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IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO INCLUDE SOMETHING FOR OUR NEWS PAGE PLEASE TEXT IT ON WHATSAPP TO 083-8822037.
IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO INCLUDE SOMETHING FOR OUR NEWS PAGE PLEASE TEXT IT ON WHATSAPP TO 083-8822037.
HERE'S A SPECIAL MESSAGE FOR ALL THE GIRLS!
UPDATE 25th May 2020:
- PLEASE SEE BELOW FOR SUGGESTED WORK FOR THIS WEEK. PLEASE ALSO CLICK ON THE 'NEWS' TAB TO THE LEFT OF THIS PAGE FOR ALL THE LATEST NEWS FROM EACH CLASS!
- NEXT WEEK (1ST-5TH JUNE) WE ARE ALL GOING TO TAKE A BREAK FROM SCHOOLWORK. WE WERE DUE TO HAVE THAT WEEK OFF SO LET'S TAKE IT AND GET READY FOR THE LAST THREE WEEKS OF THE SCHOOL YEAR IN JUNE.
- REMINDER THAT THE CLOSING DATE FOR OUR CRAZY HAT COMPETITION IS WEDNESDAY 27TH MAY. SEND YOUR PICTURE ON WHATSAPP TO 083-8822037
PLEASE SCROLL DOWN TO SEE SUGGESTED WORK FOR 25TH-29TH MAY
'Crazy Hat Competition'
Are you looking for something creative to do?
Why not enter our Crazy Hat competition!
Here’s what you need to do:
- Make a hat using materials you have at home. You can use anything eg. Egg cartons, cardboard boxes, sweet wrappers. The crazier the better!
- Take a picture of your hat on its own OR of you wearing your hat
- Send your picture on WhatsApp to 083-8822037
- The closing date is Wednesday 27th May at 5pm
- The competition is only open to girls in St. Joseph’s GNS , Finglas West
- There will be a prize for the ‘Craziest Hat’ from each class. There will also be a few bonus prizes!
Dear Parents/Guardians,
We hope you are keeping well and staying safe during this uncertain time.
As you know it has now been confirmed that our school will remain closed until September or October. We appreciate that this is a great disappointment for everyone. The usual end of year activities that we all look forward to will not happen now- School tours, Sports day, Communion and Confirmation. We also know how difficult it must be for the children not to have the routine of school and that they are missing their friends and their teachers. We acknowledge too that this situation is not ideal for the girls learning. The good news is though that the day will come when we will all return to school and to the yard and the hall and the classrooms. And we will all work harder than ever to get back on track with our reading, writing , maths etc. The girls will make their Communion and Confirmation and there will be a 6th class graduation! We don't know yet when this will be but let's all look forward to it anyway!!
For now however it is still so important to follow government guidelines and stay safe. Look after your own well-being and that of your children.
Please be assured that the teachers in St. Joseph's are going to continue to link in with the children in their class over the coming weeks.
Last Friday 22nd May we gave out some more workpacks. If you were not able to come to the school but you would still like to collect the workpack please send a message to 083-8822037
For now the teachers will continue to provide you (on this website) with some ideas of what schoolwork the girls can do at home. Please be assured that this is just a menu of work for you to choose from - it is not a list from which you must start at the beginning and work your way through! We understand and emphasise that the wellbeing of the children and their parents is our priority.
We also appreciate that it can be difficult to get schoolwork done with your child each day for a number of reasons- No access to Wifi or suitable device, taking care of young children, working from home, illness of family member, sudden unemployment of a family member etc.
You might like to follow our school Facebook page too as there are are lots of ideas shared there regularly.
If the girls could do a small amount of schoolwork each day particularly reading it would be helpful . Setting up a daily timetable is also very useful to give everyone some structure for the day- there is an example of a timetable below.
