School Bus Transport 2023-2024
| School Bus Transport |
Recording of Cycle Against Suicide's talk for parents with Dr Blanaid Gavin
Following an unprecedented interest in Cycle Against Suicide's recent information talk with Dr. Blanaid Gavin https://people.ucd.ie/blanaid.gavin on 'Understanding Anxiety in Teenagers', parents can now register for access to the recording.
𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝘅𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀
In this session, Dr. Gavin talks about what anxiety is, why it happens, when to be concerned, and how to help.
𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀
Dr. Gavin also discusses what is known about the causes and consequences of depression and what is known to aid recovery.
This recording is free to all parents.
For access, parents can register at: https://www.cycleagainstsuicide.com/parent-talks/
Following an unprecedented interest in Cycle Against Suicide's recent information talk with Dr. Blanaid Gavin https://people.ucd.ie/blanaid.gavin on 'Understanding Anxiety in Teenagers', parents can now register for access to the recording.
𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗔𝗻𝘅𝗶𝗲𝘁𝘆 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀
In this session, Dr. Gavin talks about what anxiety is, why it happens, when to be concerned, and how to help.
𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗗𝗲𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗧𝗲𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗿𝘀
Dr. Gavin also discusses what is known about the causes and consequences of depression and what is known to aid recovery.
This recording is free to all parents.
For access, parents can register at: https://www.cycleagainstsuicide.com/parent-talks/
Children in 5th and 6th Class recently took part in Scór na bPáistí in Athenry. They competed in Instrumental Music, Solo-Singing, Ballad Group and the Quiz Competition. Well done to Ruby who came first in Recitation/Storytelling and now goes on to represent Galway in the Connaught Finals.
Well done to all our talented dancers who were prize winners in the recent Connaught Championships.
Healthy Eating Webinar
Dear parents,
There is a webinar taking place on Tuesday the 28th of February from 7.00pm to 8.15pm called Healthy Eating Habits for our National School Children. The main speaker is Dr Colette Reynolds and she will be giving some tips, information and guidance around this topic. You can register for this free webinar using this link: https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/PlanetYouthHEH or through the www.planetyouth.ie website.
Parents can also submit questions on the night or in advance by email to info@planetyouth.ie.
There is a webinar taking place on Tuesday the 28th of February from 7.00pm to 8.15pm called Healthy Eating Habits for our National School Children. The main speaker is Dr Colette Reynolds and she will be giving some tips, information and guidance around this topic. You can register for this free webinar using this link: https://event.webinarjam.com/channel/PlanetYouthHEH or through the www.planetyouth.ie website.
Parents can also submit questions on the night or in advance by email to info@planetyouth.ie.
Times Table Challenge
| times_table_challenge_info_for_parents.pdf |
Many thanks to our wonderful chefs, Ms. Cusack and Ms. O' Grady, who cooked over 100 pancakes so everyone got to enjoy at least one. They were delicious!
Mindfulness Classes for Children in Ballinasloe
| mindfulness_for_children.pdf |
Father John visited us in school to celebrate the first three days of February. He blessed St. Brigid's Crosses for her feast on February 1st and then recalled the story of St. Blaise which is associated with Candlemas Day (2nd) and the Feast of St Blaise on the 3rd. Father then blessed our throats to keep them healthy through the year.
Christmas School Musicals
Here are some photos from our Christmas School Musicals. Well done to all the children. Everyone had a most enjoyable evening of entertainment.
Gaming and Social Networks: A Talk for Parents
| gaming___social_networks_a_talk_for_parents_nov_8th_2022.pdf |
Huge congratulations to our boys and girls football teams who both won their respective football tournaments to qualify for the county finals in Lough George. It was a fantastic achievement for the children who represented our school brilliantly. We are all very proud of you.
Homework
Homework begins this week in all classes. Please see our Homework Policy in the aboutus/policies part of our website. If you have any questions, please speak to your child's class teacher.
Loughrea Junior Road Race Entry Form
| race_entry_form_loughrea_ac_junior.doc |
All the staff would like to welcome our children back to school and especially any new families who are joining us this year. We are looking forward to another successful year in Cappataggle N.S.
A reminder that shorts can be worn until October mid-term (weather permitting).
If your child is absent and you would like the reason recorded on the roll you can call Mary, email cappyns@hotmail.com or send a note - whatever suits. We record it as an unexplained absence if not otherwise informed.
Parent- Teacher meetings will be held by phone in early November, once children have settled into their new classes. Teachers are available to meet by appointment otherwise. Please contact Mary in the school office.
Mary will be in the office all week, except Thursdays. It may be easier to make contact with a member of staff via email on Thursdays at cappyns@hotmail.com. We will also check phone messages and return calls.
Homework will not start until October and we will send more information on this closer to the time.
A reminder to keep children off school with Covid symptoms or if they have a positive test. Siblings can still come to school, unless positive or symptomatic themselves.
Congratulations to our graduating class of 2022. We are very proud of the fine young people you have all become and wish you the very best for the future.
Department of Education Anti-Bullying
The Department of Education is currently reviewing the Action Plan on Bullying and the Anti-bullying Procedures for Primary and Post-primary Schools. As part of this work the Department is seeking your views about what should be done to prevent and tackle bullying in our schools.
The Department is inviting you to make written submissions and to complete a short questionnaire as part of the public consultation process. The consultation can be accessed on www.gov.ie/schools-anti-bullying-plan-review/ . The closing date for receipt of submissions is Tuesday 21 June 2022.
The Department is inviting you to make written submissions and to complete a short questionnaire as part of the public consultation process. The consultation can be accessed on www.gov.ie/schools-anti-bullying-plan-review/ . The closing date for receipt of submissions is Tuesday 21 June 2022.
Manning Cup
We entered a boys and girls team in this years Manning Cup Athletics Competition and were placed in the Large Schools Section. Both teams did brilliantly. The boys finished in 4th of 7 teams, while the girls finished 5th; but in a tight finish were just 2 points from 2nd place! A brilliant result everyone - well done!!!
Here are some of the children who participated.
Here are some of the children who participated.
Garda Dog Unit
We were very lucky to have a visit from the Garda Dog Unit. We met Bella, who sniffs out explosives, and Gus who is used for general protection.
More of our fabulously talented children with prizes they have won in sporting events in recent weeks.
Homework
Homework has finished for this year. Children will continue their Spellings For Me in class, if applicable, and can take this time to enjoy books as we wind down towards summer.
Senior children have been enjoying our new outdoor table tennis tables at break-times.
School Fitness Summer Camp in Cappataggle School
| cappataggle_summer_camp__1_.pdf |
Cookery Club
All children from 3rd - 6th Class have been learning vital cookery skills each week with Helena. They have cooked a variety of dishes, from chicken fajitas to a roast dinner. It is lovely to see them with such confidence in the kitchen!
St. Gabriel's Girls Teams: all training takes place in Aughrim.
U8 & U10 Fri 7-8pm
U12 Tues 6-7pm
U8 & U10 Fri 7-8pm
U12 Tues 6-7pm
Our school hurling team played in the recent Garda Tournament in Kilconieron with 15 other school teams in 4 divisions. The children played very well and made it to the Division 2 semi-final where we lost to a very strong Bullaun team. Well done to all.
Information for Parents of Children in Infants, First and Second Classes
| parent_information_on_ucc_reasearch_study_for_infants_to_2nd.pdf |
Science Week Ski Challenge
The whole school took part in a Science Week Ski Challenge. A skier needed to be built from just tin foil and lollipop sticks. Each class had their own competitions to choose a representative who then took on the rest of the school. It was a very tight finish with Oisín in Fourth Class coming out victorious by just 2 cms. Thanks to Daniel, Colm and Conal in 6th for making the ski ramp.
Celebrating St. Patrick's Day
What a wonderful Lá Glas Session sa Halla. Many thanks to our fabulous Ceidhlidh Bands and our dancers. It was lovely to see everyone up and dancing and enjoying the music. Happy St. Patrick's Day from us all.
Seachtain na Gaeilge
All children in the school had a huge 'Caint 's Cómhrá' for Seachtain na Gaeilge. We practiced key questions and phrases in our classes and then engaged with children in other rooms. It was lovely to all get to speak Irish together.
Internet Safety Parent's Night
| internet_safety_parent_night.pdf |
A Call for Peace – Ash Wednesday 2nd March 2022
In response to Pope Francis’ call for prayer and fasting for peace in Ukraine and in the World, the Diocese of Clonfert will hold a short candlelit Vigil of Prayer on Wednesday 2nd of March as follows throughout the Diocese.
6pm outside St Brendan’s Cathedral, Loughrea
6pm outside St Michael’s Church, Ballinasloe
6pm outside St Brigid’s Church, Portumna
Building on close ties between many of our clergy and clergy in Ukraine Bishop Michael invites people to make a donation to humanitarian aid for those who are suffering. You can do so directly by cheques made Payable to Clonfert Collection, by placing cash in an envelope marked Ukraine and placing it in the collection box in your local church or through the I Donate system on the Clonfert Diocesan Website noting in the comments that the donations is for Ukraine. All donations will be forwarded to parishes known to the Diocese in Ukraine to alleviate the suffering of those most in need at this terrible time for so many.
In response to Pope Francis’ call for prayer and fasting for peace in Ukraine and in the World, the Diocese of Clonfert will hold a short candlelit Vigil of Prayer on Wednesday 2nd of March as follows throughout the Diocese.
6pm outside St Brendan’s Cathedral, Loughrea
6pm outside St Michael’s Church, Ballinasloe
6pm outside St Brigid’s Church, Portumna
Building on close ties between many of our clergy and clergy in Ukraine Bishop Michael invites people to make a donation to humanitarian aid for those who are suffering. You can do so directly by cheques made Payable to Clonfert Collection, by placing cash in an envelope marked Ukraine and placing it in the collection box in your local church or through the I Donate system on the Clonfert Diocesan Website noting in the comments that the donations is for Ukraine. All donations will be forwarded to parishes known to the Diocese in Ukraine to alleviate the suffering of those most in need at this terrible time for so many.
Killalaghton Drama Group
| killalaghton_drama_group.docx.pdf |
Hockey Club Crest Competition: See details below
| crest_competition.pdf |
Safer Internet Day February 8th
Today is Safer Internet Day. Each class will have lessons in school while our Digital Leaders will support the younger children too. As parents you can find lots of useful information at the following link: https://www.webwise.ie/parents/
18/01/'22 Letter to Parents from Father John
| letter_from_fr._kirby.pdf |
22/12/2021
Dear Parents,
All the staff in Cappataggle N.S. would like to wish you a very Happy Christmas and all the best for 2022. It has been a challenging term but as a school community we have really pulled together and your support is always appreciated.
Some books have been sent home today but we fully expect, and greatly hope, to be back on January 6th. We are having top of the range Clevertouch Interactive Whiteboards installed over the holidays in every classroom so the teachers can't wait to try out their new toys. We have also taken delivery of a number of HEPA filters which should hopefully help with ventilation in the colder months ahead.
We have contacted the Bishop's Office regarding Confirmation dates and these should hopefully be released at the end of January. Father Kirby will also let us know once he's decided on a First Communion date early in the New Year.
Many thanks and see you all in 2022.
Cappataggle Staff
Dear Parents,
All the staff in Cappataggle N.S. would like to wish you a very Happy Christmas and all the best for 2022. It has been a challenging term but as a school community we have really pulled together and your support is always appreciated.
Some books have been sent home today but we fully expect, and greatly hope, to be back on January 6th. We are having top of the range Clevertouch Interactive Whiteboards installed over the holidays in every classroom so the teachers can't wait to try out their new toys. We have also taken delivery of a number of HEPA filters which should hopefully help with ventilation in the colder months ahead.
We have contacted the Bishop's Office regarding Confirmation dates and these should hopefully be released at the end of January. Father Kirby will also let us know once he's decided on a First Communion date early in the New Year.
Many thanks and see you all in 2022.
Cappataggle Staff
St. Killian's New Inn Newsletter
| newsletter_december_2021.pdf |
On behalf of An Garda Síochána I would like to wish you and all your students a very happy and safe Christmas.
Due to Covid regulations, it is not possible for the Garda Band to visit schools at this time. Please see attached link to the Garda Band Christmas Video which includes a visit from Santa which some of your students may find interesting on https://youtu.be/K9Nl8pQjWAg.
#FindDazzler
Our search for Dazzler the Elf continues on social media. An Garda Síochána are posting updates on our social media channels each morning and have a map available on the Garda website
We are hoping your students can help track Dazzler’s movements and post using the following hashtags #FindDazzler #CáBhfuilDazzler
All of the materials for this campaign will be available on the Garda website.
