February News 2010
Published by News Editor on Thursday, 4 March 2010 at 00:47.
Car crazy
P1 and 2 are studying things that move and have been surveying the traffic in Kilrea. They have been looking at all kinds of cars and Mrs Cooper even allowed them to get out the sponges and soap suds to help wash one which was great fun.
Once upon a time…
On Tuesday 2nd P3 and 4 hoisted the Jolly Roger and had an exciting day looking for buried treasure to finish off their ‘Anchors Away’ topic. Now they have entered the world of talking frogs, handsome princes and beautiful princesses as they explore old and new fairytales.
Going for gold
P5, 6 and 7 brought their weather topic to an end with a look at the Winter Olympics in Vancouver and some daring individuals even displayed their sporting skills by trying snow-boarding and skiing (courtesy of the Wii).
P7 are now finding out the damage that ice bergs can do, especially when they come in contact with a ship, while P5 & 6 are learning healthy habits, and the benefits of a balanced diet and regular exercise.
Helping Haiti
The final total for the Haiti appeal was £354.27. Thanks again for your support and generosity.
Good Sports
The first competition was the Credit Union Quiz where the junior and senior teams came 2nd and 4th respectively.
Meanwhile the football team played the 3rd day of the small schools tournament and after a very successful run are currently in joint first place. Good luck for day four which could take them to the finals.
This term’s club is tag rugby and a group of Key Stage 2 pupils are currently enjoying training sessions with Mrs Cooper each Tuesday afternoon.
Visitors
NEELB Modern Languages co-ordinator, Mrs Vanessa Brodie, has been taking P5-7 for Spanish lessons each Thursday and everyone is enjoying learning a little of what P1-4 know. Hola!
Meanwhile Ann Morrison-Smyth and Mrs Stinson have been training a small group to take part in an Ulster Scots Choral speaking competition.
Mark Patterson came to give P6 and 7 a talk on the life cycle of the salmon in the River Bann. Later they will join pupils from St. Columba’s to release salmon fry into the river and monitor their development.
Book Fair
Our book week is from Monday 8th to Friday 12th March and it will be possible to purchase books from 2.00 pm until 7.00 pm on Monday 8th. The winners of the drawing competition will also be able to spend their book vouchers. The week will finish with a fancy dress day on Friday 12th when we hope to see you all dressed as your favourite character.
P6 & 7 Meetings
There will be two meetings on Monday 8th March. At 7.00 pm there will be information for P6 & 7 parents on the school trip. If you are unable to attend this meeting please contact Miss Steele to complete the necessary documentation.
At 7.30 pm there will be a short question and answer session for P6 parents on next year’s transfer arrangements.
Don’t Forget!
There are still a few places left for the Chinese Banquet on Thursday 18th March. Contact Mrs Stinson for further details.
For those going on the P6/7 trip to Newcastle, the last instalment of £35 is due before the Easter holidays.
School will close at 1.00 pm on Wednesday 17th March as the parade begins at 2.00pm and the roads will be closed. The buses will run at this time.
School will close at 12.15 on Friday 26th March and will reopen on Monday 12th April at 8.45 am.
P1 and 2 are studying things that move and have been surveying the traffic in Kilrea. They have been looking at all kinds of cars and Mrs Cooper even allowed them to get out the sponges and soap suds to help wash one which was great fun.
Once upon a time…
On Tuesday 2nd P3 and 4 hoisted the Jolly Roger and had an exciting day looking for buried treasure to finish off their ‘Anchors Away’ topic. Now they have entered the world of talking frogs, handsome princes and beautiful princesses as they explore old and new fairytales.
Going for gold
P5, 6 and 7 brought their weather topic to an end with a look at the Winter Olympics in Vancouver and some daring individuals even displayed their sporting skills by trying snow-boarding and skiing (courtesy of the Wii).
P7 are now finding out the damage that ice bergs can do, especially when they come in contact with a ship, while P5 & 6 are learning healthy habits, and the benefits of a balanced diet and regular exercise.
Helping Haiti
The final total for the Haiti appeal was £354.27. Thanks again for your support and generosity.
Good Sports
The first competition was the Credit Union Quiz where the junior and senior teams came 2nd and 4th respectively.
Meanwhile the football team played the 3rd day of the small schools tournament and after a very successful run are currently in joint first place. Good luck for day four which could take them to the finals.
