Book Rental/School Contribution (Costs)
Thanks to everyone who has paid. Through the book rental scheme we try to keep costs as low as possible. The benefit to families is often greater in the senior classes. As previously explained the school contribution pays for the services provided for your children such as materials for art/science, assessment tests, photocopying, 24 hour personal accident insurance, etc. As we have to pay many of these costs in advance we would appreciate payment as soon as possible please.
Book Grant
Families who qualify for the “Back to School Clothing Allowance” are also eligible for the book grant. Please let us know.
School Tracksuits
Tracksuits ordered during the summer are now overdue for collection.
Cumann na mBunscol Football League
Competitions begin next week, we will let the children know the fixtures as soon as we have them!
Girls U12 Football
Very hard luck to Ballylinan girls who lost by the narrowest of margins to Graiguecullen last week. They were naturally disappointed but there will be other opportunities in the future!
Parking
A reminder to parents that the junior playground is open for parking after school (3pm).
Healthy Lunch
As part of our policy we are asking that parents do not send sweets, crisps (and similar snacks), chocolate, fizzy or energy drinks to school please. We would also ask you to be careful about the quantity of food sent in as children may feel they need to finish everything and that is not always the case.
Homework Club (1st to 6th Class)
Starts back Monday September 11th.
Tin Whistle
Starts back next week. Details to follow.
Swimming
Swimming starts this week (and next) for 1st and 2nd Classes. Please see details from class teachers.
Positive Parenting Programme
Triple P programme courses are free and are available to parents with children aged 2-15 years of age, living in Laois. Triple P helps you to
- raise happy, confident children,
- encourage behaviour you like,
- manage misbehaviour so everyone in the family enjoys life more,
- set rules and routines that everyone respects and
- take care of yourself as a parent.
For further information, phone (090) 64 47111 or email triplep.midlands@hse.ie . Their autumn schedule is now available.
