St Mary’s Convent Primary SchoolBunscoil Clochar Mhuire

Trim, Co. Meath.Fón: (046) 9431919 Faics: (046) 9437942

Ríomhphost: marystrim@eircom.net Website: www.stmarystrim.ieUimhir Rolla: 16646O

Imlitir 27

14th March, 2016

Every Day Counts at St Mary’s Convent Primary School7th – 11th March 2016

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Attendance Room

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Attendance Room Attendance

01 95.6 % 08 90% 16 97% 26 94.8%02 90% 09 96.3% 17 96% 27 91.4%03 92% 10 88.6% 18 97.9% 30 93.8%04 96.9% 12 93.1% 19 90% 31 93.8%05 96.4% 13 96.2% 20 97.5%    06 92.9% 14 90% 23 97%    07 95.6% 15 91.2% 24 93.3%    

A Chairde,

Seachtain na Gaeilge continues until Wednesday. We have our Gaelbhratach visit today when we hope to get our second flag. Go n-éirí linn. Proclamation Day is tomorrow and we will be having a ceremony around the raising of our national flag at 9.30. It will be raised by pupils from Rang 4 and we will all sing the National Anthem. There will be a display of project work on the corridors leading to the hall from 12.30 to 3.00 and a Flag Lowering Ceremony at 2.50. The highlight of the day, if not the year, will be our Drama: Is Cuimhin Linn 1916-We Remember 1916. This starts at 1.00 and continues for around 45 minutes. It was written by Mr Galligan and around 20 teachers are helping out. It is a huge production appropriate to the occasion and will be spectacular-not to be missed. And the good news is that there is no charge! All members of the Trim community are welcome, whether they have a connection with the school or not.

Health and Safety: Please note that it is school policy to inform parents/guardians if we are aware that your child gets a bump on the head. You will be asked to come in and examine the bump and to then decide to bring your child home or leave him/her in school. Please understand that we have to err on the side of caution.

Sincere thanks to all those who supported the Siopa Glas so generously. Sr. Claudia will be thrilled with the proceeds. A special word of thanks goes to Tania who donated one of her own beautifully hand-crafted clocks https://www.facebook.com/Tick-Tock-Clocks-1888190181406639/timeline and to Melissa for the much-sought after cuddly teddy. Congratulations to the winners of our raffle.Teddy – George Watson R5, Loom Bands – Nicole Popovici R14, Rabbit – Alanna Leonard R13, Duck – Niamh McMorrow R31, Clock – Sarah Forde R20.

Ms Nally

Awarded Green FlagJune ‘05/’07/11/13

A heartfelt thanks to all those who supported our knitted Daffodil Campaign. The support was overwhelming. We all know how important it is to support the Irish Cancer Society and their initiatives.

Ms Nally

Be Active After School Programme. Well done to all the girls from 2nd Class who took part in the Be Active After School Programme and a huge thank you to all the parent & teacher volunteers. Remember to keep active during the Easter Holidays.

Ms. Maguire & Ms. Murray

We have a large amount of clothes in Lost & Found at the moment. Please check for any missing items by Wednesday 16th March. All unclaimed items will be donated to charity.

Finally, school closes for the Easter Holiday on Wednesday next at 12.30. Please make the necessary arrangements.

Mise le meas,

Cóilín Ó Coigligh, Príomh Oide.

Nath na Seachtaine: Is cuimhin liom.... (I remember)Is cuimhin linn.... (We remember)

Seanfhocal na Míosa: Ní neart go cur le chéile!

Green News

Thursday is St. Patrick’s Day and our school will be taking part in The Parade in Trim. We have an international theme this year , Global Citizenship. The children will dress in their national colours, and sing their song “We’ve got the whole world.... Everyone is welcome.Have a happy, green Easter.

Remember Green is cool, at home, at school and around the globe!

Dates to Remember

Assembly: Is Cuimhin Linn 1916-We Remember 1916Tuesday @ 1.00pm in the Dr Eileen Reilly Hall. All Welcome.

