Letter received today from DES:
"Further to the Department’s letter of 5th May to school principals, it has come to the attention of the Department that some post primary schools have/or are planning to have end of year celebrations that potentially undermine current public health guidelines.
Schools should not have end of year graduations ceremonies for sixth year students in whole year groups or facilitate the attendance of parents or other family members either on the school premises or in any other locations.
It is very important not to carry out any activities that may put sixth year students at risk of exposure to COVID-19 particularly in the last remaining days before the commencement of the Leaving Certificate examinations. Schools should also strongly encourage students to act responsibly and not to attend any social events such as ‘raves’ or other events leading to large congregations or smaller events in houses which greatly increase the risk of spreading COVID-19."
"Further to the Department’s letter of 5th May to school principals, it has come to the attention of the Department that some post primary schools have/or are planning to have end of year celebrations that potentially undermine current public health guidelines.
Schools should not have end of year graduations ceremonies for sixth year students in whole year groups or facilitate the attendance of parents or other family members either on the school premises or in any other locations.
It is very important not to carry out any activities that may put sixth year students at risk of exposure to COVID-19 particularly in the last remaining days before the commencement of the Leaving Certificate examinations. Schools should also strongly encourage students to act responsibly and not to attend any social events such as ‘raves’ or other events leading to large congregations or smaller events in houses which greatly increase the risk of spreading COVID-19."
STEM DOCUMENTARY
A really interesting mini-documentary here featuring young people in STEM. We are very proud to see past pupil Elora amongst them. It is a great source of pride to us that we have a long history of students pursuing careers in STEM and we hope that continues long in to the future.
mAY
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The month of May is an important time in the Catholic calendar where devotion to Mary is renewed and encouraged. There will be two prayer sessions for those who want to join in during lunch time on May 13th and 24th in Lecture Theatre. Everyone is welcome.
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Accredited grades updates
Condolences
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It is with deep regret that we announce the death of a beloved member of our school community, Mrs. Eileen Garvey. We send our deepest condolences to Clem and all the family.
A guard of honour comprising teachers, past pupils, Non Nobis Domine Choir & Shannon Musical Society members will be formed outside St. Patrick's Comprehensive School on this Tuesday (9th of February) at 10.20 am. Cortège will pass on its way to Church of St. John & Paul for 11.00 a.m. Mass, available to view on www.shannonparish.ie/webcam. Face coverings & social distancing to be observed. |
LAPTOP LOAN SCHEMEPlease note that our Laptop Loan Scheme has now closed. We were fortunate to be in a position to have a number of portable devices that could be used by students while online learning took place. We have now given out 50 laptops to students who needed the extra assistance with technology during remote learning.
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Information on school reopening - JANUARY 2021
Please continue to monitor this area for updated information on the reopening of schools. Click on the button below to see the latest release from the Department of Education.
The government has reversed its decision - all students including 6th years & special class students will have online rather than on-site learning. A letter for parents will be emailed to all students accounts tomorrow -we're planning on-line assemblies for Monday with presentations for students/parents. Thank you for your patience and understanding - we're doing our best to keep you updated as best we can. Stay safe & well.
The government has reversed its decision - all students including 6th years & special class students will have online rather than on-site learning. A letter for parents will be emailed to all students accounts tomorrow -we're planning on-line assemblies for Monday with presentations for students/parents. Thank you for your patience and understanding - we're doing our best to keep you updated as best we can. Stay safe & well.
Laptop loan scheme
Please note that all our devices have been loaned out and the scheme is now closed.
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2020/2021 by The Comp
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Back to school
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We are looking forward to welcoming students back on Monday as normal. The school continues to monitor the evolving situation regarding PPE recalls to ensure that the school continues in providing a safe learning environment for our students. We would like to add a word of appreciation to our neighbours St. Caimin's for their support.
#greatneighbours #allinthistogether |
Art Packs
Our amazing Art Dept have been working all week getting emergency art packs together for any of our art students that find they are running short or forgot to bring their supplies home with them in March. We have left them at 3 drop off points to be collected by an adult only, this can be parent/guardian /relation etc...
They collection points are:
1-Texaco-Shannon
2-Crowe’s shop-Sixmilebridge
3-Halpin’s garage & service station - Newmarket-on-fergus
Again a gentle reminder that these are emergency packs only so please don’t collect one if you are not short of supplies.
Art speaks where words are unable to explain.
They collection points are:
1-Texaco-Shannon
2-Crowe’s shop-Sixmilebridge
3-Halpin’s garage & service station - Newmarket-on-fergus
Again a gentle reminder that these are emergency packs only so please don’t collect one if you are not short of supplies.
Art speaks where words are unable to explain.
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Trip to Rome
Following consultation with the relevant authorities, the Board of Management regrets that it has reluctantly decided to cancel the proposed school trip to Rome.
This decision has been made with the health welfare and safety of the pupils, the school community and the wider community in mind.
This decision has been made with the health welfare and safety of the pupils, the school community and the wider community in mind.