Due to Covid regulations, it is not possible for the Garda Band to visit schools at this time. Please see attached link to the Garda Band Christmas Video which includes a visit from Santa which some of your students may find interesting on https://youtu.be/K9Nl8pQjWAg.
#FindDazzler
Our search for Dazzler the Elf continues on social media. An Garda Síochána are posting updates on our social media channels each morning and have a map available on the Garda website
We are hoping your students can help track Dazzler’s movements and post using the following hashtags #FindDazzler #CáBhfuilDazzler
All of the materials for this campaign will be available on the Garda website.
"There is a new club in town - Loughrea Lakers Hockey Club.
A taster session will be held in Loughrea in January 2022 where people can give hockey a go.
Hockey Sticks will be made available from the club which are free to use on the day, but if you have your own then please bring it along.
Players / Parents must register their interest to take part via the form on the homepage of our website www.loughrealakershockeyclub.com. More information on the taster session can be obtained by reaching out to us at the following e-mail address admin@loughrealakershockeyclub.com
Players must bring their own mouth guard and shin guards with them to participate.
There is a 10 Euro admin fee to cover insurance costs under Hockey Irelands membership program.
We look forward to welcoming you to the taster session and hope you will have a great day.
A taster session will be held in Loughrea in January 2022 where people can give hockey a go.
Hockey Sticks will be made available from the club which are free to use on the day, but if you have your own then please bring it along.
Players / Parents must register their interest to take part via the form on the homepage of our website www.loughrealakershockeyclub.com. More information on the taster session can be obtained by reaching out to us at the following e-mail address admin@loughrealakershockeyclub.com
Players must bring their own mouth guard and shin guards with them to participate.
There is a 10 Euro admin fee to cover insurance costs under Hockey Irelands membership program.
We look forward to welcoming you to the taster session and hope you will have a great day.
Positive Primaries Day Tuesday November 23rd
Dear Principals,
The closing date for receipt of Applications for incoming first years September 2022 is November 26th 2021.
We have decided that students may view the school if they wish, by appointment only.
We attached the following forms link for parents to complete their chosen date & time, should they wish to book to view the school.
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=k0UbVHlqE02LQXsWFGj4tzUbY02FzAVJpgIbZDMDcPZUQ1lYT1pEQkVYMDlQNDlXTTdLSjFQVVhSUS4u
Fill | St Killian's College School Viewing - First Years 2022
Dear parents, As a follow on from our virtual opening evening and our offer to facilitate students to view the school we would like to thank those of you who have availed of this opportunity to date. To avoid disappointment for those of you who still wish to view the school, there are a limited number of dates available for viewings. Please complete the details below and click on the drop down menu for the most suitable appointment date & time for you to view the school with your child. We will contact you by telephone to confirm your chosen date & time. Note: The closing date for applications is the 26/11/2021.
forms.office.com
We would be very grateful if you can circulate this to your 6th class parents.
Thank you & regards,
Pádraig.
The closing date for receipt of Applications for incoming first years September 2022 is November 26th 2021.
We have decided that students may view the school if they wish, by appointment only.
We attached the following forms link for parents to complete their chosen date & time, should they wish to book to view the school.
https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=k0UbVHlqE02LQXsWFGj4tzUbY02FzAVJpgIbZDMDcPZUQ1lYT1pEQkVYMDlQNDlXTTdLSjFQVVhSUS4u
Fill | St Killian's College School Viewing - First Years 2022
Dear parents, As a follow on from our virtual opening evening and our offer to facilitate students to view the school we would like to thank those of you who have availed of this opportunity to date. To avoid disappointment for those of you who still wish to view the school, there are a limited number of dates available for viewings. Please complete the details below and click on the drop down menu for the most suitable appointment date & time for you to view the school with your child. We will contact you by telephone to confirm your chosen date & time. Note: The closing date for applications is the 26/11/2021.
forms.office.com
We would be very grateful if you can circulate this to your 6th class parents.
Thank you & regards,
Pádraig.
Wig Wednesday
School Council members are pictured presenting a cheque to Jennifer from Hand in Hand. Many thanks to everyone for your generosity as we raised 435 euro in total for this deserving charity.
Showjumping Competition
Well done to Jodie and her horse Killimor Oatfield Hero on a brilliant win in School's Showjumping. Jodie had just one fence down and went quickest to take the winning rosette.
Congrats to all our pupils who were part of the title winning St. Gabriels U12 Football team. Well done!
Jersey Day on Friday
Best of luck to the Galway Camogie Team, and especially those connected to our school, in the All Ireland Final on Sunday. To show our support we will wear something maroon (jersey, ribbons, t shirt etc.) this Friday.
If you would like to donate a suggested 2 euro to Galway Camogie you can access the link below. Please note this is completely voluntary.
Created By : Galway Camogie
Page URL :. www.idonate.ie/GalCamogie
(Say Cappataggle NS only if you decide to donate)
If you would like to donate a suggested 2 euro to Galway Camogie you can access the link below. Please note this is completely voluntary.
Created By : Galway Camogie
Page URL :. www.idonate.ie/GalCamogie
(Say Cappataggle NS only if you decide to donate)
Dear parents and students,
We look forward to welcoming you all back to school tomorrow, Wednesday 1st of September.
I have added an updated Covid Response Plan to the Covid Section of the website and some links sent to us by the Department of Education. The plan is largely the same - we await the delivery of CO2 monitors which will be used to check air quality in the school.
Familiarise yourself with the symptoms of Covid 19 but if in doubt seek your GP's advice and err on the side of caution. Email either your class teacher or school email when your child has been absent as we mark the reason on the rolla. You can also phone the school office. This will be helpful to have if your child exceeds 20 days of abscences in a school year.
For tomorrow please ensure you have:
* Completed the Return to School Form sent on Text a Parent (click the link and upload)
* Packed pocket sanitiser for children in 1st - 6th Classes
* Labelled all items coming to school
We will give out book rental books over the coming days as we wait on deliveries.
Mary's new office days are full days on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Please use the messaging service if you phone on Tuesdays and Thursdays and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Alternatively send an email to cappyns@hotmail.com.
There has been lots of work taking place in school this summer including roof and sewage works. We are also looking forward to our garden space being completed. We plan to use this for children to play in, store toys/equipment, change into wellingtons and shelter from the weather.
Parents of Infants are welcome into the playground for the first days but we ask all other parents, as always, to send children in from the gate. Please continue to avoid congregating and wear face coverings if possible.
As before children from 3rd to 6th enter through the rear door and children from Infants to 2nd enter through the front door.
We will contact parents of First Communion children as soon as we have the most up to date guidance on numbers allowed in the church. Please bear with us for a few days.
County Photos will be in school next Monday 6th. I'll send a reminder over the weekend.
Thanks as always for your support. We are really looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.
S. Dervan
We look forward to welcoming you all back to school tomorrow, Wednesday 1st of September.
I have added an updated Covid Response Plan to the Covid Section of the website and some links sent to us by the Department of Education. The plan is largely the same - we await the delivery of CO2 monitors which will be used to check air quality in the school.
Familiarise yourself with the symptoms of Covid 19 but if in doubt seek your GP's advice and err on the side of caution. Email either your class teacher or school email when your child has been absent as we mark the reason on the rolla. You can also phone the school office. This will be helpful to have if your child exceeds 20 days of abscences in a school year.
For tomorrow please ensure you have:
* Completed the Return to School Form sent on Text a Parent (click the link and upload)
* Packed pocket sanitiser for children in 1st - 6th Classes
* Labelled all items coming to school
We will give out book rental books over the coming days as we wait on deliveries.
Mary's new office days are full days on Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Please use the messaging service if you phone on Tuesdays and Thursdays and we will get back to you as soon as we can. Alternatively send an email to cappyns@hotmail.com.
There has been lots of work taking place in school this summer including roof and sewage works. We are also looking forward to our garden space being completed. We plan to use this for children to play in, store toys/equipment, change into wellingtons and shelter from the weather.
Parents of Infants are welcome into the playground for the first days but we ask all other parents, as always, to send children in from the gate. Please continue to avoid congregating and wear face coverings if possible.
As before children from 3rd to 6th enter through the rear door and children from Infants to 2nd enter through the front door.
We will contact parents of First Communion children as soon as we have the most up to date guidance on numbers allowed in the church. Please bear with us for a few days.
County Photos will be in school next Monday 6th. I'll send a reminder over the weekend.
Thanks as always for your support. We are really looking forward to seeing everyone tomorrow.
S. Dervan
Inspa Photography Competition
Well done to Maia and Tadgh Nevin whose entries in the Inspa photography competition, as part of the Positive Primaries Flag, have made it to the final. You can see the entries at the following link:
https://www.inspa.ie/finalist-mini-expo
Maia's and Tadgh's are the entries that include copy books.
Lost and Found Items - Please email if any are yours. There are also a number of school jumpers and trousers.
Dear Parents,
All the staff in Cappataggle N.S. would like to thank you for your immense support this year. It has really meant a lot to us and helped greatly in keeping our community safe, well and at school. We hope you all enjoy a restful summer break.
Interviews will be held for Ms. Egan's Maternity leave and for the vacant SNA post and we will inform you of the outcomes of these. We wish Mary Claffey and Ms. Slattery all the best for the future and welcome back Ms. Casey to the team.
A special congratulations to our wonderful 6th Class who move on to their new schools in September. We will all miss you terribly but are exceptionally proud of the fantastic young people you have grown to be.
Many thanks,
Cappataggle Staff
All the staff in Cappataggle N.S. would like to thank you for your immense support this year. It has really meant a lot to us and helped greatly in keeping our community safe, well and at school. We hope you all enjoy a restful summer break.
Interviews will be held for Ms. Egan's Maternity leave and for the vacant SNA post and we will inform you of the outcomes of these. We wish Mary Claffey and Ms. Slattery all the best for the future and welcome back Ms. Casey to the team.
A special congratulations to our wonderful 6th Class who move on to their new schools in September. We will all miss you terribly but are exceptionally proud of the fantastic young people you have grown to be.
Many thanks,
Cappataggle Staff
If you would like to join this Webinar go to 'Courses' on the Galway Education Centre website and register.
Ceilidh Band
We were delighted to welcome Yvonne back for Music for the final term. It was lovely to hear the sounds of The Cappataggle Shuffle playing through the halls.
Last Call for the INSPA Photography Competition
A reminder to all children that the deadline for this year's INSPA Photography Competition is near! We are calling on all children to have their photos emailed to Ms Egan (infantscappyns@gmail.com) before Friday 14th May.
This years' theme "Accessible Places/ Safer Spaces" is looking for images that focus on giving a voice to children in their new and changing environments. Click on the link to find out more https://www.inspa.ie/theme
Some of the children in our school have already submitted their very impressive entries in line with this years theme "Accessible Places/ Safer Spaces" while also making links to learning at school. Have a look at the latest submissions below!
Keep them coming!
This years' theme "Accessible Places/ Safer Spaces" is looking for images that focus on giving a voice to children in their new and changing environments. Click on the link to find out more https://www.inspa.ie/theme
Some of the children in our school have already submitted their very impressive entries in line with this years theme "Accessible Places/ Safer Spaces" while also making links to learning at school. Have a look at the latest submissions below!
Keep them coming!
Return After Easter
We are looking forward to welcoming everyone back after our Easter Break.
Please make sure you have sent in a Return to Education Form for your child/children. You can email this, upload it on Seesaw or send it in as hard copy tomorrow. A copy of the form can be downloaded on our Covid Page.
Please wipe down books tonight ready to return tomorrow. If all the books are too heavy to carry in on one day it will be fine to return them to school over two days. Prioritise Irish. English and Maths Books tomorrow please.
Thank you very much for your cooperation following Covid 19 protocols. You can revisit these at any time on the Covid 19 page. A reminder that if you need to give your child Calpol/Neurofen in the morning then they should be remaining at home and observed for 48 hours. It is always best to seek your GP's advice if you are unsure or telephone the school office and we will help if we can. Many cases in children are asymptomatic so be as vigilant as possible.
Many thanks.
Please make sure you have sent in a Return to Education Form for your child/children. You can email this, upload it on Seesaw or send it in as hard copy tomorrow. A copy of the form can be downloaded on our Covid Page.
Please wipe down books tonight ready to return tomorrow. If all the books are too heavy to carry in on one day it will be fine to return them to school over two days. Prioritise Irish. English and Maths Books tomorrow please.
Thank you very much for your cooperation following Covid 19 protocols. You can revisit these at any time on the Covid 19 page. A reminder that if you need to give your child Calpol/Neurofen in the morning then they should be remaining at home and observed for 48 hours. It is always best to seek your GP's advice if you are unsure or telephone the school office and we will help if we can. Many cases in children are asymptomatic so be as vigilant as possible.
