Adamstown Castle Film Club which has been running for the last two years in association with Macalla Teoranta Productions, have traced the development of Adamstown through the eyes of children. This was a national project where Macalla Teoranta documented the lives of children in different communities in Ireland. The fruits of their work will be shown on RTE over the Christmas Break on the following dates:
- Tory 25th December @ 12.30
- Buckingham St 27th December @ 10.55
- Dromahane 28th December @ 11.00
- Adamstown 29th December @ 11.00
- Fatima 1st January @ 11.20
Thursday, December 10, 2009
Thursday, November 26, 2009
Communication November 2009
Communication November 2009
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Date for your calendar: The annual Community Christmas Party will be held in St. John’s on the 12th of December.
Another Date: The launch of the Second Level Educate Together School will be launched on the 21st of December in Griffeen ETNS. All the Lucan ETNS have been asked to participate by putting on a display of one aspect of the various festivals of light. This year we have been asked to look at Christmas while other schools will look at solstice, Diwali and Eid. All the partners in our schools are encouraged to become involved. You will get more information on this closer to the date.
Parent Teacher Meetings:
We are holding our parent/teacher meetings in the next couple of weeks. Some of the teachers have already met with some parents. Unfortunately, given the uncertainty regarding public sector strike action we have had to change our plans. The bulk of the Parent /teacher meetings will be held on the second week of December. Information giving the specific times will go out to you today and on Friday. If you are not in a position to attend please contact the class teacher as soon as possible.
New Secretary Appointed:
Following recent interviews we have appointed Deirdre Lynch as our school secretary. Deirdre will be working, initially, for three hours a day: 9.30 am to 12.30 am. There was a lot of interest in this position; I’d like to thank those parents from our school who threw their hats into the ring and applied. I would also like to thank our interview committee for all the time they gave to this process: Mili (Parents’ Representative), Sarah (Community Representative) and Ita (Teachers’ Representative). I would also like to thank Suzanne for all the work and patience shown us over the two years or so.
Dear Parents and Guardians,
Date for your calendar: The annual Community Christmas Party will be held in St. John’s on the 12th of December.
Another Date: The launch of the Second Level Educate Together School will be launched on the 21st of December in Griffeen ETNS. All the Lucan ETNS have been asked to participate by putting on a display of one aspect of the various festivals of light. This year we have been asked to look at Christmas while other schools will look at solstice, Diwali and Eid. All the partners in our schools are encouraged to become involved. You will get more information on this closer to the date.
Parent Teacher Meetings:
We are holding our parent/teacher meetings in the next couple of weeks. Some of the teachers have already met with some parents. Unfortunately, given the uncertainty regarding public sector strike action we have had to change our plans. The bulk of the Parent /teacher meetings will be held on the second week of December. Information giving the specific times will go out to you today and on Friday. If you are not in a position to attend please contact the class teacher as soon as possible.
New Secretary Appointed:
Following recent interviews we have appointed Deirdre Lynch as our school secretary. Deirdre will be working, initially, for three hours a day: 9.30 am to 12.30 am. There was a lot of interest in this position; I’d like to thank those parents from our school who threw their hats into the ring and applied. I would also like to thank our interview committee for all the time they gave to this process: Mili (Parents’ Representative), Sarah (Community Representative) and Ita (Teachers’ Representative). I would also like to thank Suzanne for all the work and patience shown us over the two years or so.
Parents’ Association Raffle:
The Parents’ Association raffle realised 137 euro. Well done to those involved
The Parents’ Association raffle realised 137 euro. Well done to those involved
ESKER ETNS:
The Campaign for Esker ETNS is now under way. We expect the building to be full next year therefore it is urgent that Esker be accommodated in their own building as soon as possible. If you wish to advise them or have any ideas on how a campaign should be conducted please contact the office.
The Campaign for Esker ETNS is now under way. We expect the building to be full next year therefore it is urgent that Esker be accommodated in their own building as soon as possible. If you wish to advise them or have any ideas on how a campaign should be conducted please contact the office.
Strike:
Strike notice has been served on the staff for Thursday the 3rd of December. Unfortunately we are unable to confirm if the school will be closed on the third until early next week.
Strike notice has been served on the staff for Thursday the 3rd of December. Unfortunately we are unable to confirm if the school will be closed on the third until early next week.
Eid-ul-Adha:
We wish the very best to those in our school community who will be celebrating the Muslim Festival of Eid-ul-Adha. The children will be looking at the Five Pillars of Islam, the Hajj and Eid-ul-Adha.
We wish the very best to those in our school community who will be celebrating the Muslim Festival of Eid-ul-Adha. The children will be looking at the Five Pillars of Islam, the Hajj and Eid-ul-Adha.
Friday, October 30, 2009
Green Week : 9th - 13th November 2009
Green Week
9th – 13th November 2009.
Throughout the week the children shall be encouraged to be more environmentally aware.
Paper awareness (teachers, students and administration staff shall be encouraged to make an extra effort to save paper; back-to-back photocopying, using waste paper for scribbling, doodling, rough-work, story plans, only administering one school note per family reduce waste!)
Water awareness (all classes shall be encouraged to make a conscious effort to reduce the amount of water which they use in their classroom, fill the sink to wash paint materials rather than leaving the tap running, use the stopper in toilet sinks etc)
Electricity awareness (all classes shall be encouraged to make a conscious effort to turn of lights/sockets when they are not being used – break times and home-time for example
Waste free snacks and lunches – Children and teachers shall be encouraged to carry their drinks, snacks and home packed lunches in reusable containers.
Walk/Bike/Carpool week – Teachers, students and their families shall be encouraged to make a concerted effort to walk, bike/carpool for at least one day if not the entire week during green week.
Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Green Schools
Teachers, parents, students and friends,
On Tuesday 20th October I met Claire Hinch; the assistant environmental awareness officer. On Wednesday I attended a Green Schools Seminar in Tallaght. During these meetings we discussed the establishment of a more dynamic Green Schools Committee in our school. I outlined the various activities and ideas which we have implemented in our school to date and through discussions feel that I have acquired a greater understanding of how Green Schools Committees are organised and run in other schools.
First we discussed the establishment of a Green Schools Committee. It was suggested that at least one child from each class should make up the committee. It was emphacised that it is extremely important that there is student involvement in the Green Schools cause as ' it is with their support and enthusiasm that a Green Schools Committee can make a difference'. It was recommended that the committee be made up of any other interested adults including teachers, caretakers,parents, grandparents or friends.
*If anybody is particularily interested in environmental awareness or has any ideas/suggestions/advice to offer us please do not hesitate to contact me.
*Green Schools student re-elections shall take place after our mid-term break. Any of our current committee members who are interested in remaining are warmly welcomed.
Following this we discussed the identification of Environmental Issues within and around our school in an attempt to identify targets for action and improvement. It was suggested that we interview our school caretakers to acquire from them an estimate of the amount of rubbish which is currently going to the landfill from our school. The idea would be to reduce, re-use and recycle as much of this waste as possible thus bringing down our schools waste costs and reducing our carbon number. Upon our committees establishment we shall distribute questionnaires to teachers enquiring about the waste disposal system in their individual classrooms. One request which we shall put to teachers for the future would be to do more back to back photocopying. At present I am aware that many teachers are already attempting to do this however our photocopier frequently mis-feeds when performing the action. This is something which definitely needs to be addressed. Another issue to be tackled is the disposal of lunch waste. At present the children are being requested to use a lunch-box to hold their lunch (thus reducing the amount of packaging used; cling film, tin-foil etc) they are also being asked to bring home thier lunch waste (yogurt cartons,sandwich crusts, apple cores etc) . As Green Schools co-ordinator I have been undergoing weekly inspections of classroom rubbish bins, whilst many children are implementing our lunch rules many are not, this is another issue which our Green Schools Committee shall attempt to tackle. One suggestion which was offered by Claire was to establish a tidy classroom competition within our school where the Green Schools Committee members shall do spot check son each classroom daily/weekly and award them points based on a traffic lights system. All of this shall be discussed when our committee members are appointed and our first meeting takes place.
Martha Wilson (Senior Infants Teacher,Green School's Coordinator)
On Tuesday 20th October I met Claire Hinch; the assistant environmental awareness officer. On Wednesday I attended a Green Schools Seminar in Tallaght. During these meetings we discussed the establishment of a more dynamic Green Schools Committee in our school. I outlined the various activities and ideas which we have implemented in our school to date and through discussions feel that I have acquired a greater understanding of how Green Schools Committees are organised and run in other schools.
First we discussed the establishment of a Green Schools Committee. It was suggested that at least one child from each class should make up the committee. It was emphacised that it is extremely important that there is student involvement in the Green Schools cause as ' it is with their support and enthusiasm that a Green Schools Committee can make a difference'. It was recommended that the committee be made up of any other interested adults including teachers, caretakers,parents, grandparents or friends.
*If anybody is particularily interested in environmental awareness or has any ideas/suggestions/advice to offer us please do not hesitate to contact me.
*Green Schools student re-elections shall take place after our mid-term break. Any of our current committee members who are interested in remaining are warmly welcomed.
