Wednesday, December 21, 2016

School note December 22nd

Dear parents,

                     Today, all children in the school took part in our Nativity pageant. Both performances played to full houses. Well done to all the teachers who made such an undertaking possible. Thanks to you, the  parents, for your help with costume etc.  I am grateful to Fr Cussen and Pat Gallagher for making the church available and for facilitating us in every way. Needless to say, the children were wonderful. It was an occasion that will live long in the memory.

                  Yesterday afternoon, all children in Third and Fourth class  enjoyed our Christmas General Knowledge Table Quiz. Thanks to the Parents Association for sponsoring prizes. At the end of ten rounds, two teams were tied on 47 points out of 60 with two more on 46 points. After a tie break, the team of Neal Buckley, Aoibhe O Keeffe, Emma Keogh and James Smith emerged victorious. It was a great afternoon and the standard of answering was exceptional. Today, the children of Fifth and Sixth classes tested their knowledge. Follow us on Twitter @Ballybrown NS for results .


                  Stop Press:  The winners of the 5th and 6th class quiz this afternoon with an excellent score of 57 out of 60 were the team of Emer Conroy, Jools Deegan, Martina Scanlon, Hazel Walsh and Grace Noone.

               Garda Vetting: Parents who are willing to be Garda Vetted for the purpose of providing transport to school matches are asked to contact the school as soon as possible.         

                          Holiday arrangements: School closes tomorrow December 22nd. at 12.30 p.m. Parents of children in Junior and Senior infants are asked to collect those children at 12.10 p.m. to alleviate the parking problems that could arise. School re opens on Monday January 9th. 2017 at 9.15 a.m.

                On behalf of the Board of Management and staff of the school, I would like to wish you all a Happy Christmas. I look forward to seeing you all in 2017.

Nollaig shona daoibh go léir.


 

J. Lyons

Principal

 

COMMUNITY COUNCIL : Thanks to all the children and staff of Ballybrown School who participated in the Christmas Art Competition. As always the standard of entries was very impressive and the stockings decorated the hall beautifully for the Christmas Fair. Congratulations to the winners: Aishling Murphy, Hana Tsang, Hazel Walsh, Ruby Deegan, Alex Smith, Holly Rose Carey, Joey O'Brien, Annabell Perill,  Isabelle Maher Smith, Oran Cantillon Mann, Aine McCormack and Grace Browne. Also, a word of thanks to all who attended the Fair and those who donated cakes, spot prizes etc. It was a lovely community occasion while at the same time raising funds to help clear the debt on the building. We look forward to another enjoyable busy year in 2017.

 

GOAL MILE: Once again the Goal Mile will take place in Ballybrown on Christmas Day. Starting at the Community Resource Centre at 12 noon, all you have to do is to turn up on the day, walk, run or crawl the Mile and make a donation to GOAL. The GOAL Mile is a great opportunity to do something practical for the poorest of the poor this Christmas. Help us to make this the best GOAL MILE ever in Ballybrown.

A Children's/Family Mass will be held on Christmas EveSaturday 24th December at 5pm. in Ballybrown Church. 

 

Tuesday, December 20, 2016

Christmas Holidays

School closes for Christmas on Thursday December 22nd at 12.30 p.m. and will reopen on Monday January 9th. 2017 at 9.15 a.m.
Parents of children in Junior and Senior Infants are asked to collect children at 12.10 p.m. on Thursday to reduce traffic congestion.
Thank you for your cooperation.
J. Lyons
Principal

Thursday, December 15, 2016

School note December 15th

15-12-2016

Dear parents,

                     The  school Christmas Carol Service takes place in Ballybrown Church on Wednesday 21st December at 10.15 a.m. for parents of children from Junior infants to Second Class  and 11.45 a.m. for parents of children from Third to Sixth classes.

            School will close for Christmas holiday on Thursday December 22nd at 12.30 p.m. Parents of children in Junior and Senior Infants are asked to collect children at 12.10 p.m. to reduce traffic congestion.

