St Brigid's Presentation were one of 107 schools who were excited to join in the celebrations of the inaugural Ceiliúradh CEIST on Tuesday.

Teachers Carol O Dowd and Sheree Murphy.

Front: Leaving Cert students Tara Donnellan and Holly Spellman. Back: Acting Deputy Maria Neary Acting Principal Mairead Lucey nd Deputy Principal Mairead McElligott.

Teachers Christian Lyne Roberts and Kevin Sheehan.

This marks the 15th anniversary of the formation of CEIST (Catholic Education An Irish Schools' Trust) and the signing of the charter in which the school is based on.

The values of all CEIST schools are summarised in the CEIST Charter: Promoting Spiritual and Human Development, Achieving Quality in Teaching and Learning, Showing Respect for Every Person, Creating Community and Being Just and Responsible.

Ms Lucey kicked off the Ceiliúradh celebrations with the lighting of the CEIST candle on Tuesday morning.

Both students and staff are thrilled to mark 15 years since our CEIST Charter was signed.

The vision of CEIST is to provide a compassionate and just society inspired by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. Over the past 15 years and more our students and staff have done an exceptional job in promoting and undergoing the CEIST values which is the beacon of our schools ethos.

To celebrate the important day there were numerous activities planned. First, Second, and Third Year students enjoyed a visit to the cinema, TY students climbed Strickeen, LCA students went to the Caddyshack for a spot of golf followed by hot chocolate, Fifth Years enjoyed a walk and some pizza, while Sixth Years had afternoon tea.