The School has been lucky enough to secure a very substantial grant as part of a pilot scheme run by the Department of Education and Skills (DES) and the Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI). The school has undertaken to embark on an energy awareness programme in return for our inclusion on this pilot scheme.
This grant is worth just under half a million euros and should result in a more comfortable and efficient school. Work in relation to this grant has been put out to tender and must be completed during the summer months. This will result in some disruption to the school. In preparation for the handover of the school to the builders all books, computers, materials etc must be pack away and stored. A date for the final completion of the work has not yet been agreed but will be finalised within the next few weeks.
A further letter will issue to all parents in June with information on School Fees, Book Lists dates for return to school etc.
Some disruption is unavoidable before the end of term, as far as possible exam students will have as little disruption as possible. Below please find details of planned events;
| Date/Time | Event |
| Thursday 11th May | Students will finish school at 1.15 pm to allow time for a staff planning meeting. Buses will run at 1.15 as per Friday timetable |
| Mon 22nd May – Fri 26th May June | House exams for 1st yr, 2nd yr and 5th yr students will run this week. 24th May – Leaving Cert Graduation. 25th May TY Graduation |
| Mon 29th May – Fri 2nd June | Supervised study for 3rd & 6th yr students wishing to study in school |
| Mon29th – Fri 2nd | Environment week in school for 1st, 2nd & 5th yr students. Lectures and talks on the environment We are also asking students to assist us with the packing away of materials etc. this week. |
| Mid June | An information letter will issue to parents re fees, book scheme, uniform, and return to school. |
Please note that from Friday 16th June the oldest part of the school will not be accessible by staff students or parents and from Friday 23rd of June no part of the school will be accessible. The school will remain closed for longer this year as work is carried out but it is hoped to re-open the school office on Wednesday 16th August for Leaving Cert Student to collect their results– this will be confirmed in June.
Can I ask parents to contact the school if needed by email at mercycc@eircom.net or in cases of emergency only to call or text on 086 1414341.
I would like to thank you in advance for you co-operation with this work.