            The Parents Association has asked me to inform you that, as was the case for the last few years, they will donate a gift to the staff on behalf of all parents. Teachers do not expect a gift from children. If children would like to give something personal they could perhaps make their own card as a gift to their teacher.

             In order to improve communication between school and home, Ballybrown NS is now live on Twitter @BallybrownNS. Items of school news will be posted regularly. Don't forget to check the school website www.ballybrownns.ie 

 

Gach dea-ghuí, 


J. Lyons

Principal

             

A Children's/Family Mass will be held on Christmas Eve, Saturday 24th December at 5p.m. in Ballybrown Church. There will be a practice for this Mass in the church on Tuesday 20th December from 6-7 pm. All children are welcome to the practice, to participate in the Mass or just come on Christmas Eve. If you would like any more information or would be interested in helping out at the practice night please contact Julianne McCormack at 087-9478123.

Community Council  News: 

VISIT THE POPCORN AND POOP STALL AT THE CHRISTMAS FAIR ! The annual Christmas Fair will be held on Sunday December 18th at the Community Resource Centre. Doors open 10.45am. There will be lots on offer. Cake Sale with home made Christmas Cakes and Plum Puddings, Hot Dogs, Christmas Flower Arrangements and Logs, Farmers Market with Vegetable Stall, Firewood and Kindling, Kids Corner with Face Painting and Nail Bar, Raffle for Sumptuous Festive Hamper and lots of spot prizes. Children's Christmas Art Competition  prize winners will be announced. *Donations of cakes and buns from our gifted bakers would be greatly appreciated.

 

GOAL MILE: Once again the Goal Mile will take place in Ballybrown on Christmas Day. Starting at the Community Resource Centre at 12 noon, all you have to do is to turn up on the day, walk, run or crawl the Mile and make a donation to GOAL. The GOAL Mile is a great opportunity to do something practical for the poorest of the poor this Christmas. (. Help us to make this the best GOAL MILE ever in Ballybrown.)

Thursday, December 8, 2016

School note December 8th 2016

8-12-2016

Dear parents,

                    All classes  attended Mass  in Ballybrown Church today for  the feast of the Immaculate Conception. Thanks to Ms Mulcahy and choir for beautiful singing.

                     The  school Christmas Carol Service takes place in Ballybrown Church on Wednesday 21st December at 10.15 a.m. for parents of children from Junior infants to Second Class  and 11.45 a.m. for parents of children from Third to Sixth classes. Please note change of times.

                  All children in 5th & 6th classes have completed a ten-week course in ICT with Whizzkids. Thanks to the Committee of the Resource Centre for use of premises.

                   Yesterday, West Midlands Theatre Company from Wolverhampton visited the school to perform 'Pinnochio' for First, Second, Third and Fourth Classes.

Parents Association: The Ballybrown NS Parents' Association is holding its next meeting on Tuesday the 13th December at 8 pm. The Parents Association plays an important role in raising any concerns that parents may have and raises funds for the benefit of the school. They would be grateful if as many parents as possible could attend, in particular parents who are new to the school. All welcome.

A Children's/Family Mass will be held on Christmas Eve, Friday 24th December at 5pm in Ballybrown Church. There will be a practice for this Mass in the church on Tuesday 20th December from 6-7pm. All children are welcome to the practice, to participate in the Mass or just come on Christmas Eve. If you would like any more information or would be interested in helping out at the practice night please contact Julianne McCormack at 087-9478123.

Do this in Memory Mass: A reminder to 2nd class parents that a Do This in Memory Mass for First Communion pupils will take place on Saturday 10th December at 8pm.

Gach dea- ghuí, 

 

J. Lyons

Principal

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Ballybrown GAA club: Santa will arrive in Ballybrown GAA Club on Sunday 11th December at 2.30pm. €6.00 per child includes selection box, family photo and a whole day of fun and games!! 