Please check in to our website weekly where we will have updated workpacks. If the school can help you in any way please don't hesitate to contact us. Feel free to call or WhatsApp Deirdre (HSCL) 086-8908911 or Ms. Fitzgerald 083-8822037 and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
The teachers have all included an email address where you can contact them if you have any questions about the work. The children are also welcome to send on pictures of the work they've done or any messages or news they have for their teacher!
Hopefully we will see you all back in school very soon,
Take Care,
Ms. Fitzgerald
SUGGESTED WORK FOR WEEK OF MAY 25TH:
| junior_infants_25th-29th_may.pdf |
| senior_infants_25th-29th_may.pdf |
| 1st_class_25th-29th_may.pdf |
| 2nd_class_25th-29th_may.pdf |
| 3rd_class_may_25th_to_may_29th.pdf |
| 4th_class_25th_-_29th_may.pdf |
| 5th_class_25th_-_29th_may.pdf |
| 6th_class_25th-29th_of_may.pdf |
SUGGESTED WORK FOR WEEK OF MAY 18TH:
| junior_infants_18th_-_22nd_may.pdf |
| senior_infants_18th_-_22nd_may.pdf |
| 1st_class_18th_-_22nd_may.pdf |
| 2nd_class_may_18th-22nd.pdf |
| 3rd_class_18th_-_22nd_may.pdf |
| 4th_class_18th_-_22nd_may.pdf |
| 5th_class_18th_-_22nd_may.pdf |
| 6th_class_18th-22nd_of_may.pdf |
SUGGESTED WORK FOR WEEK OF MAY 11TH:
| junior_infants_11th_to_15th_may.pdf |
| senior_infants_may_11th-15th.pdf |
| 1st_class_may_11th-15th.pdf |
| 2nd_class_may_11th_to_15th.pdf |
| 3rd_class__may_11th_to_may_15th.pdf |
| 4th_class_11th-15th_may.pdf |
| 5th_class_11th_-_15th_may.pdf |
| 6th_class_11th-15th_of_may.pdf |
SUGGESTED WORK FOR WEEK OF MAY 5TH:
(please note that if you are opening these links on an Iphone you may have to hold down the link and then click 'Open'. Otherwise your phone may only open one page of the document)
(please note that if you are opening these links on an Iphone you may have to hold down the link and then click 'Open'. Otherwise your phone may only open one page of the document)
| junior_infants_5th_-_8th_may.pdf |
| senior_infants_5th_-_8th_may.pdf |
| 1st_class_5th_-8th_may.pdf |
| 2nd_class_5th_-_8th_may.pdf |
| 3rd_class_5th-8th_may.pdf |
| 4th_class_5th-8th_may.pdf |
| 5th_class_5th_-_8th_may.pdf |
| 6th_class_5th_-_8th_may.pdf |
SUGGESTED WORK FOR WEEK OF APRIL 27TH:
(please note that if you are opening these links on an Iphone you may have to hold down the link and then click 'Open'. Otherwise your phone may only open one page of the document)
(please note that if you are opening these links on an Iphone you may have to hold down the link and then click 'Open'. Otherwise your phone may only open one page of the document)
| junior_infants_work_suggestions_27th_april_-_1st_may.pdf |
| senior_infants_work_suggestions_27th_april-1st_may.pdf |
| senior_infants_sight_words.pdf |
| 1st_class_work_suggestions_27th_april-1st_may.pdf |
| 1st_class_timetable.pdf |
| 2nd_class_suggested_work_april_27th-may_1st.pdf |
| 3rd_class_work_suggestions_27th_april_-_1st_may.pdf |
| 4th_class_work_suggestions_27th_april-1st_may.pdf |
| 5th_class_work_suggestions_27th_april_-_1st_may.pdf |
| 5th_class_active_home_week_challenge_chart.pdf |
| 6th_class_work_suggestions_27th_april_-_1st_may.pdf |
Suggested Work for Week of April 20th: (Please note that if you are opening these links on an iphone you have to hold down the link and then click open.Otherwise your phone will only open one page of the document)
junior_infants_21st-24th_april.pdf
senior_infants_21st-24th_april.pdf
senior_infants_sight_words.pdf
first_class_21st-24th_april.pdf
first_class_timetable_21st-24th_april.pdf
second_class_april_21st-24th.pdf
third_class_21st-24th_april.pdf
fourth_class_21st-24th_april.pdf
fifth_class_21st-24th_april.pdf
5th_class_my_2020_covid-19_time_capsule.pdf
sixth_class_work_21st-24th_april.pdf
March 2020
The teachers have put together some workpacks for each class. It would be great if the girls could spend some time each day doing some learning activities. If this is done at the same time each day it helps create a structure and routine to the day which children need.
