.  Science rooms bubbled while the students made Elephant Toothpaste, they also got to witness and take part in the dissection of hearts, kidneys and livers. The woodwork rooms displayed beautiful creations made by our students.  The piano echoed sweet music from the music room.  All subjects were on display with teachers talking to parents and students about any aspect of their particular subject.
Principal Stella Loughnane in her address to the 400 plus crowd explained how Killarney Community College is a very progressive school.  It is the first school in Killarney to have adopted one hour classes.  Killarney Community College provides students with a wide variety of optional subjects such as Home Economics, Metalwork, Business, Woodwork, Music, Art and Technical Graphics as well as the traditional core subjects of Irish, English and Maths.  The principal went on to explain how the school provides excellent learning opportunities and extra-curricular activities alike.  The principal explained to parents that the first cohort of students just completed their new junior cycle exam and the excellent results that were achieved by our students.  This year we have a new fully equipped school gym that is available to students at scheduled times.  The rowing machines are a big attraction with the students already this year.
Killarney Community College fully embraces new technologies and has recently implemented the innovative computer system Microsoft 365 which is helping the students be prepared for the future world of learning and work.  Currently students are communicating on a daily basis with their teachers through Microsoft 365. Parents on the night commented on the ease of movement around the school and the very obvious connection between teachers and students that is a hallmark of Killarney Community College.  Overall Monday night was a wonderful success due to the hard work and dedication of the management and staff of the college.

KILLARNEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE - QQI Awards Ceremony

The QQI Awards Certification Ceremony held in Killarney Community College on Friday last was a resounding success, with over one hundred students achieving certification. The QQI Awards were presented to both day and night students of the College.  The day students graduated in Office Administration, a fulltime Level 5/6 one year course.  Night course Award Recipients had studied Occupational First Aid; Manual & Computerised Accounts; Special Needs Assisting and Healthcare Support.

Mr. John Keane, Director of Adult Education in Killarney Community College congratulated all the recipients and commended them for their commitment and endeavour.  Their achievements greatly represent the College Mission Statement of “Excellence in Learning for Life through Respect, Responsibility and Inclusion”.  He congratulated the staff members of the College for the effort they put in over the year and thanked them for assisting the students to do so well in their studies. 

Mr. Tom Looney, former Director of Adult Education was the Special Guest of the evening. He presented all awards and in his inspiring speech reminded students of the importance of their personal achievement. He commended their dedication and the personal sacrifices many had to make to complete their courses. He reminded them of the importance of QQI Certification and lifelong learning.
 
The highly successful evening ended with light refreshments and an opportunity for students to meet with their peers and tutors commending their personal success.

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