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Hazelwood Shines at Munster Schools Multi Events

Hazelwood College Shine at Munster School Multi Events.

Recently, four of Hazelwood College’s top athletes made the trip to Nenagh to compete in the Munster Multi Events Competition. Our four competitors were Laoise Bennis, Kevin O’Leary, Alison Healy and Gerard O’Donnell under the guidance of teacher and coach Mr. Kevin Grant.

First up were the boys. Their competition consisted of a 200m sprint, 60m hurdles, long jump, 800m and shot put. Gerard O’Donnell was competing in his first Multi Events and throughout the day his inexperience did not show as he performed very well in all events and was unlucky not to qualify for the All-Ireland series. Kevin O’Leary competed in the Intermediate Grade for the first time and was running against students two his senior. However this did not stop Kevin from putting in a very solid performance throughout, securing bronze medal place in the 60m hurdles, his favourite event.

Next were the girls, whose competition consisted of high jump, 60m hurdles, long jump, 800m and shot put. Hazelwood’s two female athletes, Laoise Bennis and Alison Healy, were taking part in the same grade. Alison, like Kevin, was significantly younger than the majority of her competitors, but put in some excellent performances throughout the day, especially in the long jump. Next year with age on their side and more training these two athletes will definitely be towards the top of the placings in the competition. Last, but not least, was Laoise Bennis, a very technical and experienced athlete. She performed exceptionally well all day, winning her favourite event, the high jump, and was placed highly across the board in all events. When scores were counted, Laoise Bennis was victorious in the Intermediate Grade age group. This was a fantastic result for Laoise and we now wish her the best of luck in the All-Ireland series. Hazelwood’s athletes will now turn their attention to cross country competitions, which take place soon.

Picture 7 is of Laoise Bennis, Hazelwood College, who won the gold medal at the Munster Schools’ Multi Events Competition for Intermediate Grade.

Picture 8 Hazelwood College Athletes who participated at the Munster School’s Multi Events Competition. Pictured are (from left to right) Alison Healy Laoise Bennis, Kevin O’Leary and Gerard O’Donnell.

Road Safety SimDrive

Picture 1 is of Padraig O’Kelly, Leaving Certificate Applied I, driving in the SIMDRIVE unit, which visited Hazelwood College recently, in an effort to help the students increase their understanding of the consequences of dangerous driving and to encourage safe driving habits.

Picture 2 is of Hazelwood College Leaving Certificate Applied II students (from left to right) Shaun Shannon, Charles Butler, Rebecca Roche and Tara Barrett outside the SIMDRIVE unit, which visited Hazelwood College recently in an effort to instil good driving practice in students.

Simon Community Talk

Hazelwood College Leaving Certificate Applied students attended at talk, delivered by Fenita Mitchell of the Simon Community, who discussed the issue of homelessness with the students. Pictured are (from left to right) Hazelwood College students Stephen Dunleavy, Fenita Mitchell of the Simon Community, Tara Barrett and Joshua Rolfe. This talk formed part of their studies for their Leaving Certificate Applied examinations.

Annual Primary Schools Science Quiz

Hazelwood College Primary School’s Science Quiz goes ‘round’ West Limerick for Science Week 2014!

Science Week Ireland 2014 was celebrated at Hazelwood College with the sixth annual Primary School’s Science Quiz on Thursday night, November 13th. All local primary schools were invited to attend this exciting event to promote Science Week. 2014 was a record breaking year for the number of tables competing in the quiz, with 42 teams registered to take part on the night. It was wonderful to welcome all of the primary school pupils, teachers, parents and friends who attended on the night. All of the primary pupils thoroughly impressed, with their teamwork and knowledge, during ten rounds of questioning. Spectacular lucky dip spot prizes and refreshments were very popular among the eager pupils at the half-time break. As the end of the quiz came to a close, excitement was high as the top three placed teams became apparent.

Congratulations to Broadford N.S who were overall winners, with Dromina N.S coming in second place and Mahoonagh N.S in third place. Thank you and well done to all the teams from Tullylease, Dromina, Ashford, Dromcollogher, Ballyagran, Raheenagh, Mahoonagh, Feenagh, Ballingarry, Newtownshandrum and Broadford, who took part on the night and we look forward to seeing you next year!

Cheerios’ Childline Breakfast

Cheeios’ Childline Breakfast

Pictured from left to right Shaun Shannon, Rachel Doody and Ayesha Shortt at the recent Cheeios’ Childline Breakfast Morning held in Hazelwood College.

Hazelwood College students pictured from left to right Shauna Cunningham, Íde Collins and Sarah Enright at the Cheerios’ Childline Breakfast Morning, which was recently organised by 3C students.

Team Hope Shoebox Appeal

Hazelwood College LCA2 students Aodan Brennan, Kevin Moore, Caitriona O Sullivan, Rebecca Roche and Áine Cunningham with some of the Christmas shoe boxes collected at Hazelwood College as part of Team Hope Shoebox Appeal. The show boxes were given by students and their families in order to help families across the developing world.