Meitheal: Every Tuesday morning 9.30-10.30.Banna Ceoil: No Banna Ceoil this TuesdayFirst Communion: Saturday 28th May @ 11.00 a.m.Easter Holidays: Close @ 12.30 Wed 16th and re-open @ 9.20 Monday 4th April

Community News Green News

Community Notices

Meath Jersey Signing. The management and staff of AIB Trim would like to invite the children of St Mary’s National School to our branch on Wed 16/3/2016 between 10am and 3.30 to meet with the Meath goal keeper Paddy O’Rourke and to get their Meath Jersey signed.

Easter Activity Camp in St Mary’s School. Dates: 21st Mar – 24th Mar (Mon-Thur) 10am – 2.30pm. Cost: €50 per child. Creative Easter themed arts & crafts activities. Wide variety of games & Sports. Baking tasty treats to eat and take home. Easter egg hunt.Contact Ms Leavy (Rm 19) or the office 046-9431919/086-3536837

Easter Eggstravaganza is back @ Trim GAA Clubhouse. Art, Craft and a variety of sports. Tuesday 29th March – Friday 1st April from 9.30 – 2.00 every day. Run by Ms. Maguire and Ms. Dalton. Contact 086-1905362 or 085-7497004 for more details.

ZUMBA  :-   No experience, partner or booking required -  2 classes to choose from:-MONDAY   8pm   Trim GAA, THURSDAY  8pm  Dance Force Academy €8 per class     Contact : Lorraine  086 8693546

KIDS DANCE CLASS :-        Ages 5-8          TUESDAY    3.15pm    TRIM GAA €6 per class  (Sibling rate €5) Zumba,  Hip-Hop,  Rock 'n Roll,  Jive...    Contact :  Lorraine  086 8693546 / Jo  086 3381159

Starcamp Summer Camp. For boys and girls aged 4-13 on the 4th – 8th July in Trim GAA. 9.30am – 2.30pm 5 days. Free t-shirt, certificate and surprise. €90 per child, €160 for 2 siblings, €220 for 3 siblings. Book now online at www.starcamp.ie or pick up leaflet in school office.

Athboy R.F.C Easter Leinster Rugby Camp. Boys & Girls aged 6-18 from all areas. 21st – 23rd March. 9.30am – 12.30pm. Leinster Accredited Coaches. €35 per child. Contact 087-4610516.

PUPPET MAKING WORKSHOP - Fancy doing something creative over the Easter break. Why not come along to a puppet making workshop on Monday 21st March. Learn how to make your own puppets and build your own puppet stage too.Session A: 11.00am - 1.30pm (Ages 6 - 8) Session B: 2.00pm - 4.30pm  (Ages 9 - 12)All materials and a puppet show is included in the workshop price of €20To book a place contact Carmel - limelighttheatrics@gmail.com / 0863923334l

JIGGLE 'N' JUMP - Classes running in the Oaktree Business Park and moving to the GAA after Easter Running Tuesday's 9.50am and Saturdays 10am  €7 to pay as you go or €25 for 4 Classes. Also fun Characters available for Parties & Events to Face Paint, play Party Games, Singing, Dancing, Prizes and lots of fun! Call Julie : 086 8505310

Carney School of Irish Dancing Classes in St. Patricks Hall every Tuesday. 2pm – 3pm & 3pm – 4pm. Every Friday @ 5.30pm. Infants and Senior infants can be collected from class rooms @ 2pm and left back to the buses @ 3pm. €5 per pupil per class. Contact Ann Carney 087-6336495

Ladies Golf Taster Session. Knightsbrook Golf Club on Monday 21st March, @ 7.00pm. Come along to our information night and see if golf is for you. Sign up for exciting new beginners lessons starting on Wednesday 6th April for 8 weeks with PGA professional Jussin Pikanen. All equipment provided. Contact Lady Captain Elva on 086-3431368.