Subject Options, LCA & TY Information Night
Dear Students and Parents/Guardians,
We are looking forward to welcoming you to our TY, LCA and Subject Option Night on Monday 2nd March in the GPA. Please see the schedule below:
6:00pm – Subject Options Information (for students moving into 5th Year)
6:45pm – LCA Options Information
7:00pm – Transition Year (TY) Information Evening
Transition Year (TY) Information
TY Information Days (during school hours – students only)
Mr Cahillane has visited all 3rd year classes to:
• Explain the new TY programme
• Outline what TY involves
• Answer student questions
All parents/guardians of students and students interested in TY are invited to attend this 40-minute presentation, where we will outline:
• The structure of the TY programme
• Expectations of students
• The application process
TY & LCA Application Process
• TY & LCA application forms will be released after the presentation on Monday 2nd.
• Students must complete the form to be considered for the 2026/27 Programmes.
Deadline: Friday 6th March.
If you have any questions, feel free to call into Room RF48 (TY Office) or Room RF41 (LCA).
We look forward to supporting you as you plan your next step in St. Mary’s CBS Portlaoise.
Mr Cahillane
Programmes Co-Ordinator



