Halloween Disco
Thanks to our Parents Association for organising a fun, Halloween Disco for all our pupils. The party bags went down a treat!
Student Council
Introducing our new Student Council 24/25.
A Student Council is a democratic organisation within a school, consisting of students who are elected by their fellow students to represent their interests and concerns. It’s like a mini-government within the school community, where students have the opportunity to be active participants in shaping their educational environment.
They plan fun events, represent students, and make sure everyone’s voice is heard. They serve as both supportive guides and influential leaders within the student community.
October Newsletter
Dear Parent(s),
Aladdin Connect: All parents are asked to ensure they have access to Aladdin Connect, all communication, permissions and collection of monies will be carried out through this platform. We ask all parents to download the Aladdin Connect App.
Staffing: We would like to extend a warm welcome to our new permanent members of staff who joined us in October: Ms. Edel Bonner Special Needs Assistant and Ms. Marie Gallagher Special Education Teacher.
Swimming Lessons: Children from 3rd -6th Class took part in a 6 week swim block in the Finn Valley Leisure Centre. Well done to everyone and thank you to the Parents Association for providing finding for this.
Sacrament Dates: Confirmations: Sunday March 1st @ 1pm – St. Mary’s Church, Convoy. First Confession: Wednesday 2nd April @7pm- St. Patrick’s Church, Drumkeen. First Holy Communion: Saturday 17th May @11am – St. Patrick’s Church, Drumkeen.
Student Council: Elections took place on Friday 18th October. Our new Student Council members for 24/25 are: 1st/2nd Class: Matthew & Amy. 3rd Class: Daithí & Orlaith. 4th Class: Darragh & Sophia. 5th and 6th Class: Gareth & Erin. Well done to all candidates and those elected!
Hallowe’en: Children may dress up on Friday 25th October. The Parents Association are organising a disco in the hall for all classes. This will take place during the school day and children will receive a party bag. Thanks again to our Parents Association for this lovely treat! School closes at the normal time of 3pm on Friday 25th October and reopens on Monday November 4th 9.10am.
Parent Teacher Meetings: These will be held on Wednesday 13th November 2024 from 2:30pm – 6pm. School closes for all children at 2pm on the day. Bookings have been completed through Aladdin Connect.
Parents Association: Our PA held a successful AGM on Tuesday 1st October. Upcoming events were discussed including our school 5k which will take place on Friday 4th April. We would also like to thank our PA for funding the purchase of new football kits and PE equipment.
Carol Service: Our school carol service will take place in St. Patrick’s Church at 12pm on Wednesday 18th December. Tea/refreshments and Parents Association Christmas Raffle will take place in the hall afterwards.
Sports Grant: Our school has secured funding of a Sports Capital Grant for the development of an all-weather pitch with fencing and lighting. Thank you to all involved in making this happen.
School Website: Please check out our school website for updates of your child’s classroom activities. These can be found under the ‘Classes’ section. General updates can also be found under the ‘News’ section. Website can be found at www.drumkeenns.net
Drop off/Pick Up: We remind parents to use the one – way system around the back of the hall and drop off when driving past the school gate. Please be mindful not to block the entrance to the back of the hall if parking at collection times. Any pupils who need to be picked up early from school, please report to office and child will be brought over from their classroom.
Le Meas,
Ms. N. Scanlan