Community Council  news: CHRISTMAS FAIR : The annual Christmas Fair will be held on Sunday December 18th at the  Ballybrown/Clarina Community Resource Centre after 10 o'clock Mass.  There will be lots on offer.  In addition to the usual Cake Sale we will have home made Christmas Cakes and Plum Puddings, Hot Dogs, Popcorn and Magical Treats, Christmas Flower Arrangements and Logs, Farmers Market with Vegetable Stall, Firewood and kindling, Kids Corner with face-painting and nail bar, Raffle, Children's Christmas Art Competition Prize Giving,  Complimentary Refreshments. Come early and enjoy a lovely festive morning with friends.

 

Thursday, December 1, 2016

School Note December 1st 2016

Dear parents,

                   Parent teacher meetings: Thank you to all parents who attended parent-teacher meetings last week and to the teachers who put a lot of work into preparation for these meetings. If for some reason, you were not in a position to attend, please contact the school as soon as possible.
                
Attendance: In the event of any pupil reaching a total of 20 days absence from school in a school year, the school is required by law to make a report to Túsla,  the National Education Welfare Board. Parents are advised to be aware of this and to be mindful of their child's attendance record.

                    All classes will  attend Mass  at 10 a.m.   in Ballybrown Church on 8th December, the feast of the Immaculate Conception.

                     The  school Christmas Carol Service takes place in Ballybrown Church on Wednesday 21st December at 10 a.m. for parents of children from Junior infants to Second Class  and 12 noon for parents of children from Third to Sixth classes.

                   On Wednesday Dec 7th., West Midlands Theatre Company from Wolverhampton will visit the school to perform 'Pinnochio' for First, Second, Third and Fourth Classes. Curtain up at 10 a.m. Cost is €3 per child.  Money to be given to the Class teacher.

               Well done to James Smith, Third Class, who was mascot for the Ireland v Australia rugby international in the Aviva Stadium last Saturday.

             Parking: As the winter draws in, it is important for parents to be conscious at all times of safety in the vicinity of the school. I wish to highlight particularly children crossing from the Car Park to the school entrance. Nobody should park in that area at any time.

Reminder: Check the school website www.ballybrownns.ie for regular updates.

 

Gach dea -ghuí, 

J. Lyons

Principal

 

 

Thursday, November 24, 2016

School note November 24th

Dear parents,

                    Parent teacher meetings continue today from 3.15 p.m. to 5.30 p.m.

It is important to keep to your allocated time. If you are unable to keep an appointment for some reason, please contact the school to arrange a suitable date.

                     On the sporting front, well done to Emer Conroy and Lucy Keyes who were members of the Limerick Girls Football panel who won the Larkin Shield in the Gaelic Grounds on Tuesday night.

                        Takings from the Book Fair amounted to €1600. Thanks to Susan McNamara and her team of volunteers who helped on Thursday & Friday.

                 Congratulations to the following winners in the MPCC Credit Union Art competition: Under 7 : 1st Isabelle McCarthy.  3rd. Holly Rose Carey.

                Community Council news: Volunteers needed for senior citizens bagpacking event in Dunnes Stores Jetland Centre on Monday and Tuesday December 19th & 20th. Contact Ann Davoren 087 2122842.

Gach dea ghuí, 

J. Lyons

Principal

 

SPEECH AND LANGUAGE WORKSHOP: FREE workshop will take place on Tuesday November 29 from 6:30pm – 8:30pm in the Ballybrown Community Centre. Place are limited and re-registration is advised, priority is given to those in receipt of Social Welfare or parenting alone. Understand more about Speech & Language and the importance of supporting your child with their speech & language development through reading and nursery rhymes. Call Niamh, at West Limerick Resources, on 087 4477338.

                     

Thursday, November 17, 2016

School note November 17th 2016

Dear parents,

                     Once again, parents are reminded that the school cannot accept responsibility for children who are at school before 9 a.m.  The school provides morning supervision for 15 minutes from 9 a.m. daily to facilitate parents. Today, over 50 children were in school before 9 a.m.  School starts at 9.15 a.m.


