Gabriel Fitzmaurice

Deeply rooted in the literary tradition of North Kerry, Gabriel Fitzmaurice is a poet, broadcaster, writer, translator, singer and raconteur. He was born in 1952, in the village of Moyvane, Co Kerry where he still lives. For more than three decades, he taught and later served as principal at his local national school but is now happily retired. He has been called “poetry’s answer to John B Keane” (Books Ireland) and his poems have been described as “comparable to Burns for their insight and lyricism” (The Irish Times ). He is the author of more than forty books, including collections of poetry in English and Irish as well as several collections of verse for children. He has translated extensively from Irish and has edited a number of anthologies of poetry in both English and Irish. In addition, he has published volumes of essays and collections of songs and ballads. He is a familiar voice on Kerry Radio where he hosts his own show. He is a former chair and literary advisor of Listowel Writers’ Week and is currently a committee member of Éigse Michael Hartnett. He is an award winner of the Gerard Manley Hopkins Centenary Poetry Competition. He works as a translator of essays and collections of songs/ballads from the original Irish and has twice represented Ireland at the European Festival of Poetry in Louvain, Belgium. Gabriel A musician and singer, he has played and sung on a number of albums of Irish traditional music. He frequently broadcasts on Irish radio and television and local radio stations on education and the arts.

visit his website http://www.moyvane.com/people/gabriel-fitzmaurice/

When I was asked to write a eulogy on my colleague and friend Mark Hogan, I

was hesitant to comply with the request. Mark himself was adverse to praise. He

always felt that if one were asked to complete a task he or she should do it to the

best of his or her ability and not expect any plaudits. A sense of achievement

was the best reward.

Mark started teaching in Ennistymon CBS in September 1970 and was loved by

both pupils and teachers alike. I started there as a student in September 1971

and Mark taught me English and Latin. He later added Geography to this list.

Who will ever forget his wonderful appraisal of the Latin syllabus with his

expression of 'mensa, mensa, me arse!'

Mark had a wonderful warm wit and if he had to write a line on his passing

you could imagine him saying the following: 'It pains me to admit it, but

apparently, I have have passed away' or once again I didn't get things my way.'

So...I was born; I blinked; and it was over. No buildings named after me; no

monuments erected in my honour, no statue erected outside Ennistymon CBS.

They even took my photo off the wall. His favourite quote was 'I was sick and

ye didn't believe me'

Mark had often taught Shakespeare's Othello in class and he would have been

very familiar with the following quote and now 'Sparky' we can apply that

same quote to your good self 'I have done the state some service and they know

it. No more of that'

All his past pupils, friends and colleagues will miss his wit, poetic works, kind

nature, meticulous organised ways, being a snappy dresser with a lingering

waft of aftershave and all these qualities peppered with great charisma and

charm.

To his wife Anne, daughter Julieanne, son Leo and his grandchildren Molly

and Jack we offer you our sincere condolences.

All those exam papers, all those deadlines, all those classes and now you have

reached the final deadline. Rest easy kind friend, you may be gone but you will

never be forgotten. We are all the poorer for your passing. 'Requiescat in Pace'

Gerry Sexton

Wishing the CBS Ennistymon Staff Pupils and their families a very Happy safe Christmas.

Schools back on Wednesday January 6th 2016.

Big Congratulations to Conor and Darragh! Well done.

Today our Christmassy Day raised a whooping €600 for Cancer Research! Congratulations to all of you and Thank you for  a job well done especially all  those involved in the running of the event - TYs and their Bake Sale, the Parents, Pupils and Teachers who took the time to bake all those goodies!

Happy Christmas Team Ms Molloy!!!

December 2015

This Monday our school is holding a Non uniform day with a twist. Everyone should wear something Christmassy and we would like you to make a donation to the Charity Cancer Research. Tys will also be hosting a Bake Sale and there will be lots of goodies on sale on Monday break times to get us into that festive feeling. You are welcome to donate any home baking for this event. Just bring it to the staffroom to Mr Harte or Neville. 

Christmas Charity Event

Team Ms Molloy

Monday December 21^st 2015

Instead of a non-uniform Day …

Christmas jumpers, hats or ties Day!

This is the day to be festive in CBS

2€ donation for Cancer Research

plus.....