This term’s club is tag rugby and a group of Key Stage 2 pupils are currently enjoying training sessions with Mrs Cooper each Tuesday afternoon.
Visitors
NEELB Modern Languages co-ordinator, Mrs Vanessa Brodie, has been taking P5-7 for Spanish lessons each Thursday and everyone is enjoying learning a little of what P1-4 know. Hola!
Meanwhile Ann Morrison-Smyth and Mrs Stinson have been training a small group to take part in an Ulster Scots Choral speaking competition.
Mark Patterson came to give P6 and 7 a talk on the life cycle of the salmon in the River Bann. Later they will join pupils from St. Columba’s to release salmon fry into the river and monitor their development.
Book Fair
Our book week is from Monday 8th to Friday 12th March and it will be possible to purchase books from 2.00 pm until 7.00 pm on Monday 8th. The winners of the drawing competition will also be able to spend their book vouchers. The week will finish with a fancy dress day on Friday 12th when we hope to see you all dressed as your favourite character.
P6 & 7 Meetings
There will be two meetings on Monday 8th March. At 7.00 pm there will be information for P6 & 7 parents on the school trip. If you are unable to attend this meeting please contact Miss Steele to complete the necessary documentation.
At 7.30 pm there will be a short question and answer session for P6 parents on next year’s transfer arrangements.
Don’t Forget!
There are still a few places left for the Chinese Banquet on Thursday 18th March. Contact Mrs Stinson for further details.
For those going on the P6/7 trip to Newcastle, the last instalment of £35 is due before the Easter holidays.
School will close at 1.00 pm on Wednesday 17th March as the parade begins at 2.00pm and the roads will be closed. The buses will run at this time.
School will close at 12.15 on Friday 26th March and will reopen on Monday 12th April at 8.45 am.
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January News 2010
Published by News Editor on Tuesday, 2 February 2010 at 02:10.
The Cold Wind doth blow
P1 and 2 have been studying all kinds of weather. They have painted t-shirts for summer, made kites and windmills for windy days and even have their own polar penguin park in the playroom. They have also been on their second woodland walk at Woodhall to see how trees, plants and animals cope with changes in the seasons.
Yo Ho Ho
P3 and 4 have taken to the high seas this month to learn about water, ships and pirates. They’ve been building boats, drawing treasure maps and setting sail in the playroom. One or two even had to walk the plank. They are ending their topic with a special pirate day this week.
What’s the weather?
P5, 6 and 7 have been studying the extremes of weather and what a month to start, with weeks of snow and ice and temperatures of minus 8! They have been recording the weather, writing reports and finding out about hurricanes, droughts and floods. They’ve also been researching people who live in extreme climates.
Cash Corner
Your extreme generosity was in evidence again this month as we presented the proceeds from the carol service to two charities. Two cheques, each for £185, were received by Mrs Roisin McCaughan and Mrs Ann Laughlin respectively, to support schools in Malawi through the Zomba Action Project and for Save the Children. However in response to the tragedy in Haiti the children made a special change collection on Friday 29th the total of which, after a lot of counting, has already passed £320. Many thanks for your continued support.
Eco News
We had a great start to our new year when Coleraine Mayor, Councillor Sandy Gilkinson, came to present us with our sixth Eco-Flag, and congratulate us on being the first school in Northern Ireland to achieve this level of the prestigious award. The Eco-Committee was invited to a special reception in the mayor’s parlour where they had the chance to try on his gown and chain and sit in his special chair.
All those in favour...
P7 joined pupils from Gorran Primary for a visit to Coleraine Council Offices where they met the mayor and toured the council chambers. They then had a debate on school uniform before Sophie and Mark tied the knot. Congratulations to the happy couple!
Sporting Heroes
The after-school club for this term was badminton and was well supported by the P7 pupils. Next half term it will be Tag Rugby.
We once again took part in the Credit Union Table Quiz and well done to both our teams, who came 2nd and 4th in the younger and older categories respectively.
Burns Night
A number of pupils performed at the recent Burn’s Night in Kilrea Orange Hall. Audiences were entertained with dancing as well as pieces on the violin, flute, clarinet, trumpet and euphonium. What a talented bunch!
Don’t Forget!
Parent Interviews are on Monday 8th, Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th February. If you would like an appointment and have not received a time slot please contact your child’s teacher.
