Wednesday, May 15 saw the Annual Awards Day in MCS celebrated in style.
Almost 800 students gathered in the school hall, along with school staff and invited guests, to celebrate the academic, sporting and extracurricular achievements of the students of the school.
John Sugrue, Laois manager and chartered physiotherapist in Portlaoise, was invited as the Special Guest speaker on the day.
He spoke passionately on the day to the students and staff about community activism and the link between effort and reward.
The major awards on the day went sixth year students as they prepare to finish their time in Mountrath CS.
Conor O’Farrell scooped the 6th Year Academic Student of the Year, while Emma Weston and Kate Hourigan shared the accolade of the Sr Mary Sheedy Cup for academic excellence and outstanding contribution to school life.
Daryl Behan picked up the 6th Year LCA Student of the Year.
On the sporting front; Seán O’Flynn was awarded Athlete of the Year, while Kirsten Keenan was recognised for her contribution to sport with the Orla Hickey Cup.
Jack Cuddy was presented with the title of Wellbeing Ambassador for 2019.
The Awards Day marked the beginning of the end of another school year in Mountrath – with the TY and 6th Year Graduation nights still to come.
Thanks to Ms Nolan for sending in these great photos.
