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Rainbow Sponsored Walk

Rainbow Sponsored Walk

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. 

Welcome to our PAW-some new arrival

Welcome to our PAW-some new arrival

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.

Happy Easter

Happy Easter

The Easter Bunny paid a special visit to our school this week, bringing lots of excitement and smiles for everyone! The younger classes took part in a fun Easter egg hunt, searching the school grounds for hidden eggs. The Easter Bunny also left a special chocolate treat for all the children. 

Be sure to take a look at the video below to see some of the highlights from this special visit. Wishing everyone a very Happy Easter!

Fifth & Sixth Class trip to Fairyhouse

Fifth & Sixth Class trip to Fairyhouse

The pupils in 5th and 6th Class had a fantastic opportunity this week to visit Fairyhouse, where they took part in a special Horse Racing Ireland (HRI) Racing Juniors education day. During their visit, they went behind the scenes, exploring the weighroom and getting a look inside the jockeys’ changing area. They also learned about the equipment jockeys use on race days, including boots, back protectors, helmets, and saddles. The experience was made even more memorable when they met a horse trainer and a jockey, who shared valuable insights into their roles and daily work.

Seachtain na Gaeilge

Seachtain na Gaeilge

Bhí Seachtain na Gaeilge iontach againn i St. Paul’s. Bhí neart spraoi againn i rith na seachtaine le damhsa, bingo, cluichí, ceolchoirm agus paráid Lá Glas. Buíochas mór le Ms. Brennan agus Ms. Ní Néill as an seachtain iontach a eagrú. Agus freisin le Mr. Duffy as an bhfíseán álainn thíos a chruthú. 

We had a great Seachtain na Gaeilge in St. Paul’s. We had a variety of activities over the week with dancing, bingo, games, concert and a Lá Glas parade. A big thank you to Ms. Brennan and Ms. Ní Néill for organising a great week. And also to Mr. Duffy for creating the lovely video below.