Following this we discussed the identification of Environmental Issues within and around our school in an attempt to identify targets for action and improvement. It was suggested that we interview our school caretakers to acquire from them an estimate of the amount of rubbish which is currently going to the landfill from our school. The idea would be to reduce, re-use and recycle as much of this waste as possible thus bringing down our schools waste costs and reducing our carbon number. Upon our committees establishment we shall distribute questionnaires to teachers enquiring about the waste disposal system in their individual classrooms. One request which we shall put to teachers for the future would be to do more back to back photocopying. At present I am aware that many teachers are already attempting to do this however our photocopier frequently mis-feeds when performing the action. This is something which definitely needs to be addressed. Another issue to be tackled is the disposal of lunch waste. At present the children are being requested to use a lunch-box to hold their lunch (thus reducing the amount of packaging used; cling film, tin-foil etc) they are also being asked to bring home thier lunch waste (yogurt cartons,sandwich crusts, apple cores etc) . As Green Schools co-ordinator I have been undergoing weekly inspections of classroom rubbish bins, whilst many children are implementing our lunch rules many are not, this is another issue which our Green Schools Committee shall attempt to tackle. One suggestion which was offered by Claire was to establish a tidy classroom competition within our school where the Green Schools Committee members shall do spot check son each classroom daily/weekly and award them points based on a traffic lights system. All of this shall be discussed when our committee members are appointed and our first meeting takes place.
Martha Wilson (Senior Infants Teacher,Green School's Coordinator)
Monday, October 19, 2009
ACETNS Student Council
The votes have been counted and representatives from each class have been selected for this year's student council. The first student council meeting will take place in Room 2, Wednesday 21st during lunch-time. Continue to watch this space for information on all the student council's work during the year.
ACETNS Lunch-time Football League
The group stages are now over in the lunch -time football league. After many exciting games over the past few weeks, we now know who has made it into the semi-finals!
Semi-Finals: Tuesday 20th October
Italy -v- Brazil & Ireland -v- Spain
The league final will be played on Thursday 22nd October.
Semi-Finals: Tuesday 20th October
Italy -v- Brazil & Ireland -v- Spain
The league final will be played on Thursday 22nd October.
Saturday, October 17, 2009
Thursday, October 15, 2009
Green Schools Overview
What is Green Schools?
Green – Schools is a long – term programme that introduces participants (students, teachers, parents and the wider community) to the concept of an environmental management system. It fosters a strong sense of citizenship and leadership among participants that spreads far outside the school into the wider community. It promotes a strong sense of teamwork among teachers, students and the wider community to reach a common high level goal. It brings children into the decision - making process and makes them responsible for their decisions and actions.
The aim of Green – Schools is to increase students and participants awareness of environmental issues through classroom studies and to transfer this knowledge into positive environmental action in the school and also in the wider community. Schools that have successfully completed all elements of the programme are awarded the ‘Green Flag’. This award has to be renewed every two years.
The Green Schools Programme is based on Seven Steps
1. Green Schools Committee
This directs the school’s involvement in the programme. Ideally, the committee includes students, teachers, non –teaching staff, management and parents.
2. Environmental Review
A process of examining the school’s environmental impacts in order to identify targets for action and improvement.
3. Action Plan
This gives specific and achievable targets with proposed completion dates that will show real success.
4. Monitoring and Evaluation
Constant monitoring of the programme ensures that progress towards targets is checked, amendments made where necessary and success celebrated.
5. Curriculum Work
Curriculum materials are provided that give ideas on how to integrate environmental issues into lessons.
6. Informing and Involving
A publicity programme keeps the school and the wider community involved and informed through displays, assemblies and press coverage
7. Green Code
This is a statement of the school’s commitment to environmental good habits.
Green – Schools is a long – term programme that introduces participants (students, teachers, parents and the wider community) to the concept of an environmental management system. It fosters a strong sense of citizenship and leadership among participants that spreads far outside the school into the wider community. It promotes a strong sense of teamwork among teachers, students and the wider community to reach a common high level goal. It brings children into the decision - making process and makes them responsible for their decisions and actions.
The aim of Green – Schools is to increase students and participants awareness of environmental issues through classroom studies and to transfer this knowledge into positive environmental action in the school and also in the wider community. Schools that have successfully completed all elements of the programme are awarded the ‘Green Flag’. This award has to be renewed every two years.
The Green Schools Programme is based on Seven Steps
1. Green Schools Committee
This directs the school’s involvement in the programme. Ideally, the committee includes students, teachers, non –teaching staff, management and parents.
2. Environmental Review
A process of examining the school’s environmental impacts in order to identify targets for action and improvement.
3. Action Plan
This gives specific and achievable targets with proposed completion dates that will show real success.
4. Monitoring and Evaluation
Constant monitoring of the programme ensures that progress towards targets is checked, amendments made where necessary and success celebrated.
5. Curriculum Work
Curriculum materials are provided that give ideas on how to integrate environmental issues into lessons.
6. Informing and Involving
A publicity programme keeps the school and the wider community involved and informed through displays, assemblies and press coverage
7. Green Code
This is a statement of the school’s commitment to environmental good habits.
Green Schools
Parents, students, teachers and friends.
Adamstown Castles Green School's Committee was established towards the end of last year. This committee comprised of Tom and Ita representing the Board of Management, Olga representing the Parent’s Association, Moses, Naila, Noor and Jed representing the student body and myself, representing the teaching staff.
During the last two months of the school term a number of initiatives were undertaken. Firstly an assembly was held on 13th May which was Environmental Awareness Day. Teachers and students were introduced to their Green School’s Committee members, the aims of the committee were outlined and the whole school body were given an opportunity to discuss and question different concepts of Environmental Awareness and Care; Reducing, Re-Using and Recycling waste. A new bin system was established in each classroom, teachers and students were encouraged to separate their rubbish into recyclable materials and general waste. Teachers and children were encouraged to consider the individual role which they might play in reducing the amount of waste created by our school. It was suggested that lunch waste (food wrappings and leftovers) be brought home daily and that teachers would make a conscious effort to reduce the amount of paper which they use daily on photocopying by photocopying back to back and using waste paper for art class e.g. paper collages.
Walk on Wednesday was scheduled on May 20th. All children were requested to walk to school on this day, encouraging them to become more environmentally aware. A costume competition was held on this day also. Children were encouraged to create simple costumes from recyclable materials. Certificates and prizes were awarded to winning participants.
A Green Schools Notice Board was established within the school, this notice board provides details and photographs of all the Green Schools activities organised to date and also a schedule of future events.
Towards the end of the year a Yard Cleaning Rota was established, a number of children from the senior classes were appointed to undertake this.
Adamstown Castles Green School's Committee was established towards the end of last year. This committee comprised of Tom and Ita representing the Board of Management, Olga representing the Parent’s Association, Moses, Naila, Noor and Jed representing the student body and myself, representing the teaching staff.
During the last two months of the school term a number of initiatives were undertaken. Firstly an assembly was held on 13th May which was Environmental Awareness Day. Teachers and students were introduced to their Green School’s Committee members, the aims of the committee were outlined and the whole school body were given an opportunity to discuss and question different concepts of Environmental Awareness and Care; Reducing, Re-Using and Recycling waste. A new bin system was established in each classroom, teachers and students were encouraged to separate their rubbish into recyclable materials and general waste. Teachers and children were encouraged to consider the individual role which they might play in reducing the amount of waste created by our school. It was suggested that lunch waste (food wrappings and leftovers) be brought home daily and that teachers would make a conscious effort to reduce the amount of paper which they use daily on photocopying by photocopying back to back and using waste paper for art class e.g. paper collages.
Walk on Wednesday was scheduled on May 20th. All children were requested to walk to school on this day, encouraging them to become more environmentally aware. A costume competition was held on this day also. Children were encouraged to create simple costumes from recyclable materials. Certificates and prizes were awarded to winning participants.
A Green Schools Notice Board was established within the school, this notice board provides details and photographs of all the Green Schools activities organised to date and also a schedule of future events.
Towards the end of the year a Yard Cleaning Rota was established, a number of children from the senior classes were appointed to undertake this.
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Communication October 2009
Communication October 2009
Diwali: We wish all in our community who celebrate Diwali a very happy and joyful celebration. Just like at Eid a number of our parents will visit our classes to give our children a flavour of what Diwali is all about.
Sports After School: Please have a look at our blog for information on what is available after school hours.
Raffle: The Parents' Association is conducting a raffle to raise funds for the running and organisation of various events. Please support this raffle. Raffle will take place on Friday the 23rd of October.
Planning Day: The school will be closed on Friday the 16th fo facilitate a school planning day. This planning day is devoted to the development of the SPHE (Social, Personal and Health Education).
Green Schools: Please check our blog for information regarding our green schools progamme. Martha is asking that the children make masks at home using recycled material. We will be holding a competition on Friday the 23rd of October and there will prizes will be best and most wierd and wonderful masks. So come on give it a try. Of course it would be nice if we could displayed these masks in the school.
