16th, February 2026
Dear Parents/Guardians,
5th & 6th Class Essay Competition
5th & 6th class recently took part in a competition run by Nina Carberry MEP, where they had to write an essay outlining what they would do for our local area if they became an MEP. All the class worked very hard at their essays both in school and at home. We have been notified that Niall O’Rourke in 5th class has jointly won the competition with 3 other children. There were hundreds of entries across the Midlands-North-West constituency. Niall has won a trip to Brussels with his parents, and will be shown around the European Parliament by Nina Carberry. Well done to Niall and to all our entrants!
Credit Union Quiz
One of our Under 11 Quiz teams were victorious in the first round quiz in Skryne last week. They are through to the next round which takes place in the Lakeside Manor Hotel, Virginia on Friday 6th March at 7.30pm. We wish them the best of luck.
Pancake Tuesday
Tomorrow is Pancake Tuesday. We will be having a party for the children in the hall – drinks and crisps. If children would like to bring a pancake to school from home are welcome to do so. If you don’t want your child to have drink/crisps please let the class teacher know.
Rugby Training
The children in 3rd-6th class will have their second of four rugby training sessions this week.
Swimming
As the school is closed this Friday the next swimming lesson will take place on Friday February 27th.
7-a-side Gaelic Football
The boys’ and girls’ Gaelic Football 7-a-side competitions take place in Ratoath GFC on Wednesday February 25th. We will inform parents/guardians of the cost of the bus later in the week.
World Book Day Voucher
All children received a World Book Day Voucher (€1.50) last week which can be used to purchase selected books in selected stores. We will be celebrating World Book Day on March 5th.
School Closure
The school is closed on Thursday 19th February & Friday 20th February for the mid-term break.
Is Mise,
Seamus Tansley