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Last Thursday night was a star-studded occasion in Killarney Community College as teachers, students, parents and distinguished guests assembled for the annual awards ceremony to honour and recognise students in the college. The awards night at Killarney Community College has now become an annual tradition and it gives the whole school community an opportunity to reflect on some of the achievements of the students. Awards were presented across a range of categories: academia, technology, culture, leadership, ethos, sports and extra-curricular activities, amongst others.

Robyn Sheehan was voted by the teachers as the Student of the Year as during her 6 years in the school, she has endeared herself to everyone through her commitment, pleasant disposition, work ethos and involvement with all areas of school life.

The prestigious Principal’s Award went to Grace O’Sullivan for her overall contribution to the school. Grace has lead the way academically, demonstrating that dedication, hard work and a sense of purpose is a lifelong skill that can achieve so much.

Kate Stack received the Senior Sports Awards as recognition of her outstanding contribution to sport in the college and with her respective clubs. Caoimhe Crowley and Martha Fitzgerald won an award in the Junior Sports category in recognition of their sporting prowess.

Monika Cepulyte won the Arts Awards, while Ciarán Quigley and Breda Kelliher received the Senior Music Award. The Design and Technology Award was presented to Lucas O’Donoghue. All students were credited for their incredible talents in these areas.

The Endeavour Award went to a worthy recipient in Amy Flynn and Contribution to the Life of the School Award was presented to Karen O’Donoghue. David Murrell Musgrave was presented with the award for Living the Ethos. David has been constantly involved in promoting the school ethos of “Respect, Responsibility and Inclusion” throughout his time in the college.

Awards were also presented to last year’s best Junior and Leaving Certificate exam students. Sarah O’Riordan Clifford received Best Leaving Certificate while Best Junior Certificate went to Karen O’ Donoghue. Best Leaving Certificate Applied was awarded to Shane Courtney.

There was special recognition given to students involved in the pantomime, Rapunzel, who put on an outstanding performance last December. Transition year student Natalia Leane, who recently won the All-Ireland Apprentice Chef competition, was also recognised by the college for her outstanding performance.

The night was a great success with entertainment being provided by various musical acts, including the staff choir under the direction of music teacher Ms Joanna Hughes and Siobhán O’Brien.