Hockey: Weston Hockey Club is open for members in the Under 16's and under 14's age group; They are also looking for adult members. So, if you are interested, go along on Sundays at 10.45 to the club across from Superquinn by the Athletic track. You could also ask Grainne or check www.westonhockeyclub.com
Time Capsule: You may notice that there is some construction work taking place behind the school in the pedestrian zone. This is a site for an obelisk which is included in the plan for Adamstown. We have been asked to contribute to a time capsule which will be placed in concrete under the monument to be opened in a hundred years or so. It is s suggested that each family write its own story about how they have come to live here, your hopes etc. This information is totally confidential in that it will be placed in the capsule for some future generation to open. This will be your gift to some future generation which will them give an insight or a snapshot of Ireland as it is ` now.
Swine Flu: It has come to our attention that a number of children have been off school of late. Given that a great many schools in West Dublin have suspected Swine flu cases we would ask parents to be extra vigilant with regard to hygiene (washing of hands and covering of nose and mouth when coughing and/or sneezing). If your child has an underlying medical condition, such as asthma, sickle-cell anaemia or other respiratory condition you are advised to seek medical advice if he/she is unwell. We ask that you keep your child at home, and inform the school if he/she has flu like symptoms. HSE Flu information 1800941100
Diwali: We wish all in our community who celebrate Diwali a very happy and joyful celebration. Just like at Eid a number of our parents will visit our classes to give our children a flavour of what Diwali is all about.
Sports After School: Please have a look at our blog for information on what is available after school hours.
Raffle: The Parents' Association is conducting a raffle to raise funds for the running and organisation of various events. Please support this raffle. Raffle will take place on Friday the 23rd of October.
Planning Day: The school will be closed on Friday the 16th fo facilitate a school planning day. This planning day is devoted to the development of the SPHE (Social, Personal and Health Education).
Green Schools: Please check our blog for information regarding our green schools progamme. Martha is asking that the children make masks at home using recycled material. We will be holding a competition on Friday the 23rd of October and there will prizes will be best and most wierd and wonderful masks. So come on give it a try. Of course it would be nice if we could displayed these masks in the school.
Hockey: Weston Hockey Club is open for members in the Under 16's and under 14's age group; They are also looking for adult members. So, if you are interested, go along on Sundays at 10.45 to the club across from Superquinn by the Athletic track. You could also ask Grainne or check www.westonhockeyclub.com
Time Capsule: You may notice that there is some construction work taking place behind the school in the pedestrian zone. This is a site for an obelisk which is included in the plan for Adamstown. We have been asked to contribute to a time capsule which will be placed in concrete under the monument to be opened in a hundred years or so. It is s suggested that each family write its own story about how they have come to live here, your hopes etc. This information is totally confidential in that it will be placed in the capsule for some future generation to open. This will be your gift to some future generation which will them give an insight or a snapshot of Ireland as it is ` now.
Swine Flu: It has come to our attention that a number of children have been off school of late. Given that a great many schools in West Dublin have suspected Swine flu cases we would ask parents to be extra vigilant with regard to hygiene (washing of hands and covering of nose and mouth when coughing and/or sneezing). If your child has an underlying medical condition, such as asthma, sickle-cell anaemia or other respiratory condition you are advised to seek medical advice if he/she is unwell. We ask that you keep your child at home, and inform the school if he/she has flu like symptoms. HSE Flu information 1800941100
Monday, October 12, 2009
Extra Curricular Activities
The Following are activities taking place in the school during and after school hours.
Rugby:
On Monday Mornings for all classes from second class to sixth class. This is an introduction to the skills of rugby and is run by the Barnhall Rugby Club in conjunction with the IRFU.
No payment required
Soccer:
On Monday from 4pm to 5pm. the Adamstown Soccer Club in Conjunction with the FAI are offering coaching sessions to all children who are interested in playing soccer with the Adamstown Club. Coaching sessons takes place in the Adamstown Community School.
No Payment Required
Hockey:
Monday: Coaching will commence shortly in the school yard or hall. This will take place from 2.20pm to 3pm. Contact Grainne
No Payment required
Tae Kwando:
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday Nights from 7.30pm to 9pm for adults, teenagers and younger children. Coaching sessions are also held from 10.30 to 12.30 on Saturday Mornings. Contact Val Douglas at 0863200782 for more information.
Payment Required
Gaelic Football:
Adamstown Football Club in conjunction with the Dublin County Board of the GAA offer Gaelic football sessions during school hours on Wednesday for Infants to first Class.
No Payment Required
Adamstown GAA also offer football coaching sessions on Saturday Mornings at the scvhool from 9.30 to 10.30.
Cost: 2 euro
Olympic Handball:
Olympic Handball will commence on Wednesday the 14 of August in the school hall from 2.20 to 3pm. For third to sixth Classes.
No Payment Required
Ballet:
Ballet takes place in the school on thursdays from 3pm to 7.30 pm and on Fridays from 3pm to 6.30 pm. Contact Clodagh Brady at 0874152993
Payment Required
Chess:
We will also be setting up a chess club in the school to play in competitions on wet days
Rugby:
On Monday Mornings for all classes from second class to sixth class. This is an introduction to the skills of rugby and is run by the Barnhall Rugby Club in conjunction with the IRFU.
No payment required
Soccer:
On Monday from 4pm to 5pm. the Adamstown Soccer Club in Conjunction with the FAI are offering coaching sessions to all children who are interested in playing soccer with the Adamstown Club. Coaching sessons takes place in the Adamstown Community School.
No Payment Required
Hockey:
Monday: Coaching will commence shortly in the school yard or hall. This will take place from 2.20pm to 3pm. Contact Grainne
No Payment required
Tae Kwando:
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday Nights from 7.30pm to 9pm for adults, teenagers and younger children. Coaching sessions are also held from 10.30 to 12.30 on Saturday Mornings. Contact Val Douglas at 0863200782 for more information.
Payment Required
Gaelic Football:
Adamstown Football Club in conjunction with the Dublin County Board of the GAA offer Gaelic football sessions during school hours on Wednesday for Infants to first Class.
No Payment Required
Adamstown GAA also offer football coaching sessions on Saturday Mornings at the scvhool from 9.30 to 10.30.
Cost: 2 euro
Olympic Handball:
Olympic Handball will commence on Wednesday the 14 of August in the school hall from 2.20 to 3pm. For third to sixth Classes.
No Payment Required
Ballet:
Ballet takes place in the school on thursdays from 3pm to 7.30 pm and on Fridays from 3pm to 6.30 pm. Contact Clodagh Brady at 0874152993
Payment Required
Chess:
We will also be setting up a chess club in the school to play in competitions on wet days
Raffle
Parents Association
Halloween Fun J Halloween Hampers
Raffles!! Raffles!! Raffles!!
Chance to win a Halloween Hamper Gift Pack!!!!
Parents can buy a raffle for €1
Gift a raffle for your child to enter raffle competition
Draw on 23rd October Friday
At the time of Halloween Assembly in the School
Email: acetnspa@gmail.com Ph: 086 0633087
Halloween Fun J Halloween Hampers
Raffles!! Raffles!! Raffles!!
Chance to win a Halloween Hamper Gift Pack!!!!
Parents can buy a raffle for €1
Gift a raffle for your child to enter raffle competition
Draw on 23rd October Friday
At the time of Halloween Assembly in the School
Email: acetnspa@gmail.com Ph: 086 0633087
Thursday, October 1, 2009
Calendar 2009
Adamstown Castle Educate Together National School
SCHOOL CALENDAR 2009-2010
PLEASE RETAIN THIS NOTICE FOR YOUR OWN INFORMATION
FIRST TERM 1st September-22nd December (inclusive)
PLANNING DAY Friday 16th October
School will be closed to facilitate staff planning.
MID-TERM BREAK 26th October – 30th October (inclusive)
School re-opens Monday 2nd November
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY School closes Tuesday 22nd at 12:10pm
School re-opens on Thursday 7th January
SECOND TERM 7th January – 26th March (inclusive)
MID-TERM BREAK 17th February – 19th February (inclusive)
ADDITIONAL CLOSURE 17th March St. Patrick’s Day
EASTER HOLIDAYS School closes Friday 26th March at 12:10pm
School re-opens on Monday 12th April.
THIRD TERM 12th April – 30th June (inclusive)
MID-TERM BREAK Monday 3rd May (Bank Holiday)
& Tuesday 4th May
School re-opens Wednesday 5th May.
ADDITIONAL CLOSURE Friday 4th June
PUBLIC HOLIDAY Monday 7th June (Bank Holiday)
SUMMER HOLIDAYS Begin on Wednesday 30th June at 12:10pm.
Staff Meetings: Staff meetings are held once a month on the following dates:
11h September 9th October 6th November
4th December 5th February 5th March
7th May 11th June
N.B. On these staff meeting days school will end for the children at 12.10 pm
Parents are asked to note the opening and closing times of the school.
Junior & Senior Infants: 8:40am – 1:20pm
First – Sixth Class 8:40am – 2:20pm
The school cannot accept responsibility for pupils outside these hours and teachers may not assume responsibility for pupils outside these hours.
