Our Start of Year School Mass is always a great occasion and creates a wonderful atmosphere in the school. This year our theme was “Flowers”. There was wonderful art work done in all the classrooms and the gym was adorned with a vast array of floral designs. The ceremony was presided over by Fr. Cahir and parents, teachers and pupils all contributed to the mass by singing hymns, playing instruments, doing the readings and saying the prayers. This year’s ceremony was made even more special as it marked the retirement of Mrs. Rosemarie McManus who had given more than thirty years service to the school. Mrs. McManus was presented with a beautiful Painting sketched by Daryll Lally on behalf of all the pupils. A presentation was also made by our Parents’ Association in honour of the tremendous service Rosemarie had given to the school.
Category: ‘Parents’ Association’
Sept 2011 Start of Year School Mass
Sept 2011 Fruit Scheme
Thanks again to all our parents who continually give of their time and effort in preparing and distributing the fruit to all the classrooms. This activity ensures a healthy snack for the pupils every day and the boys look forward to getting their Fruit Break.
June 2011 Sports Day
Our Sports Day was a resounding success again this year. It was divided into a junior section and a senior section. The mixed ability teams involved pupils from different classes and the various activities were organised on a circuit basis. There were some new activities this year involning bales of hay and cycling with water. Special awards were given for most helpful pupil, most encouraging pupil etc. After the circuit activities the various classes held their own novelty races. The Br. Finian Cup was won this year by Niall Hehir. A special word of thanks to Mrs. Lonergan for all the organising and to Michael Hansbury for all his work in setting up the various stations.
June 2011 First Ever Parents’ Association Golf Classic
Our Parent’s Association First Ever Golf Classic was an outstanding success raising a staggering €4,530 for St Brendan’s P.S.. The sun beamed down on Friday 3rd of June as 23 teams played in the Classic Competition. Congratulations to the overall winners The Nolans ( Ollie, Milie, Daryl and Brian) and well done also to all the other teams who supported the school in this sporting event. Thanks to all the sponsors and especially our Parent’s Association who did all the organising of the event. Special thanks to Kevin McNamara for all his work in the lead up to the event and particularly for his work on the day itself. Thanks to Birr Golf Club for the use of their magnificient facilities.
June 2011 Parents’ Association Cake Sale
Our Parents’ Association ran their Cake Sale in conjunction with our Spors Day. The sale was a great success with the event being well supported by both people bringing and people buying lots of cakes, buns, tarts and there was lots to choose from with the vast array of food on display. Stocks sold out very quickly and there was also a raffle on the day. The sale raised a staggering €1,308.37 and well done to all the people involved in organising the event and to all the parents/guardians who supported the event.
May ’11 First Ever Music Day in St. Brendan’s
On Friday the 27th of May we held our first ever music Day. The day was an acknowledgement of the tremendous work being done by our Parents’ Association in supporting music in the school. It was also an opportunity for our pupils to demonstrate their musical skills, singing talents and performing expertise. The large turnout of parents were treated to singing, tinwhistle playing and a vast variety of tunes. Guest artists included Bernadette Spain, members of the teaching staff and we were delighted to see Mr. O Connor back with past pupils all performing on the day. Great credit is due to Miss. Majella Killeen for raising the standards of music in the school and we hope that initiatives like this will inspire and encourage our pupils to develop a love of music and inspire them to develop their musical talents.
March ’11 Fruit Scheme
Our Fruit Scheme continues to be a great success. It ensures that all pupils in the school have access to a fruit on a daily basis. Thanks to Margaret and Emily who organise the scheme and to all the wonderful parents who give of their time and effort in running the scheme.
March ’11 Maths for Fun
The Maths for Fun Project was in operation in first class this term. The pupils enjoyed developing their Mathematical sklls in a fun manner.Thanks to all the parents who participated in the project and to Margaret and Emily for organising the event. We also had a maths practical circuit in operation in the gym and the boys gained many practical skills as they explored the areas of number, shape, measure and data.
Feb ’11 Parents’ Association Golf Classic
Our Parents’ Association are planning to run a Fundraiser Golf Classic during the Summer months(May). They are hoping for a great turnout for this fun and enjoyable event. So, if you play, dusy off the the clubs or if you wish to support/ sponsor the event in any way watch out for more information later in the year.
Feb ’11 Parents’ Association Table Quiz
Our Parents’ Association ran a very successful Table Quiz to raise funds to finance future projects. Many thanks to everyone involved in organising the event and to all who supported on the night. All your efforts are very much appreciated by St. Brendan’s.