                Science Week: Ms O Shaughnessy's class visited UL this week as part of Science week. Ms Gibbons and Mrs Barry's class are attending a Science Magic workshop today.

                   Parent- teacher meetings will take place on Wednesday 23rd and Thursday November 24th from 3.15 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. All parents have received notification of their appointments in the post.  Note: Homework Club will not take place on either of those days. 


                  Book Fair: The Book Fair will take place today Thursday November 17th and Friday November 18th . Books will be available for viewing by all classes on Thursday November 17th The Parents Association are looking for volunteers with the Book Fair.  If you are available to assist on Thursday November 17th  between 2pm - 4pm or between  7.30 p.m. and 9 p.m, or on November 18th between 9a.m.-10am or from 2p.m. to 3.30pm, please text Susan MacNamara on 087-2257625.   

                 

  Well done to  Seán O Brien & Barry Toomey, medal winners with Manga High Online Maths challenge.  

                    Congratulations to Darragh O Sullivan, Scott White, Seán Coughlan, Lucy Keyes and Emer Conroy who were selected to play on Limerick City football selections this week.  

                      West Limerick Resources  are hosting a free parents/ individuals workshop in the Resource Centre in Ballybrown on Tuesday the 29th of November 6.30- 8.30pm on Speech and Language.. Pre- registration is essential for this workshop, there are a limited number of spaces so any interested parties are asked to contact  Niamh  on 069 62222 or on 087 4477338 if they would like a space.Also on Tuesday the 22nd of November,  West Limerick Resources are offering a free workshop to parents and individuals. This is a Paediatric First Aid workshop. It will take place in Patrickswell Community Centre from 6.30pm to 9.30pm. All in attendance will receive a certificate. This is a free workshop, pre- registration is essential.  Limited number of spaces.  Contact  Niamh  on 069 62222 or on 087 4477338.

 

Yvonne Deegan has asked me to mention the following:

 Friday November 18: Kids Cooking Club, Pizza Making & Surprise Treat! (The kids will make their own pizza from scratch). € 20 per child

Friday Dec 9    3.15-5.15 EDIBLE CHRISTMAS GIFTS. €20 per child

Parents can message/call Yvonne 086 8531578 or www.vonshealthstore.com

 

J. Lyons

Principal

 

Thursday, November 10, 2016

School Note November 10th.

10-11-2016.

Dear parents,

                     It has been a busy week. Yesterday,  60 boys and girls from this school took part in the Limerick Primary Schools Cross Country Sports in Limerick Racecourse. My thanks to Mr Sheehy, Team Manager,  and to all the parents who braved the elements to support the team.

                       Today,   Lismore Mobile Science Workshop visit the school for a  workshop with 5th and Sixth classes.    Next week, 5th and 6th classes visit The Science Magic show in University of Limerick.

                        Tomorrow, the children from First to Fourth classes visit the University Concert Hall for a performance by the Cork Pops Orchestra.

                   Swimming lessons for Fourth Class begin next Wednesday November 16th. in Askeaton Leisure Centre.

                   Parent- teacher meetings will take place on Wednesday 23rd and Thursday November 24th from 3.15 p.m. to 5.30 p.m. All parents will receive notification of their appointments in the post next week.  Note: Homework Club will not take place on either of those days.              

              First Holy Communion: A reminder to all Second Class Parents that there will be a Parents meeting held in the school on Tuesday November 15th at 8.30pm. The photographer will also attend this meeting to take bookings (to be paid on the night) and the seating lottery will take place on the night. Please bring small photo of your child also. Parent's contribution will also be collected on the night. We would appreciate your attendance.