SCHOOL CALENDAR 2009-2010
PLEASE RETAIN THIS NOTICE FOR YOUR OWN INFORMATION
FIRST TERM 1st September-22nd December (inclusive)
PLANNING DAY Friday 16th October
School will be closed to facilitate staff planning.
MID-TERM BREAK 26th October – 30th October (inclusive)
School re-opens Monday 2nd November
CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY School closes Tuesday 22nd at 12:10pm
School re-opens on Thursday 7th January
SECOND TERM 7th January – 26th March (inclusive)
MID-TERM BREAK 17th February – 19th February (inclusive)
ADDITIONAL CLOSURE 17th March St. Patrick’s Day
EASTER HOLIDAYS School closes Friday 26th March at 12:10pm
School re-opens on Monday 12th April.
THIRD TERM 12th April – 30th June (inclusive)
MID-TERM BREAK Monday 3rd May (Bank Holiday)
& Tuesday 4th May
School re-opens Wednesday 5th May.
ADDITIONAL CLOSURE Friday 4th June
PUBLIC HOLIDAY Monday 7th June (Bank Holiday)
SUMMER HOLIDAYS Begin on Wednesday 30th June at 12:10pm.
Staff Meetings: Staff meetings are held once a month on the following dates:
11h September 9th October 6th November
4th December 5th February 5th March
7th May 11th June
N.B. On these staff meeting days school will end for the children at 12.10 pm
Parents are asked to note the opening and closing times of the school.
Junior & Senior Infants: 8:40am – 1:20pm
First – Sixth Class 8:40am – 2:20pm
The school cannot accept responsibility for pupils outside these hours and teachers may not assume responsibility for pupils outside these hours.
Wednesday, September 30, 2009
Gaelic Football
Dear Parents
Adamstown GAA is offering Gaelic Football Coaching every Saturday morning in the hall of the Adamstown Castle Educate Together School. This is fun activity for children from 4-10 years of age. However before this begins we are inviting all parents to a registration day on Saturday the 3rd October to find out information on the club and to enrol there children for the coming year.
The registration day will consist of
Background information on the club.
Membership forms/ children details.
Information on time and training for the children.
The need for volunteers for the club.
Start date for coaching and plan for the year.
Venue : Adamstown Castle Educate Together National School hall
Date : Saturday 3rd October 2009
Time : 10am
Age : 4 to 10 year olds
Cost : No charge for registration day but there will be a fee for Saturday coaching €2 per session, this money will go toward equipment for the children.
Any problems ring me
Clare Dowdall
0851617718
Adamstown GAA is offering Gaelic Football Coaching every Saturday morning in the hall of the Adamstown Castle Educate Together School. This is fun activity for children from 4-10 years of age. However before this begins we are inviting all parents to a registration day on Saturday the 3rd October to find out information on the club and to enrol there children for the coming year.
The registration day will consist of
Background information on the club.
Membership forms/ children details.
Information on time and training for the children.
The need for volunteers for the club.
Start date for coaching and plan for the year.
Venue : Adamstown Castle Educate Together National School hall
Date : Saturday 3rd October 2009
Time : 10am
Age : 4 to 10 year olds
Cost : No charge for registration day but there will be a fee for Saturday coaching €2 per session, this money will go toward equipment for the children.
Any problems ring me
Clare Dowdall
0851617718
Tuesday, September 29, 2009
Parents' Association
Parents' Association Meeting October 2009
Attendees:Hanumantha Rao, Tina Jansson, Olga knutova, John Clair, RashmiSawhney, Gema Pintor, Samille, Olajide Ogidam, Usmen, Aminat, UnaMurphy, Rahul Seth, Sofia Alberty and Tom
Minutes:*
Welcome to new members: It was good to see new parents attendanceand interest to actively involve with the Association. After shortintroduction about PA, thoughts were in the air from all corners onhow best we can improve PA. We'll see how we execute some socialevents based on our experimental experiences so far - more in nextmeeting.
* Committee members: Four new enthusiastic parents joined thecommittee. These additions bring the numbers to its capacity. So thecommittee is as follows:1. John Clair2. Rashmi Sawhney3. Olajide Ogidam4. Aminat1. Olga Knutova,2. Rahul Seth,3. Juna Rosaies4. Tina Jansson (Secretary)5. Sofia Alberty (Treasurer)6. Hanumantha Rao (Chairperson)
* Spreading the Word of PA: To meet our objectives of socializing,fund raising and fun-filled activities we need active participationfrom other parents. Suggestions were to collect as many email ids andphone numbers from parents and communicate effectively. Also,encourage parents to use school blogs for sharing constructive views
* School Calender: Tina updated the group on the latest status on thisproject. We thought it would be better to send letters to parents forinformation.
* School Logo: We decided to held the competition on 1st Nov. We needthis logo for the calender as well, and we need to make sure that Logowould be the last one to add just before going to the printer. Olgawould be sending details of the competition to parents.
* PA Constitution: Tom updated BoM feedback. We need to resubmit tothe Board with changes.
* Next meeting would be on 8th October at 7:30 pm
Actions:
1. Rao to follow on better communications
2. Tina to send letters to parents on Calender
3. Olga to send details to parents about the logo competition.
4. Rao to submit updated version to the board.
ThanksRao(Hanumantha Rao)
Attendees:Hanumantha Rao, Tina Jansson, Olga knutova, John Clair, RashmiSawhney, Gema Pintor, Samille, Olajide Ogidam, Usmen, Aminat, UnaMurphy, Rahul Seth, Sofia Alberty and Tom
Minutes:*
Welcome to new members: It was good to see new parents attendanceand interest to actively involve with the Association. After shortintroduction about PA, thoughts were in the air from all corners onhow best we can improve PA. We'll see how we execute some socialevents based on our experimental experiences so far - more in nextmeeting.
* Committee members: Four new enthusiastic parents joined thecommittee. These additions bring the numbers to its capacity. So thecommittee is as follows:1. John Clair2. Rashmi Sawhney3. Olajide Ogidam4. Aminat1. Olga Knutova,2. Rahul Seth,3. Juna Rosaies4. Tina Jansson (Secretary)5. Sofia Alberty (Treasurer)6. Hanumantha Rao (Chairperson)
* Spreading the Word of PA: To meet our objectives of socializing,fund raising and fun-filled activities we need active participationfrom other parents. Suggestions were to collect as many email ids andphone numbers from parents and communicate effectively. Also,encourage parents to use school blogs for sharing constructive views
* School Calender: Tina updated the group on the latest status on thisproject. We thought it would be better to send letters to parents forinformation.
* School Logo: We decided to held the competition on 1st Nov. We needthis logo for the calender as well, and we need to make sure that Logowould be the last one to add just before going to the printer. Olgawould be sending details of the competition to parents.
* PA Constitution: Tom updated BoM feedback. We need to resubmit tothe Board with changes.
* Next meeting would be on 8th October at 7:30 pm
Actions:
1. Rao to follow on better communications
2. Tina to send letters to parents on Calender
3. Olga to send details to parents about the logo competition.
4. Rao to submit updated version to the board.
ThanksRao(Hanumantha Rao)
Tuesday, September 22, 2009
Sports
Information will be sent to you shortly regarding soccer training in the Adamstown School.
Training is due to begin on Monday the 28th of September from four to five (4pm to 5pm).
All the schools in Adamstown will be involved in this venture by the Adamstown Soccer Club.
Please see information on the FAI Intercultural Football programme above. This link http://www.fai.ie/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=41&Itemid=69 will also take you directly to the FAI Pages for the programme.Should you require any further info please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Tom
Training is due to begin on Monday the 28th of September from four to five (4pm to 5pm).
All the schools in Adamstown will be involved in this venture by the Adamstown Soccer Club.
Please see information on the FAI Intercultural Football programme above. This link http://www.fai.ie/index.php?option=com_content&view=category&layout=blog&id=41&Itemid=69 will also take you directly to the FAI Pages for the programme.Should you require any further info please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Tom
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Pre-Enrolment Form September 2009
Download the original attachment
Adamstown Castle Educate Together
Pre-enrolment Form
Please return form to: Adamstown Castle ETNS, Station Rd., Adamstown, Co. Dublin
Forms should be returned by post only; please include a stamped addressed envelope
INFORMATION ON CHILD TO BE PRE-ENROLLED
Childs First Name:
Childs Last Name/Surname:
Date of Birth:
School Year for which child is being pre-enrolled – please circle 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
Class for which child is being pre-enrolled, please circle:
Junior Infants Senior Infants First Class Second Class Third Class Fourth Class Fifth Class Sixth Class
* Children have to be 4 by September 1st, for entry to Junior Infant Class
PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION
First Name(s): Last Name/ Surname:
Contact Address:
Phone Numbers:
E-mail :
(The information provided may be used for the planning of educational provision in this area)
I understand that the receipt of a pre-enrolment form does not guarantee that the child will be offered a place.
I understand that it is my responsibility to inform Adamstown Castle ETNS of any change of address, telephone number, or other relevant circumstances.
I understand that if I have not replied to a confirmed offer of a place for my child within 14 days of that offer being made, I will have forfeited my Child's place on the pre-enrolment list.
