Transition Year pupils Aoife McDermott and Jessica McLaughlin have their eyes firmly set on the Junk Kouture World Final (destination TBA). Their dress ‘Blind Ambition’ was one of twelve chosen out of 69 in the Dublin City Final on Wednesday (13th May). To top it off, Miss Ireland Caoimhe Kenny showcased the dress at the Cannes Film Festival last night. Everyone at CCS wishes the girls all the best in the World Final. https://www.donegalwoman.ie/2026/05/15/miss-ireland-shines

The First Year HEROes for April 2026 (for being Here Every day, Ready and On time) have been announced, along with the 'HERO of the Term'. Each HERO receives a €10 canteen voucher. 1A Adam McColgan; 1B Holly McLaughlin; 1C Cara McConologue; 1E Corey Doherty; 1F Ava Stewart; 1D Shay McLaughlin (not in picture)

All Ireland ChessZ Final, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary On Tuesday 12th May, 9 students from Carndonagh Community School made the long trip to Nenagh, Co. Tipperary for the All Ireland ChessZ Final. They had qualified to represent Donegal in a provincial competition which was held in CCS in January. We were represented by: Cara McLaughlin Ciara Canny Chloe Harkin Dearbhla McCallion Ethan Doherty Tiernan McDermott Fallon Hirrell Andrii Apopov Mykhajlo Zhybovskyi They went head-to-head

It was a HUGE 50/50 jackpot this week. Aishling Doherty was picked out and took home €930. Fantastic support from the school community. Many thanks to all. Next Friday (22nd May) will be the final 50/50 of the school year. As usual, we're offering €1000 minimum jackpot. There might be one or two runner-up prizes as well. We'll do all the BIG thanks to our sponsors next week. For now...Happy Friday, Aishling!