St. Mary's Secondary School, Ballina

Pope John Paul II Award

Pope John Paul II Award

The Pope John Paul II Award is a faith achievement award for young people between the age of 16 and 18. It is non-competitive, inclusive, flexible and voluntary.

The Award is committed to helping young people enhance their spiritual, physical, emotional and social development through participation in school, parish and community activities. As well as the feeling of personal achievement that a participant will gain from taking part in the Award, participation will help demonstrate the young person’s commitment to a task and goal.

The Award enables participants to take an active part in the life of their Church – in the life of their community and society. It enables young people become more aware of the teaching and role of the Catholic Church in the world and to engage at a deep level with Christ.

Awards – Gold, Silver & Bronze

Awards are earned by taking part in parish and social activities – 1 hour per week over 8, 14 or 20 weeks. There are 3 Award levels – Gold, Silver & Bronze.

The Papal Cross Award

Those that have completed the Gold Award have a further option of completing the Papal Cross Award.

gold-award-medal.png

Oct 02
2023
No School
Oct 06
2023
Staff JCT Training: No classes for students
Oct 16
2023
Transition Year Parent Teacher Meeting (4.15 – 6.45pm)
Nov 20
2023
Leaving Cert Parent Teacher Meeting (4.15 – 6.45pm)
14-Sep-2023
Student Council 2023/24
12-Sep-2023
Student Leaders 2023/24
29-Aug-2023
Well done to Keeva Flynn, called up to the Republic of Ireland U17 women's squad for three friendly matches in Portugal next week!
Slí Ectra, Ballina, Co. Mayo F26YXC7
353 96 70333
Ceist
Enquire
Location
© 2023 St. Mary's Secondary School, Ballina