A copy of the full pre-enrolment rules may be obtained from Educate Together or online www.educatetogether.ie
Parents Signature:
____________________________________________________________
Name in Print:
Please tick here if you do not want to receive further information ¨
Adamstown Castle Educate Together
Pre-enrolment Form
Please return form to: Adamstown Castle ETNS, Station Rd., Adamstown, Co. Dublin
Forms should be returned by post only; please include a stamped addressed envelope
INFORMATION ON CHILD TO BE PRE-ENROLLED
Childs First Name:
Childs Last Name/Surname:
Date of Birth:
School Year for which child is being pre-enrolled – please circle 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013
Class for which child is being pre-enrolled, please circle:
Junior Infants Senior Infants First Class Second Class Third Class Fourth Class Fifth Class Sixth Class
* Children have to be 4 by September 1st, for entry to Junior Infant Class
PARENT/GUARDIAN INFORMATION
First Name(s): Last Name/ Surname:
Contact Address:
Phone Numbers:
E-mail :
(The information provided may be used for the planning of educational provision in this area)
I understand that the receipt of a pre-enrolment form does not guarantee that the child will be offered a place.
I understand that it is my responsibility to inform Adamstown Castle ETNS of any change of address, telephone number, or other relevant circumstances.
I understand that if I have not replied to a confirmed offer of a place for my child within 14 days of that offer being made, I will have forfeited my Child's place on the pre-enrolment list.
A copy of the full pre-enrolment rules may be obtained from Educate Together or online www.educatetogether.ie
Parents Signature:
____________________________________________________________
Name in Print:
Please tick here if you do not want to receive further information ¨
Sunday, September 13, 2009
Parents' Association
Parents' Association Committee Meeting September 2009
Minutes of meeting held on 10th from 7:30-8:45 p.m.
Attendees: Sofia,Olga, Richel, Rahul, Rao, Tina, Tom
* PA constitution: Discussed and approved by all present. Aftergetting feedback from BoM it will be published
* Committee: We elected the following 6 members of the committee,which would be active for 1 year. 1. Olga Knntora, 2. Rahul Seth, 3. Juna Rosaies 4. Tina Brescanu (Secretary) 5. Sofia Alberty (Treasurer) 6. Hanumantha Rao (Chairperson)In addition, following 3 from BoM would be on the committee as well: 1. Tom Moriarty 2. Meena 3. KazbekWe have few places open, which would be filled in due course.
* Bank account: Sofia briefed problems in opening account for PA withPermanent TSB. We'll try with AIB next before approaching TSB again.
* Renting hall for private parties: We felt it is important to havethis option open for parents and discussed on various operationalissues. Since BoM rejected our 1st proposal we decided to go back tothe Board with new proposal including terms and possible actions tocounter any issues associated with this.
* School Uniform policy: Since BoM suggested to PA to think onintroducing tracksuit we discussed briefly on the feasibility of it.We went over the cost associated with it, and the color/design. Thediscussion was inconclusive and we decided to revisit this once newparents join the committee
* Class meetings for new parents: Tom informed that there will beclass meetings for new parents in coming days. PA would like to usethat as platform to welcome new parents. Once we know the schedule,some of us would go to such meetings.
* Calendar: We want to design a Calendar for Adamstown school, whichwill be used to raise funds. PA will write to the BoM on this idea,and also to parents to solicit their active participation.
* School Logo competition: We discussed on options available for PA tosuggest a Logo for the school. We thought the best way to involveparents is to run a competition with a prize for the winner. We asknominations from parents and the competition day would be a socialmorning/evening/night on one of the weekends in October. More detailssoon.
Actions:
1. Sofia/Rao to follow on opening Bank account
2. Rao to write to BoM on renting school hall
3. Rao to follow with Tom on class meetings and inform othersaccordingly
4. Tina to lead the efforts on Calendar5. Olga to lead the Logo competition.
Thanks and RegardsHanumantha (Rao)
Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Welcome to the Academic Year - 2009/10
Dear Parent/Guardian,
Welcome back to the new school year 2009/2010. We hope you all had a wonderful summer.
At this new start, we should also be aware of preventing the spread of swine flu in our community. In particular, it is vital that we learn to promote good habits of respiratory etiquette and learn to recognise the symptoms of swine flu.
With the view to preventing the spread of the virus in our community, it is advised that the children practice good respiratory and cough etiquette both at home and school.
Also, while there is a minimal risk of infection, please provide your child(ren) with a clean face cloth everyday to dry his/her hands and a ziplock cover to take home the soiled towel. Please provide your child(ren) with disposable tissues to use while coughing or sneezing. You may also wish to provide your child(ren) with a small antibacterial hand gel to keep their little hands clean.
Please be advised that the school will function as normal unless advised otherwise by the Health Board. We would advise that you read the enclosed leaflet and retain this information for future reference.
Further information about this can be obtained from the following websites:
www.swineflu.ie
www.dohc.ie
www.hpsc.ie
www.educatetogether.ie
Wishing you and your family all the very best in this new school year,
Warm Regards
Meena Baskarasubramanian
Chairperson – Board of Management
Welcome back to the new school year 2009/2010. We hope you all had a wonderful summer.
At this new start, we should also be aware of preventing the spread of swine flu in our community. In particular, it is vital that we learn to promote good habits of respiratory etiquette and learn to recognise the symptoms of swine flu.
With the view to preventing the spread of the virus in our community, it is advised that the children practice good respiratory and cough etiquette both at home and school.
Also, while there is a minimal risk of infection, please provide your child(ren) with a clean face cloth everyday to dry his/her hands and a ziplock cover to take home the soiled towel. Please provide your child(ren) with disposable tissues to use while coughing or sneezing. You may also wish to provide your child(ren) with a small antibacterial hand gel to keep their little hands clean.
Please be advised that the school will function as normal unless advised otherwise by the Health Board. We would advise that you read the enclosed leaflet and retain this information for future reference.
Further information about this can be obtained from the following websites:
www.swineflu.ie
www.dohc.ie
www.hpsc.ie
www.educatetogether.ie
Wishing you and your family all the very best in this new school year,
Warm Regards
Meena Baskarasubramanian
Chairperson – Board of Management
Tuesday, June 2, 2009
Intercultural Day 7th June
There is an intercultural day happening on Sunday at 15.00hrs 7th June, in the school hall. Our parents are organising this. Children who are performing dances with Milli must dress 'smart casual'.
Monday, May 25, 2009
Green Schools Meeting Friday 27th May 2009.
During today's Green Schools meeting a number of important issues were discussed namely our yard cleaning rota and the establishment of a Green School's Notice board.
Unfortunately last weeks cleaning rota was not implemented sucesssfully as weather conditions prevented the children collecting rubbish at the times they were appointed to. We have altered this rota a little, providing more flexibility for the yard rubbish pickers.
Another matter which we discussed was the establishment of a Green Schools Notice Board. This shall be erected in the school over the course of the next few weeks. It shall outline Green Schools responsibilities for both staff and students. It is located at the end of the downstairs corridor near the gym. (feel free to check it out!) Each of the Green School's Commitee members have been delegated a responsibility with regard to establishing this notice board.
Also a letter shall shortly be sent to all parents explaining exactly what the Green Schools Commitee is.
Our next meeting is scheduled for Friday 29th May.
Unfortunately last weeks cleaning rota was not implemented sucesssfully as weather conditions prevented the children collecting rubbish at the times they were appointed to. We have altered this rota a little, providing more flexibility for the yard rubbish pickers.
Another matter which we discussed was the establishment of a Green Schools Notice Board. This shall be erected in the school over the course of the next few weeks. It shall outline Green Schools responsibilities for both staff and students. It is located at the end of the downstairs corridor near the gym. (feel free to check it out!) Each of the Green School's Commitee members have been delegated a responsibility with regard to establishing this notice board.
Also a letter shall shortly be sent to all parents explaining exactly what the Green Schools Commitee is.
Our next meeting is scheduled for Friday 29th May.
Friday, May 22, 2009
Communication May 2009
Visit to Dail Eireann: Our fifth and sixth class visited Dail Eireann (Irish Parliament) on Thursday. They travelled by public transport to the city centre
Adamstown Race: The first annual 8k race will take place on Sunday 24th . As this is the first fundraising event we would ask you to support this race by taking part or by turning up to cheer the participants along. Thank you to those who have volunteered their time to act as marshals at the event.
New Parents’ Night: This will be held on the 3rd of June at 8 O’Clock.
Enrolment: We are still enrolling children in to our classes. If you know of anyone who intends to send their child(ren) to this school next year please suggest that they inform the office as soon as possible. If you already enrolled you child in the school and have not received any offer from us: please contact the office immediately.
School Website: Our website, as you know, is up and running. On this website there is a link to the blog which contains up to date information on the day to day activities in our school. Please be assured that no individual photographs of your child will be published on the web. However, we would like to publish group photos: it is your responsibility to inform the school if you do not wish to have your child’s photo on our website.
Child Not Returning: If you are aware that your child will not be returning to school next year it is vital that you inform the school in writing so that we can offer a place to another child on the list.
School Tours: At this time of year it is customary for classes to go on field trips. The class teachers will let you know shortly of the details.