For those going on the P6/7 trip to Newcastle the next instalment of £35 is due before half term.
We are collecting Sainsbury’s tokens and box-tops again this year so we would greatly appreciate any you may have.
The fundraising dinner, in the shape of a Chinese Banquet for parents, friends and staff will be on Thursday 18th March 2010. If you want more information or want to book places please return your slip or contact the school as soon as possible.
The school will be closed for half term on Friday 12th, Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th February.
P1 and 2 have been studying all kinds of weather. They have painted t-shirts for summer, made kites and windmills for windy days and even have their own polar penguin park in the playroom. They have also been on their second woodland walk at Woodhall to see how trees, plants and animals cope with changes in the seasons.
Yo Ho Ho
P3 and 4 have taken to the high seas this month to learn about water, ships and pirates. They’ve been building boats, drawing treasure maps and setting sail in the playroom. One or two even had to walk the plank. They are ending their topic with a special pirate day this week.
What’s the weather?
P5, 6 and 7 have been studying the extremes of weather and what a month to start, with weeks of snow and ice and temperatures of minus 8! They have been recording the weather, writing reports and finding out about hurricanes, droughts and floods. They’ve also been researching people who live in extreme climates.
Cash Corner
Your extreme generosity was in evidence again this month as we presented the proceeds from the carol service to two charities. Two cheques, each for £185, were received by Mrs Roisin McCaughan and Mrs Ann Laughlin respectively, to support schools in Malawi through the Zomba Action Project and for Save the Children. However in response to the tragedy in Haiti the children made a special change collection on Friday 29th the total of which, after a lot of counting, has already passed £320. Many thanks for your continued support.
Eco News
We had a great start to our new year when Coleraine Mayor, Councillor Sandy Gilkinson, came to present us with our sixth Eco-Flag, and congratulate us on being the first school in Northern Ireland to achieve this level of the prestigious award. The Eco-Committee was invited to a special reception in the mayor’s parlour where they had the chance to try on his gown and chain and sit in his special chair.
All those in favour...
P7 joined pupils from Gorran Primary for a visit to Coleraine Council Offices where they met the mayor and toured the council chambers. They then had a debate on school uniform before Sophie and Mark tied the knot. Congratulations to the happy couple!
Sporting Heroes
The after-school club for this term was badminton and was well supported by the P7 pupils. Next half term it will be Tag Rugby.
We once again took part in the Credit Union Table Quiz and well done to both our teams, who came 2nd and 4th in the younger and older categories respectively.
Burns Night
A number of pupils performed at the recent Burn’s Night in Kilrea Orange Hall. Audiences were entertained with dancing as well as pieces on the violin, flute, clarinet, trumpet and euphonium. What a talented bunch!
Don’t Forget!
Parent Interviews are on Monday 8th, Tuesday 9th and Wednesday 10th February. If you would like an appointment and have not received a time slot please contact your child’s teacher.
For those going on the P6/7 trip to Newcastle the next instalment of £35 is due before half term.
We are collecting Sainsbury’s tokens and box-tops again this year so we would greatly appreciate any you may have.
The fundraising dinner, in the shape of a Chinese Banquet for parents, friends and staff will be on Thursday 18th March 2010. If you want more information or want to book places please return your slip or contact the school as soon as possible.
The school will be closed for half term on Friday 12th, Monday 15th and Tuesday 16th February.
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Congratulations on Gaining Sixth Eco Award
Published by News Editor on Monday, 11 January 2010 at 07:50.
On Monday 11th January 2010, Coleraine's Mayor, Councillor Sandy Gilkinson, visited Kilrea Primary to award them with their sixth Eco-Flag, the first school in Northern Ireland to gain this accolade. The members of the Eco-Committee were then invited to visit him in the Mayor's Parlour and have a tour of the Council Chambers.
The award is in recognition of all the work that has been done over the years towards conserving and preserving the environmenta dnd many thanks to all the pupils, parents and staff who have been involved in this project. A special mention must also go to Mr Crawford and the Eco-Committee for co-ordinating this latest application.
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November & December News
Published by News Editor on Wednesday, 6 January 2010 at 00:46.
Toy Story
This term P1 and 2 have been talking about toys. They have examined, sorted and painted their toys and even had their very own teddy bears’ picnic. In the last couple of weeks they have been making Christmas cards and decorations, including a beautiful gingerbread house.
