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Well done to our two pupils who were prize winners in the recent colouring/art competition run by St. Mary’s GAA, Convoy for Seachtain na Gaeilge. Comhghairdeas!

Pupils from Ms. Haughey’s and Ms. King/Ms. Henderson’s class enjoying ‘Cluiche Biongó’ during Seachtain na Gaeilge.

Congratulations to our nine 6th Class pupils who received the Sacrament of Confirmation last Sunday 1st March. They were treated to an ‘Afternoon Tea’ on Tuesday.

Pupils across the school celebrated World Book Day by taking part in a lovely paired reading activity. Senior pupils teamed up with junior classes to share stories and enjoy reading together.

It was wonderful to see the older pupils helping and encouraging their younger reading partners. There were lots of smiles, great stories and a real love of books throughout the school.

Take a look at the photos below to see everyone enjoying their reading time!

Dear Parent(s),     

Admissions for 2026/27: Our deadline for applications was 13^th February. All late applications will be dealt with in accordance with our Admissions Policy. Letters of offer will be sent to those who have already applied.                                            

SSE Community Fund: We would like to acknowledge and thank SSE Renewables Meentycat and Culliagh Community Fund for the grant awarded for an upgrade to our school’s lighting. Work will be carried out over the Easter break.

Credit Union Quiz: Well done to 5^th Class pupils Conor Ward, Caiden Bonner, Ruairí Crossan and Edward Harkin who competed in the Ballybofey and Stranorlar Credit Union Quiz on Monday 9^th February. The team placed 5^th overall.  

Internet Safety Talk: Garda Brenda Healy visited senior classes on Tuesday 10^th February to speak to the pupils about safe internet use. This was part of Internet Safety Week.

St. Brigid Cross Making: Thank you to everyone who came along on Thursday 29th January to help with St Brigid’s Cross making. It was lovely to see so many people giving their time and sharing their skills. The children really enjoyed taking part and learning about this important tradition.

Sportshall Athletics: Well done to our 4 teams, made up from pupils in 3^rd-6^th Class, who took part in the Sportshall Athletics Competition on Tuesday 24^th February in St. Columba’s College, Stranorlar. They represented the school with pride in a variety of relay, jumping and throwing events. Our 3^rd and 4^th Class girls’ team have qualified for the county final to be held in March. A fantastic achievement!

Peaceplus Activities: All classes are travelling to Citadel Gymnastics for 4 weeks along with Glenmaquin N.S. and Convoy Joint N.S. Lessons will conclude on 11^th March for JI-3^rd and on 2^nd March for 4^th-6^th. Pupils may wear their own, comfortable clothing on these days.

School Website: We regularly update our school website with photos and news. Please find at www.drumkeenns.net

Book Fair: The Scholastic book fair will take place during the week of 2^nd March. A variety of books and stationery will be available for pupils to purchase.

Sacraments: Confirmations will take place in St. Mary’s Church, Convoy on Sunday 1st March at 1pm. We extend our best wishes to our nine 6^th Class pupils as they receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit on this special and significant occasion in their faith journey. Confessions for all 6^th Class pupils will take place on Friday during school time. First Confession to take place in St. Patrick’s Church, Drumkeen on Tuesday April 21st at 7pm.  First Holy Communions take place in St. Patrick’s Church, Drumkeen on Saturday May 16th at 11am.  Service of Light took place on Thursday 12th February at 7pm in St. Patrick’s Church. Thank you to Fr. Kelly for a lovely ceremony. Confirmation pupils visited St. Eunan’s Cathedral on Thursday 12th February along with Confirmation pupils from Convoy and Raphoe. Thank you again to Fr. Kelly for the informative, guided tour of the cathedral.

School Closures: The school will close Friday 13^th March to facilitate staff training in the new Primary Curriculum Framework. As per school calendar, the school will remain closed on Monday 16^th and Tuesday 17^th March. School closes on Friday 27^th March at 12pm for the Easter Holidays and will reopen on Monday the 13^th April.

School Opening Times: The school building opens at 9:10am to receive our pupils. Our official start time of the school day is 9:20am. We ask that all pupils are in school by 9:20am for morning activities.

Le Meas,     

Ms. N. Scanlan

On Tuesday 24th February, our 3rd–6th Class boys and girls proudly represented our school at the Regional Sportshall Athletics Competition. All pupils showed fantastic enthusiasm, teamwork and sportsmanship throughout the day and were a credit to the school. A special congratulations to our 3rd and 4th Class Girls team who performed brilliantly and have qualified for the County Final. We are very proud of all our athletes and wish the girls the very best in the next stage of the competition.

Thank you to Finn Valley AC coaches for visiting our school and allowing the children to try out some sportshall activities in preparation for our upcoming competition on 24th February.

Congratulations to our fantastic quiz team who proudly represented our school at the Ballybofey & Stranorlar Credit Union Quiz on Monday, 9th February.

Thank you to everyone who came along on Thursday 29th January to help with St Brigid’s Cross making. It was lovely to see so many people giving their time and sharing their skills.

The children really enjoyed taking part and learning about this important tradition. It is always nice to keep traditions like this alive and pass them on to the next generation.

We really appreciate the support of everyone who helped make the day so enjoyable.