**Parents/Guardians are invited to call to the school on Tuesday 24th March between 1pm and 4pm to collect workpacks. Books, worksheets and copies will be given to you for the girls. Please come to the yard but keep a safe distance from others. Cones will be laid out to assist you with this. For safety reasons only one person should come. You will not enter the school. The workpacks will be given to you in the yard. If you have any questions or concerns please call the office at 01-8342433 between 8am and 1pm on Tuesday. If you would like to have the workpack but cannot get to the school please call us at 01-8342433. We hope that all our children and their families are keeping well and staying safe at this uncertain time. Ms Fitzgerald**
***Dear Parents/Guardians,
On Thursday 12th March the government announced that schools were to close. This is to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus/Covid-19.
The staff of St. Joseph's understand that this is an unsettling time for everyone but it is important to follow the guidelines issued by the HSE and Government***
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 )
***Dear Parents/Guardians,
On Thursday 12th March the government announced that schools were to close. This is to help prevent the spread of Coronavirus/Covid-19.
The staff of St. Joseph's understand that this is an unsettling time for everyone but it is important to follow the guidelines issued by the HSE and Government***
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.
