The Department of Education and Skills’ NEPS psychologists have developed advice and some resources for young people to manage and stay well when schools are closed. Please click to access. Advice to young people while schools are closed Plan for the Day Relaxation techniques NEPS psychologists have developed guidance for parents supporting children to create [...]
This is a list of services that have been made available for free for the duration of the COVID-19 pandemic, and is being continuously updated. They may come in handy at home. The link is: https://covid19.shanehastings.eu/giveback/.
We need to stay at home for the next two weeks. We have to do this to keep each other safe and well. Fr. Jerry has shared this beautiful blessing. Please click 'Read More' and click on image to enlarge.
RTÉ's new Home School Hub will span across its television and online platforms, providing our primary school children with fun and engaging daily lessons from the comfort of their homes. RTÉ and Macalla Teo, with support from Mary Immaculate College, have collaborated on the cross-platform teaching initiative for primary school children across the country. Watch [...]
The following is an excellent list of additional practical leisure and pleasure activities that may be of interest. Please click 'Read More' and click on image to enlarge:
Well done to the NCSE who has published 'Top Tips' on Speech & Language Therapy and Occupational Therapy for all parents to use at home including those pupils with additional needs. Please access this information on their website: https://ncse.ie/online-resources-for-parents
“It is a time to rest in God, to let the words listened to and sung penetrate one’s being.” So says Brother John, a Taizé monk. Fr. Jerry has advised of the following. Please click 'Read More'.
Re. Home Learning during COVID-19 Emergency: As I reflect on the last two weeks, I wish to compliment both staff and parents on the amazing achievements in adapting to the huge unprecedented change that has enveloped our community and school routines. These circumstances are new to us all and we are all trying to help [...]
Minister for Education and Skills, Mr. Joe McHugh has confirmed that schools will not re-open in the short term as efforts continue to stop the spread of COVID-19. Our school will remain closed next week from Monday 30-03-2020 to Friday 03-04-2020 inclusive. Easter Holidays are from 06-04-2020 to 17-04-2020 inclusive. More information will be made [...]
During these hectic times of worry and stress, it is might be wise to take some time out to enjoy the 'simple things' in life. Click 'Read More' and you might find an idea (indoor or outdoor) that suits you and your family. Click on image to enlarge. Many thanks to those who shared the [...]
