Sarah Daly and Ella McNulty, two outstanding students from Scoil Chríost Rí, have been awarded the prestigious Naughton Scholarship following their exceptional Leaving Certificate results.
This is a significant achievement, as they are two of only 36 students across Ireland to receive this highly coveted award.
While Scoil Chríost Rí is the only school to boast two recipients this year – an extraordinary accomplishment.
Sarah Daly has accepted a place studying Science at University College Dublin while Ella McNulty has accepted a place studying Biomedical Health and Life Sciences at University College Dublin.
The Naughton Scholarship, established to support students who pursue STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) courses at university, is one of the most significant scholarships available in Ireland.
Each recipient receives €20,000 to support their undergraduate studies, providing them with financial security and recognition for their remarkable academic achievements.
It not only rewards students but also supports their secondary schools by offering funds to improve science labs, benefiting future generations.
On this special occasion, Ms. O’Brien, Deputy Principal of Scoil Chríost Rí, attended the awards ceremony to support both Sarah and Ella.
The event was made even more special when they met former Scoil Chríost Rí student and past scholarship winner, Ella Byrne, a testament to the school’s ongoing success in nurturing STEM talent.
Principal Sean Smyth said: “The Naughton Scholarship is a life-changing opportunity, opening doors to top-tier education and a network of ambitious students and professionals who will likely become leaders in their fields.
“Sarah and Ella’s success is a reflection of their hard work, determination, and passion for STEM, there is no doubt they will continue to achieve great things in their academic journeys.
“We offer our heartfelt congratulations to both Sarah and Ella, and we wish them the very best in their future studies.
“Scoil Chríost Rí is beyond proud to see such incredible talent and dedication being recognised on a national level.”
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