Once again we remind boys and families of the importance of coming to school. A
leaflet by the NEWB (National Education Welfare Board) was sent with each pupil in
September outlining the legal responsibilities involved. At the start of a new school
year its a great time to say well done to all the boys who made an effort to attend last
year and to the boys who received certificates from Sandra Greville (EWO) last June
for 100% attendance or improved attendance.
St. Brendans PS were delighted to welcome back the West Midlands Theatre Group
who are on tour with their latest production “The King of Copenhagen”. The show was
enjoyed by all the classes and there was plenty of laughter and audience participation
as you can see from the photos below… Great to see theatre alive and well !
We were delighted to welcome one of our parents, Mr.Cahal Rock to come into
the school to talk to some of the classes about his interesting profession. Cahal works
for the Irish Navy and gave a fascinating talk to 3rd class on life at sea and the thrills
and dangers involved with his job. He gave a chat to the boys of 6th class and told them
of the value of Education to follow the career path to the Navy or elsewhere and the
importance of attending school. He was very patient with his time and answered questions ranging from sea-sickness to the
battles against drug smugglers !! Thanks to Cahal for coming in to visit us and no
doubt the boys all learned a lot.
An Gairdin Draiochta was in need of a major clear up and our fantastic 6th class
under the watchful eye of Mr.Carroll put on the wellies and overalls last week, rolled
up the sleeves and took into the work with great gusto! They brushed the decking,
weeded the paths and under the trees, cleared the sandpits and storage areas of rubbish,,
dug and freshened up the raised beds, cleared the waterfall area and had a go at taming
the willow maze ! All in all lots of work done and a debt of gratitude from all the classes
who regularily use the garden is owed to the boys..Mile Buiochas !
Sammy stamps are on sale every Friday at the new shop outside the Junior Infant
classroom. This is a great scheme so please use it if you wish to learn the value
of saving money. Pictured are our new sammy stamp sales assistants.