TY announcement

Lots of treats for sale on Monday in the canteen area!!

If you would like to donate buns or a cake to the cause just bring in your contribution on Monday morning to the staffroom.

November 12th 2015

Best of Luck to all our cross country runners in Lees road today!

November 2015

CBS Ennistymon under 19 basketball team are on a winning strike having beaten Glanmire on their home court before the mid term break. On Friday last our under 19 basketball team had a wonderful day of the court against a very strong opposition Athenry and came out of top with a large margin at the final whistle. Each and every player had a part to play and the cooperation courage skill and determination was visible on and off the court. Even when a key player Liam Cosgrove went over on his ankle after scoring 4 baskets and rebounding numerous balls, the players worked together to get a win. They were dealt another blow when Conor Dillon had to leave the court who was causing chaos for the other team and went to the free throw line and scored over 12 points. Calum Burke and Conor Dillon had many steals and turned the ball over which lead to more scores on the board for cbs.
While James Leigh who was selected on the u17 Regional West team, displayed his skills as to why he was chosen, by scoring 28 points, three 3 pointers, and some from the free throw line.
Ross Clair had a Magnificant game, numerous rebounds, scoring 20 points and strong on defence. Calum Burke and corran breathnach added more points to the score sheet. Ronan O'Connell, Keenan Sexton and Darragh Cudihy played an important part taking down rebounds and moving the ball up the court quick to add to the score board. Some of the under 16 team, James Clair, Cathal O'Brien, Cillian Devitt, Gavin Cosgrove and Shane Vaughan, played a vital role in the game and the success of the team. The final score was 70 - 47, the victory to CBS Ennistymon. All delighted with yet another victory in this league game. The next league game will be played in NUIG on Wednesday 18th November. This week we have a huge event occurring in the local community hall,yet again another All Ireland Quarter Final will be hosted by CBS Ennistymon. Castleisland are travelling up to Ennistymon on Tuesday next 10th November to play our winning under 19 basketball team. Game starts at 11 o'clock so all are welcome to show their support for the local lads who are in the top eight basketball teams in the country and hopefully after Tuesday they will be in the top 4 teams of the country. Many of this team are following in their older brothers footsteps, James Leigh, Cillian Devitt and Darragh Cuddihy who have worn the CBS Ennistymon basketball Jersey with pride in previous all Ireland finals in past years and have All Ireland medals. Here's looking forward to Tuesday game and it is onwards and upwards for this excellent, committed, dedicated, skilful, atheltic and hard working team. Good luck to the players, coaches, teachers and parents.

The first and second year teams will get their chance in competitions after Christmas and training has began in order to be ready and prepared for this challenge.

Last night James o Connor received his John Paul Award from former Clare hurler Feargal Lynch. The award acknowledges work carried out in the areas of faith formation and social awareness. In T Y James played an important role in a project which raised 1600 Euro for Pemba . James also assisted in school liturgies.

November 2015

The CBS Ennistymon Acceptable Use Policy is available to read under the Parent Information Button above.

All Pupils and their Parents/Guardians will be asked to sign up to this Policy next week.

Some of the 1st students who gave a great performance in the annual Futsal competition. The lads where eliminated from the competition in the last round.  Exchange student Alvaro, showed why Spainish football is up there with the best. He was the "Mono's" top scorer of the day and dazzled onlookers with his dizzying ball control. 

Our Mid-term October Exams begin today for Leaving Cert and 5th Years. These exams will continue til Friday.

Halloween Break begins Friday afternoon until Monday November 2nd. Have a nice break.

DID YOU KNOW? : Halloween or Hallowe'en (/ˌhæləˈwiːn, -oʊˈiːn, ˌhɑːl-/; a contraction of "All Hallows' Evening"), also known as Allhalloween, All Hallows' Eve, or All Saints' Eve, is a yearly celebration observed in a number of countries on 31 October, the eve of the Western Christian feast of All Hallows' Day.

October 21st 2015

This morning a group of junior Cert pupils took a bus up to county Mayo to attend an Irish College and have some spoirt agus craic while learning the language!

Ms Mollloy and Ms Miniter are accompanying the group for three days. We wish them the best of Luck! : )

Check out this rap video:  internet safety day

Let's Be mindful of how we use the Internet. 

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