Many thanks.
We were delighted to receive a beautiful painting from Nicola and Shíona which perfectly encapsulates all that makes Cappataggle N.S. special. Nicola completes many commissions and the painting can be viewed on her facebook page https://www.facebook.com/nicola.bowes.756 where you can really appreciate the level of detail. We look forward to you all being able to see it in person when it takes pride of place in school. Thank you to Nicola and family for this fabulous gift.
Lost and Found
Have a look at the items below and if you recognise any as belonging to your child send the office an email at cappyns@hotmail.com. There are also a number of school jumpers if you are missing any.
St Patrick's Day Sessions
Our fabulously talented children still found a way to celebrate St. Patrick's Day during the week. Check out the following links and have a listen:
https://twitter.com/slowsession/status/1372296766654181382
https://twitter.com/liamkerrigan/status/1372252625081671684?s=20
https://twitter.com/slowsession/status/1372296766654181382
https://twitter.com/liamkerrigan/status/1372252625081671684?s=20
Huge congratulations to Keril, Alex and all the family and connections on a sensational win for Flooring Porter at Cheltenham. Alex wore in the jockey silks so we would know who to look out for in the closing stages but, powering up the hill, there was no doubt about the winner. Well done and enjoy the celebrations!
Welcome back to all our Children
Good afternoon Parents,
We have had a lovely first two weeks back with all the children from Infants and First and Second. It is now the turn of 3rd to 6th Classes to join us from Monday.
Before returning you need to fill in the Return to an Educational Facility Declaration form. These will now need to be filled in whenever your child is absent from school. The form can be found on the Covid Page of our website and has also been sent on Seesaw. Please return via email or Seesaw - a digital signature is fine. It doesn't need to be filled in after returning from the weekend. This form has been included by the department as an extra protection for schools.
I have uploaded on the Covid Page an updated Response Plan and a letter from DCMO Ronan Glynn. I will highlight the main points to take from these.
Firstly, school will be just the same for children as it was when they left in December. We have always had robust measures in place and these haven’t changed. It will still be a happy and welcoming environment for our pupils.
If your child is feeling unwell please err on the side of caution and don’t send them to school. Seek advice from your GP. We are also happy to help with questions in any way we can and if we don’t know the answer to your query we will endeavour to find out.
The updated guidance states that all cold and flu symptoms can be Covid symptoms, including a runny nose. You know your child best so if they appear under the weather we would appreciate you not sending them to school. This is something you have all been very supportive of this year. Remember if any member of the household has symptoms or is awaiting a test all close contacts should restrict movements until the test is negative.
I have uploaded the Governments Isolation Quick Guide for U13's to the top of the Covid Page so it’s easy to find.
At drop-off and pick-up we ask that you maintain distance as much as possible and wear a face covering. As previously 5th and 6th Classes will come out at home-time first, followed by 1st and 2nd and then 3rd and 4th.
Parents please do not enter the playground if possible. If you need to speak to a teacher, we are always available by phone or email.
For Monday you can:
We have had a lovely first two weeks back with all the children from Infants and First and Second. It is now the turn of 3rd to 6th Classes to join us from Monday.
Before returning you need to fill in the Return to an Educational Facility Declaration form. These will now need to be filled in whenever your child is absent from school. The form can be found on the Covid Page of our website and has also been sent on Seesaw. Please return via email or Seesaw - a digital signature is fine. It doesn't need to be filled in after returning from the weekend. This form has been included by the department as an extra protection for schools.
I have uploaded on the Covid Page an updated Response Plan and a letter from DCMO Ronan Glynn. I will highlight the main points to take from these.
Firstly, school will be just the same for children as it was when they left in December. We have always had robust measures in place and these haven’t changed. It will still be a happy and welcoming environment for our pupils.
If your child is feeling unwell please err on the side of caution and don’t send them to school. Seek advice from your GP. We are also happy to help with questions in any way we can and if we don’t know the answer to your query we will endeavour to find out.
The updated guidance states that all cold and flu symptoms can be Covid symptoms, including a runny nose. You know your child best so if they appear under the weather we would appreciate you not sending them to school. This is something you have all been very supportive of this year. Remember if any member of the household has symptoms or is awaiting a test all close contacts should restrict movements until the test is negative.
I have uploaded the Governments Isolation Quick Guide for U13's to the top of the Covid Page so it’s easy to find.
At drop-off and pick-up we ask that you maintain distance as much as possible and wear a face covering. As previously 5th and 6th Classes will come out at home-time first, followed by 1st and 2nd and then 3rd and 4th.
Parents please do not enter the playground if possible. If you need to speak to a teacher, we are always available by phone or email.
For Monday you can:
- Clean out bags and wipe down books that are returning
- All Classes (with the exception of Infants) bring in your pocket sanitiser
- Complete and return the Return to Educational Facility Parental Declaration Form
Virtual Pet Show
Thank you to everyone for your wonderful entries for our very first Cappataggle N.S. Pet Show. We had huge interest and our School Council spent many hours pouring over photos and videos before awarding ribbons. Please see the full results. The winners in each category were then judged for 'Best in Show' which unanimously went to Aaron Campbell and his sheepdog Ross. Aaron wins a hamper of goodies and a €20 voucher kindly sponsored by Moran Court Vets, which includes Railway Veterinary Clinic in Loughrea. Prize ribbons will be sent out today, March 5th, or on March 15th when the other classes return. I have uploaded some pictures of the winners - unfortunately our website doesn't upload videos but we will try sending these on Seesaw. Well done all!
| virtual_pet_show_results.pdf |
Some of our Category Winners....
Good afternoon Parents,
We are looking forward to having Infants and First and Second Classes return tomorrow. Please ensure you have filled in the Return to an Educational Facility Declaration form. These will now need to be filled in whenever your child is absent from school. It has been included by the department as an extra protection. The form can be found on the Covid Page of our website and has also been sent on Seesaw.
I have uploaded on the Covid Page an updated Response Plan and a letter from DCMO Ronan Glynn. I will highlight the main points to take from these.
Firstly, school will be just the same for children as it was when they left in December. We have always had robust measures in place and these haven’t changed. It will still be a happy and welcoming environment for our pupils.
If your child is feeling unwell please err on the side of caution and don’t send them to school. Seek advice from your GP. We are also happy to help with questions in any way we can and if we don’t know the answer to your query we will endeavour to find out. The updated guidance states that all cold and flu symptoms can be Covid symptoms, including a runny nose. You know your child best so if they appear under the weather we would appreciate you not sending them to school. Remember if any member of the household has symptoms or is awaiting a test all close contacts should restrict movements until the test is negative.
I have uploaded the Governments Isolation Quick Guide for U13's to the top of the Covid Page so it’s easy to find.
At drop-off and pick-up we ask that you maintain distance as much as possible and wear a face covering. As we only have 2 classes back for the first two weeks and with different pick-up times there shouldn’t be any issue.
Parents please do not enter the playground. If you need to speak to a teacher, we are always available by phone or email.
For tomorrow you can:
- Clean out bags and wipe down books that are returning
- 1st and 2nd Class bring in your pocket sanitiser
- Complete and return the Return to Educational Facility Parental Declaration Form
Seesaw Login
If you do not have your child's Seesaw Log In email your class teacher and they will send it on to you.
StarCamp
STARCAMP is kick starting 2021 with FIREWORKS!
As a gesture of goodwill and in the spirit of encouraging children to have fun and stay healthy, mentally and physically over this new and hopefully final lockdown, STARCAMP have decided to roll out their incredibly positive, fantastically fun, unique Online Camp for every single child in Ireland for FREE.
The intention was to sell the experience to children for the mid term in February, but the STARCAMP team feels that every child in Ireland deserves a positive, happy, feel good kick start to a brand new year... And every parent deserves to get something for FREE after the year they’ve had! (They’ve also earned some quiet time!).
Having cost thousands to create, produce and record, Aideen and her team spent weeks writing, making, editing these 5 x 90 minute programs for children.
Contributors include Keith Barry (showing us magic tricks) and Don Conroy (giving drawing lessons) along with lots of the usual STARCAMP team teaching everything from science experiments, baking, magic, jokes and games to music, dance and drama!
The Online Camp (which can be watched over 5 days or all at once) can be availed of by signing up to it on their website NOW at www.starcamp.ie Please go to the page “Virtual Camp - Jan 21” at the top of the page, fill in your details and a link will then be emailed back to you which you can log into from Monday morning!
We hope that every child will get to enjoy what has been created for the sole purpose of making children smile and feel good
As a gesture of goodwill and in the spirit of encouraging children to have fun and stay healthy, mentally and physically over this new and hopefully final lockdown, STARCAMP have decided to roll out their incredibly positive, fantastically fun, unique Online Camp for every single child in Ireland for FREE.
The intention was to sell the experience to children for the mid term in February, but the STARCAMP team feels that every child in Ireland deserves a positive, happy, feel good kick start to a brand new year... And every parent deserves to get something for FREE after the year they’ve had! (They’ve also earned some quiet time!).
Having cost thousands to create, produce and record, Aideen and her team spent weeks writing, making, editing these 5 x 90 minute programs for children.
Contributors include Keith Barry (showing us magic tricks) and Don Conroy (giving drawing lessons) along with lots of the usual STARCAMP team teaching everything from science experiments, baking, magic, jokes and games to music, dance and drama!
The Online Camp (which can be watched over 5 days or all at once) can be availed of by signing up to it on their website NOW at www.starcamp.ie Please go to the page “Virtual Camp - Jan 21” at the top of the page, fill in your details and a link will then be emailed back to you which you can log into from Monday morning!
We hope that every child will get to enjoy what has been created for the sole purpose of making children smile and feel good
Bua na Cainte at Home
To support Students and Parents using the Bua na Cainte digital program from home, Parents can download Bua na Cainte from the following website https://downloads.edco.ie/bua
When prompted for log in details please enter edcotrial as the username AND password.
When prompted for log in details please enter edcotrial as the username AND password.
Christmas Raffle |
Congratulations to our Hamper winners:
1st Hamper - Ava Naughton
2nd Hamper - Sylvia Daly
3rd Hamper - John Joe Madden
1st Hamper - Ava Naughton
2nd Hamper - Sylvia Daly
3rd Hamper - John Joe Madden
CARS Selection Boxes
School Council are pictured with our lovely selection boxes gifted to us from CARS. There is one for every child in school - what a lovely way to celebrate Christmas Jumper Day. Many thanks to Claire and Hannah for organising this treat.
Glan Agua Competition Winners
Congratulation to the children who were successful in the Glan Agua Colouring Competition and Essay Writing. All children received a very generous 20 euro One 4 All Gift Voucher. Well done!
Concern Debates
Congratulations again to our debating team who won through to the third round when opposing the motion that 'Junk Food Should be Banned in Schools.' Our next round is this Friday where we are proposing the motion that 'Children can make a big difference to the Environment.' Best of luck to all involved.
Confirmation 2020
On Wednesday night Shíona Bowes, Seán Gallagher, Pearse Hardiman, Aliyah Hough, James Kerrigan, Bébhinn Lawless, Daniel Lawless, Ronan Lawless, Ava Naughton, Billy Naughton, Molly Stankard, Aaron Treacy, Amber Warde celebrated the sacrament of Confirmation
Tuesday night saw Maeve Byrnes, Aaron Campbell, Erin Gavin, Courtney Kelly, Rhys Kelly, Kaithlynn McNamara, Patrick Murray, Tadgh Nevin, Conor Ó’ Shea, Rory Ó’ Shea, Shannon Reynolds, Eoghan Smith and Íosabella Treacy
receive the sacrament. .
We pray that they will be filled with the gifts of the Holy Spirit and wish them well on this special occasion.
Tuesday night saw Maeve Byrnes, Aaron Campbell, Erin Gavin, Courtney Kelly, Rhys Kelly, Kaithlynn McNamara, Patrick Murray, Tadgh Nevin, Conor Ó’ Shea, Rory Ó’ Shea, Shannon Reynolds, Eoghan Smith and Íosabella Treacy
receive the sacrament. .
We pray that they will be filled with the gifts of the Holy Spirit and wish them well on this special occasion.
Our school has signed up for the INSPA Photography Competition. This years' theme "Accessible Places/ Safer Spaces" is looking for images that focus on giving a voice to children in their new and changing environments. INSPA are calling on students and teachers in our school to get creative with the camera. Photography is a fantastic way to boost the well-being of our students by increasing their confidence. It allows students to engage with our school curriculum in new and exciting ways. Click on the link to find out more https://www.inspa.ie/theme
Some of the children in our school have already submitted their very impressive entries in line with this years theme "Accessible Places/ Safer Spaces" while also making links to learning at school. Don't forget to email your entries to infantscappyns@gmail.com
Keep them coming!
