Christmas Carol Service & “Shine Star Shine”
Well done to all who took part. The singing was lovely and we hope that you had an enjoyable time! Following our carol service in the church, a donation was made to ‘Aoibheann’s Pink Tie’ in memory of our fellow pupil and friend Jaydn Kelly.
School Calendar
On sale at the school office and Centra, price €8. This is a nice keepsake or (big) stocking filler!
Internet Safety
Internet Safety & Anti Cyberbullying Workshops for 5th & 6th Class pupils will take place on Tuesday, 7th January. There will also be an information session open to all parents that night at 7:15 p.m. Please note in your diary; we all could do with some advice on how to deal with the online world.
Parish News
Practice will take place in the Church on Friday 20th December at 7p.m. If you would like your children to take part in this years 6 p.m. Christmas Eve Mass, please text their names and ages to Margaret at 086 – 325 4931 before Thursday 19th December.
Tin Whistle
Following this week’s concert, tin whistle will resume as normal in the new year.
No Presents Needed
While teachers like to receive presents at Christmas and children like to give them there is absolutely no need and no one should feel under any pressure in this regard. Working that little bit better in school would be a great present though, a gift that would keep on giving not only to the receiver but also to the giver! As has been the custom in recent years we also ask children to refrain from giving cards to classmates as the volume of cards and envelopes generated is extraordinary. They may give one to their ‘Advent Friend’ under the guidance of the class teacher.
Nollaig Shona
Before things get too hectic we would like to take this opportunity to wish everybody associated with the school – but especially you the parents – a very happy and peaceful Christmas. We think of some especially difficult family circumstances and will be keeping you in our prayers at this time.
The school will close for the Christmas holidays at 12:20 for Infants and 12:30 for all others this Friday 20th December. The children don’t have to wear their uniform on that day; they may wear something ‘Christmassy’ if they wish. We will re-open on Monday, 6th January 2020. Other planned closures are detailed on the school website.
Thank you for your support as always. Nollaig shona daoibh go léir.