We would like to create an environment where children will acquire and develop the necessary knowledge and skill to become independent, confident learners – where they will develop their self-esteem to enable them to express and achieve their full potential. We will endeavour to broaden each child’s experience to help them become spiritual, well-balanced and tolerant individuals with a respect for themselves and others.
It was great for the children to get out onto the grass today to try out the new goalposts that were very kindly provided by Bernard in Active South Dublin. Many thanks to the six children who are members of the SDCC Junior Safety Forum and thought that the goalposts would be a benefit to children in our school, and also thanks to Roddy for putting the goalposts together and cutting the grass so the children had a nice surface to play on.
The boys and girls from Room 11 and Room 12 had a great day on Friday. There were some great outfits (and dance moves!) on display. We hope everybody is enjoying the long weekend after a busy week in school and look forward to seeing you tomorrow. Beannachtaí na Féile Pádraig!
Two of our parents/guardians were very lucky to be invited to Maynooth University and find out about the Maynooth University Access Programme on Tuesday. It was a great day on campus and we all learned about University courses, application and selection processes and supports. Many thanks to Joey, HSCL in Talbot SNS for organising the trip and to Emer, Gemma and Ruth in Maynooth University for making the day so informative and memorable.
We are delighted to announce our upcoming fundraiser! We would love to see as many of our families come and celebrate with us. The Garth Brooks experience will be held in the Spa Hotel and all proceeds will go towards both Schools and the Divine Mercy Parish. Tickets on sale from tomorrow in school.
A group of parents and children had great fun earlier this week with Sinead from South Dublin County Partnership. Sinead showed the parents how to cook easy, nutritious meals using an air fryer. Everyone enjoyed sampling the wedges, chicken dippers and burgers that Sinead made for the group! Many thanks to Trish in Balgaddy Child and Family Centre for facilitating the class.
It has been a busy few weeks in Rm 4. Max and CJ got to play at half time with their teams in two League of Ireland matches. Max played at Drogheda United’s match and CJ played at the St. Pats match. Thanks so much to Cathy for some amazing pancakes on Pancake Tuesday. It was also Engineers Week so the children had great fun with the Kapla Blocks.
The Student Council took part in a community clean up day with Anthony from South Dublin County Council this morning. They really loved helping to tidy up the local area and look forward to doing some more spring clean ups in the coming weeks! Well done to all of the students for doing a super job!
We are delighted to be chosen for the Tesco Community Fund in Adamstown Tesco. Two members of our Student Council met with Justine yesterday and discussed how the school could use any donations to help the teachers and children. We also discussed the Stronger Starts programme that is also ran by Tesco. We are very lucky to be part of this brilliant programme which has a positive impact on our school community.
We had our first Art and Craft class with Audrey on Friday. Our parents used scrabble pieces to spell out members of their family to create a beautiful piece of artwork for their wall. They can’t wait to see what Audrey has planned for the next class!
A group of children in 4th Class finished their LifeSkills programme this morning. LifeSkills teaches children and young people the skills needed to build confidence, make pro-health choices, resist peer pressure, and develop resilience. They learn important health information about the harmful effects of risk-taking behaviours. Many thanks to Amalia and Ellie for coordinating the programme.
The children in Ms. Hyland’s class had their last Storybook Reading Initiative session on Tuesday. Everyone really enjoyed taking part - many thanks to the parents who came in and listened to the boys and girls reading. We will be starting another four week block in Ms. Dee and Ms. Smyth’s class next Tuesday.
All families, as one of our Wellbeing and Amber flag goals for this year, we are going to have a Non schoolbag day this Friday! The rule is that you have to use something other than your school bag to bring in your books and pencil case to school! Get thinking!
The Industrial Revolution was a period of major changes in the way products are made. It took place more than 200 years ago and greatly affected the way people lived as well as the way they worked. The students have been busy creating these fantastic projects. How inventive!
The children in Ms. Hyland’s class had their second Storybook Reading Initiative session on Tuesday. They are all enjoying reading about Max the hedgehog and whether he’ll be able to cross the busy road safely! Again, thanks to the parents who came in and listened to the boys and girls reading, we appreciate your help and support.
Parents/Guardians,
Please find attached the Events & Activities Brochure for February in North Clondalkin Library.
Unless ‘All welcome’ is stated, booking is essential. Online booking for events can be reached here.
All events and activities are free of charge.
Thanks,
Owen - HSCL
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Address:Griffeen Avenue, Balgaddy, Lucan, Co. Dublin
Phone:01 467 0689
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