by Evelyn Cullen LAST Tuesday, Errigal College’s Transition Year class levelled up their self-defence skills by taking part in a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu training camp at the Rilion Gracie Ireland (RGI) training centre on the Cullion Road. The class of 48 girls and boys were put through their paces in a two-hour session by Professor Brian ‘Barney’ […]
Donegal student awarded €24,000 Naughton Foundation Scholarship
DONEGAL student Daria Kolomiychuk was awarded a Naughton Foundation Scholarship worth €24,000 at a ceremony in the Trinity Business School in Dublin at the weekend. The award was presented by founding patrons of the Naughton Foundation, Dr. Martin Naughton, and his wife Carmel, who were joined by An Taoiseach Mr Simon Harris to present winning […]
Education Minister opens new modular buildings at Errigal College
Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today. Earlier, the Minister was in Buncrana where she visited Scoil Íosagáin. She will also pay a visit to St. Eunan’s College in Letterkenny while she will also take time to meet some of the Fianna Fáil councillors and […]
Minister for Education to visit Donegal today
By Dionne Meehan MINISTER for Education, Norma Foley, is set to visit a number of locations throughout the county today. First, the Minister will visit Scoil Íosagáin in Buncrana before attending the opening of Errigal College’s new modular building in Letterkenny. Advertisement The temporary modular building adds another seven new classrooms to Errigal College. The […]
Errigal College students represent Ireland as MEPs in France for a day
TRANSITION Year students from Errigal College in Letterkenny stepped into the shoes of Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) as they participated in the Euroscola competition held in Strasbourg, France. Having clinched victory in the Midlands-North-West constituency competition late last year, these students earned the amazing opportunity to represent Ireland and engage in the intricate workings […]
Errigal College Triumphs in VEX Robotics Competition
In an electrifying display of engineering excellence, Errigal College’s robotics team clinched the top spot in the VEX Robotics North-West Regional Finals held at ATU Donegal on Wednesday, the 24th of January 2024. The winning team (Gabriele, Rachel, Veronica, Josephine and Andrea) showcased exceptional skill and strategic thinking as their robot tackled a series of […]
Green light for €15m Errigal College revamp
A MAJOR €15 million redevelopment of a Letterkenny-based secondary school has been given the green light. Donegal County Council has given the go-ahead to the redevelopment at Errigal College, which will see the demolition of the existing school and the construction of a new, permanent two-storey post primary school comprising 9,000 square metres new gross floor area. […]
Errigal College students are rewarded for good attendance
The first term ended on a high note for many students in Errigal College when their good attendance was rewarded. Principal Mr Danny McFadden realised the importance of good attendance and he set up a school committee to monitor every student’s attendance. This team is now coordinated by Mr Hugo Dorrian. “Attendance is one of […]
Unforgettable night at Errigal’s Got Talent
In an extraordinary exhibition of talent, Errigal College hosted a nearly sold-out show for its latest production, ‘Errigal’s Got Talent’. The venue pulsated with excitement as nearly 250 people gathered, creating an unforgettable showcase that left a lasting impression on all attendees. The talent exhibited ranged from the rock anthems of Ruby Riot to Jonathan […]
Errigal College students enjoy trip to Brussels
THREE students from Errigal College got the chance to represent Ireland last week at the European finals of the Girls Go Circular competition in Brussels. The Girls Go Circular project aims to equip 40,000 schoolgirls aged 14-19 across Europe with digital and entrepreneurial skills by 2027 through an online programme about the circular economy. This […]