The Green School Committee recently carried out a fantastic litter-picking clean-up around the school grounds. Using litter pickers, gloves, and rubbish bags, the students worked hard to collect a huge amount of litter and help keep our school environment clean and tidy.

The committee showed great teamwork, responsibility, and care for the environment throughout the activity. Their hard work has made a big difference to the school grounds, and we are very proud of the excellent job they did. Well done to everyone involved!

From Ms Bates and Mr Joyce 

As always we had a lovely Grandparents’ Day this year. Our Grandparents / Special Visitors were first invited into the hall for a cuppa and some entertainment from the choir and Mr. Byrne’s 4th class. Our visitors then had the opportunity to visit the classrooms and have a catch up with the students and staff. Have a look below at the photos from the day which really captures the joyful and welcoming atmosphere that was felt on the day. 

Our school gathered together last week for a wonderful Rainbow Walk around the village of Ratoath. Each class level dressed in a different colour of the rainbow, creating a fantastic display as we walked through the village. 

The event was a huge success, raising €8,500 through the incredible support and sponsorship of our families, friends, and local community. The funds raised will go towards the continued development of our school library.

A sincere thank you to everyone who supported the walk. A special thanks also to the Library Committee, Student Council, Ms. Kennedy, and Ms. Ward for all their hard work in organising such a memorable and successful event. Thank you also to Donnelly Fresh for supplying juicy mandarins to the students after their walk. 

There was big news at Assembly last Friday when the children heard about the imminent arrival of our new therapy dog “Ronan”. The children (and staff!) couldn’t wait for Monday to come to finally meet our fluffiest and cutest new arrival, Ronan. Ronan is a nine week old Goldendoodle – a cross between a Poodle and a Golden Retriever. We think everyone will agree that he is super cute.

Previous schools involved in this programme have reported significant improvements in wellbeing, mental health, anxiety levels, attendance and overall school morale – which we are already witnessing this week in the school.

A huge thank you to everyone involved in the successful application to My Canine Companion (MCC) and in particular to our SNA Nicola who will be Ronan’s main “handler”. Ronan can’t wait to meet you all soon.

Our girls’ mini-sevens team togged out on Wednesday the 4th of March in our home pitch. They played a great first match against Rathregan, getting an easy win. Unfortunately they had two tough back to back losses against strong Rathbeggan and Kilcloon teams and finished the day with a win against Dunboyne, with the girls putting in a super performance. Well done girls and thank you also to their coaches Ms. O’Donovan and Mr. Mulvaney.

The children in 4th, 5th and 6th classes were lucky enough to visit Ratoath College last week to watch their fantastic performance of Legally Blonde. It was a wonderful experience for everyone involved. Below, you can read Erin Lane’s (4th Class) account of the show, where she shares her thoughts and highlights from the day. Thank you also to Ana O’Leary for the gorgeous picture of the star of the show Elle Woods. 

If you love drama, romance and pink…. then this is your dream show! Legally Blonde is a real hit. The first bit of pink stuff was Elle’s three best friends “The Delta Nu’s”. They were colour co-ordinated with their super cute outfits. Then I don’t know if I should mention her ex Warner – I know like what! But don’t worry she had her little cute dog Bruiser in her purse. Although I’m not sure where he got his name as he couldn’t bruise anyone! Next up was Elle’s soon to be friend Emmet…. or I guess you’ll have to watch the show to find out what happens there. 

Then there’s the one you’ve been waiting for the star of the show Elle Woods. What a lady. Amazing. 

Before I finish let me about my two favourite songs: “Oh my God, yes” and “Bend and Snap”. I loved them. This really is a one of a kind show and I, Erin Lane, absolutely loved it. You will too!