Dear Parents/Guardians,
Another very busy week up here again!
New stand-in Secretary
Well done to Mary Codd who is stepping into Helena's shoes for a few weeks! There is always a lot to learn! She's had a great first few days - well done Mary!
Ceadogán Rugs - a special gift!
Our thanks again to Martina and Colm for donating two fabulous Ceadogán Rugs to our school! You can read all about it here: http://ballymittyns.ie/News/Bespoke-Ceadogan-Rugs-arrive-in-school!/414715/Index.html - we are very lucky to have such a beautiful piece of art on our walls and already the pupils appreciate it!
School Sports Enniscorthy
Well done to all our fine athletes for partaking in School Sports last Tuesday in Enniscorthy. It was great to see this event happening again! Well done to our bronze medal winner Nathanael who came 3rd in the 600m race.
Inclusion and Diversity Week in school - May 22nd - 26th
Next week is Inclusion and Diversity week - we will have lots of activities, lessons and resources for our classes and we will finish on Friday with Diversitshirt Day!
What is Diversitshirt Day?
For homework next week pupils can decorate a plain t shirt and write words and draw pictures on the t shirt to shows their individuality. These will be worn to school for Friday next when we Celebrate Difference, Celebrate Us - which is our school motto on Inclusion and Diversity Week! It is always so important for us to remind each other of why we are all different, special and unique.
Homework Survey
On Monday next, I will send out an online survey to parents to get their opinions about homework as we are in the process of reviewing our Homework Policy.
Dates for your calendar
Inclusion and Diversity Week - May 22nd - 26th
6th Class Tag Rugby Blitz - May 30th 2023
Next Parents and Friends Group Meeting - Weds. May 31st
Please note: Half day school closure at 12 midday on Friday June 2nd - school closing early to facilitate staff training on new Primary Curriculum.
School closed for the week of June 5th - 9th as per school calendar.
Some parents asking about our back to school date for next year - all pupils will return to school on Weds. Aug. 3oth.
Cúl Camps - GAA camps July 10th - 14th
Each summer, most clubs hold GAA football and hurling/camogie camps. Bannow/Ballymitty will host the Cúl Camp in Grantstown from July 10th - 14th. This is a super fun week with lots of skills and games! The cost is €75 per child. You can access the information here: https://www.kelloggsculcamps.gaa.ie/booking/?county=Wexford&venue=3477&week=3
Lotto Winner
Well done to Richie Fitzgerald on his €20 lotto win on our school lotto. If you haven't joined you can do so by reading this information:
Have a fantastic weekend everyone,
Audrey