Keep them coming!
How to order from Design a Card
Scan QR Code on sample card & follow instructions
OR
Google: login.designacard.ie/ordernow
Name: Type in child’s name as it appears on the sample card
Reference: Type in Unique Ref No on your sample card
without the * and no space between the dash
Example: 19506N-150000
Click Place Order & follow the instructions
Closing Date for orders is Tuesday 24th November
OR
Google: login.designacard.ie/ordernow
Name: Type in child’s name as it appears on the sample card
Reference: Type in Unique Ref No on your sample card
without the * and no space between the dash
Example: 19506N-150000
Click Place Order & follow the instructions
Closing Date for orders is Tuesday 24th November
School Council Introduce our new Half-Zips
Our School Council have come up with a design for half-zips for 5th & 6th Classes, one of the many good ideas they have had this year!
Debating Team
Our school debating team have been taking part in the Concern Primary Debating Competition. In the first round we debated 'The Internet Should be Banned in Schools' and as the opposing team we were victorious against St. Francis Boys N.S. in Clara. We are again in opposition next week when the motion is 'Junk Food Should be Banned in Schools.' We are competing against Gaeilscoil An Chóilín in Mullingar. Best of luck to the children.
Parent Teacher Meetings
Parent Teacher Meetings will take place over the phone over the next three weeks. To facilitate using the school phone to call, each teacher has been designated a day to phone parents. These are as follows:
Mondays After School: Ms. Fallon
Tuesdays After School: Ms. Egan
Wednesdays: Ms. Gilmartin/Ms. Slattery
Wednesdays After School: Ms. Mannion
Thursdays After School: Mr. Dervan
Fridays: Ms. Burke
A text will be sent each Friday to the parents who will be receiving a call in the following week.
Mondays After School: Ms. Fallon
Tuesdays After School: Ms. Egan
Wednesdays: Ms. Gilmartin/Ms. Slattery
Wednesdays After School: Ms. Mannion
Thursdays After School: Mr. Dervan
Fridays: Ms. Burke
A text will be sent each Friday to the parents who will be receiving a call in the following week.
5/11/20 Our landline is working again. Thanks for your patience and for making use of email.
In Art, in the first half-term, we focused on the Drawing strand of the curriculum. Here are examples of work completed across all the classes in the school. In this half-term we will explore Clay which we are very much looking forward to.
04/11/20 Our phone line is down today. Please email cappyns@hotmail.com which we will be checking regularly. Apologies for any inconvenience.
Free Technology Course for Students and Parents
Please see below for information regarding free ‘tech skills’ training for you and your child(ren).
Cocoon TECH:CLUB is a new online space for learning tech skills; from coding to animation and even digital marketing. To celebrate their launch they are offering free ‘tech skills’ training for our students (parents are also welcome to join). The ‘Core Skills in (Office 365 and Microsoft Teams – G Suite and Google Classroom – Seesaw) will take place on the week starting November 9th, and will be really beneficial for students and parents.
Simply click this link with your parent/ guardian to register for your free training. Your free course includes a personalised learning portal on Cocoon TECH:CLUB; where students (and parents) will join a live webinar and interact with expert mentors; you can also tune in on the portal’s archive if you miss the live broadcast, where interaction with expert mentors is still available. You will also get access to easy-to-follow visual guides on your portal to support the webinar. Have fun!
Please see below for information regarding free ‘tech skills’ training for you and your child(ren).
Cocoon TECH:CLUB is a new online space for learning tech skills; from coding to animation and even digital marketing. To celebrate their launch they are offering free ‘tech skills’ training for our students (parents are also welcome to join). The ‘Core Skills in (Office 365 and Microsoft Teams – G Suite and Google Classroom – Seesaw) will take place on the week starting November 9th, and will be really beneficial for students and parents.
Simply click this link with your parent/ guardian to register for your free training. Your free course includes a personalised learning portal on Cocoon TECH:CLUB; where students (and parents) will join a live webinar and interact with expert mentors; you can also tune in on the portal’s archive if you miss the live broadcast, where interaction with expert mentors is still available. You will also get access to easy-to-follow visual guides on your portal to support the webinar. Have fun!
See below for information on Homework beginning after mid-term. If you've any questions please ask.
| homework_update.docx |
High-Viz Vests
If you would like to avail of a High Visibility Vest email your preferred size (S/M/L/XL/XXL) to dcaulfld@galwaycoco.ie. Children's vests come in sizes 4-6 years and 7-9 years. For older children size Small generally suits.
Road Safety Awareness Week
This week, beginning Monday October 5th, is Road Safety Week. Visit www.rsa.ie and https://www.rsa.ie/Documents/Road%20Safety/Leaflets/Leaf_booklets/Going_to_school.pdf for more information. We will also be talking to the children about this in school.
Congratulations Everyone!!!
|
|
Wishing the rest of the children making their First Holy Communion the very best for tomorrow morning. They are all very excited to follow their friends and take part in the ceremony. It is live streamed at 11am (google MCMMedia and Cappataggle). Please keep Dearbhail, Emma, Isabella, Jack, Jane, Kyle, Luke, and Oisín, in your prayers on their special day.
Congratulations Everyone!!!
|
|
Wishing the children making their First Holy Communion the very best for tomorrow morning. It is lovely to have something to celebrate early in the year. The ceremony is live streamed at 11am if you would like to tune in. Please keep Daegan, Ethan, Hannah, Harry, Jack, Myah, Ruby, and Zoe in your prayers on their special day.
Free Interactive Workshop for Parents
| now_that_school_is_back.pdf |
Update for Parents
| post_staff_meeting_update_for_parents.docx |
Dear Parents and Guardians,
As we come to the end of the school year for 2019-2020 I want to take this opportunity to thank you all for your support, both for the staff and for your children, since March 12th. It has been a difficult and strange time for all of us but as a community we have pulled together.
Schools are still awaiting clarification on what September will bring. We dearly hope that we will be able to open our doors to everyone with an emphasis on handwashing, cleanliness and social distancing with proper procedures in place to support this. This is something we will work on over the summer months and we will communicate clearly to you all. I know all the staff are very eager to return to their classrooms.
On Friday we had a lovely celebration of our wonderful sixth class; Ajaya, Aliyah, Asher, Billy, Conor, Courtney, Daniel, Erin, Iosabélla, Maeve, Molly, Patrick, Pearse, Rory and Seán. Thanks to all the parents who helped make it such a memorable day for a very special group of children. The Parents Association organised fabulous hoodies and a certificate to be presented to each child. The Graduation Drive-By was also enjoyed by all. Everyone in Cappataggle N.S. would like to wish them the very best on the next stage of their journey. We will miss you!
Many of these children, however, will return to us for our Confirmation celebration in Autumn. The diocese has informed us that Confirmation and First Holy Communion will take place then. We have no further information on this or a particular date but will be guided by Bishop Duignan. Please rest assured that as soon as we know more parents of these children will be informed.
I will also be in contact with parents of our new Junior Infants over the summer. They unfortunately couldn’t visit us in June but we will organise a way for them to be introduced to the school and to their new teacher Ms. Egan before September.
Today, Tuesday June 23rd, I will be in school from 4pm -7pm to collect in Book Rental Books. You can leave them at the gate and I will pick them up there. Please label your pile of books with your family and children’s names so I know who has returned their books – a sheet, with the name, sellotaped on or left inside the cover of one of the books will be fine.
On a personal note, on what has been a very interesting first year as Principal, I’d like to thank you all for making me feel so welcome to the school. It is a wonderful environment to work in and I am looking forward to settling in further next year.
If you have questions at any point do use the email cappyns@hotmail.com and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Kind regards,
Shane Dervan
Monday 22nd - Sports Day
If you are an older sibling try organising a day for ALL your family. If you don't have brothers and sisters at home challenge yourself to beat your own score/time or get older family members involved.
| virtual_sports_day.docx |
Anxiety Seminar - Please see the attached flyer
| fearless_reducing_anxiety_in_children.pdf |
6th Class Graduation Route
| graduation_route.docx |
A Challenge from the Galway Education Centre
| engineering_challenge.pdf |
This week we sadly say goodbye to Ms. Spellman. We would all in Cappataggle N.S. like to thank her for her kindness and dedication to the children in her care this year. We are very sad to see Ms. Spellman go and wish her all the best in the future. It is lovely to welcome back Ms. Burke who will be taking up her role again as SET.
International Nurses Day May 12th
On the occasion of the International Day of the Nurse and the 200th anniversary of the birth of Florence Nightingale, we would like to join people all over the world in thanking nurses for what they do. The theme for this year is” Nursing the World to Health”.
A budding journalist and past-pupil summing up how many of us feel.
As we enter another week of lockdown we are all beginning to miss time with our friends. The staff would love to fill our class pages with pictures of the children. Please send in a picture, from the last few weeks, to your child's class teachers email address and they will put them all together. Have a good week!
| admissions_policy_cappataggle_n.s..docx |
All schools are expected to draft a new admissions policy to come into effect in September 2021. Staff have put together a draft of this policy and would appreciate any feedback you may have to bring to the Board of Management before it is sent to the Bishop. If you have any comments please email principalcappataggle@outlook.com.
Bishop Duignan has been in contact with schools in the Diocese to inform us that all current Confirmation and First Communion schedules have been cancelled until further notice. He adds that 'Once the government deems it possible to gather again we will consult with the parishes, schools, etc on how to proceed with drawing up new schedules for the celebration of these sacraments.' Thank you for your understanding.
Staff have all updated their class pages ready for a new week of learning so please take a look. These will be updated each Sunday evening ready for a new week. We welcome any comments or questions so do email us. Stay safe and well.
Dear Parents,
Today would have been the last day before our Easter Break. All the staff would like to communicate our thanks for your support and positivity during this very difficult time.
We won’t give any specific work during this 2-week period but staff will be checking emails, so any support we can give you and the children we will be happy to. Perhaps return to the grids that were put on our class pages and continue choosing activities from there if you so wish.
The Easter section in our Religion books will not have been completed. Grow in Love is now also available online. Go to www.growinlove.ie and click ‘Sign In.’ Then sign in using the following details:
Email: trial@growinlove.ie
Password: growinlove
This might be useful as Easter celebrations will look very different this year.
Some parents mentioned having trouble accessing Bua na Cainte. It may be that you need to download it through Google Chrome so try using that browser instead of Explorer.
http://www.ballinasloeenterprisecentre.ie/ballinasloe-life-magazine.php
Copy this link for an Online edition of Ballinasloe life.
We also had an email from AgriAware and I include the text from that below:
Agri Aware, Ireland's agri-food educational charity has relaunched their popular primary school programme Incredible Edibles and opened it up to families to participate during this time of isolation and school closures.
Since food has been flying off the shelves in many supermarkets across Ireland, Agri Aware are encouraging families to learn all about where that food comes from and the importance of consumption of Irish fruit and vegetables, for a healthy balanced diet.
There are five tasks to complete in this Family Challenge, on topics such as food origin, identifying Irish food, planting, cooking and healthy eating week. Any parent can sign up their kids for free and on completion of the 5 tasks, may be in with a chance to win some prizes worth up to €175.
Parents are simply asked to take pictures of the worksheets given and write a simple description on what they did for each task. There are also two levels to facilitate different abilities of learning, beginner and advanced.
To sign up to this free project, or for more information, visit: www.incredibleedibles.ie
We will update you with any additional information as soon as we have it as regards what will happen after the Easter holidays and if it will be necessary, and possible, to send home textbooks from school.
Best wishes
Today would have been the last day before our Easter Break. All the staff would like to communicate our thanks for your support and positivity during this very difficult time.
We won’t give any specific work during this 2-week period but staff will be checking emails, so any support we can give you and the children we will be happy to. Perhaps return to the grids that were put on our class pages and continue choosing activities from there if you so wish.
The Easter section in our Religion books will not have been completed. Grow in Love is now also available online. Go to www.growinlove.ie and click ‘Sign In.’ Then sign in using the following details:
Email: trial@growinlove.ie
Password: growinlove
This might be useful as Easter celebrations will look very different this year.
Some parents mentioned having trouble accessing Bua na Cainte. It may be that you need to download it through Google Chrome so try using that browser instead of Explorer.
http://www.ballinasloeenterprisecentre.ie/ballinasloe-life-magazine.php
Copy this link for an Online edition of Ballinasloe life.
We also had an email from AgriAware and I include the text from that below:
Agri Aware, Ireland's agri-food educational charity has relaunched their popular primary school programme Incredible Edibles and opened it up to families to participate during this time of isolation and school closures.
