Cookstown High School Former Pupils' Association

Cookstown High School Former Pupils' Association The official Former Pupils Association page. Open to all past pupils and members of staff. Email: [email protected]

Cookstown High School is set to relaunch its Former Pupils’ Association. With an increasing number of former High School pupils working in all sectors across the world a Steering Committee has been created to help reconnect them with their old school. The aims of the association are:

· To promote the values, aims and ethos of Cookstown High School

· To maintain and promote social contacts amon

g all those connected to Cookstown High School

· To support the continued development of Cookstown High School

There was a previous Former Pupils’ Association which organised social events and assisted with the publication of the school magazine but it seems to have wound up in the late 1950s. The present generation of former pupils is very excited about this new venture. The project is being led by Canon Wilfred Young OBE who served as Headmaster of the High School from 1970 to 1991. Planning meetings have been ongoing in the school since early summer and the officers of the Steering Committee are Chairman, Canon Young, Treasurer Mr Randal McKinney and Secretary Ms Diane McCormick . Membership of the Association is open to anyone who has attended Cookstown High School or Cookstown County Secondary Intermediate School or been a member of staff of either school. The Steering Committee anticipates quite a bit of interest and already the circle of those who have expressed an interest is expanding rapidly. There are ambitious plans for social events, school reunions and special events with guest speakers particularly of former pupils, so many of whom have gone on to give leadership in many diverse fields. At present the Steering Committee is building the Association’s membership base ahead of a formal launch event. An application form can be downloaded from here. Speaking of the development Canon Young said, “Cookstown High School is a prestigious school with an impressive history. So many former pupils have gone on to lead such distinguished careers. Many people have made friends for life at school and we want to harness all that to keep people in contact with each other, to promote the values of the school and continue the school’s development long into the future. “

🎶 Past and Present – A Celebration of Music at Cookstown High School 🎶As part of our 220th Anniversary Celebrations, Coo...
03/06/2026

🎶 Past and Present – A Celebration of Music at Cookstown High School 🎶

As part of our 220th Anniversary Celebrations, Cookstown High School is delighted to present a very special anniversary concert at the Burnavon Theatre on Wednesday 24th June.

This unique event will bring together former pupils, current pupils, staff and members of our wider school community to celebrate the rich musical heritage of Cookstown High School. From cherished memories of performances past to the talents of today's young musicians, the evening promises to be a wonderful showcase of the people who have shaped our school through music over the years.

Join us as we celebrate 220 years of friendship, community and musical excellence, reconnect with familiar faces, and enjoy an evening of outstanding performances in what promises to be a memorable occasion for all.

We look forward to welcoming you as we celebrate the wonderful legacy of music at Cookstown High School.

Let’s make this a truly unforgettable celebration of music and community. 💙🎶

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This week's Mid

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Tour the School. Reconnect. Relive the Memories.We are all ready for our 220th Anniversary Heritage Exhibition tomorrow ...
15/05/2026

Tour the School. Reconnect. Relive the Memories.

We are all ready for our 220th Anniversary Heritage Exhibition tomorrow at Cookstown High School. 💙

There is a wonderful display of photographs, newspaper clippings and memorabilia from across the decades, celebrating the people, memories and traditions that have shaped our school community over the past 220 years.

We hope past pupils, families, friends and members of the wider community will come along and support this special event.

📅 Saturday 16th May
⏰ 11:00am – 4:00pm
📍 Please arrive at Reception

☕ Afternoon Tea will also be available in the Granary (Junior Canteen).

We look forward to welcoming you back to Cookstown High School as we celebrate our shared history together.

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Former Pupils and Teachers of Cookstown Secondary School please come along tomorrow for a school tour and reminisce in t...
15/05/2026

Former Pupils and Teachers of Cookstown Secondary School please come along tomorrow for a school tour and reminisce in the Millar Hall … 11am - 4pm

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