           Book Fair: The Book Fair will take place on Thursday November 17th and Friday November 18th . Books will be available for viewing by all classes on Thursday November 17th The Parents Association are looking for volunteers with the Book Fair.  If you are available to assist on Thursday November 17th  between 2pm - 4pm or between  7.30pm and 9.00pm, or on November 18th between 9am-10am or from 2pm to 3.30pm, please text Susan MacNamara on 087-2257625. 

Gach dea-ghuí,         

J. Lyons

Principal 

Thursday, October 27, 2016

School Note October 27th

27-10-2016

Dear parents,

                     As you are all aware, the school applied last March for an additional teacher under the Developing School Category. However, on September 30th., the school enrolment was not sufficient to retain the teacher. The Board of Management decided to appeal this decision and I have been informed that the Appeal was unsuccessful. Consequently, the teaching post has been suppressed. Mr. McMahon will leave the school tomorrow. We are all sorry to lose such a hardworking, dedicated teacher. On behalf of the Board of Management,  I would like to thank all the parents who contacted politicians to explain the merits of our case.

                      On Tuesday, Ms Siobhán Doherty conducted an information session for parents on the topic of Shared Reading. There was a good attendance. It was another example of the contribution the Parents Association makes to the school.

                         Today, our Under 13 football team lost to Monaleen NS in the replayed City final by a single point. The teams finished level after extra time following Tuesday's final in the Gaelic Grounds. Well done to all. Thanks to Mr Sheehy and Mr Lordan, team coaches.  Beidh lá eile againn.

                  Halloween festivities  will be in full swing tomorrow. School ends at the  usual time. Next week will be midterm. School will reopen on Monday November 7th.

Yours,

 

J. Lyons

Principal

HALLOWEEN FAIR : The annual Halloween Fair will take place in the Community Resource Centre on Sunday October 30. Doors open at 10.45am. Stalls will include Cake Sale, Hot Dogs, Milk Shakes, Crafts, Popcorn Treats, Raffle, Face Painting, Flower Arrangements, Firewood and Kindling, Nail Bar, Vegetables, Preloved Costume Jewellery and more. Children's Halloween Art Competition prizes will be presented. Fun for all the family! If you have cakes etc for the fair please drop them to the centre on Saturday from 10am to 1.00pm  or 2.00pm to 3.00pm or from 9.30am on Sunday. Thank you.

 

Monday, October 24, 2016

Under 13 A football Final

Ballybrown NS V Monaleen NS at the Gaelic Grounds

Tuesday October 25th.

Throw-in 12 noon

Best wishes to and all players and team coaches Mr Lordan and Mr Sheehy .


Football Final tomorrow

Cumann na mBunscol   Limerick City.


 

Re:  Finals on Tuesday 25th October 2016.


Under 13 A Boys Football

 


§       The committee of the Limerick Gaelic Grounds has requested that all supporters and parents stay off the playing field in the Gaelic Grounds at the finals tomorrow. 

§       Only team mentors on the field with the teams.

§       Supporters and parents to be seated in the stand.

§       The Gaelic Grounds is required again on Saturday and Sunday next for Munster club games involving Limerick clubs.

§       Your co-operation would be appreciated.

 

Presentations.

§       All presentation of trophies will take place in the covered stand at the red seats, immediately after the games.

§       No presentations on the field.

§       Once again your co-operation would be appreciated.

 

Thanking you for your assistance and co-operation.

 

 

J. Lyons

Principal

Thursday, October 20, 2016

School Note October 20th

Dear parents,

                     This is Maths Week. The Problem of the Day is on the school website. A range of Maths activities are going on throughout the school. Classes are involved in the online Maths activity  Manga High.

                    Author Patricia Forde and Louise Donlon, Director of the Lime Tree Theatre, visited the school on Tuesday. Patricia conducted a workshop with Fourth class and read from her books for all classes from First to Fourth.

                    Tomorrow, the children in 1st and 2nd classes will visit the Lime Tree Theatre for a performance of 'The Far Field', a musical world of fairytales and folklore.

