This week in First Class has been fun-filled! We've really been enjoying the beautiful weather; we had a picnic in the Cearnóg and while we ate we listened to the beginning of the story "James and the Giant Peach" by Roald Dahl. We're really looking forward to finding out what happens next in the story. We also planted our French Climbing Beans and they have begun to sprout already! We can't wait to see how they've grown when we return from our holidays. This week we also said "slán" … [Read more...]
Siobhán’s Room
March 30, 2012 By
Check out the wonderful projects by Mia, Sean, Jade, Umar, Oscar and Síofra from 1st class. They did their research using books from the library and various websites to find information for their projects. Have a look at the projects yourself - they're on display outside Siobhán's room now. … [Read more...]
Teddy Bear’s Picnic!
March 30, 2012 By
On Thursday the weather was so nice that Junior Infants went to the wooded area behind our school to have a Teddy Bear's Picnic. Each person brought in their favourite Teddy Bear. We were also very grateful to the helpful Junior Infants who brought in blankets that we could use for our picnic. Check out the photos below! Have a fantastic Easter break! … [Read more...]
Cross Country
March 30, 2012 By
Well done to all the children who represented NETNS at the Cumann na mBunscoil Cross country competition on Thursday the 29th of March. We had a great time over at the Hawkfield grounds and I'm very proud to inform you that each one of our 22 athletes completed the course. Áine, who was running on the girls team, ran a fantastic race and came away with a medal. Congratulations to all the children who took part and thank you to all the parents who helped out with lifts on the day. … [Read more...]
CD cover competition
March 30, 2012 By
Cd Cover Competition On Wednesday 21st two producers came into 5th class and told them they would like to make a cd with them. They told us that they wanted 5th class to hold a competition, for the cover and the inside of the cd. There will be a competition for the inside of the cd cover for junior, senior, 1st and 2nd. There will also be a competition for the outside cover of the cd for 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th class. There cannot be any writing or text on the picture and you must include … [Read more...]
NETNS website header competition (April2012)
March 30, 2012 By
Its time again to design a new header for the NETNS website! The theme for the competition this time is ‘In the garden’. You can use any materials to make your picture, but your image must fill the box below. You can choose to include the words ‘Newbridge Educate Together National School’ or we add them here at school. When you’ve completed your design bring it into school and give it to David. The deadline for entries is Wednesday 18th April. Download the … [Read more...]
Green School News
March 29, 2012 By
Over the past few weeks the Green School Committee have completed an energy review of the school to figure out how much energy we use and where we use it. Check out our new ‘Green School Notice-board’ above. The display looks great thanks to the art-work completed by our committee members from Junior and Senior Infants with the help of Niamh and Holly from 5th class. It also shows the work we have completed for our energy review. - After carrying out an … [Read more...]
The Sun has got his hat on!!!
March 27, 2012 By
It was lovely to see all the children playing outside today. They really enjoyed it. The Junior Infants were playing with hula-hoops on the Cearnóg Spórt as a special treat today. It’s wonderful to see everyone occupied and busy with fun activities, getting exercise and fresh air! Just a quick reminder to please remember to protect your child from the effects of the sun: - Encourage him/her to wear a sunhat, especially if they have very short hair or burn easily. - Put on the … [Read more...]
N.E.T.N.S. Music Makers
March 27, 2012 By
On Wednesday the 21st of March two producers came into our class and told us we were going to produce a CD. We would be in charge of everything except they had already chosen and written the songs. We were all given jobs; most of us will monitor the rehearsals and teach the songs to the children of the school. We have been split up into twos and threes to go over the songs with each of the classes. The three main jobs were given to Niamh.W (Director of finance), Deniz (Sales and marketing … [Read more...]
Parent Training Events in Autism
March 26, 2012 By
Attached is information about upcoming training courses which are being held in Kildare Education Centre and other venues around the country. Just click the following link for further information: Parent Training Events in Autism … [Read more...]