Please click on the links below to access the material.
(If the school can help you in any way please email principal@stjosephsfinglas.net )
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Here are some tips for talking to children about Coronavirus (Visit www.hse.ie for up to date info)
HERE ARE SOME SITES FOR YOU TO VISIT:
www.twinkl.ie (Parents can gain free access using code IRLTWINKLHELPS)
www.topmarks.co.uk
https://www.woodlands.kent.sch.uk/
www.starfall.com
https://padlet.com/green_margaretm/544cgn0fzrg4 multi learning
www.storyonline.net (this is a lovely site where well-known actors read books aloud to children)
www.worldstories.co.uk (a number of stories from around the world told in different languages –good for international students)
www.storyberries.com (good site for 5 minute quick reads, bedtime stories, audiobooks and podcasts)
https://www.oxfordowl.co..uk/for-home/find-a-book/libary-page (helps parents to continue to support their child reading at various levels. Choose the book band your child is currently reading at school ,(if you are not sure we can find out for you ) you will be provided with a selection of Oxford reading books at that level, although libraries are currently closed ,local library members have free access to borrow box through www.borrowbox.com
www.vooks.com This is a lovely site that allows you to read animated books.The selection of books are really lovely and varied but please be warned after the first month there is fee and they do require credit card details to access free trail
www.getepic.com nice site but as with vooks require payment details to setup free trial
www.twinkl.ie varied academic and SPHE resources, primary & secondary
www.bookcreator.com normally subscription based but now free
https://:family.gonoodle.com videos including dance exercise and reflection activities primary
https://www.nessy.com/uk/ programme is designed to help students of all abilities to learn to read, write and spell
https://hoursofcode.com/ie/learn this site gives access to a wide range of coding activities for all levels. Many are free some do require subscriptions
https://www.progidygame.com Progidy Math’s, suitable for 1st class upwards
http://www.topmarks.co.uk huge selection of learning games covering all curricular areas
https://rtejr.rte.ie/10at10/ 10@10: daily 10 minute exercise videos
https://www.natgeokids.com interesting information about our world
https://www.scoilnet.ie Curriculum links and activities from an Irish context
https://mathsisfun.com Maths games and activities
https://www.cula4.com/ga/ programmes and cartoons in Irish
www.seomraranga.com primary school resource packs, daily stay at home quizzes and competitions
Here are some tips for talking to children about Coronavirus (Visit www.hse.ie for up to date info)
- Children need factual but age- appropriate information about the virus and clear instructions about how to avoid spreading it
- Very young children need brief, simple information. Older children may need help to separate reality from rumour
- Re-assure your child that the Government are working hard to ensure everyone stays healthy
- Children can feel less anxious and more in control when they know what they need to do to prevent the spread of the virus
- Give your child extra attention and time to talk about her concerns or fears or questions
- Limit the amount of time your child has on social media. Too much time reading information online can cause anxiety and not all of the information is true.
- Avoid constantly monitoring the news or discussing the updates.
- Encourage children to continue with their schoolwork but don't push them if they seem upset or overwhelmed.
- Try to keep a normal routine each day. Get out for some fresh air but remember the guidelines about social distancing.