                      Gardaí Daryl Tubridy and Niamh Briggs visited the school this week to speak to the children in 5th & 6th classes about Halloween and the dangers of fireworks. They also spoke about Safety on the Road.

                    Well done to our under 13 boys football team who have qualified for the City A final v Monaleen N.S.. It will be played in the Gaelic Grounds on Tuesday 25th. Throw in is at 12.30 p.m. All children from 3rd to 6th classes will attend.

                        Excitement is mounting as the County Hurling Final approaches. We are very proud of the fact that every player on the Ballybrown panel is a former pupil of the school while a number of the Patrickswell panel also attended Ballybrown NS!  The 'Limerick Leader' visited the school yesterday to capture the colour and excitement as the big day draws near.

                       Parents Association News: Tomorrow, Friday, there will be a Colours Day as  the Big Match  draws closer. €2 per child if possible. All proceeds to the Parents Association.

                      On Tuesday October 25th at 8 p.m., the Parents Association has organised a Shared Reading Workshop. It will be conducted by Siobhán Doherty who has great expertise in this area. It will be of special interest to parents of children from Junior Infants to Third Class. Admission is free. It should last about one hour.

J. Lyons

Principal

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Healthy Eating: Yvonne Deegan has been  running a KIDS COOKING CLUB in the Resource Centre on one Friday each month. The children have thoroughly enjoyed it. Generally it's healthier options e.g. sugar free muffins, granola, health bars, smoothies etc. Yvonne is willing to run some more of these over the mid term if there is sufficient interest from parents.

The dates Yvonne has suggested are:

Wednesday Nov 2  11am - 1pm for ages 5-7 and   2.30 - 4.30pm for ages 8 - 12

ALSO Nov 18  3.15-5.15p.m. PIZZA MAKING

Dec 9th:     3.15-5.15 p.m.  EDIBLE CHRISTMAS GIFTS

€20 per child per lesson. Family discount applies if more than one child.

Parents can message/call Yvonne 086 8531578 or www.vonshealthstore.com

 

 

Problem of the Day Thursday

John is 19 years old and his sister Mary is one year old.

In how many years will John be: 

(A) 7 times as old as Mary?

(B) 4 times as old as Mary?

(C) twice as old as Mary?



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Rang a haon agus a dó:

 

Name 2 shapes that cannot roll.

 

A farmer had 24 cows in his herd on Monday. He bought 12 more at the mart on Tuesday, sold 10 on Wednesday and bought 5 more on Thursday. When he came home from the mart on Friday, he had 40 cows. How many did he buy on Friday?

 


Wednesday, October 19, 2016

Problem of the Day Wednesday

WHO AM I?
I have 3 digits. My ones digit is 3 times as large as my tens digit.

My hundreds digit is twice as large as my tens digit.
I am greater than 500.

Monday, October 17, 2016

Problem of the Day

                                                             Problem of the Day 
                                                               Monday October 17th

A snail is at the bottom of a 12 metre well. Each hour he climbs 3 metres and slips back 2 metres. How long does it take him to reach the top of the well?

Thursday, October 13, 2016

Maths Week

The Munster Maths and Science Family Fair is being held on Sunday 16th October, in the Mallow GAA Complex @ Carrigoon.  It has become the largest Maths and Science Fair in Munster,  with almost  4,000 people attending in 2015.  


We are on the countdown to this years fair and would like to remind you, your fellow teachers and students of this big event.  

This year will feature exhibits from industry, academia, research and schools both primary and secondary.  Some of the exhibitors include - Blackrock Castle Observatory, Institute of Physics, Blizzard Entertainment, Clever Mind Toys, Nimbus Research Centre, Drive4 Zero, Designer Minds, Irish Army and the Irish Air Core .... and many more. 

There is something for all the family and admission is FREE.   

