In the photos you will see the boys enjoying their ‘Aistear’ (learning through play) lessons. Aistear is the highlight of our day. . . I will admit it gets a bit crazy sometimes but the ‘real experience learning’ makes it all worthwhile. . . just look at those smiling faces!! In the photos you will see the boys exploring …
Sean in Mr. Curtin’s Class composed this catchy tune to remind people of the importance of getting vaccinated. We are all hoping in St Pius that it gets to number one!
Jack in Ms Pleamonn’s class designed a lovely button picture with his granny over the mid-term break. It is clear that Jack has a creative streak in him!! Well done Jack
The boys in Ms Gallagher’s junior infants have been very busy taking care of their crops. Now they’re ready for harvest and we’ll use them to make some lovely vegetable soup for the cold winter months ahead!
We were delighted to find out yesterday about the amazing musical achievements of past pupil Stan O’Beirne. Stan is fondly remembered by teachers here in St Pius BNS and we are sure this wont be the last we hear of his accomplishments in Music. Well done Stan. https://www.irishtimes.com/news/ireland/irish-news/gonzaga-college-student-wins-classical-music-award-1.4716230
Michael in First Class made an appearance in the Irish Times last week for his entry into their children’s climate writing competition. It asked children to write to the governments and leaders attending COP26. Michael was shortlisted in the primary school category. Watch Michael read his letter to his classmates. We hope his powerful words will inspire others the way …
In the absence of our traditional school assemblies, boys from Junior to 6th took part in virtual assemblies over the last week. Topics like internet safety, being safe at Halloween and school rules were all discussed but the highlight of the assemblies was undoubtedly the individual class performances of songs, poems, and creative stories, both í mBéarla agus as Gaeilge.
Wishing you a Spook-tacular Halloween! Ms. Mooney’s Senior Infants designed and made magic potions in the Witches’ Den during Aistear this month. Many spooky spells were casted too!
