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Emergency School Closure - Storm Éowyn
Thu 23 Jan 2025Dear parents
Please see information from Richard Pengelly,
Chief Executive – Education Authority
I am writing to inform you that, due to anticipated severe weather conditions, all schools in Northern Ireland are required to close tomorrow, Friday 24 January 2025.
The Met Office has issued a red alert, which covers all of Northern Ireland, and will apply from 7am on Friday until 2pm. This warns of "very dangerous conditions" and "widespread disruption".
While I appreciate that this decision will impact on the work of schools, the more important issue is that we take action to avoid any potential risk to the safety of our children and young people and our colleagues across the sector.
Schools should put plans in place today for remote learning so that pupils can study at home.
I would ask that you communicate this decision to parents as soon as practicably possible through your school channels.
Your support is appreciated.
Regards,
Richard Pengelly
Chief Executive – Education Authority
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Catholic Schools' Week
Mon 20 Jan 2025Catholic Schools week will take place in January 2025 on the theme of “alive in Christ”
“Christ is alive! He is our hope, and in a wonderful way he brings youth to our world, and everything he touches becomes young, new, full of life. The very first words, then, that I would like to say to every young Christian are these: Christ is alive and he wants you to be alive!” – Pope Francis,
Reflecting on the theme, Catholic schools will explore what it means to be fully alive as a human being – living life to the full in Christ.
We will hold a special Mass on Tuesday 21st January at 9.30am followed by a school Assembly at 10.30am and our Grandparents’ Days on Wed. 29th and Thursday 30th January.
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Eco Council -Energy Saving Week
Thu 16 Jan 2025Dear parents,
Thank you for participating in the Eco Council’s "Energy Saving Week" which took place from Monday 6th to Friday 10th January. We send the survey out to 250 families representing the 415 children in the school.
It was quite simple, we asked your child/children to complete the five energy saving activities and these everyday tasks can help reduce your home energy bills, while also educating your child about saving money and energy at home. We are delighted with the response form pupils and their families.
Please see the collated results of our survey.
Day 1 - "I reduced my shower time by one minute!" - 365 pupils
Day 2 - "I turned the tap off when brushing my teeth!" 415 pupils
Day 3 - "I asked an adult to unplug any electrical items we were not using!" 381 pupils
Day 4 - "I asked ... to turn down the thermostat by 1 degree for 5 days!" 349 pupils
Day 5 "We turned the lights off when we left the room!" 398 pupils
Kind regards
St Colmcille's PS - ECO Council
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Extreme Weather Policy (HEAVY SNOW)
Tue 07 Jan 2025St Colmcille's PS will be open today Tuesday 7th January - it is our policy to make every effort to remain open whenever possible, however, during severe weather we advise parents and staff to use discretion regarding whether it’s safe to travel after heavy snow falls and attendance is not required.
If it’s necessary to close the school a text will be sent to parents at the earliest opportunity.
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Arrangements for parents collecting children by CAR in the afternoon of Monday 6th January
Sun 05 Jan 2025Dear parents
There will be a high volume of traffic and considerable congestion tomorrow afternoon for Eleanor Fox's funeral at 2.00pm.
As funeral traffic has priority in the chapel carpark, parents collecting Foundation Stage and nursery pupils are advised to pick them up at 1.00pm from the front playground.
We also advise parents collecting KS1 & KS2 children not to arrive before 3.30pm as we will keep them in the school until the funeral traffic has dispersed. (Bus children will leave as normal)
Thank you for your understanding and support at this time.
Peter Cush
Principal
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Nollaig Shona daoibh go léir
Fri 20 Dec 2024
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Cheque presented to St Vincent de Paul
Wed 18 Dec 2024The Minnie Vinnies present a cheque for £700 to member of St Vincent de Paul, Mrs Anne Hughes, Mr Michael Cumiskey and Miss Etaoine O'Kane. The funding was raised by their Carol singing and the non-uniform day to celebrate Éire Óg camogie successes.
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Shoes of the Children
Thu 05 Dec 2024Dear parents,
At Christmas time, we recall the birth of the baby Jesus in Bethehem, however, this year we are reminded of the suffering of children less than 50 miles from where Jesus was born.
With our concern for the hardship of children and the dire situation in Gaza, some members of the school community will be travelling to Stormont on Sunday 8th December.
The aim is to lay 16,000 pairs of children’s shoes out on the grounds of Stormont to represent the number of children’s lives that have been lost....."Shoes of the children"
Unfortunately, lots more shoes are required so we invite you to participate by bringing/sending used/old shoes in to school tomorrow and leave with your child’s teacher. We apologise for the short notice but want to give you the opportunity to participate.
Kind regards
Peter Cush
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ECO School Activities
Thu 05 Dec 2024
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Family Christmas Party at Creggan
Thu 05 Dec 2024Creggan Community Association will be holding the annual:
Family Christmas Party on
Saturday 7th December 2024 from 1-3 pm.
The party will include meeting Santa & receiving a present, story time with Mrs Claus, arts & crafts, face painting, festive treats and much more.
We understand that there is a huge financial burden on families, especially on the run up to Christmas. In a bid to keep costs to a minimum and family enjoyment at the maximum, the cost will be £5 per child or £10 per family.
Here at the Creggan Community Association, we would love to see all the children of the community come together to enjoy the festivities.