Since food has been flying off the shelves in many supermarkets across Ireland, Agri Aware are encouraging families to learn all about where that food comes from and the importance of consumption of Irish fruit and vegetables, for a healthy balanced diet.
There are five tasks to complete in this Family Challenge, on topics such as food origin, identifying Irish food, planting, cooking and healthy eating week. Any parent can sign up their kids for free and on completion of the 5 tasks, may be in with a chance to win some prizes worth up to €175.
Parents are simply asked to take pictures of the worksheets given and write a simple description on what they did for each task. There are also two levels to facilitate different abilities of learning, beginner and advanced.
To sign up to this free project, or for more information, visit: www.incredibleedibles.ie
We will update you with any additional information as soon as we have it as regards what will happen after the Easter holidays and if it will be necessary, and possible, to send home textbooks from school.
Best wishes
Good morning Parents. cjfallon.ie has lots of very useful online resources available for many of the books we use in school. These can be found in student resources. You can then just filter for the class, subject and book that you want.
https://my.cjfallon.ie/dashboard/student-resources
https://my.cjfallon.ie/dashboard/student-resources
https://www.prim-ed.ie/downloadable-teacher-guides
Please use this link to access the answers for your child's mental maths book and correct as you go. Thank you!
Please use this link to access the answers for your child's mental maths book and correct as you go. Thank you!
Dear Parents,
Staff will update their class pages on Monday 30th with further work for the children. It has been mentioned before but please remember that this is suggested work - you may have established a routine that works better for you and your family situation. School on TV begins on RTE on Monday from 11-12 so will also be worth tuning in to.
Teachers had been putting together additional books to be collected on Monday but unfortunately that will now not be able to happen, until at least after Easter. As always the health and well-being of our families is most important and we would like to be as supportive as we can. Each teacher has set up a class email, which they will also put on their page on Monday, so do feel free to correspond if you have any questions; we'd be delighted to help.
Staff will update their class pages on Monday 30th with further work for the children. It has been mentioned before but please remember that this is suggested work - you may have established a routine that works better for you and your family situation. School on TV begins on RTE on Monday from 11-12 so will also be worth tuning in to.
Teachers had been putting together additional books to be collected on Monday but unfortunately that will now not be able to happen, until at least after Easter. As always the health and well-being of our families is most important and we would like to be as supportive as we can. Each teacher has set up a class email, which they will also put on their page on Monday, so do feel free to correspond if you have any questions; we'd be delighted to help.
If your child attends Ms. Spellman or Ms. Gilmartin/Ms. Slattery and you have any questions about how to best support/extend your child at home, and continue working on their school targets, you can email the teachers directly:
spellmanburkecappyns@gmail.com
gilmartinslatterycappyns@gmail.com
spellmanburkecappyns@gmail.com
gilmartinslatterycappyns@gmail.com
|
Good morning Parents,
The children may, at this stage, be running out of books to read. www.getepic.com/students allows you to sign up and read free for 30 days. The lego sheet opposite also has lots of challenging ideas if you have boxes of lego at home. | ||
Dear Parents,
Each class teacher has put up some suggestions for activities appropriate for their age group on their class pages. Check these out; I hope you find them useful. Please note there is no expectation to complete the grid but it has accessible ideas which children should be able to engage with relatively independently. They can colour them in on the grid or record what has been completed in their homework journals. Encouraging older children to lead activities with younger siblings (if possible) is a great opportunity to develop leadership skills (and diplomacy) and as we mentioned before do take this opportunity to explore the children’s own interests.
Social Media is awash with suggestions of websites, apps, YouTube channels for parents to follow so I won’t bombard you with many more. One that I would draw your attention to is Natasha Lamb on facebook/YouTube who is teaching the basics of British Sign Language Monday-Friday at 1pm. It is a wonderful skill to have and may interest the children. If it’s hard to find on facebook or, if you don’t use it, here is the youtube address: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9w889Lid1JHB-AX4dCoQoQ?fbclid=IwAR1Z5IYIL0-21IR5c5_52SvSysEtmPtR3zM7MsIBJdZovw_vAYy-hPWa_u4
As always any questions please email cappyns@hotmail.com
Each class teacher has put up some suggestions for activities appropriate for their age group on their class pages. Check these out; I hope you find them useful. Please note there is no expectation to complete the grid but it has accessible ideas which children should be able to engage with relatively independently. They can colour them in on the grid or record what has been completed in their homework journals. Encouraging older children to lead activities with younger siblings (if possible) is a great opportunity to develop leadership skills (and diplomacy) and as we mentioned before do take this opportunity to explore the children’s own interests.
Social Media is awash with suggestions of websites, apps, YouTube channels for parents to follow so I won’t bombard you with many more. One that I would draw your attention to is Natasha Lamb on facebook/YouTube who is teaching the basics of British Sign Language Monday-Friday at 1pm. It is a wonderful skill to have and may interest the children. If it’s hard to find on facebook or, if you don’t use it, here is the youtube address: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9w889Lid1JHB-AX4dCoQoQ?fbclid=IwAR1Z5IYIL0-21IR5c5_52SvSysEtmPtR3zM7MsIBJdZovw_vAYy-hPWa_u4
As always any questions please email cappyns@hotmail.com
Dear Parents,
Today would be our first day back after the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. As the closure on Thursday was quite sudden our staff had limited time to prepare work for the children. We also don’t want you to feel under any pressure to complete suggested work. This time is a great opportunity for children to follow their own interests and to work independently; an invaluable skill. Here is some further advice for the week ahead.
1. Keep a routine with the children.
Set aside some time, put on a stopwatch and clear all distractions for schoolwork. Perhaps try and base it around school times. The children can record in their homework diary each day what they have completed. It will give them a sense of accomplishment.
2. Now is the time to get your child reading!
Libraries may be closed but there are so many books waiting to be read at home. Library members have free access to Borrowbox . It has audio and ebooks available. It works like the library so you do have to wait sometimes until a book is returned.
Audible is an app from Amazon which has every (or practically) every book. I would highly recommend it for our middle and senior pupils. The first month is free and you can cancel at any time.
For our younger pupils, Oxford Owl is an excellent site. It has the books of the Oxford reading tree. The books are animated and read aloud and there are many exercises and activities for each book.
Storyline Online is a lovely site for infant children. Famous actors read a wide variety of picture books.
3. Tables
Practice tables at every opportunity. For the younger pupils work on addition and subtraction (the story of the numbers). 3rd class upwards can practice multiplication. There are many apps and games online but you can also use a pack of cards to play a vast array of games like this:
4. Useful Websites
Today would be our first day back after the St. Patrick’s Day weekend. As the closure on Thursday was quite sudden our staff had limited time to prepare work for the children. We also don’t want you to feel under any pressure to complete suggested work. This time is a great opportunity for children to follow their own interests and to work independently; an invaluable skill. Here is some further advice for the week ahead.
1. Keep a routine with the children.
Set aside some time, put on a stopwatch and clear all distractions for schoolwork. Perhaps try and base it around school times. The children can record in their homework diary each day what they have completed. It will give them a sense of accomplishment.
2. Now is the time to get your child reading!
Libraries may be closed but there are so many books waiting to be read at home. Library members have free access to Borrowbox . It has audio and ebooks available. It works like the library so you do have to wait sometimes until a book is returned.
Audible is an app from Amazon which has every (or practically) every book. I would highly recommend it for our middle and senior pupils. The first month is free and you can cancel at any time.
For our younger pupils, Oxford Owl is an excellent site. It has the books of the Oxford reading tree. The books are animated and read aloud and there are many exercises and activities for each book.
Storyline Online is a lovely site for infant children. Famous actors read a wide variety of picture books.
3. Tables
Practice tables at every opportunity. For the younger pupils work on addition and subtraction (the story of the numbers). 3rd class upwards can practice multiplication. There are many apps and games online but you can also use a pack of cards to play a vast array of games like this:
- Remove the Aces, Jacks, Queens and King.
- Shuffle and divide the cards between two players.
- Each player reveals their top card. e.g. 4 and 6
- Whoever is first to give the answer (24 for multiply or 10 for addition) keeps the two cards.
- (With younger children it could be the person who calls out the bigger number)
- Game ends when the cards are used up and the winner is the person with the most cards.
4. Useful Websites
- Scoilnet is our Department of Education resource site. It has many topical theme pages for use with all ages.
- Readtheory.org this site focuses on comprehension. Very suitable for 3rd class upwards. It has a test at the start and the child works through short passages answering questions. Register as a parent.
- Ask About Ireland is an easy to use website for older children.
- https://www.busythings.co.uk/families This is a great website for younger children. Again it allows a free trial for parents.
- spellingcity.com is offering free access to the site with code: VSCFree90
The children were delighted to receive 3 Rebounders, sponsored by CARS, for the playground. 5th and 6th classes tested them out and gave them the seal of approval.
Congratulations to Ronan, Conal, Shíona and Aaron who were triumphant in the Under 11's Category in the Ballinasloe Heat of the Credit Union Quiz. They now go on to the next round in Athlone in March.
Best of luck to our teams from 3rd to 6th class taking part in the Credit Union Quiz
Grandparents Day
Green Team Tree Planting
We started 2020 by planting new trees in the school grounds. We chose trees suitable for our soil and placed them in compost to give them the best start and every opportunity to grow. The school Green Team helped Ms. Fallon to dig the holes and bed them down. Great job everyone!
Christmas Mass
Fr. Kirby celebrated mass in the school hall for the staff and children. Our school choir and band performed some wonderful Christmas carols and it was a very special way to end the term and prepare for Christmas. We would like to take this opportunity to wish the whole school community a very happy and peaceful Christmas.
Our Christmas Fair
Many thanks to all who supported our Christmas Fair. With your generosity we raised in excess of €2,000! Well done to the children on their craft-making and musical performances. Thanks too to the Parent's Association for a mouth-watering cake sale and eye-catching nail bar, Brendan for music, Bridie for her raffle prize and Mrs. Fallon for leading the choir and to all who helped on the day.
Our Christmas Fair is ready! There are pinatas, wooden snowmen, Christmas decorations and pencil holders among the variety on offer. There will also be a cake sale, face-painting and a nail bar with the children providing festive entertainment. Bridie Pender's world famous Christmas cake is the star prize in a tempting raffle. We look forward to seeing you all on Sunday from 11.30am.
Congratulations to our prize winners in the Glan Agua colouring competition. Each winner received a very generous One-For-All Gift Voucher.
Some of our school librarians sharing stories with infant children in the library.
3rd -6th class enjoying their Céilí Band sessions with Yvonne Barrett.
|
|
Girl Power - Cumann na mBunscoil Champions 2019The Cappataggle Camogie team played a Camogie Blitz on their home turf on May 30th. They played Aughrim, Esker and Kilchreest. The girls were victorious in all their matches. They were through to the Camogie Final in Loughgeorge. The girls trained hard and remained focused throughout the following week. On the 11th of June our girls met Moylough in the final. Moylough scored the first point however the Cappataggle girls were not to be defeated. They responded with two points and led for the rest of the match. Moylough fought hard but thanks to Molly and Lila’s goals, Ellie’s superb goalkeeping, the amazing defending by the backs Katie and Sophie and of course the fantastic Cassandra and Sinead in midfield we won the match 4-4 to 2-7. Our subs also played a vital role in getting their team to the final and with their fantastic support. All the girls trained hard all year and their victory was well deserved. Thank you to both coaches Orla Gilmartin & Padraig McHugh. Well done to all involved.
|
|
First Communion - 12/05/2019
Our First Communion took place on Sunday 12th May. Huge congratulations to all the boys & girls in 2nd class who made us very proud on the day. Thanks to the choir, the mass servers & to Fr Chifu for making the ceremony so special. A special thanks to Ms. Fallon for all her work in preparing the children for their special day. Thanks also to the Parents Association and the parents of 3rd class children who catered for a fantastic party for the children on Thursday 9th in the Community Centre.
Seachtain na Gaeilge 2019 - Trad sa Halla
Déardaoin seo caite rinneamar ceiliúradh ar Sheachtain na Gaeilge sa Halla. Sheinn roinnt páistí ón ranganna trí, ceathar, cúig agus a sé ceol dúinn. Bhí rogha iontach uirlisí ceoil ann. Bhí siad ag cleachtafh go díograiseach le cúpla seachtain anuas agus bhí siad go hiontach ar fad. Bhí cúpla páistí ag damhsa freisin. Bhainimid an-taitneamh as an seisiún. Míle buíochas do Ms Mannion as cleachtadh leis na bpáistí. Bhí an cuid is mó dos na páistí gléasta i nglas don ocáid. Maith sibh!
Our teams from 3rd - 6th class who took part in the Credit Union Quiz.
