Wicklow Mountains National Park Outreach Programme

On Friday the 3rd of February, Scoil San Eoin had the pleasure of listening to Gillian and David from the National Park. This theme was "Bugs". The children got to see lovely pictures of spiders, butterflies etc and learn interesting facts about them. Also, there was stuffed animals for the children to pet and feel such as; Hedgehog, Badger and a Rabbit. Many Thanks to our guest speakers for such a lovely experience.   

Clouds

All the children in the Junior Room have been learning about Clouds for the month of January. This theme was linked in with "An Aimsir". RI & RII got an opportunity to record clouds daily in the morning for a week and predict what weather we would experience in the afternoon. This geography outdoor trail was enjoyed by all. They had a Cloud finder to assist in naming the different clouds and a description of what a cloud should look like. 

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Junior Entrepreneur Programme gets started!!

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The Junior Entrepreneur Programme is well underway in the Senior classroom. The pupils looked at what entrepreneurship is all about. They researched national and international entrepreneurs, the companies they set up and what services/products they provide. For the second stage the class has begun to look at the traits and characteristics of an entrepreneur and their own talents and characteristics, especially those which they can bring to a team and this JEP process. They had to come up with two about themselves and then one about each member of their team. A very positive experience! They began exploring ideas within their assigned groups and are now whittling down their ideas to one per group which they will present to the Dragons on Thursday the 9th!! Exciting stuff!!

3rd and 4th class Maths

3rd and 4th class got hands on with money problems

Christmas Concert Photos

A fantastic night was had by all at our annual Christmas Concert.  A huge thanks to the Parents Association who worked tirelessly decorating the hall and providing tea, coffee and treats on the night.  Thanks to all who generously donated baked goods and raffle prizes.  €698.00 was raised on the night!   

Enrolment Ceremonies

Enjoy the photos of the recent Enrollment ceremonies for Holy Communion and Confirmation.  Thank you to Fr. Byrne and all the parents who attended.  This marks the first step of their preparation of the Sacraments.

Money

This month the children are learning interesting facts about money. Some children brought in coins and notes from the Netherlands, Turkey, Greece and even Indian money.  

Bag Pack

Our annual Bag Pack takes place in Dunnes Stores, Bridgewater, on Friday, 17th & Saturday 18th February.  This is a fantastic fundraising opportunity for the school!  Please support by giving an hour or two of your time either day.  Please fill in the schedule in the office or see a member of the P.A.  First to complete gets the best choice of slots!

Confirmation Enrolment Ceremony

The Enrolment Ceremony for Confirmation for 5th and 6th Classes will take place on January 27th at 2pm in the computer room. We would like to invite all parents/guardians to attend. This is the start of the pupils journey in towards receiving the Sacrament and parents/guardians will be involved in this preparation.  However, as space is limited, numbers are restricted to one adult per child.

We will need a parent/guardian to do a reflection and another to light a candle. If you would like to undertake either of these roles, please contact the office. Pupils may go home straight after but parents with pupils in junior class will have to wait until 3pm to collect them. 

Points to note:

Pupils need to have the name of their Confirmation sponsor by Monday 16th January and this sponsor MUST be over 16.  Over the coming weeks, pupils should be considering their choice of Confirmation name.   They also need to have their baptismal candle or, failing that, a suitable cream or white candle, for the ceremony of light which will be before the Confirmation.

Albs will be rented through the school and cost will be advised nearer the time.

Please keep checking the website as all further information will be available here.

 

Junior Entrepreneur Programme

The Senior Room will shortly start working on ideas for participation in the Junior Entrepreneur Programme (JEP).  Briefly, each child proposes an idea and during the 12-16 week programme, one is selected as the class business. Each child invests a small amount of capital in the business and receives their share of the profits. It’s not just a business plan, but a real business conceived from scratch with real products and services and real customers who pay for what is produced. It all comes together at the Junior Entrepreneur School Showcase Day.  Follow the link for more info:  www.juniorentrepreneur.ie

Dragons Den at SSE!

As part or the Junior Entrepreneur Programme, (JEP), we are looking for local entrepreneurs to come and chat to the class or take part in a Dragons Den!  Each group will present their idea to the Den who will then choose the concept that will be taken forward to the final stages.  This will all happen around the first week of February.  If you or a family member fit the bill and are interested in encouraging the next generation of entrepreneurs, please contact the office or email us at schoolofficeredcross@gmail.com.  

School Office: 0404 41 727
Email: schoolofficeredcross@gmail.com
Roll No: 14829M

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