The school community is heartbroken by the news of the death of our esteemed pupil, Tiarnán Trainor RIP.

Tiarnán was a much loved and popular Year 10 pupil who was recently elected by his peers to serve on the Student Council. Tiarnán had an infectious personality and was well known throughout the school as a lorry fanatic. He took full part in last year’s Ski Trip and enjoyed a number of weeks last summer at Coláiste Mhuire Loch an Iúir in the Donegal Gaeltacht.

The school oratory will be open tomorrow (Saturday 4 January) and on Sunday from 1.00 – 4.00 pm for any pupil and their family who wishes to come together, to remember Tiarnán and to mourn his loss together. Staff from the school’s Care and Welfare team will be present to support pupils.

Following the return of pupils to school next week, the Education Authority’s Critical Incident Team, as well as school staff, will be available to help and support pupils at this very sad time.

We extend our heartfelt sympathies to Tiarnán’s family, to his friends and to everyone who knew him. May the Lord grant rest to his eternal soul.

St Paul, pray for him.

If you’ve been affected by Tiarnán’s death and wish to talk to someone who can help you, please contact the Lifeline helpline on 0808 800 8000.