Dear Parents/Guardians, I hope you are all keeping well and staying safe. On Friday evening May 1st, our Taoiseach Leo Varadkar T.D. confirmed that our school will be closed until after the summer holidays. I am still processing the reality of his message. This announcement disappointed all of us but we realise these measures have [...]
The following is just such a lovely graphic to remind us that learning isn’t confined solely to classrooms and schools. Please click 'Read More' and click on image to enlarge:
Check out today's advice for parents on supporting young people with daily routines at home, developed by the Department's National Educational Psychological Service. Please click 'Read More' and access: https://www.education.ie/covid19/wellbeing/
Bishop Fintan reflects on the fruits and the gifts of the Holy Spirit for our Confirmation students. Please click 'Read More@ and access: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHfaZInERfI&feature=youtu.be
Gill Books have published the Irish edition of 'Coronavirus: A book for children', illustrated by 'The Gruffalo's' Axel Scheffler. The book answers key questions in simple language appropriate for 5 to 9 year olds: • What is the coronavirus? • How do you catch the coronavirus? • What happens if you catch the coronavirus? • [...]
Our school Calendar for 2020-2021 is now uploaded. Our re-opening date after summer is Thursday 27-08-2020. Days highlighted in 'orange' and 'yellow' are closures-holidays.
In our school for the month of May, we always create small altar in our foyer and classrooms dedicated to Mary, the mother of God. Let this be our virtual altar honouring Mary and we ask her to keep us safe during these challenging times. Why not prepare a May altar in your home following the [...]
NEPS in Co. Clare have updated us regarding excellent resources that they have developed and are now available on the Department’s website. Please click on the following links: Advice for Young People while Schools are Closed Talking to Children and Young People about Covid 19 Advice for parents on routines and schedules Behaviour Support Pack [...]
Please access these fantastic family resources for you and your family to enjoy as part of Active HOME Week. Click on the following link, https://padlet.com/ballygiblinmarieh/dfyblac77krpg99b, choose from one of the many wonderful resources and have fun. You could try a different activity each day as part of Active HOME Week. Stay safe, Stay active and [...]
These uncertain times have led to an understandable disruption to family life, with parents and children spending more time than usual at home, and online. Digital devices are providing many benefits, whether it’s to help children to continue their education through distance learning, using social media to connect with their friends and relatives, or using [...]