Sports Day: Sports day will be on the 11th of June at the hockey pitch and athletics track across from Superquinn. You will be given more information closer to the date.
Tara Leaving: Tara will be leaving (career break) us at the end of the school year to take up a position in university in New York. She has been a brilliant member of staff and we sincerely wish her the very best in her new role as a teacher of teachers.
Green Schools: The green initiative is really going a pace thanks to our energetic green schools committee. On Wednesday we had an environmental awareness day where the children examined the amount of waste that is generated by the school in one week. Martha is our green schools staff coordinator: we are looking for a parent who has an interest in this area to get involved on this committee.
Inter Cultural Day: The Parents’ Association are organising an intercultural day on the 7th of June in the school from 3pm to 6pm. Class Allocation: Our class arrangement for next year is as follows:
Junior Infants: Joanna
Senior Infants: Martha
First Class: Freda
Second/Third Classes: Lara
4th/5th/6th: Dermot
Language Support: Grainne and Tom
Learning Support: Ita
Because of the increase in pupil teacher ratio and the reduction in the number of language teachers there will be a noticeable increase in the class size. A number of teachers will engage collaboratively with Dermot in a team teaching approach whereby certain teachers will have direct responsibility for certain areas of the curriculum in individual classes.
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Environmental Awareness Assembly Review
Green Schools: Minutes from last meeting.
After discussing the success of our Environmental awareness assembly the Green Schools commitee decided that on a whole they felt that the assembly went very well. They feel that it was successful in its efforts to create greater awareness about Environmental care. They felt that the display of rubbish sorting went very well however they decided that this would be more effective if it was carried out by each individual class teacher whereby the children would have an opportunity to see up close the different bins into which their rubbish should be placed.
Over the nest couple of weeks the commitee decided that they would like to set up 3 bins in each classroom; one for domestic waste, one for compost and one for recyclable waste. They decided that these bins would need to be colour coded so chidlren can associate a certain bin with a certain coloured label from as early as Junior Infants.
With regard to the speeches and questions which were presented/asked by both the teacher and the children, the green schools commitee agreed that in future these would need to be kept to a minimum unless there is a microphone available.
Other issues which the commitee discussed were the possibility of setting up a Green Schools Notice Board within the school and also the possibility of putting into practice a Yard Cleaning Rota. These shall be reviewed in our next meeting: 22nd May.
After discussing the success of our Environmental awareness assembly the Green Schools commitee decided that on a whole they felt that the assembly went very well. They feel that it was successful in its efforts to create greater awareness about Environmental care. They felt that the display of rubbish sorting went very well however they decided that this would be more effective if it was carried out by each individual class teacher whereby the children would have an opportunity to see up close the different bins into which their rubbish should be placed.
Over the nest couple of weeks the commitee decided that they would like to set up 3 bins in each classroom; one for domestic waste, one for compost and one for recyclable waste. They decided that these bins would need to be colour coded so chidlren can associate a certain bin with a certain coloured label from as early as Junior Infants.
With regard to the speeches and questions which were presented/asked by both the teacher and the children, the green schools commitee agreed that in future these would need to be kept to a minimum unless there is a microphone available.
Other issues which the commitee discussed were the possibility of setting up a Green Schools Notice Board within the school and also the possibility of putting into practice a Yard Cleaning Rota. These shall be reviewed in our next meeting: 22nd May.
Walk on Wednesday; Green Schools Walk to School
Walk on Wednesday!
May 20th
Dear Parents and Students,
Our school is trying to achieve the Green Flag. In order to attain this we need to become more environmentally aware and so, this Wednesday is W.O.W Day ; Walk on Wednesday. We are encouraging all children to walk to school.
To make this day a little more exciting we are organising a costume competition, we would like all children to come in costume to school. The best dressed/funniest dressed child from each class shall be awarded a special certificate and a little prize. We would like all children to participate in this.
Looking forward to seeing what ye come up with!
Green Schools Commitee
May 20th
Dear Parents and Students,
Our school is trying to achieve the Green Flag. In order to attain this we need to become more environmentally aware and so, this Wednesday is W.O.W Day ; Walk on Wednesday. We are encouraging all children to walk to school.
To make this day a little more exciting we are organising a costume competition, we would like all children to come in costume to school. The best dressed/funniest dressed child from each class shall be awarded a special certificate and a little prize. We would like all children to participate in this.
Looking forward to seeing what ye come up with!
Green Schools Commitee
Monday, May 18, 2009
Parents' Association
Parents' Association Meeting 14th May 09 Minutes
Present:Juna, Tom, Rao, Sofia, Wasen, Anne, Sarah, Shemsa
Minutes:
1. Cultural event: Discussed on how do do we proceed further on theevent organization. Tom suggested us to chat with Gráinne (One of theteachers) to share her views on this. Sofia will meet Gráinne onMonday morning. We want to send letters to all parents by Wednesday toparticipate in this event.
2. Break Period: We want to know how students break periods are beinghandled in the school so that we may contribute to it if required.We'll talk to Tom in next meeting on this.
3. Next coffee morning would be on 19th Tuesday at 8.45 am. Tom wouldsend notice to parents on Monday.4. Next meeting on 28th at 7.30 pm
Present:Juna, Tom, Rao, Sofia, Wasen, Anne, Sarah, Shemsa
Minutes:
1. Cultural event: Discussed on how do do we proceed further on theevent organization. Tom suggested us to chat with Gráinne (One of theteachers) to share her views on this. Sofia will meet Gráinne onMonday morning. We want to send letters to all parents by Wednesday toparticipate in this event.
2. Break Period: We want to know how students break periods are beinghandled in the school so that we may contribute to it if required.We'll talk to Tom in next meeting on this.
3. Next coffee morning would be on 19th Tuesday at 8.45 am. Tom wouldsend notice to parents on Monday.4. Next meeting on 28th at 7.30 pm
Friday, May 15, 2009
Story Sacks
Every Wednesday between 10 and 12 we are having 'Story Sack' session in the Parents Room. This is a fun way to contribute to the school and bring out your artistic talent. Don't worry, you won't be working in the classrooms but you will be doing a fun thing for the benefit of the kids in the school. COME ALONG and lets be kids again.
COFFEE MORNING
The Parents' Association will be holding a Coffee Morning on Tuesday next at 9 am. Please come along and meet with other members of the school community.
Agreed Report Board of Management 14th May 2009
The Board met on the 14th of May
Those in attendance: Meena, Sarah, Pia, Andrea, Tom, Mili, Ita
Apologies: Kazbek
Agreed Report:
Those in attendance: Meena, Sarah, Pia, Andrea, Tom, Mili, Ita
Apologies: Kazbek
Agreed Report:
- GREEN SCHOOLS:Tom and Ita will represent the BOM on the Green School's Committee
- SCHOOL PLANS: English and Maths School plans are nearing completion
- HATCH WINDOW: A new window was put in at a cost of 860 euro plus vat.
- BALLET: We expect ballet to commence in the next school year
- ET FUNDRAISER: The board is making a contribution of two hundred euro to the ET fundraising initiative.
- TEACHER CONTRACTS: The board has decided to renew the contracts of the temporary teachers for the coming year pending department sanction.
- LIBRARY BOOKS:The board has agreed to provide three hundred euro per class for the purchase of library books
- ICT: The board has decided to look into the setting up of thin client network in the school. It is waiting advice from parents,staff and IT experts.
- PTA REQUEST: The board has agreed to the request from PTA to use the PE hall for the multicultural evening on 7th June
- RENTING FOR PARTIES:The board has decided to discuss the request from PTA to rent the hall for birthday parties further and will make a decision at a later meeting.
- UNIFORM POLICY: The board discussed the request from PTA about the uniforms and has agreed to look into the introduction of a voluntary school tracksuit for PE activities. The board also gives permission for the PTA to come up with the colour and design of the tracksuit and submit the proposal to the board.
- NEW PARENTS NIGHT: The new parents night will be held on the 3rd of June.
- NOISE FROM SCHOOL AT WEEKENDS: The board discussed the complaints from the neighbours about the noise from the school at weekends and has decided that Meena and Tom will meet the representatives of the tenants with a view to resolving this issue. The board has given permission to terminate the contract with four weeks notice should this problem continue.
Thursday, May 7, 2009
Staff Meeting
Reminder
Dear Parents,
There is a staff meeting tomorrow friday the 8th of May. The children will go home at 12.10
Tom
Dear Parents,
There is a staff meeting tomorrow friday the 8th of May. The children will go home at 12.10
Tom
Wednesday, May 6, 2009
Green Schools Committee
In Attendance: Tom M, Ruth,
Esker ETNS:Sumayaya (3rd), Aya (3rd), Casper (3rd), Hassan (6th),
ACETNS:Moses (5th), Noor (3rd), Naila (5th), Jed (3rd).
Venue: Old Staff Room @ 12.30, April 30th
1. Discussed why we should do the Green Schools: To make the school cleaner, help the environment,
2. Discussed the seven step process:
STEP 1: Need a review, identify the problem areas, rubbish, bins, teachers' bins, photocopying
Note what we are good at
Review: monitor the bins in the class rooms, do up a questionnaire
Action: Monitor the bins for two weeks,check the litter in the classrooms everyday, after breaktime check the litter in the yard.
