Peace Proms 2017 The children travelled to Belfast yesterday to take part in the Peace Proms. The children had been working hard since the start of the year in preparation for this event. It was an incredible day and one that the children and teachers will remember forever. A special thank you to Melissa who spent so much time teaching the children the songs and dance moves.
Friday 17th February Today Mrs McGrath, Trisha, Bernie, Melissa and some very lucky children attended the open training session of the Irish Rugby team in Rafeenan. This was a wonderful experience for all and they even managed to meet some famous rugby players and get their photo taken with them.
Friday 10th February This morning we all took part in 10@10. This was an idea generated by Operation Transformation to get primary school children moving. We all stopped what we were doing and completed ten minutes of exercise at ten o clock. The children really enjoyed it and it’s something we will continue to do on a regular basis.
Below are some useful links with tips on how to help your child at home. They are the What, Why and How of your child’s learning.
Infants:
http://www.ncca.ie/en/Curriculum_and_Assessment/Parents/Primary/Infant_Classes/Helping_your_child_in_junior_and_senior_infants.pdf
http://www.ncca.ie/en/Curriculum_and_Assessment/Parents/Primary/Tip_Sheets_for_Parents/Tipsheet_for_parents_literacy.pdf
First and Second Class http://www.ncca.ie/en/Curriculum_and_Assessment/Parents/Primary/1st_and_2nd_Classes/Helping_your_child_in_first_and_second_classes.pdf
Third and Fourth Class
http://www.ncca.ie/en/Curriculum_and_Assessment/Parents/Primary/3rd_and_4th_Classes/Helping_your_child_in_third_and_fourth_classes.pdf
Fifth and Sixth Class
http://www.ncca.ie/en/Curriculum_and_Assessment/Parents/Primary/5th_and_6th_Classes/Helping_your_child_in_fifth_and_sixth_classes.pdf
The NCCA website contains lots more useful tips for parents across all the curricular areas.
The children enjoyed their trip to Belfast for the Peace Proms workshop. The excitement is building as the children continue to prepare for their performance in February.
The children all wore their homemade Christmas jumpers to school today. The effort made by the children was incredible. Well done to everyone!
We had an amazing visit from Santa Claus who arrived in style today
On Wednesday 7th December our whole school went to Armagh Theatre to see Cinderella. We really enjoyed the show and we even got a special mention!!
Friday 28th October
We had a fancy dress day today. Everyone made a special effort and I’m sure you’ll agree they all looked SPOOKTACULAR!
On Tuesday October 18th Junior and Senior Infants went to visit the library in Monaghan. When we got to the library we had a storytelling session. The children all sat down on a mat and listened while the librarian read a lovely story about sailing. After the story the children were given pieces of tinfoil and asked to make boats using only their tinfoil. They then put them into water to see if they would float. Coins were added and counted to see which boats were the best. The children really enjoyed this activity. Next the children did some colouring and everyone coloured in their pictures very neatly. They listened to one last story and then got the bus back to school. We took lots of pictures to show you what the Infants got up to!
We have been back at school for a month now and we have all been working very hard. On Friday we had our first assembly and Ms Brogan’s class performed a beautiful poem written by Roald Dahl. Roald Dahl Day on September 13th marked his 100th birthday and First and Second class performed his poem ‘Little Red Riding Hood’ beautifully.
***********************************IMPORTANT INFORMATION **************** Edenmore N.S intends opening an Autism Unit in September 2016 consisting of 1 Early Intervention Class (3-6 year olds) and 1 ASD class for older pupils (6-9 year olds). Places for each class are limited to six. Pupils must have a diagnosis of Autism in order to be enrolled in the unit. It is vital that enrolments for these classes are submitted and accepted in early May. Please contact the school on 047-87618 for further information.
Easter 1916 Celebrations
On Tuesday 15th March we had a fantastic day of celebrations to mark the anniversary of the Easter Rising. There was drama, music, dancing, games, poetry and singing. The classes had been working hard in preparation for this day and the performances were fantastic. At 12 o clock parents and grandparents were invited in for some refreshments and to see the children perform. It was a very memorable day for all and one which we all felt privileged to be a part of.
Food Dudes
The Food Dudes Programme will commence on Thursday 11th February. The programme which some of you may be familiar with is back by popular demand and our school has been selected to participate in it. The programme is designed to increase children’s consumption of fruit and vegetables and is based on positive role models, repeated tastings and rewards. The programme has been proven to be most effective with younger classes. The Junior Classes ie from infants to 3rd class will receive: 16 days freshly prepared individual portions of fruit and vegetables per pupil. They will receive rewards, stickers and lunchboxes and the Food Dudes DVD.
Enrolment
Enrolment/Open Evening has been scheduled for Thursday 11th Feb from 7pm – 9pm. As in previous years parents of new entrants will be given the opportunity to visit classrooms, chat to the teachers and learn a little bit about starting their children in Primary School.