Operation Transformation - 2019
|
School fadó fadó
We had two very special visitors today, Mary Lawlor and Annie Broderick. They came to the community centre and told the 3rd and 4th class boys and girls what school was like when they were attending. We learned that it was very different to our school today.
They had to walk miles to get to school every day and the common thing was to travel barefoot in the Summer months. Annie explained to us that the dentist used to come to the school and pulling teeth was commonly done and this was without any anesthetic. Mary and Annie showed us samples of old copybooks, a tuning fork, books and many other artifacts.
We sincerely thank Mary and Annie for their time and most interesting stories!
They had to walk miles to get to school every day and the common thing was to travel barefoot in the Summer months. Annie explained to us that the dentist used to come to the school and pulling teeth was commonly done and this was without any anesthetic. Mary and Annie showed us samples of old copybooks, a tuning fork, books and many other artifacts.
We sincerely thank Mary and Annie for their time and most interesting stories!
Huge Investment
The school has invested €5,000 in a new guided reading scheme for our school. This scheme is being implemented in 1st & 2nd Class. Children are reading graded readers to match their ability. We are confident that this approach will have a positive effect on the overall reading ability in the school. This was only possible because of the huge financial support we receive from parents year on year.
The school has invested €5,000 in a new guided reading scheme for our school. This scheme is being implemented in 1st & 2nd Class. Children are reading graded readers to match their ability. We are confident that this approach will have a positive effect on the overall reading ability in the school. This was only possible because of the huge financial support we receive from parents year on year.
September GAA Update
This week sees the start of the Mini 7's. On Wednesday we hosted the camogie blitz with seven teams along with our own girls taking part. The girls played really well on the day but unfortunately were no match for the eventual winners Portumna NS. Thanks to Ms. Gilmartin and Mr. McHugh.
On Friday 28th September the boys travel to Castledaly (St. Thomas' GAA grounds) to take part in the hurling mini 7's. Next week is the football mini 7's with the girls travelling to Kilconnell on Wednesday 3rd of October and the boys also travelling to Kilconnell on Friday 5th of October. Best of luck to all involved!
This week sees the start of the Mini 7's. On Wednesday we hosted the camogie blitz with seven teams along with our own girls taking part. The girls played really well on the day but unfortunately were no match for the eventual winners Portumna NS. Thanks to Ms. Gilmartin and Mr. McHugh.
On Friday 28th September the boys travel to Castledaly (St. Thomas' GAA grounds) to take part in the hurling mini 7's. Next week is the football mini 7's with the girls travelling to Kilconnell on Wednesday 3rd of October and the boys also travelling to Kilconnell on Friday 5th of October. Best of luck to all involved!
Monster Raffle Update/Parent’s Association
We would like to thank all the people in the Cappataggle area who supported our end of year fundraiser. It was a great success thanks to the commitment and hard work of everyone involved and €4,000 was raised. Thanks to everyone who volunteered to help out and came along to our coffee morning on the day.
We would like to thank all the people in the Cappataggle area who supported our end of year fundraiser. It was a great success thanks to the commitment and hard work of everyone involved and €4,000 was raised. Thanks to everyone who volunteered to help out and came along to our coffee morning on the day.
We would like to welcome the new Infants and all new families joining us this year. The Infants have been busy making friends and settling in over the last few weeks.
|
School Calendar 2018/ 2019
| ||
Football Blitz 2018
This year’s Cumann NaMbunscol took place in Leitrim on Wednesday the 9th of May. In our first match we lost by 1 point to Leitrim, the hosts, in a very close game. In the second match we lost to the eventual winners Ardarhan by 4 points, they were a very strong side. In our last match we beat Kilnadema 5-10 to 1-2 and ended the day on a good note. We enjoyed the day fully and luck forward to the hurling.
Tadhg McLaverty.
Hurling Championship: Cappataggle v Portumna
The Cappataggle hurling team took on Portumna the cumannnaMbunscol tournament last Tuesday. It was a great battle and Cappataggle came out on top. The final score was 2-9 to 2-5. Next Thursday we are playing Creagh in Ballinasloe which is our final group game and good look to the girls in their hurling blitz next week.
Cormac Hillary.
This year’s Cumann NaMbunscol took place in Leitrim on Wednesday the 9th of May. In our first match we lost by 1 point to Leitrim, the hosts, in a very close game. In the second match we lost to the eventual winners Ardarhan by 4 points, they were a very strong side. In our last match we beat Kilnadema 5-10 to 1-2 and ended the day on a good note. We enjoyed the day fully and luck forward to the hurling.
Tadhg McLaverty.
Hurling Championship: Cappataggle v Portumna
The Cappataggle hurling team took on Portumna the cumannnaMbunscol tournament last Tuesday. It was a great battle and Cappataggle came out on top. The final score was 2-9 to 2-5. Next Thursday we are playing Creagh in Ballinasloe which is our final group game and good look to the girls in their hurling blitz next week.
Cormac Hillary.
Beekeeping
Last week the school had a visit from a local beekeeper Noel Leahy, who told them all about the work he does. The children were able to learn about how bees make honey and all of the different jobs that bees do. They got to observe actual honey bees at work in a special type of observation hive and taste some different types of honey at the end of the workshop. One type of honey was a wildflower honey and the other was made from heather which grows locally. Noel encouraged the children to grow natural wildflowers to entice bees into our gardens and help them continue their great work.
Confirmation Class
Congratulations to our pupils in 5th and 6th class who celebrated the sacrament of Confirmation on the 5th of May. The children put a lot of hard work and preparation into their special day.Well done everyone!
Green Flag Award's Ceremony
Cappataggle N.S were awarded their seventh green flag at an award's ceremony in Galway recently. Congratulations to the Green School's Committtee on all their hard work and everyone in the school who worked hard to achieve this flag for Global Citizenship Energy.
First Holy Communion
Congratulations to the boys and girls in 2nd class who celebrated their First Holy Communion on the 13th May. Thank you to Fr Stankard for the beautiful mass and to everyone who helped make the day so special. Here is a photo of the children receiving their First Holy Communion Certificates from Fr Stankard.
Junior School Tour 2018
We had a fantastic day on our school tour on Wednesday 23rd May. We went to "Let's Go" activity centre on the grounds of NUIG. The children had an action packed day taking part in a range of activities such as Zorbee Ball Roll, Wobbly Ladder, Wrecking Ball, Climbing Wall, Human Table Football, Disco Dome, Roller Racers, Air Mountain and the Super Slide. Here are our photos from the day!
Seó Faisean.
Dé hAoine seo chaite bhí rang a cuig agus rang a sé ag gléasta suas mar bhí seó faisean acu. Bhí gach páiste agus Mr Flynn gléasta suas. Rinne gach duine iarracht mór. Bhí Cristanio Ronaldo agus Mo Salah ann freisin. Bhí gach duine go hiontach agus bhí a lán spraoi againn. Go raibh maith agat Mr Flynn don seó faisean!
Tiarnán Ó Buadhaigh.
Dé hAoine seo chaite bhí rang a cuig agus rang a sé ag gléasta suas mar bhí seó faisean acu. Bhí gach páiste agus Mr Flynn gléasta suas. Rinne gach duine iarracht mór. Bhí Cristanio Ronaldo agus Mo Salah ann freisin. Bhí gach duine go hiontach agus bhí a lán spraoi againn. Go raibh maith agat Mr Flynn don seó faisean!
Tiarnán Ó Buadhaigh.
|
|
In accordance with the requirements of the Children First Act 2015, Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children 2017, the Child Protection Procedures for Primary and Post Primary Schools 2017 and Tusla Guidance on the preparation of Child Safeguarding Statements, the Board of Management of Cappataggle NS has ratified the Child Safeguarding Statement. This statement is available under the "Policies" tab above.
The Designated Liaison Person (DLP) is Lorraine Burke
The Deputy Designated Liaison Person (Deputy DLP) is Pauline Fallon
Grandparents Mass - April 2018
We celebrated Grandparents Day on Wednesday 18th April where grandparents were invited into the school to celebrate mass with us. Thanks to Fr. Stankard for a lovely ceremony, as always and the PA for providing refreshments afterwards. Grandparents who are no longer with us were remembered on our “remembering tree” and were given a special mention during the ceremony.
Hurling Training with Brendan.....
Busy at work .......
Catholic Schools Week
Catholic Schools Week was celebrated this year from January 29th to 2nd February. The theme this year was “Catholic Schools: Families of Faith”
On Monday we reflected on the first family we are part of. This family is our “Family at Home”. The members of our family at home are our first teachers in life and in faith and are very important to us all.
On Tuesday the theme was “Our School Family”. School is a place of learning, growing, playing and sharing. In our school family we learn more about the world around us, about the love of God and how to treat others as Jesus asked.
Wednesday was “Grandparents’ Day”. We were asked to think about how our grandparents have a special place in our families. They show us how to love, how to be caring and how to share. We also remembered grandparents no longer with us.
On Thursday the theme was “Our Parish Family”. We become a member of our parish family through Baptism when water is poured over our heads and we are anointed with oil. Our church is the centre of our parish family.
As Catholic Schools Week came to an end we were asked to think about how we are part of a “World Family”. As a world family we have a responsibility to look after and care for the world God created for us. We are all one family and Jesus asks us to care for one another.
Operation Transformation - 2018
In conjunction with Operation Transformation, children are using the running track to get some exercise. Each day weather permitting all classes go across to the track and walk or run the track. When they return to the classroom they record their laps.
The last of the snow......(",).....we hope!
Halloween Fun in Cappataggle......
We celebrated Halloween in some style with our annual fancy dress competition. Everyone in Cappataggle had an early start judging by the fantastic costumes, props and face paint that was on show around the school. Well done to everyone for putting in huge effort again this year. Word must have travelled far about our annual celebrations as three celebrities even made an appearance Mrs Brown, Lionel Messi and last but not least Donald Trump! Great fun was had by all. Well done to our competition winners- Emma Treacy, Maia Nevin, Sinéad Daly & Pearse Hardiman.
****School Closed Tuesday 17th October 2017***
Following announcement from Minister for Education this afternoon Cappataggle N.S. will remain closed tomorrow Tuesday 17th October. 16/10/2017
Satus Red Weather WarningFollowing direction from the Department of Education, Cappataggle N.S. will close tomorrow, Monday 16th October, due to Red Weather Warning.
see press release below |
|
15 October, 2017 - Further statement from the Department of Education and Skills
Following a special meeting of the Government Task Force on Emergency Planning in response to the imminent Storm Ophelia, the Department of Education and Skills is now informing all schools in areas affected by Met Éireann’s status red wind alert that they are to act on the Department’s advice and remain closed tomorrow, Monday 16 October.
For parents, this means that their children will not attend school tomorrow in any area where there is a status red wind alert already announced or announced in the intervening time.
Schools in areas affected by a status orange alert should remain vigilant, and keep themselves appraised of any hourly and other updates from Met Éireann, and from their local authorities, local radio, and an Garda Síochána. In all events, and if in any doubt, schools should err on the side of caution.
ENDS
Following a special meeting of the Government Task Force on Emergency Planning in response to the imminent Storm Ophelia, the Department of Education and Skills is now informing all schools in areas affected by Met Éireann’s status red wind alert that they are to act on the Department’s advice and remain closed tomorrow, Monday 16 October.
For parents, this means that their children will not attend school tomorrow in any area where there is a status red wind alert already announced or announced in the intervening time.
Schools in areas affected by a status orange alert should remain vigilant, and keep themselves appraised of any hourly and other updates from Met Éireann, and from their local authorities, local radio, and an Garda Síochána. In all events, and if in any doubt, schools should err on the side of caution.
ENDS
Boys Mini Sevens Hurling Team Report
On the 6th of October the boys mini sevens team travelled to Castledaly pitch for the mini sevens blitz. When we got there we met the Galway captain David Burke! We got a photo with him. No teams showed up so Mrs Burke rang the organiser and the organiser said the blitz was in Gort. We headed off to Gort pitch. When we got there we went into our dressing room. We shared a dressing room with Peterswell and their manager was Galway hurler Conor Cooney. We played Gort in our first match and then we played Kilchreest and in the third match we played St Columbus NS, Ballyturn. We won our three matches and then we had a break. We then played Lurga after the break. We beat them too. We were now into the final against Peterswell. We played the final and we won by 2 points in the end. We all shook hands with their manager Conor Cooney. We were all so happy that we won and now we are through to the finals in Lough George on the 20th of October. We wish the best of luck to the boys in the final.
By Tiarnán Bowes.
