The term got off to a very active and very green start last week. We took part in lots of exciting activities in school last week and have lots more action planned for the rest of the term.
Planting:
All classes planted plugs on Thursday. These will be transferred to our new beds to be built at the front of the school in the coming weeks.
Green Schools – Biodiversity:
We are delighted to receive the news during the week that we are to be awarded our fifth Green Flag for Biodiversity. Thank you to Ms. Magrane and the Green School Committee for all the hard work and effort in preparing the application for submission. Congratulations to the whole school community on such a wonderful achievement.
Sensory Garden:
Paddy Madden, a school garden expert, visited the school last Friday, 13/4/18. Every child was treated to a visit to the nature museum that Paddy brought with him. After lunch he worked with staff members and senior pupils on plans for the school garden which will include – 1. a woodland area, 2. a sensory garden and 3. a planting area. We are very excited about this new venture and will update you as we go. If you would like to get involved with this project, please let Mrs. Sherlock or Mona know.
Football:
Senior Boys game today in Robertstown G.A.A. @ 1:30pm V Allen. Training next Monday, 23/4/18 after school in Robertstown G.A.A.
Senior Girls training Tuesday, 17/4/18 in Robertstown G.A.A. @ 2:45pm – 3:30pm and Monday 23/4/18 @ 2:45pm – 3:30pm. Waiting on next game notification.
Cross Country:
Good Luck to the two teams of 8 (boys and girls) who will attend Hawkfield on Friday, 20/4/18 to run. Bus leaving the school @ 11:45M, €3 per child for bus, returning before 2pm.
Soccer:
Girls are due to take part in soccer final on Wednesday 18/4/18. More details to follow.
Hurling:
Due to have hurling match this Thursday, more details to follow. Training on Wednesday 18/4/18 after school @ 2:45pm – 3:30pm on Astro in Robertstown G.A.A.
6th Class Retreat:
6th Class are going on their Confirmation Retreat tomorrow 17/4/18 in Mount St.Annes.
Fundraiser – Friday 20/4/18:
Bring A Book, Buy A Book. You can start sending in used books in good condition to the front door near the office. Books will be sorted on Thursday evening. On Friday we will hold our book sale in the hall. Parents are welcome to come along from 1pm. All books cost €2. All support for this worthy cause is much appreciated. Funds raised will go towards Special Education Support in the school.
Green Schools – Active School Week:
Next week is Active School Week and we have an action packed agenda planned for all classes. Updates will follow.