Facebook link - https://www.facebook.com/munstermathsandscience
Twitter link -https://twitter.com/MunsterSTEM

Check out the TV of last years event  on  http://www.irishtv.ie/cork-matters-63

MUNSTER MATHS AND SCIENCE FAMILY FAIR

Sunday 16th October 11AM TO 5PM

IN Mallow GAA Complex, Carrigoon

Fun for all the family 

 

FREE ADMISSION

School note October 13th

Dear parents,

                      We begin this week by saying  'Thank You' to  Newtown Water Scheme who presented the school with a cheque for €500 at a ceremony at the Sailor's Haggard on Sunday morning last.

            Maths Week is from October 16th to 23rd. There will be a range of activities going on at all class levels.

                        On Monday, Sr. Rose Miriam and Fiona Dineen from the Limerick Diocesan Office paid an introductory visit to the school.  They spent time in each of the classes with children for First Holy Communion in 2017. Sr. Rose Miriam is based in the Dominican Residence in Pery Square and will visit all classes in the school later in the school year. Tomorrow Friday, 14 October, is the National Day of Prayer for Children. 

            Communion Committee – Please note for Second Class Parents that the first Do this in Memory Mass will be held on Saturday 22nd at 8pm. Further details/pack will be distributed to the children early next week with all the relevant information

 

Parents Association –

AGM - The Parents Association AGM took place last night – it was a very successful meeting with an informative presentation presented by Mr. Lyons. Thank you to all parents that attended.

Recycling Day - There is a Recycling day planned for tomorrow morning Friday October 14th.  Please have your bags of unwanted clothes, handbags, paired shoes etc. in bags at the school by 9.15am.  Thank you for your continued support for this worthwhile fundraising event.

Shared Reading - A Shared Reading evening has been organised for Tuesday October 25th at 8pm. This will be facilitated by Siobhan O'Doherty and will be of particular interest for parents of children in Junior Infants – Second Class.  

Ballybrown/Clarina Community Games: Draughts will commence in the Resource Centre on Thursday 19th October from 7.00 to 8.00 pm. Full training will be provided. Children from 7 can attend. The cost is €1.00 per child. We had great numbers last year so we hope this will be the same this year.

GIRL GUIDES : Ballybrown Girl Guide unit has reopened. We have places available for girls aged 10 to 15. Our weekly meetings where the girls get involved in team activities, fun games and crafts are on Wednesday evenings from 6pm to 7.30pm in Ballybrown Community Centre. If you are interested in joining or want more information please contact Gillian, 0857633442 or Marguerite, 0879075288

Gach dea ghuí,

J. Lyons

Principal


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Thursday, October 6, 2016

School note October 6th

6-10-2016

Dear Parents,

                    I wish to bring the following to your attention.

                    Last Saturday, Ballybrown NS were victorious at the Ard Scoil Rís hurling Academy blitz. Michael Gavin was named Player of the Tournament. It was our first victory in this event. Thanks to all parents who attended on the day and especially to Mr Lordan who has coached these players through the years.

                     The boys and girls play their last round of group matches in Under 13 football next week.

             Head Lice: Head Lice are a common problem in any environment where children assemble. It is advisable to deal with this as soon as possible.

For information on dealing with this problem, see

http://www.hse.ie/eng/health/az/H/Head-lice/

 

           Parents Association:  The AGM of the Parents Association will be held on Wednesday October 12th at 8 p.m. in the school. All welcome. The Parents Association do wonderful work throughout the year.

                   There is a Recycling day planned for Friday October 14th.  Please have your bags of unwanted clothes, handbags, paired shoes etc in bags at the school by 9.15am that morning. All families will receive bags in the coming days.         

Gach dea-ghuí,

 J. Lyons

Principal

 

Community Council news: The first anniversary of the opening of the Sailors Haggard in Newtown, Clarina is to be marked by a Gathering on Sunday October 9th after 10am Mass. All are welcome to come along for the unveiling of the latest addition to the site which will be followed by an open air Coffee Morning. All proceeds from the event are being donated to the Resource Centre Building Fund.