Hazelwood’s Aisling Has All the Ingredients for Success

Hazelwood College students Cathy Foley, third year, and first year student Aisling Brennan were selected as finalists in the ‘Easy Food Home-Cook Hero Awards 2014 Cookery Competition. This is a national cookery competition which is open to the public, of every age, and sponsored by ‘Easy Food’, which is Ireland’s bestselling food magazine. Aisling, who was making her debut in this competition won her category, Easy Cheesy, while Cathy Foley came in the top three in her category.

The ten categories in this year’s competition are: Fabulous Fowl, sponsored by Moy Park; Larder Luck, sponsored by Heinz; Easy Cheesy, sponsored by Irish Dubliner Cheese; Best Burger, sponsored by Mr. Crumb; Take 5, sponsored by Braun, Magic Mealtimes, sponsored by Green Farm, Squisito, sponsored by Barilla; Butter Me Up! Sponsored by Connacht Gold; €10 Family Favourites, sponsored by Lidl; and Everyday Inspirations, sponsored by Birds Eye.

The two finalists were invited to the Cook’s Academy Cookery School, South William Street in Dublin 2 on Saturday, 8th November, last where they cooked their chosen recipes in front of a panel of celebrity judges consisting of Paul Flynn – The Tannery Restaurant, Townhouse and Cookery School, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford and is also a proud brand ambassador for Lidl Ireland, Catherine Fulvio of Ballyknocken House & Cookery School and Gina Miltiadou, Managing Director of Zahra Media – publisher of Easy Food Magazine.

€1,500 worth of prizes, including a weekend break, kitchen appliances, restaurant and supermarket vouchers, and a hamper of utensils, kitchenware and food hampers were the rewards on offer for the culinary champions.
TV3 cameras captured the 30 finalists during the Easy Food Home Cook Hero Awards Ceremony and the public will be able to watch the broadcast which is 1 hour duration on TV3 at 1:40pm this Saturday 15th November.
Cathy Foley cooked Breast of Chicken, Celeriac Puree with a Creamy Shallot, Mushroom and Bacon Sauce. Aisling Brennan prepared Bacon and Cheese Surprise. The favourite top ten dishes were selected by the judges and the winners announced by TV3 ‘s Martin King at a gala black tie awards dinner in the c, St Stephen’s Green Dublin on Saturday night.

Their Home Economics teachers were impressed by the enthusiasm and commitment demonstrated by the girls and are delighted with their recent success. It is just fantastic to see such passion and interest. Ms. Noreen Daly said ‘it is a remarkable achievement for the girls considering the hundreds of entries received for each category. Both students were highly complemented on their natural flair and ability to work under pressure.

Grupaí Ceoil Cluain Chreadhail

Hazelwood College first year students Conor Stack (left) and Chloe Farrell (right), both members of the Under 12 Grupaí Ceoil Cluain Chreadhail Co. Luimní, who won the All Ireland Fleadh Cheoil 2014 recently. They are pictured with the cup which they were presented with for winning the competition

Careers Night at Hazelwood College

A careers night will be held in Hazelwood College on Thursday November 27th from 7pm to 9pm.

All 5th and 6th year students along with their Parents/Guardians are invited to attended. Representatives from Universities, Institutes of Technologies, Further Education Colleges as well as Solas(FAS) will be available to discuss course information and answer any queries you may have.

Some of the many exhibitors on the night:

Cork Penny Dinners

Picture 1 is of the 3B CSPE class, who, as part of their CSPE Action Project, travelled to Cork Penny Dinners in order to present a cheque raised by the students. Pictured are Betty Cotter, Catriona Twomey (of Cork Penny Dinners), Dylan Hennessy, Conor Long, Cian Magner Flynn, Ben Long, Noelle Lenihan, Cathy Foley, Eimear Lenihan, Nicola Madden, Brid Flanagan, Shauna Kiely, Kasey Farrell, Daragh Lane (presenting the cheque), Tara Barrett, Aiden Murphy, Ethan Evans, Stephan Dunleavy and Declan Leahy. Front row (left to right) Robert Leavitt, Connor McCarthy, Aoife Kiely, Tara Hartigan, Shauna Kennelly, Bridget Foley, Amy Farnan, Eamonn Forde, Dean Falvey and Sean Madigan.

Picture 2 is of 3B CSPE students during the visit to Cork Penny Dinners, as part of their CSPE Action Project. Pictured are (from left to right) Cathy Foley, Shauna Kennelly, Bridget Foley, Tara Hartigan, Shauna Kiely, Amy Farnan, Ben Long, Robert Leavitt, Eamonn Ford, Conor Long, Ethan Evans, Dean Falvey, Declan Leahy, Kasey Farrell and Connor McCarthy.