Lights: Monitor the lights, electrical equipment and water usage in own classes.
Sumayya, Aya, NAila, Noor will devise a checklist
We will check classes to see what is reusable
Moses and Hassin will check the displays
Monitor the notes home to see if it would be better to use a web based system
CHEWING GUM: Identify the problem and source of the problem.
Tom will get a si=gn and a small bin.
PRIORITY:
Show it is a problem: We will need to get evidence
Rubbish mountain
Chewing gum awareness day will involve parents' and teachers
one weeks litter in the yard
Water Meter
Wednesday 13th - rubbish mountain
chewing gum awareness day
litter in the yard
Wednesday 6th - read water meter
Wednesday 5th- Start monitoring
Esker ETNS:Sumayaya (3rd), Aya (3rd), Casper (3rd), Hassan (6th),
ACETNS:Moses (5th), Noor (3rd), Naila (5th), Jed (3rd).
Venue: Old Staff Room @ 12.30, April 30th
1. Discussed why we should do the Green Schools: To make the school cleaner, help the environment,
2. Discussed the seven step process:
STEP 1: Need a review, identify the problem areas, rubbish, bins, teachers' bins, photocopying
Note what we are good at
Review: monitor the bins in the class rooms, do up a questionnaire
Action: Monitor the bins for two weeks,check the litter in the classrooms everyday, after breaktime check the litter in the yard.
Lights: Monitor the lights, electrical equipment and water usage in own classes.
Sumayya, Aya, NAila, Noor will devise a checklist
We will check classes to see what is reusable
Moses and Hassin will check the displays
Monitor the notes home to see if it would be better to use a web based system
CHEWING GUM: Identify the problem and source of the problem.
Tom will get a si=gn and a small bin.
PRIORITY:
Show it is a problem: We will need to get evidence
Rubbish mountain
Chewing gum awareness day will involve parents' and teachers
one weeks litter in the yard
Water Meter
Wednesday 13th - rubbish mountain
chewing gum awareness day
litter in the yard
Wednesday 6th - read water meter
Wednesday 5th- Start monitoring
2nd April Parents' Association
Here are PA meeting minutes held on 2nd April 2009 at 7:30 pm atACETNS.
The meeting minutes were signed off on 30th April meeting.
Attendants :Sofia, Rao, Tina, Amm Abdul, Chucks, Kazbek, Meena, Yemisi and Tunde
1. Discussed in brief on how PA can involve in setting up schoolpolicies. Meena asked Parents to discuss and suggest ideas/views onthe following policies to the Board:
(a) Relationship & Sexual Education policy
(b) Ethics committee
(c) SwimmingWe debated on the need for the Sexual policy for some time.
We need to contact other schools/associations to get bigger picture of the issue.
2. Communication with Parents: Want to have a notice board near the entrance and a box forsuggestions.
3. Representation to Adamstown VEC from Parents: Chuck volunteered to represent
4. Coffee morning: We had good response to the coffee morning on 2ndMarch.
Decided to continue this event. Next one on 28th March
5. Social event: Strong urge to have social events for Parents and Children. Someideas floated are: Football, Car boot sale, group jogging, fun games
Actions:Rao to follow up with Tom on notice boardEveryone to think on social event to be held soon.
ThanksRao
The meeting minutes were signed off on 30th April meeting.
Attendants :Sofia, Rao, Tina, Amm Abdul, Chucks, Kazbek, Meena, Yemisi and Tunde
1. Discussed in brief on how PA can involve in setting up schoolpolicies. Meena asked Parents to discuss and suggest ideas/views onthe following policies to the Board:
(a) Relationship & Sexual Education policy
(b) Ethics committee
(c) SwimmingWe debated on the need for the Sexual policy for some time.
We need to contact other schools/associations to get bigger picture of the issue.
2. Communication with Parents: Want to have a notice board near the entrance and a box forsuggestions.
3. Representation to Adamstown VEC from Parents: Chuck volunteered to represent
4. Coffee morning: We had good response to the coffee morning on 2ndMarch.
Decided to continue this event. Next one on 28th March
5. Social event: Strong urge to have social events for Parents and Children. Someideas floated are: Football, Car boot sale, group jogging, fun games
Actions:Rao to follow up with Tom on notice boardEveryone to think on social event to be held soon.
ThanksRao
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Parents Association Meeting 30th April
Attendants:Juna Rosaies, Maria Cristina, Rahul, Titilayo, Tom, Rao, Tina, Kazbek
Minutes:
1. Cultural Event:We decided to hold cultural event on June 7th at 3 pm. Every countrywould represent a unit and mutually exchange their culture. Itinvolves food/music/story/cloths/short presentation on country'sculture.
2. Next Coffee morning on 13th May at Griffen Avenue Educate together,Lucan
3. Policies: Tom would get someone (Sean O'Cassidy) to brief parentsabout Relationship and Sexuality policy before Summer4. Uniforms: PA would write to the Board of management to discuss theissue and get back to PA
5. Translation Service: Ask parents for their language skill input intranslation of notes, policies, etc.
6. Adamstown Road Race: Tom updated on the 8K road race to be held on24th. Decided to send letter to parents soliciting their activepartnership to make this event a success.
7. Green School: Tom informed that we aim for green flag by 1010.Students council need a representation from PA to join the greencommittee. Any volunteers?
8. Logo for ACETNS: Tom informed that we need to campaign for the Logofor the school.
9. Renting the school for social events: Mainly for Sports andBirthday parties. PA would write to the Board to discuss the issue andget back to PA
10. Fund raising: A couple of thoughts like design and sell schoolpost cards and sell toys to raise funds.
11. Next meeting on 14th May at 7:30 pm
Actions:
1. Meet soon to discuss Cultural event logistics
2. Tina to write to the BOM on Uniforms and Renting school for socialevents
3. Tom to distribute letters to Parents on road race
ThanksRao
Minutes:
1. Cultural Event:We decided to hold cultural event on June 7th at 3 pm. Every countrywould represent a unit and mutually exchange their culture. Itinvolves food/music/story/cloths/short presentation on country'sculture.
2. Next Coffee morning on 13th May at Griffen Avenue Educate together,Lucan
3. Policies: Tom would get someone (Sean O'Cassidy) to brief parentsabout Relationship and Sexuality policy before Summer4. Uniforms: PA would write to the Board of management to discuss theissue and get back to PA
5. Translation Service: Ask parents for their language skill input intranslation of notes, policies, etc.
6. Adamstown Road Race: Tom updated on the 8K road race to be held on24th. Decided to send letter to parents soliciting their activepartnership to make this event a success.
7. Green School: Tom informed that we aim for green flag by 1010.Students council need a representation from PA to join the greencommittee. Any volunteers?
8. Logo for ACETNS: Tom informed that we need to campaign for the Logofor the school.
9. Renting the school for social events: Mainly for Sports andBirthday parties. PA would write to the Board to discuss the issue andget back to PA
10. Fund raising: A couple of thoughts like design and sell schoolpost cards and sell toys to raise funds.
11. Next meeting on 14th May at 7:30 pm
Actions:
1. Meet soon to discuss Cultural event logistics
2. Tina to write to the BOM on Uniforms and Renting school for socialevents
3. Tom to distribute letters to Parents on road race
ThanksRao
Friday, May 1, 2009
Adamstown Road Race
The Adamstown Road Race will be held on the 24th of May. All proceeds will go to the Adamstown Schools.
Support Your School By:
Running or walking in the race
Circulating information on this race in your place of work or among your friends and associates
Volunteering your time to help make this race a success
Sourcing and securing sponsorship be it financial or otherwise
Check out the link on our website at acetns.ie or on Adamstown.ie
ThankYou,
The Parents’ Association
To the Parents’ Association
I will run or walk
I can source sponsorship
I would like to volunteer
I will circulate information
Signed (Parent/Guardian) …………………………..
Contact Number: ……………………………
Child’s Name: ………………………….
Child’s Class ………………………….
Please leave in the Green Post Box at the Door
Thanks Again,
The Parents’ Association
Support Your School By:
Running or walking in the race
Circulating information on this race in your place of work or among your friends and associates
Volunteering your time to help make this race a success
Sourcing and securing sponsorship be it financial or otherwise
Check out the link on our website at acetns.ie or on Adamstown.ie
ThankYou,
The Parents’ Association
To the Parents’ Association
I will run or walk
I can source sponsorship
I would like to volunteer
I will circulate information
Signed (Parent/Guardian) …………………………..
Contact Number: ……………………………
Child’s Name: ………………………….
Child’s Class ………………………….
Please leave in the Green Post Box at the Door
Thanks Again,
The Parents’ Association
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Students' Council
The Students's council will be holding a joint meeting with Esker's Student council to discuss green issues in the school and plan our approach to achieving a green flag for both our schools.
Watch this space for the outcome of this meeting.
Watch this space for the outcome of this meeting.
Parentsd Association
Parents' Association
The Parents' Association is meeting on Thursday at 7.30pm in room two, please come along.
