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.
Boys and Girls from 3rd, 4th,5th and 6th class with the best attendance were rewarded with a trip to St. Catherine’s Park last week. They had a great time and had lots of fun in the playground and maze. Thanks to Alan Silver from Dublin Bus and of course Roddy for bringing the children.
Next week we will be celebrating Catholic Schools Week 2025. The children will engage in class activities that reflect the theme Alive in Christ. On Wednesday 'Grandparents Day' we will include grandparents in our prayers at the 9:15 parish mass. 5th class will be in attendance at that mass and we welcome Grandparents to share in this celebration if they wish.
The School Lotto wasn't won this week either and the Jackpot Prize is getting closer to €1000 each week. Congratulations to Christina , Sean Greene's mother, who won our Spot Prize this week. Thanks to.all those families who continue to.suppoet this valuable cause.
Parents/Guardians,
Paula Joyce (The Dyslexic Teacher) is hosting a webinar entitled Dyslexia in Secondary School specifically for parents and guardians on Monday January 20th at 8 pm.
This webinar may benefit parents who may have children with dyslexia in the senior years of primary school.
This webinar will explain:
All questions will be answered on the night.
Tickets are available from eventbrite.
https://www.eventbrite.ie/x/dyslexia-in-secondary-school-tickets-1129095327519
Thanks,
Owen - HSCL
If you are interested on behalf of your son or daughter, please complete an expression of interest form and return it to the school or send by email to the email address below, by Thursday 16th January. This form can now be found on our school website. It is located under 'Our School', 'our policies' and labelled 'Rainbows Application form'. Any queries at all, please dont hesitate to contact us at rainbowsdivinemercy@gmail.com
https://www.dmbalgaddysns.ie/
Parents/Guardians,
Please find attached the Events & Activities Brochures for January 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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The boys and girls were very excited for Christmas this week. Lieven, from Mr Hamell’s 6th Class, is especially looking forward to the big day! Happy Christmas boys and girls. Have lots of fun with your families and friends over the next two weeks. You deserve it!
We had our last bit of 3rd Class Christmas fun in Ms. Smyth’s classroom on Monday morning. A great turnout of parents and guardians joined the children to paint some Christmas scenes and really get into the Christmas spirit! Like in Room 6 we also had a special visitor to the classroom - can you spot him?!
Parents/Guardians,
Here at Divine Mercy SNS we place a huge emphasis on attendance. It is important for your child to attend school every day as research shows that to develop the habit of regularly going to secondary school, a routine starts in the national school. By regularly going to school, your child and your family gets to know the teacher, other children and families. The more you are involved in your child’s learning the more we can work together to support your child and make sure they get the best start to school. Attending regularly helps your child develop a sense of belonging and connection to school.
There may be times when your child has to miss school because she or he is ill. This is to be expected and you should notify the school on the Aladdin Connect app when this occurs. Children may also have to attend a medical or dental appointment in school time. However, you should try to make routine appointments such as dental check-ups during the school holiday or after school hours.
For more information please read the ‘Don’t let your child miss out’ attachment - it is a few years old but it is very useful. In the leaflet it clearly says that the school must tell the National Educational Welfare Board, if your child has missed 20 days or more in the school year or if it is concerned that your child is missing too much school.
If you have any questions regarding your child’s attendance please contact me on the number below.
Thanks,
Owen - HSCL
083 200 2449
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The Christmas fun continued in Ms. McClelland’s classroom yesterday morning as again parents and guardians joined the children to paint some Christmas decorations! Everyone enjoyed themselves and we also had a four legged visitor in the classroom!
Parents/Guardians,
Some of the 6th Class children went to the annual TY Christmas Fair in St. Kevin’s CC last week. There were lots of crafts, games and tasty treats to spend money on whilst bumping in to some familiar faces! Thanks to Mary Lynam for the kind invitation.
Owen - HSCL
There was a lovely Christmas atmosphere in Ms. Ionita’s classroom this morning as parents and guardians joined the children to paint some Christmas decorations! Everyone enjoyed a hot chocolate, a few biscuits and Christmas music - a great way for Ms.Ionita to celebrate her birthday!
We are excited to announce our upcoming Fantastic Fun Fri-YAY, Fundraiser, which will be held on Friday, December 13th. This fun and creative event gives our students the opportunity to choose from a range of activities or routines for the day that normally aren’t permitted, all while raising funds to support our school.
This weekend, two girls in Ms Hyland’s class showed off their dancing skills and brought home some fancy new silverware. Teagan went to Blackpool on Saturday where she won a trophy for Ballroom and Latin dance. On Sunday, she continued her winning streak with first and second place in set pieces!
Room 4 had two reasons to celebrate this week. First of all a huge congratulations to Max Maguire who won player of the year with his football team Drogheda Bhoys. We also had a surprise visitor on Monday morning. He is keeping an eye on the boys and girls in Room 4 and also getting up to mischief!!
Ms.Brennan's class had great fun designing ads for various items from empowering shampoos to suitcases to flying cars!!The boys and girls worked in pairs to create wonderful eye catching ads which included prices,special features, extras and places of purchase.They enjoyed presenting their fantastic work to their peers.Well done everyone. Watch out Dragon's Den!!
Congratulations, Ewelina Lucero, on winning this week's Spot Prize . Thanks also to all those families who continue to support our school, Lotto. Our Jackpot stands at €500 now!!! There's an extra chance to win some great prizes in the lead up to Christmas. Check out the Lotto Website !
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