Irish History Live

 Our students enjoyed a hugely entertaining and informative visit from Irish History Live host Michael Moylan on Monday, October 17th. Michael came laden down with artefacts, costumes and old (and thankfully, decommissioned) weapons which really brought the past to life for our young historians. He had them laughing and learning at the same time as he dressed them up and armed them to illustrate the history he spoke about. 

We thank Mike for coming to see us again in Ballingarry and we look forward to his next visit whenever that may be.

Ballingarry GAA Club Visit

 On Friday, October 14th, (which was of course, Jersey Day) we received a visit from members of the Ballingarry GAA Club. The group, consisting of Juvenile Club Chairperson Patsy Maher, referee and coach Paddy Ivors, All Ireland winning Tipp minor hurler Simon Blackmore, Tipp minor footballer Michael Ryan and various members of the victorious Ballingarry minor hurling and u14 Camogie teams spoke to our students and showed them the silverware they accrued during the year.

The club generously provided the prizes for a trivia quiz and also brought with them a load of sweets and a €25 voucher for the club shop which we will raffle off.

Our students enjoyed the visit and were very excited to see the cups and their club heroes. It was great to welcome back so many past pupils and celebrate their success. 

Our thanks to all involved.

GOAL Jersey Day

 Poster by Orla Boylan, 5th Class

Sponsored Walk

 We were blessed with the weather today for our Sponsored Walk. Thank you to our students and parents who turned out in force to make the event a success.  Thank you to everyone who supported us by walking, sponsoring a walker, making a donation or by buying a raffle ticket.

Well done to Lucy Kennedy on winning the raffle.

September Assembly

 The first assembly of the year was a predictably busy one with lots of important and interesting issues to discuss.

Nathan read Our Lady's Prayer to open the assembly and Mrs Egan got proceedings underway by introducing and welcoming all our new students and Miss Phelan our new teacher. 

Mrs O'Dea spoke about the Green Schools Committee recruitment drive, Mr Gleeson reported back from the Cross Country Championships and Ms Conway spoke about our new Library Club.

Each class then held their raffle for the eagerly anticipated 'Mystery Bag'. A full week's unbroken attendance earns a ticket for a monthly raffle. As this was the first raffle everyone was intrigued as to what the bag may contain. The winners certainly weren't disappointed.

The Writers (and Colourers) of the Month received their certs as did the Mathematicians of the Month in recognition of their excellent work this month.

The big news of course was that Third and Fourth Class won the first Class of the Month of the year. Well done to them and their teacher Ms. Mason.

Cross Country County Championships

 We had waited a long time for Wednesday, September 28th. COVID 19 had robbed us of several opportunities to get out on the cross country course but at last we got the chance to stretch the legs again.

A 47 strong squad of young runners made up four teams to compete for County honours. 

Our 3rd/4th Class Girls' team kicked off proceedings in style by finishing 2nd in their group and securing a silver medal for their four top finishers, who were: Amy Burns (5th), Rachel Tye (7th), Irish Corcoran (12th) and Ciara Boylan (17th)

The 3rd/4th Class Boys' team finished 6th in their group. Our four highest placed finishers on the day were: Cody Hanlon (13th), Eamonn Quigley (20th), Harry Carroll (40th) and Tommy Butler (41st).

The 5th/6th Class Girls' team took the gold in their race. The four highest placed finishers were: Sarah Tye (1st), Orla McAree (10th), Orla Boylan (12th) and Dawn Darcy (17th).

Our last team to race was the 5th/6th Class Boys who came in 4th. The four fastest were: JJ Harding (7th), Tito Hehir (20th), Kean Burke (21st) and Nathan Rice (27th).

Well done to all who competed.

A few nervous faces on the starting line!