A Laois boys' secondary school held a joyful awards night recently, with a former Irish rugby star as their special guest.
Bernard Jackman spoke inspiringly to the students of St Mary's CBS in Portlaoise, as well as past pupil Brian Mortimer, with music by Laois band Anita, and lots of awards handed out. More below photos.
The St Mary's CBS annual awards night was held in the school on May 15.
The boys were entertained by live music by the up and coming Laois band Anita, as two of their members are third year students in St Mary's, Antoni Calka and Matthew O’Rourke.
Among the prestigious award winners from the night were: Student of the Year - Ben Doyle, Sportsperson of the Year - Conor Brown, The Martin Conroy Award - Kacper Banasik and From Each Their Best - Cian Cleary.
Many students from each year group were awarded on the night for their academic excellence, sporting achievements and contribution to the school and wider community.
Principal Maura Murphy said she is very proud of her students and staff and their achievements this year and looks forward to their continued success next year.
The awards ceremony was organised by teachers Sarah Williams and Peter Duignan who were complimented on what was a wonderful evening.
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