By Tiarnán Bowes.
|
We are learning all about Road Safety in Junior & Senior Infants this week. We listened to and learned the Safe Cross Code! As part of the "Be Bright initiative" Cllr. Aidan Donohue, the Gardaí and members of the Galway County Council visited our school. We practiced crossing the road and walking safely on the footpath. |
|
Junior Infants 2017
Girls Mini 7s Camogie Blitz
Last week the girls had a camogie blitz in Cappataggle. We went to the pitch to warm up and do a few drills.
First match we played Killtullagh they were a very good team but we beat them by two goals and two points to one goal it was a very good match.
The next match we played Brackloon it was a hard match but we beat them one goal and four points to no score.
In our last match we played Portumna they were a very strong team but unfortunately they beat us three goals and three points to one goal and one point.
We would like to thank Ms Gilmartin and Ms Hurley for coming with us to the matches.
By Chloe Gilchreest
First match we played Killtullagh they were a very good team but we beat them by two goals and two points to one goal it was a very good match.
The next match we played Brackloon it was a hard match but we beat them one goal and four points to no score.
In our last match we played Portumna they were a very strong team but unfortunately they beat us three goals and three points to one goal and one point.
We would like to thank Ms Gilmartin and Ms Hurley for coming with us to the matches.
By Chloe Gilchreest
Boys Mini Sevens Football Team Report
On the 30th of September we went on a bus down to Kilconnell for our Mini sevens football blitz. We beat Kilglass and Ballinasloe in our first two games. We topped our group and Gurteen topped the other group. We played Gurteen in the final. Unfortunately we lost. We were disappointed but we gave it our best effort and were happy with our performance.
By Donnacha Campbell
By Donnacha Campbell
News Flash!!
Congratulations to all the children in Cappataggle N.S on receiving the Digital Schools of Distinction Award in May. This award programme promotes, recognises and encourages best practice in the use of technology in primary schools. We look forward to receiving our Digital Schools flag and award plaque in the coming weeks. Huge thanks to Ms. Mannion for coordinating the programme this year.
Cyberbullying/ Internet Safety Talk
Ger Brick is an experienced facilitator who delivers Cyberbullying/ Internet Safety talks in primary schools across Ireland. Formally an IT program manager with Microsoft Ireland for 17 years, Ger has 20 + years experience working on the internet. Ger provides children with practical information, riles for staying safe online & conducting themselves responsibly online. We look forward to a visit from Ger on Tuesday 20th June.
GAA Update....
The boys played their football blitz in Ardrahan on the 19th of May. They played very well but had a tough opposition. They also put up a good fight in the hurling but it just wasn’t their day. Congratulations to the Girl’s Football team and to Edel Mannion their coach. The Girls played in Loughgeorge on the 30th of May against Killnadeema. Kilnadeema put up a a good fight but Cappataggle were a better team winning by 7-1 to 3-2. The Girls will be busy again this week representing the school in the Camogie Final. The final will be held in Loughgeorge on the 15th of June. Best of luck girls. Thanks to Orla Gilmartin, Edel Mannion, Kevin Molloy & Noel Murphy for all their hard work during the year.
- Chloe Gilchreest, Aisling Curley & Aisling Hardiman
Junior School Tour - June 2017
The Infants & First and Second Class went on their school tour last Thursday to Turoe pet farm in Bullaun. Their tour guide Seán showed them around the farm and they got to feed and pet some of the animals. The children had lots of fun in Inflatable City (Ireland's largest bouncy castle) and in Jungle Town. When the weather improved they played on the outdoor playgrounds and Astroturf. Everyone had a brilliant day.
First Holy Communion 2017.....
First Communion took place on Sunday 14th May. Huge congratulations to all the boys & girls in 2nd class who made us very proud on the day. Thanks to Ms Fallon, the choir, the mass servers & to Father Stankard for making the ceremony so special. A special thanks to Ms. Burke for all her work in preparing the children.
Discover Primary Science 2017
We recently submitted our Discovery Science project for this year’s DPSM awards. The Discover Primary Science and Maths award is an opportunity to showcase all of the wonderful work that the school is doing in the areas of science, maths, ICT and engineering. Lots of great work in science took place throughout the year in every classroom. Each room carried out experiments, predictions and designed and made different things. The work was recorded and photographed and put together to form the project. Here is a flavour of some of the lessons that took place. Junior and senior infants completed lots of maths activities earlier in the year and they also learned about springtime on the farm. 1st and 2nd class carried out some interesting investigations on materials and designed waterproof jackets and absorbent teabags. 3rd and 4th completed an engineering challenge where they had a race against each other building structures from household materials and solving engineering problems. They also learned about light and magnetism during the year. 5th and 6th built vehicles from k’nex and investigated electricity and how circuits work, so that they could power their creations. Well done to all the students and Miss Hurley on their hard work. We hope our application is successful and that we receive the DPSM plaque of STEM excellence for 2017. Huge thanks to Ms Hurley for coordinating the programme.
Digital Schools Award 2017.....
We are working towards an award to become a Digital School of Distinction. This is an award programme which promotes, recognises and encourages best practice in the use of technology in primary schools. Supported by HP Ireland and Microsoft Ireland, the award has been developed to help schools to further integrate technology into the classroom. IT plays an important part in our school life here in Cappataggle. All pupils from infants up to sixth class get regular access to the laptops. Educational games, Microsoft word, power point and computer coding called Scratch are just some of the programmes that the children get to use. We have had a visit from Therese Farrell who is associated with the Digit School Of Distinction, Mrs O’ Brien demonstrated with some of the Green School committee, how they input their work into the online green school form ,infants played Jolly phonics games, 1st and 2nd demonstrated their skills in Microsoft word, 3rd and 4th played a quiz using Kahoot, while 5th and 6th showed their power point presentations. We are continuing to work towards receiving our award and hopefully we will become a Digital School of Distinction. Our wish list for the future is to purchase some I pads. Huge thanks to Ms Mannion for coordinating the programme.
Leinster Taekwondo Championships
Congratulations to Tiernan Bowes who recently took part in the Leinster Taekwodo championships in Athlone & brought home a gold and silver medal in the 11 - 12 category. Congratulations to his sister Shíona Bowes who also brought home two bronze medals. Well done! We wish them both continued success in upcoming competitions.
Open Feis Co. Galway 2017
Well done to Katie Gallagher & Lily Campbell who competed in the Co. Galway Open Feis this year. Both girls brought home trophies and medals.
Well done to Lily Campbell, Dearbháil Nolan, Emma Treacy and Ruth Jennings who competed in the Ballinasloe Feis this year. We wish tghem continued success in upcoming competitions.
Parent's Association News Update
The parents association held their AGM in January. The following people were then elected to serve as the officers on the PA committee for 2017.
Chair – Sandra Nolan
Secretary – Cindy Byrnes
Treasurer – Hannah Campbell
The school would like to thank the outgoing committee for their time and effort last year and look forward to working with the new committee in the year ahead.
The Parents Association are running a table quiz on Friday 7th April at 8.30pm in Valeries pub in Aughrim. It’s sure to be an exciting & competitive night! The quiz is open to children from 3rd – 6th class and adults in the local community. Children taking part in the quiz need to be accompanied by one adult on their team. Table of 4 - €40. All proceeds go to the school. Lots of prizes to be won on the night . The parent’s association would like to thank all the families for their support throughout the year.
Chair – Sandra Nolan
Secretary – Cindy Byrnes
Treasurer – Hannah Campbell
The school would like to thank the outgoing committee for their time and effort last year and look forward to working with the new committee in the year ahead.
The Parents Association are running a table quiz on Friday 7th April at 8.30pm in Valeries pub in Aughrim. It’s sure to be an exciting & competitive night! The quiz is open to children from 3rd – 6th class and adults in the local community. Children taking part in the quiz need to be accompanied by one adult on their team. Table of 4 - €40. All proceeds go to the school. Lots of prizes to be won on the night . The parent’s association would like to thank all the families for their support throughout the year.
|
|
Catholic Schools Week was celebrated from January 29th – February 3rd this year. The theme this year was “Learning with Pope Francis to care for our common home”. Children took part in a number of activities during the week and celebrated the wonderful contribution that Catholic schools make, not only to their local communities, but to Irish society as a whole. We celebrated Grandparents Day on Tuesday where grandparents were invited into the school to celebrate mass with us. Thanks to Fr. Stankard for a lovely ceremony, as always and the PA for providing refreshments afterwards. Grandparents who are no longer with us were remembered on our “remembering tree” and were given a special mention during the ceremony.
Stay Safe
January 2017
The Stay Safe programme will be taught in all classes from Junior Infants up. Lessons will start next week. The aim of the Stay Safe Programme is to reduce vulnerability to child abuse and bullying. The programme develops children’s ability to recognise, resist and report risk situations or abusive encounters.
There is detailed information on the Stay Safe Programme and also valuable advice on safe use of the internet at www.staysafe.ie.
January 2017
The Stay Safe programme will be taught in all classes from Junior Infants up. Lessons will start next week. The aim of the Stay Safe Programme is to reduce vulnerability to child abuse and bullying. The programme develops children’s ability to recognise, resist and report risk situations or abusive encounters.
There is detailed information on the Stay Safe Programme and also valuable advice on safe use of the internet at www.staysafe.ie.
Operation Transformation 2017
In conjunction with Operation Transformation children in Cappataggle have been availing of the running track to increase their fitness levels.
They all record their laps on their own table sheets and are going to count how many laps they have ran during the month of January. Children are also making an extra effort with healthy lunches in all classes. Children and teachers have reported that they feel better and hope to keep on exercising and eating healthy.
Well done everyone and keep it up!!!!!!
They all record their laps on their own table sheets and are going to count how many laps they have ran during the month of January. Children are also making an extra effort with healthy lunches in all classes. Children and teachers have reported that they feel better and hope to keep on exercising and eating healthy.
Well done everyone and keep it up!!!!!!
Maths Week - October 15th - 23rd
Lots of activities took place in Cappataggle NS during the week of the 15th to the 23rd of October. These activities were for Maths Week. Every year, schools in Ireland and throughout the world participate in Maths Week and complete fun and interesting activities which promote maths and how we use it every day in our lives.
Junior and Senior Infants went on a maths trail around the school. They found that there were so many things that they could count. They counted all of the windows in the school, how many cars were parked outside and how many wheels were on the cars. They also looked at the registration plates!
Junior and Senior Infants went on a maths trail around the school. They found that there were so many things that they could count. They counted all of the windows in the school, how many cars were parked outside and how many wheels were on the cars. They also looked at the registration plates!
They played lots of maths games during the week and during Aistear time. They learned some new counting rhymes too.
Third and fourth chatted about their favourite sports and plotted all the information onto block graphs.
All of the classes enjoyed Maths Week and realised that we do maths during the day without even realising it sometimes.
Space Week 2016
Space Week was held this year during the week of the 3rd to the 8th of October.
All of the classes enjoyed some hands-on activities and learned some interesting facts about space.
First to fourth class learned all about the planets in the solar System and compared their sizes using different types of fruit. The watermelon was the biggest planet and a peppercorn was the smallest. Our earth was shown to be the size of a cherry tomato!
All of the classes enjoyed some hands-on activities and learned some interesting facts about space.
First to fourth class learned all about the planets in the solar System and compared their sizes using different types of fruit. The watermelon was the biggest planet and a peppercorn was the smallest. Our earth was shown to be the size of a cherry tomato!
They also put the planets in the correct order starting with the planet that is nearest to the sun.
Fifth and sixth class also represented the distances between the planets by making a Pocket Solar System. A Pocket Solar System is a long strip of paper which the children folded in half, then in quarters and finally into eighths. They marked the locations of the planets on the folds in the paper. It was interesting to see how far away some of the planets are. Earth seemed to be very close to Mars but the children learned that it would take 80 days to travel there by rocket! Imagine how long it would take to get to Pluto (dwarf planet)?
Junior and Senior infants looked at all the planets on the Interactive Whiteboard. They learned their names and labelled and coloured some lovely pictures. All of the children’s work will be entered into the discovery log for the Discover Primary Science Award later in the year.
Graduation Mass June 2016
Congratulations to all the 6th class pupils who graduated from Cappataggle N.S. this year. A special graduation mass was held in the school hall on Monday 20th June. The mass was celebrated by Fr. Stankard and was attended by all 6th class pupils, their parents, pupils and staff. We wish them well in secondary school.
Refreshments for parents and a party for the 6th class pupils were provided by the Parents Association afterwards. Thanks for providing all the 6th class children with beautiful certificates and paperweight keepsakes. A huge thank you to all 5th class parents for dropping in cakes & lots of other goodies for the occasion.
Junior School Tour 2016
Girls Football 2016
On the first of June the girls football team made it to the final in Loughgeorge. They played kilconnell. The girls were disappointed they lost but delighted to get so far in the competition. Paul Claffey from the Senior Galway hurling panel presented silver medals to the girls on the annual prize giving day. Well done girls!