Write A Book Project
The Write A Book Project is a non-competitive project which encourages children and teachers to develop the writing process in their classes. Some classes will be taking part. Each child will receive a certificate acknowledging the achievement of producing a book. At least one child from every class participating will receive a Merit Award at a special presentation evening. Three/Four children from each class will have their work highly commended.
St Brigid’s Crosses
The pupils from 4th, 5th & 6th class are making crosses for sale in the local churches and other outlets. Father Martin will bless the crosses.
Oral Health Programme
The Oral Health Programme commences on Monday 18th January. The children will receive a certificate for taking part in this programme. During the following weeks the children will learn all about oral health and looking after their teeth.
Centenary Programme 1916/2016
The pupils and teachers from the Senior Classes are presently involved in learning about the history of 1916 through SESE and Literacy. Other classes are exploring what life was like in Ireland a hundred years ago. Preparations are underway also for the ‘Raising of the National Flag’ on the 15th March.
17th December
We had our Christmas Carol Service. The children sang beautifully and it was a lovely evening. There were presentations made to Kate McAree and St Vincent De Paul
17th December 2015
We had a Christmas jumper day today and all the children were encouraged to recycle an old jumper and decorate it with tinsel, baubles and any other recycled materials that they had at home.
2nd December 2015
St Vincent de Paul Food Appeal
All non perishable food items can be left in Mrs Doodys room by Friday 11th December. We are having a Christmas Jumper Fun Day on Thursday 17th December. Each pupil is asked to donate €2 (max €5 per family) towards St Vincent de Paul. The money collected will be presented after the Carol Service on Thursday December 17th.
Pantomimes
Infants and 1st class will travel to the Iontas Theatre on Thursday 3rd December to see ‘Snowplay’ and pupils from 2nd to 6th will travel to Armagh on Tuesday 8th December to see Little Red Riding Hood.
Carol Service – Monaghan Shopping Centre
On Friday 11th December the pupils from 2nd to 6th class will hold a Carol Service in Monaghan Shopping Centre from 12 o clock. The proceeds of this will go towards the Refugee Crisis in Syria, Iraq and other countries.
Christmas Annuals – These will be given out to those who have ordered them on Friday 11th December.
Lotto – The lotto draw continues each Friday with the jackpot currently at €5650. The proceeds from the lotto this year have gone towards fencing around the playground, the new walkway at the entrance and a new gate to be erected shortly. The lotto has also helped with the new interactive whiteboard in the Computer Suite which is currently being used as a classroom.
Oral Health Programme
Teachers were recently provided with information and resources on Oral Health from Maureen Mc Inerney who works with the HSE. Pupils will be taught and shown effective methods in maintaining Oral Health. They will receive Oral Health Packs which will include toothpaste and a toothbrush. This will take place after Christmas.
Easter Rising Centenary Programme
This program will play an important part in teaching and learning in all classrooms in Term 2.
18th November 2015
We were delighted to hear that the school had won 1st prize in the Christmas Art Competition. The prize was €200 which is going towards a new computer for the Senior Infant classroom. The children’s beautiful work can be seen on display in the shopping centre. Well done to all the children!
We’d like to wish Mr Turley who was working in the school recently and the rest of the Scotstown team the best of luck in the Ulster Senior Club Championship Semi-Final on Sunday 15th November in Brewster Park, Fermanagh. Throw in is at 2:30pm.
Memorial Flag
We recently had a visit from the Defence Forces who presented us with our Memorial Flag.
The school will be closed from Friday 23rd October to Monday 2nd November. We’d like to wish all the children a happy and safe mid-term break. 
Edenmore N.S. welcomes you to its school website. This website was launched during the 2012 Centenary Year. It is a work in progress and is being reviewed, revised and updated on a regular basis.
October 2013:
Ann McKenna has been coaching us in GAA skills since September. She brought out the Anglo Celt cup, won by the Men’s senior team and the Father Murray cup, won by the Minor team, for us to see.
Lotto Numbers for Friday 14th March
2,12,25,26.
Jackpot Next week €2,750
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Focus on Learning
Edenmore N.S. has excellent facilities following the building developments which have taken place during the last decade. It is now in a position to implement fully the Revised School Curriculum. The Revised School Curriculum is designed to meet the different educational needs of the modern day child. The curriculum provides a wide range of learning experiences that help the child to acquire particular knowledge, ideas and skills that will promote his/her development at every stage. The curriculum is laid out in seven areas; some areas have one subject while others contain more than one. There are twelve subjects in all.
Language
Gaeilge English
Mathematics
Social, Environmental and Scientific Education
History Geography Science
Art Education
Visual Art Music Drama
Physical Education
Social, Personal and Health Education
Religious Education
The curriculum for R.E. is the responsibility of the school patrons
EdenmoreN.S.has a highly trained staff, many with specialised training and expertise in different areas. Local expertise is also availed of to further enhance the children’s learning experiences. Since January 2012 increased time is now spent in developing Literacy & Numeracy as directed by National Guidelines. The school is currently working on the School Self Evaluation six – point plan in the area of Numeracy.
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