HERE ARE SOME SITES FOR YOU TO VISIT:
www.twinkl.ie (Parents can gain free access using code IRLTWINKLHELPS)
www.topmarks.co.uk
https://www.woodlands.kent.sch.uk/
www.starfall.com
https://padlet.com/green_margaretm/544cgn0fzrg4 multi learning
www.storyonline.net (this is a lovely site where well-known actors read books aloud to children)
www.worldstories.co.uk (a number of stories from around the world told in different languages –good for international students)
www.storyberries.com (good site for 5 minute quick reads, bedtime stories, audiobooks and podcasts)
https://www.oxfordowl.co..uk/for-home/find-a-book/libary-page (helps parents to continue to support their child reading at various levels. Choose the book band your child is currently reading at school ,(if you are not sure we can find out for you ) you will be provided with a selection of Oxford reading books at that level, although libraries are currently closed ,local library members have free access to borrow box through www.borrowbox.com
www.vooks.com This is a lovely site that allows you to read animated books.The selection of books are really lovely and varied but please be warned after the first month there is fee and they do require credit card details to access free trail
www.getepic.com nice site but as with vooks require payment details to setup free trial
www.twinkl.ie varied academic and SPHE resources, primary & secondary
www.bookcreator.com normally subscription based but now free
https://:family.gonoodle.com videos including dance exercise and reflection activities primary
https://www.nessy.com/uk/ programme is designed to help students of all abilities to learn to read, write and spell
https://hoursofcode.com/ie/learn this site gives access to a wide range of coding activities for all levels. Many are free some do require subscriptions
https://www.progidygame.com Progidy Math’s, suitable for 1st class upwards
http://www.topmarks.co.uk huge selection of learning games covering all curricular areas
https://rtejr.rte.ie/10at10/ 10@10: daily 10 minute exercise videos
https://www.natgeokids.com interesting information about our world
https://www.scoilnet.ie Curriculum links and activities from an Irish context
https://mathsisfun.com Maths games and activities
https://www.cula4.com/ga/ programmes and cartoons in Irish
www.seomraranga.com primary school resource packs, daily stay at home quizzes and competitions
NEWS:
February:
- The Parent Association Sponsored Jog will take place on Wednesday 26th Feb.
- All children will go home at 1.40 on Tuesday 4th February because of staff meeting
- The school will be closed for midterm on Thursday 20th and Friday 21st February.
- 3rd and 5th class go swimming every Thursday. The girls can be collected from Finglas Leisure centre at 2.15 on Thursdays.
December:
- Our Christmas Concert is on Thursday 12th December at 10am.
- Our Self Portrait Christmas Tea-Towels are now on sale for €5
- The Parent Association will hold a cinema evening for the children on Friday 6th December from 6pm-8pm. Tickets are €3.50 and include hot chocolate and treats.
- School closes for Christmas holidays on Friday 20th December at 12 o'clock.
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Eight of our 4th class girls took part in Feis Maitiu in May! It is a competition that encourages performance art. Lots of drama/theatre schools took part. We finished in second place!!
Fun Halloween Art in 3rd Class! |
Our Spooky Halloween Cake Sale!
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Congratulations to our soccer team from 3rd & 4th Class who are the new Finglas Futsal 5s champions and the winners of the Ballymun football 5s. They scored over 40 goals in 11 matches, playing some spectacular football on the way. Well done girls. You made us proud.
Clothes Bank & Copper Collection 2017/2018
The Clothes Bank is back open this year, and was a great source of funds for the school last year. We would, again, remind all children, parents, guardians and extended family members and friends that any clothes that they are getting rid of can be sent into the school, and placed in the clothes bank just outside the hall.
The Parents' Association are also continuing the Copper Collection this year, and all children are encouraged to put any old copper coins in the tubs in their classroom. A prize will be given to the class that raises the most money.
The Parents' Association are also continuing the Copper Collection this year, and all children are encouraged to put any old copper coins in the tubs in their classroom. A prize will be given to the class that raises the most money.
