I was delighted to hear that Luc and Ellie have both qualified for the All Ireland Schools Swimming Gala that will be held in Galway in the near future. Luc won Gold and Silver in his two races and Ellie came 4th and 5th in the finals of her races in the Munster Swimming Gala.…
Read MoreThursday was “Tree day” and the pupils in several classes were out and about for some lessons based on trees. Pupils in 3rd and 4th Classes enjoyed a Field-Trip to the Novartis Woodland area, accompanied by Mr. Curtin, Pat, Mary and Ms. Tuohy. They studied the Woodland Habitat, observing the many creatures living in and…
Read MoreThe second class boys and girls really got into the Halloween spirit this week. Everyone displayed great enthusiasm and creativity in designing Halloween masks and they all did a really wonderful job. Well done!!
Read MorePlease don’t forget to get your Christmas Card finished over the weekend. A template and note went home to every child today.
Read MoreMs Tate’s class were busy during the last week making a lovely collage of animals and leaves we see during Autumn.
Read MoreJames and Daniel made fantastic nature displays at home during the weekend. This was a follow up activity to ‘Tree Day’ that was promoted in school last week. Great to see such enthusiasm and effort!!
Read MoreCongratulations to Owen, Fu-Wei and Kevin who won the class gardening competitions that were held over the last number of weeks in school. Owen guessed the weight of the marrow, Fu- Wei guessed the height of the sunflower and Kevin guessed the number of apples in the bag. A big thanks to Mrs Barry for…
Read MoreGreat to see some new entries on the blog!! Keep it up. If anyone in the school community has any news worthy items please email me paddyclifford@shanballyns.ie. I would be delighted to post them on the blog.
Read MoreCongratulations goes to Kevin Cogan , Fourth Class, who was a prizewinner in the recent “Back-to-School” Competition organised by Mahon Point Shopping Centre. Kevin was presented with a shopping voucher recently, in the presence of his Mum Eva, Dad Diarmuid, sister Niamh, cousins, Darragh (5th Class), Jack (2nd Class), Harry, his Granny, Auntie Loretta, and…
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