Boys Hurling 2016
On the 3nd June the boy's hurling team played in the 11 A side hurling final in Loughgeorge. The boys bet Leitrim Kilnadeema & Ardrahan to get to the final. It was a vey close match and it went to extra time. The boys wouldn't give up without a fight and won the match by three points! Everyone was delighted to win such a close match! Thank you to Michael Treacy, Tom Finn, Ms Fallon & Ms Mannion for all their help and hard work throughout the year.
Cappataggle NS has achieved a Science Foundation Ireland Discover Science and Maths Plaque of STEM Excellence for the 2015/2016 academic year. A Plaque of STEM Excellence is the highest award that a school can achieve and commends Cappataggle for all its efforts in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths work carried out within the school.
All classes joined forces and engaged in many projects and activities such as Scratch Workshops, Maths week, Science Week, Engineering Week and EU Code Week. A huge thank you to all the pupils, parents and teachers involved. It is fantastic to see all the hard work paying off.
Co-ordinator Ms. Kerrigan
All classes joined forces and engaged in many projects and activities such as Scratch Workshops, Maths week, Science Week, Engineering Week and EU Code Week. A huge thank you to all the pupils, parents and teachers involved. It is fantastic to see all the hard work paying off.
Co-ordinator Ms. Kerrigan
Proclamation Day - Tuesday 15th March
As part of the commemoration of the Easter Rising in 1916, Tuesday 15th March was designated Proclamation Day in primary & secondary schools throughout Ireland.
Here in Cappataggle the ceremony began with some traditional Irish music & dance. Then the children from 1st & 2nd Class gave a short presentation on the history of the Irish flag. Afterwards all present stood and sang Amhrán Na bhFiann.
Donal Byrnes read a piece from the 1916 proclamation. Then some children from 5th & 6th Class read their "Proclamation for a New Generation", which was written by all the children in the Ms. Fallon's room. Some themes in the proclamation included Equality, Homelessness, Education & Health.
Fr. Stankard said a few words about the 1916 Rising and changes it brought about in Ireland at that time. Following on from this Joe & Fr. Stankard raised the flag outside the school. He finished with a short blessing. It was a wonderful uplifting day where we all stood proud as they raised the tricolour outside our school.
Finally everyone was invited back to Ms. Mannion & Ms. Fallon's room to see the children's Easter Rising projects.
Here in Cappataggle the ceremony began with some traditional Irish music & dance. Then the children from 1st & 2nd Class gave a short presentation on the history of the Irish flag. Afterwards all present stood and sang Amhrán Na bhFiann.
Donal Byrnes read a piece from the 1916 proclamation. Then some children from 5th & 6th Class read their "Proclamation for a New Generation", which was written by all the children in the Ms. Fallon's room. Some themes in the proclamation included Equality, Homelessness, Education & Health.
Fr. Stankard said a few words about the 1916 Rising and changes it brought about in Ireland at that time. Following on from this Joe & Fr. Stankard raised the flag outside the school. He finished with a short blessing. It was a wonderful uplifting day where we all stood proud as they raised the tricolour outside our school.
Finally everyone was invited back to Ms. Mannion & Ms. Fallon's room to see the children's Easter Rising projects.
School Self Evaluation - Physical Education
As part of our self school evaluation on Physical Education we are consulting with parents about P.E. using a questionnaire/survey. Please click on the link below to view the survey. We ask at least one parent/guardian from each family to complete the questionnaire.
|
|
Pancake Tuesday
Teachers and pupils were very busy in school today! We watched Ms. Kerrigan demonstrate how to make pancakes and we had the very important job of tasting them. They went down a treat! We have all been making huge efforts to keep our lunch boxes healthy over the last few weeks so we really enjoyed nutella, sugar and golden syrup on our pancakes. We are already looking forward to next year! If only we could have pancakes for lunch everyday! Thanks to Leah Treacy, one of our past pupils for helping out today in the hall.
Operation Transformation
In conjunction with Operation Transformation Healthy Lunchboxes, children in Cappataggle have been availing of the running track at lunch times with Ms. Kerrigan to increase their fitness levels.
Junior/Senior Infants and First/Second Class have almost completed a full 10km by counting their distance in laps over the few weeks.
Third/Fourth and Fifth/Sixth Classes are well on their way to completing a half marathon. They all record their laps on their own table sheets. Every class have reported that they feel much fitter and can now run much further. Some children have even been spotted doing extra laps in the evenings!
It’s your move! The enthusiastic girls from 5th and 6th class have been learning the ‘It’s Your Move’ hip hop routine and have been teaching the whole school. All the children have been up and active, dancing to ‘Love Myself’ by Hailee Steinfield.
Well done everyone and keep it up!!!!!!
Junior/Senior Infants and First/Second Class have almost completed a full 10km by counting their distance in laps over the few weeks.
Third/Fourth and Fifth/Sixth Classes are well on their way to completing a half marathon. They all record their laps on their own table sheets. Every class have reported that they feel much fitter and can now run much further. Some children have even been spotted doing extra laps in the evenings!
It’s your move! The enthusiastic girls from 5th and 6th class have been learning the ‘It’s Your Move’ hip hop routine and have been teaching the whole school. All the children have been up and active, dancing to ‘Love Myself’ by Hailee Steinfield.
Well done everyone and keep it up!!!!!!
|
|
Operation Transformation are calling on all schools to get involved. They want to see Irish children's lunchboxes transform over the next few weeks. To support the healthy lunch box initiative we are making a big effort to keep our lunches healthy! Safefood have given us leaflets to keep us on track and give us lots of new ideas on what we should be eating for lunch! Log on to www.rte.ie/ot for healthy shopping lists and tune into Episode 9 of Operation Transition to see if Cappataggle N.S. is the winner of the healthy lunch boxes initiative this year.
Christmas Arts & Crafts Fair - 20.12.'15
The Christmas Fair was a fantastic event and everyone had a great day. There was a magical atmosphere right throughout the school. Children & staff were working hard in the busy stalls selling beautiful arts and crafts made by the talented children of Cappataggle. Popular stalls amongst the children were "Guess The Weight Of The Turkey", "The Cappataggle Family Challenge" & "Jack Murray's Personalised Bird Houses stall". Santa's visit was a big hit with everyone and he even used our school bell to let everyone know he was coming! Panic set in throughout the school Monday morning when we couldn't find the bell.......... but thankfully we found it and Santa hadn't taken it back to the North Pole afterall!
Children also enjoyed getting their faces painted, listening to the lovely traditional Irish music and watching the one and only "Home Alone" in our very own cinema. Parents enjoyed chilling out over a coffee in the coffee shop, buying cakes from the cake sale and of course the lovely carol singing at the end of the day!
The Christmas raffle was a great success! We had lots of generous prizes to give away on the day including a hotel break away, generous vouchers, floral arrangements, amazing hampers and lots lots more. People were so generous in their donations in the weeks prior to the Fair. A big thanks to everyone who dropped prizes into the office.
A huge thank you to the parents association, volunteers, school staff and children who worked so hard in the weeks leading up to the fair and on the day. Thanks to all the parents, grandparents, pupils, past pupils and neighbours who came out to support our school.
Children also enjoyed getting their faces painted, listening to the lovely traditional Irish music and watching the one and only "Home Alone" in our very own cinema. Parents enjoyed chilling out over a coffee in the coffee shop, buying cakes from the cake sale and of course the lovely carol singing at the end of the day!
The Christmas raffle was a great success! We had lots of generous prizes to give away on the day including a hotel break away, generous vouchers, floral arrangements, amazing hampers and lots lots more. People were so generous in their donations in the weeks prior to the Fair. A big thanks to everyone who dropped prizes into the office.
A huge thank you to the parents association, volunteers, school staff and children who worked so hard in the weeks leading up to the fair and on the day. Thanks to all the parents, grandparents, pupils, past pupils and neighbours who came out to support our school.
Art Workshops December 2015
As the school day just wasn't long enough to get everything done we decided to hold Art workshops after school! There was huge interest amongst the children and the workshops were a great success. We had lots of volunteers who did great work on the night and gave us lots of ideas! A big thanks to Siobhan Treacy, Sandra Nolan, Natalie Nevin & Caoimhe Byrnes who kept the children busy with lots of different art & craft activities on the night.
3rd & 4th Class made fairy doors. Each child designed their very own fairy or portal door. They worked very hard making and decorating these. They packaged these with some magical fairy dust . Once this dust was sprinkled around the doors the fairies moved in. The children have some very bizarre stories about the new lodgers, with one even messing up the bedroom at night and tidying up everything the following day! We could all do with one of these!
|
|
December is a busy month for everyone but this year we managed to fit in a floral arranging demonstration!A big thank you to the Parents Association for organising a great night and Mary Harney on delivering a wonderful floral demonstration! Mary Harney combined a wealth of experience and enthusiasm for floristry to deliver a fantastic workshop on the night. I think its safe to say many of us surprised ourselves and ended up with a beautiful finished piece on the night. We raffled two amazing floral arrangements at the Christmas Fair. Thanks again to the Parents Association, Mary Harney & all who supported on the night.
National Flag Presentation Ceremony - 5.11.'15
To commemorate the centenary of the 1916 Rising and to celebrate 100 years since the Proclamation of the Irish Republic, the Government has tasked Óglaigh na hÉireann with delivering a National Flag to every Primary School in the country. This is a key part of the Ireland 2016 commemorative programme and will see members of Óglaigh na hÉireann, in uniform, visiting schoolchildren and teachers in over 3,200 schools across the Republic.
On Thursday 5th November Lieutenant Grattan O' Hagan and Corporal Pat McGillion stationed in Athlone visited our school. We learned about how the National Flag should be cared for and the protocol that surrounds this vibrant symbol of our nation. We listened to Lt. O' Hagan reading the Proclamation. We answered some very tricky questions. The oldest and youngest pupils in our school accepted the National Flag and the Proclamation on our behalf. Finally we sang our national anthem Amhrán na bhFiann. It was a very proud day for our school. We will keep the Tricolour very safe until the 15th March 2016, when every school in the country will fly it proudly.
On Thursday 5th November Lieutenant Grattan O' Hagan and Corporal Pat McGillion stationed in Athlone visited our school. We learned about how the National Flag should be cared for and the protocol that surrounds this vibrant symbol of our nation. We listened to Lt. O' Hagan reading the Proclamation. We answered some very tricky questions. The oldest and youngest pupils in our school accepted the National Flag and the Proclamation on our behalf. Finally we sang our national anthem Amhrán na bhFiann. It was a very proud day for our school. We will keep the Tricolour very safe until the 15th March 2016, when every school in the country will fly it proudly.
Halloween Fancy Dress Fundraiser - 23.10.'15
Congratulations to all the children who made great efforts dressing up before the Halloween break. We had great fun admiring all the costumes at our Fancy Dress Fashion Show in the hall. We raised over €200 on the day and this will help fund buses to matches during the year. Thanks for your support and generosity. Enjoy a selection of our photos on the day.
Gaillimh Abú
We would like to wish the Galway Minor & Senior Hurlers the very best of luck in Croke Park on Sunday 6th September. It is a great achievement to reach the All-Ireland Final and all credit goes to the team, selectors and management. We hope that we will be welcoming the Liam McCarthy cup here in the school in the very near future.
|
|
5th & 6th Class
"Discover Primary Science & Maths Award" 2014-2015
|
3rd & 4th Class
|
Well done to all the children who won attendance certificates this year.
Boys Emerge Champions
Congratulations to our Boys Football Team who won the Mini 7’s Competition in Cappataggle on Tuesday 10th March. The boys did very well beating Scoil an Croí Naofa, Ballinasloe and Portumna before meeting St. Catherine’s N.S. in the final. We wish the boys well in the next round of this competition.
New Playground on our Doorstep!
We are delighted to have the new playground open next door to the school. We look forward to playing in it as the weather improves and the days get longer.
School Calendar 2015 - 2016
| School Calendar 2015 - 2016 |
Self School Evaluation - Numeracy
As part of our self school evaluation on Numeracy we are consulting with pupils about mathematics using a straightforward questionnaire/survey. Please click on the link below to view the survey. Pupils from 3rd to 6th class will be asked to complete the survey in class.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vSYg5NnYIEZQU5YwPq99SY9S0-X3WIVgJhxorB0LgaA/viewform?embedded=true
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1vSYg5NnYIEZQU5YwPq99SY9S0-X3WIVgJhxorB0LgaA/viewform?embedded=true
Enrolments
It’s that time of year again. We are now beginning the enrolment process for the school year 2016/2017. Please contact the school office to request an enrolment form if you wish to enrol children for September 2016 or download forms from the school website.
| Enrolment Form |