The Parents' Association is meeting on Thursday at 7.30pm in room two, please come along.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
Friday, April 24, 2009
Minutes of the Parents' Association
Hi everyone,
We had Parents Association meeting on 19th March 2009 at 7:30 pm atACETNS and discussed various items. The meeting minutes were signedoff on 2nd April meeting.
Meeting Minutes:0. attendants : Tom, Sofia, Rao, Tina, Monija, Olga1.
Assigned roles and responsibilities like Chair: Hanumantha Rao Marepalli (Rao) Secretary: Tina Brescanu Treasurer: Sofia Alberty2.
Frequency of the meeting: Every 2 weeks, and next meeting on 2ndApril3. Operate as Teacher/Parent association - want a teacherparticipation at every meeting4.
Identified following items to discuss:
(a) Uniforms
(b) Health check-ups by Public health folks
(c) Socialising
(d) Translation Service5.
A couple of ideas were discussed on Socialising aspect:
(a) A Coffee morning at 8:45 am on 24th March and continue thetradition every month
(b) A Parent's night (need to discuss further)
(c) Park visit with other Educate together schools in Lucan area.6. Tom informed the association that a Road race (5 miles) is beingheld on 24th May at Adamstown.
We need volunteers as the school wouldbe used to host participants
ThanksRao
We had Parents Association meeting on 19th March 2009 at 7:30 pm atACETNS and discussed various items. The meeting minutes were signedoff on 2nd April meeting.
Meeting Minutes:0. attendants : Tom, Sofia, Rao, Tina, Monija, Olga1.
Assigned roles and responsibilities like Chair: Hanumantha Rao Marepalli (Rao) Secretary: Tina Brescanu Treasurer: Sofia Alberty2.
Frequency of the meeting: Every 2 weeks, and next meeting on 2ndApril3. Operate as Teacher/Parent association - want a teacherparticipation at every meeting4.
Identified following items to discuss:
(a) Uniforms
(b) Health check-ups by Public health folks
(c) Socialising
(d) Translation Service5.
A couple of ideas were discussed on Socialising aspect:
(a) A Coffee morning at 8:45 am on 24th March and continue thetradition every month
(b) A Parent's night (need to discuss further)
(c) Park visit with other Educate together schools in Lucan area.6. Tom informed the association that a Road race (5 miles) is beingheld on 24th May at Adamstown.
We need volunteers as the school wouldbe used to host participants
ThanksRao
Newsletter April 2009
Parents' Coffee Morning
The Parents' Association is having its coffee morning on Tuesday at nine o'clock in the staff morning. Please, if you are around, come in for a cuppa and meet other members of our school society. Thanks to the Committee of the parents association for organising this.
Family Fun Day
Enjoy the free entertainment for children and parents:
10:30 am face painting
11:15 Show for children and talk for parents by Author Oisin McGann " Encourage your child to read"
12 noon: Share your creative skills by taking part in the "MAke a Book" art workshop for parents and children.
Bring along a gas/ESB/phone bill with your name and address and your family can join there and then!
Phone Lucan Library at 6216422
Adamstown Road Race
Adamstown Road race will be held on the 24th of May.
This is a major fundraising event for the school and is supported by the South Dublin Co.Co. and the Developers. We are looking for your support; You can do this by running! helping at the school on the day, advertising this event or if you could source some sponsorship it would be great.
We hope to have an attempt at the Irish record.
Google Calendar
Please keep an eye on the google calendar for an update of events in the school.
GAA
The GAA are holding coaching sessions for our senior infants at 1:30 on Thursdays and for 1st to 6th at 2: 30. You must fill in the form sent to you for your child to partake. Those children who are not members of Adamstown GAA will be charged 1 euro per session.
Normal training sessions for the Adamstown Club take place on Saturday mornings at the school.
Materials Money
Payment for materials for the coming school year will be due in June.
Playball
Sessions starting next week. If you have any enquiries please call Fintan at 0879012464
Adult English Classes
If you are interested in free one to one English classes please contact the office
Thrush Family
We have a thrush family after taking up residence on the school grounds. The parents have been flying around (as parents do) for the last while feeding their clutch of young fledglings. The nest is in the tree by the gate to the basketball courts.
Tae Kwando
We have tae kwando in the school on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays for adults and children. If you are interested in joining up contact Val Douglas at 0863200782 for more information.
Hip Hop
We also have hip hop dance in the school on Monday afternoons. If you are interested contact the office.
The Parents' Association is having its coffee morning on Tuesday at nine o'clock in the staff morning. Please, if you are around, come in for a cuppa and meet other members of our school society. Thanks to the Committee of the parents association for organising this.
Family Fun Day
Enjoy the free entertainment for children and parents:
10:30 am face painting
11:15 Show for children and talk for parents by Author Oisin McGann " Encourage your child to read"
12 noon: Share your creative skills by taking part in the "MAke a Book" art workshop for parents and children.
Bring along a gas/ESB/phone bill with your name and address and your family can join there and then!
Phone Lucan Library at 6216422
Adamstown Road Race
Adamstown Road race will be held on the 24th of May.
This is a major fundraising event for the school and is supported by the South Dublin Co.Co. and the Developers. We are looking for your support; You can do this by running! helping at the school on the day, advertising this event or if you could source some sponsorship it would be great.
We hope to have an attempt at the Irish record.
Google Calendar
Please keep an eye on the google calendar for an update of events in the school.
GAA
The GAA are holding coaching sessions for our senior infants at 1:30 on Thursdays and for 1st to 6th at 2: 30. You must fill in the form sent to you for your child to partake. Those children who are not members of Adamstown GAA will be charged 1 euro per session.
Normal training sessions for the Adamstown Club take place on Saturday mornings at the school.
Materials Money
Payment for materials for the coming school year will be due in June.
Playball
Sessions starting next week. If you have any enquiries please call Fintan at 0879012464
Adult English Classes
If you are interested in free one to one English classes please contact the office
Thrush Family
We have a thrush family after taking up residence on the school grounds. The parents have been flying around (as parents do) for the last while feeding their clutch of young fledglings. The nest is in the tree by the gate to the basketball courts.
Tae Kwando
We have tae kwando in the school on Mondays, Wednesdays and Saturdays for adults and children. If you are interested in joining up contact Val Douglas at 0863200782 for more information.
Hip Hop
We also have hip hop dance in the school on Monday afternoons. If you are interested contact the office.
Tuesday, April 21, 2009
Playball
Play ball is an exciting way to introduce your child to athletics. It is recognised by the athletics association of Ireland and has been very successful in a number of schools in the city. If you are interested in your child partaking please inform the school office.This is for junior infants and senior infants only.
The Playball term runs for 12 weeks and the cost is €70 (These details could not be included on the flyer so might be worth mentioning on the website). 1) Adamstown Castle Educate Together Playball classes will be held on each Tuesday after school. (Junior & Senior @ 1:20pm, 1st & 2nd @ 2:20pm). 2) Esker Educate Together Playball classes will be held on each Wednesday after school. (Junior & Senior @ 1:40pm, 1st & 2nd @ 2:40pm).
The Playball term runs for 12 weeks and the cost is €70 (These details could not be included on the flyer so might be worth mentioning on the website). 1) Adamstown Castle Educate Together Playball classes will be held on each Tuesday after school. (Junior & Senior @ 1:20pm, 1st & 2nd @ 2:20pm). 2) Esker Educate Together Playball classes will be held on each Wednesday after school. (Junior & Senior @ 1:40pm, 1st & 2nd @ 2:40pm).
Friday, March 27, 2009
GAA COACHING
Dear Parents
Adamstown GAA are offering Gaelic Football Coaching after school for your children starting the 25th April.
All they have to do is turn up after school with this simple form filled out. See posting below for permission slip.
Time : 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Venue : Adamstown Castle Educate Together National School
Cost : 1euro per child and free to all members of Adamstown GAA club
Date : Starts Thursday 23rd April
Age : Senior Infants and First class
Clothes: The children need trainers and tracksuits
Adamstown GAA are offering Gaelic Football Coaching after school for your children starting the 25th April.
All they have to do is turn up after school with this simple form filled out. See posting below for permission slip.
Time : 1.30pm to 2.30pm
Venue : Adamstown Castle Educate Together National School
Cost : 1euro per child and free to all members of Adamstown GAA club
Date : Starts Thursday 23rd April
Age : Senior Infants and First class
Clothes: The children need trainers and tracksuits
GAA permission slip
Permission slip
Name
Class
Phone Number
My child can attend After schools: Yes No
Any problems ring me
Clare Dowdall0851617718
Name
Class
Phone Number
My child can attend After schools: Yes No
Any problems ring me
Clare Dowdall0851617718
Thursday, March 19, 2009
Thanks To All ! ! !
The staff and children of A.C.E.T.N.S would like to thank all the parents and families for coming to our Céili. This was the first time that we organised such an event on our own. We were overwhelmed by the response. Almost everybody came and we even had some parents whose children will be starting next year.It was a fantastic night that brought the whole shool community together - it's a great sign for the future of our school. There will be photos on our website in one week.
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