Ms. Pleamonn’s boys have been investigating soil structure in geography and science. As an experiment they decided to make a wormery. Using layers of compost, shredded newspapers and some crushed chalk, the boys have created the perfect habitat for these important creatures who move between the different soil layers, making nutrients available to plants. Without our little friends, our crops …
Here are some of the boys in Ms Robinson’s Senior Infants during Aistear this week. Our theme for the month is the Sports Shop and Sports. The boys are working hard in the Sports Shop using their best sales tactics to sell lots of sports equipment. Some of the boys have also made a GAA pitch from blocks in construction. …
Our scientists in Mr. Cunningham’s class have been working tirelessly behind the scenes, calculating the math, working out the propulsion system and getting the ratios right for the launch of their homemade rocket. After a number of failed attempts, Mr. Cunningham managed to get the launch sequence correct and we had lift off. Thankfully, after a brief stint in orbit, …
The boys in Mr. Curtin’s 5th class got to trial out our new set of Chromebooks on Friday which were very generously donated by a parent in the school. The boys completed short research projects, using the web. Working with technology is an important part of life in St.Pius X and the chromebooks will become a part of our daily …
The boys in Ms Pleamonn’s 3rd class were celebrating Chinese New Year last year. 2022 is the year of the tiger. The boys worked collaboratively to create dragons. A symbol of wisdom, power and good fortune in Chinese culture.
Peter in Ms Dunne’s class had a treat for everyone this week. Peter dressed up in traditional Vietnamese clothing to wish everyone a happy Vietnamese New Year. Thanks Peter for sharing
Boys across the school celebrated St. Brigid’s day yesterday by recounting the stories about her life as well as looking at some of the traditions she inspired. As always, there was plenty of rushes on hand, sourced from north Galway, to enable to boys to try to weave St. Brigid’s crosses. The boys in 5th class greatly enjoyed the endeavor …
February 1st marked the beginning of the Chinese New Year… 2022 being ‘The Year of the Tiger’. This was the theme for Mr. Réamonn’s mind-bending monthly challenge for January. The boys were set a Wordsmiths challenge and tasked with identifying pairs of animals whose names were jumbled together. The winners selected from the 174 entries this month were Sam from Mr. …
Our Aistear theme ‘African Market’ was so much fun. Through play, we learned so much about Africa. From animals, to food, to traditional ndebele art and jewellery. We set up a classroom African market where we role played buying and selling fruit, veg, jewellery and crafts. We even got to make smoothies using tropical fruit.
Daniel from Ms. Crosbie’s Class has put together a project to showcase all the reasons why Man United is ‘The best team in English football’! Daniel has been busy presenting his project at school and trying his best to convert as many Liverpool supporters as possible! A big thank you to Ms. Herity for all her help!
