Category: ‘Parents’ Association’

May 2016-PA sponsored cycle in lOUGH BOORA

June 13, 2016

PA Sponsored walk/ Cycle– This was a great activity for the boys and great fundraiser for the school. We last did this 2 years ago so now all boys in 5th/6th have had the opportunity of taking part in a biking activity with school. We took a crowd of 50 eager boys and they split into bikers and walkers and took off for 2 hours of exploring and activity in the park. The bikers each covered an impressive 12 km. Thanks to Keith Harte for transport of bikes, bike hire at Lough Boora for very reasonable rate and for Andrew Walsh support with provision of bus. Our classes JI-4th went to Birr Castle for their sponsored walk and each walked good distances with their teachers. Thanks to the staff for ensuring all went well and to Birr Castle for allowing us great access. Special thanks to PA for organising the events

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Dec 15: Visit of Santa

December 21, 2015

Our fantastic PA managed to get in touch with Santa and he called to see the boys one day. Great excitement for all !
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PA / BOM memorial to Johnny Cleary RIP

October 25, 2015

News
St Brendan’s Boys NS Pay Moving Tribute To Late Johnny ClearyThursday, 22 October 2015

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THE ‘unwavering dedication’ and commitment to hurling coaching at St Brendan’s Boys Primary School, Birr by the late Johnny Cleary was marked in a moving tribute at the school last week.
In a fitting tribute to the much loved local man, an oak tree was planted in the school’s grounds along with the erection of a beautifully inscribed plaque, which reads: ‘This oak was planted by the Board of Management and Parents Association on Thursday, October 15th, 2015 in recognition of Johnny Cleary (RIP) for his unwavering dedication to hurling coaching in St Brendan’s Boys School.’
Members of the extended Cleary family attended the very emotive and moving event and were joined by staff, students, members of the Parents Association, the Board of Management and the local community.
Addressing the crowd, Damien Dillon, of the Parents Association, explained that in July last, ‘we lost a fantastic GAA man here in Birr’ with Johnny’s passing. ‘He was also a fantastic man within the school and in tribute, we planted this lovely tree in his memory.’
Niall Crofton, School Principal, noted that the oak tree would be in the school forever and was also overlooking the school’s newly unveiled hurling wall, which was a fitting tribute to Johnny.

TREE LAUNCH JOHNNY CLEARY

RTE SHOW-Una’s Dream Ticket

October 15, 2014

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Thanks to the hard work of Damien Dillon (PA) we have been invited to take a group of boys (3rd-6th) to Dublin on Tuesday 7th October to be the audience to UNA’S DREAM TICKET. This is free and will be a once in a lifetime chance. In order to choose the lucky boys we ask all boys (3rd-6th) who are interested to write a letter (or draw a picture) of why the school should choose them—Why they want to go? Judging for places will take place on TUESDAY 30TH SEPT as we must have the list of names for the producer.. Good luck to all interested !

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Parenting Course Sept 2013

October 8, 2013

We were delighted to be able to offer a Parenting Course in our school this year. It provides parents with useful information and tips on how to manage the variet of situations that crop up in the course of dealing with children. Many parents reported that they found the course useful and the information provided was a real help in a practical way.

Fruit Scheme Sept 2013

October 8, 2013

Our Fruit Scheme is up and running again this year. The boys really enjoy getting their daily fruit ration. Thanks to Margaret and her wonderful parents who on a daily basis give of their time and energy to prepare and deliver the fruit to the classrooms.

April 2013:Sponsored cycle/walk

May 2, 2013

This year our hardworking Parents Association ran their annual fundraiser as a 2

part activity for the boys to get involved in. Each boy in the school received a

sponsorship card which was completed amd sent back to school. The boys from

Junior Infants to 4th class went to the lovely grounds of Birr Castle and enjoyed

a lovely walk. Thanks to the parents who helped out and to the teachers for guiding

them around on a lovely Tuesday morning.

We took a step into the unknown with a trip to Lough Boora parklands for a sponsored

cycle by the boys in 5th and 6th classes. It was a great sight to see 50+bikes coming to

school on a bright wednesday morning with many of the boys cycling to school. The

ever-helpful Keith Harte of Harte Fuels loaded the bikes up onto the trailer and the

boys hopped aboard the bus and away to Lough Boora. 46 boys and some staff

members led by Mick “Ironman” Hansbury completed the 12 k cycle in an hour while

15 boys were brought on a lovely architectural walk by staff and parents. All met back

at the car park for a drink and refreshment before returning to school refreshed.

Many thanks to Keith Harte for bike transport, Andrew Walsh for sponsored bus and

Michael Loughnane for supporting with refreshments. Mile buiochas to our Parents

Association for their continued hard work in support of the school and to all who

sponsored the boys with funds going to our excellent music and swimming programme.

Boys continue to be encouraged to cycle and walk to and from school safely.

Xmas 12:Parents Association Fundraising Draw

December 19, 2012

The Parents Association  held a Christmas draw with lots of great prizes.

Funds were being raised to support the Gymnastics and Chess programmes which were run for the boys in Term 1. Tickets were sold to family and friends and there was a great response. We would like to thank Buckleys Super-Valu Birr, Harte Fuels and Costcutters Birr for their very generous sponsorship of prizes (Pictured). Santa was on hand during his annual visit to the school (organised by our Parents Association) to pick out the winning tickets as the school assembly. Thanks to Mick Hansbury and Birr Fire service for making sure Santa got to the school this year !

We wish everyone a very happy Christmas and we look forward to your help and support in 2013.

June 12- Raising 4th Green Flag

July 3, 2012

On Tuesday 26th June, St. Brendans PS proudly raised its 4th Green Flag on its

flagpoles outside the school. This flag was awarded for its Green Travel initiative.

The sun was shining (Buiochas le Dia) as the whole school community gathered outside

on the front grass area. Guests invited to the ceremony were Michael Loughnane (Chairman

of Birr Town Council-and Dad to Charlie in Junior Infants), Mieke our An Taisce officer,

Tony McLoughlin (Birr Tidy Towns) and VIP guest was Maria Donegan who cam back

to raise the flag. Our ceremony included a few words from our guests on the significance

of our achievement and then the 4 flags were raised, with 6th class boys reading the green

code for each theme. Finally it came to our latest flag. Leon Hogan read the code which he

designed and to a mighty cheer, Maria Donegan raised the flag.

Cue Party time…Our fantastic parents association had organised for the ice-creamvan

to come and give everyone a cone (with green syrup). Mr.Crofton had organised for

Piotr and Nicky (5th and 6th) to bring in their DJ gear and the boys played a set that

had the whole school on the dance (grass ! ) floor. La brea glas a bhi ann !

Healthy Lunchbox

December 1, 2007

On Thursday 28th of November some members of the Parents Council gave a presentation to all the children on a ‘Healthy Lunchbox’. The children listened to a talk about what they should include in their lunchbox i.e. carbohydrate, protein, calcium, fruit and vegetables and drinks. They also got to taste sandwiches that were made on both brown and white bread and had different sort of fillings like salmon and tomato ketchup or apple and cheese slaw. They were also invited to taste carrot sticks, celery, yellow & red peppers as well as some fruit. A leaflet was handed out to all children giving them lunchbox ideas and recipes. If you didn’t get a copy of the leaflet it can be downloaded here. Healthy Eating Leaflet