Jack Frost
P3 and 4 have finished their WW2 topic with a visit to the war museum in Belfast where they got to try on uniforms, look at war time artefacts and design posters to encourage people to dig for victory. Now they are learning about winter and their classroom is a-glitter with frosty pictures. They have also become the school postal service with daily deliveries to all classes.
Eco-Warriors
P5, 6 and 7 have been looking at environmental issues such as waste disposal, pollution and the causes and effects of global warming. They have also been doing their bit to reduce, reuse and recycle in art by making their own paper and glass painting with Fiona Watters from Coleraine Council.
We were delighted to be awarded our sixth eco-flag for our continued work in recycling and developing our environment. This spring we have plans to develop new vegetable beds and a willow tunnel as additions to our, already excellent, school grounds so all you budding gardeners, be warned. Congratulations to Mr Crawford and the Eco-committee for co-ordinating such a successful project.
Charity Cheques
Over the last couple of months we have raised £98.85 for the Wings Appeal, and supported the Poppy Appeal, the Cedar Foundation and the Northern Ireland Hospice.
The £420 raised from the P7 fireside quiz and ‘Guess the number of sweets’ competition was presented to Rock Ministries and Mwamba Choir from Uganda who visited us earlier in the year.
Many thanks for your generous support for all these charities.
Visitors bearing gifts
Once again Colin Tinsley came to take assembly and tell bible stories before Mr and Mrs Roy Wilson from Rasharkin presented all the P1s with their own bible.
Mrs Pearl Hutchinson presented the school with a copy of the latest Local History publication ‘Faces and Places of Kilrea’ which will be a valuable history resource for many years to come. You can purchase your own copy from a number of local retailers.
We also had a very successful family portrait night with all the slots fully booked.
That’s the way to do it
Children from Kilrea Community Playgroup joined P1-4 on Friday 6th November for a puppet show presented by Action Cancer to promote healthy lifestyles. In the afternoon P5-7 also enjoyed an activity workshop on the theme of keeping healthy.
Sporting Heroes
Kilrea boys’ football team campaign continued with a mixed bag of results on day 2 of their 4-day tournament. With 1 win, 1 loss and 2 draws they now lie in joint second place as they approach day 3.
The Italian Job
This term P1 and 2 have been talking about toys. They have examined, sorted and painted their toys and even had their very own teddy bears’ picnic. In the last couple of weeks they have been making Christmas cards and decorations, including a beautiful gingerbread house.
Jack Frost
P3 and 4 have finished their WW2 topic with a visit to the war museum in Belfast where they got to try on uniforms, look at war time artefacts and design posters to encourage people to dig for victory. Now they are learning about winter and their classroom is a-glitter with frosty pictures. They have also become the school postal service with daily deliveries to all classes.
Eco-Warriors
P5, 6 and 7 have been looking at environmental issues such as waste disposal, pollution and the causes and effects of global warming. They have also been doing their bit to reduce, reuse and recycle in art by making their own paper and glass painting with Fiona Watters from Coleraine Council.
We were delighted to be awarded our sixth eco-flag for our continued work in recycling and developing our environment. This spring we have plans to develop new vegetable beds and a willow tunnel as additions to our, already excellent, school grounds so all you budding gardeners, be warned. Congratulations to Mr Crawford and the Eco-committee for co-ordinating such a successful project.
Charity Cheques
Over the last couple of months we have raised £98.85 for the Wings Appeal, and supported the Poppy Appeal, the Cedar Foundation and the Northern Ireland Hospice.
The £420 raised from the P7 fireside quiz and ‘Guess the number of sweets’ competition was presented to Rock Ministries and Mwamba Choir from Uganda who visited us earlier in the year.
Many thanks for your generous support for all these charities.
Visitors bearing gifts
Once again Colin Tinsley came to take assembly and tell bible stories before Mr and Mrs Roy Wilson from Rasharkin presented all the P1s with their own bible.
Mrs Pearl Hutchinson presented the school with a copy of the latest Local History publication ‘Faces and Places of Kilrea’ which will be a valuable history resource for many years to come. You can purchase your own copy from a number of local retailers.
We also had a very successful family portrait night with all the slots fully booked.
That’s the way to do it
Children from Kilrea Community Playgroup joined P1-4 on Friday 6th November for a puppet show presented by Action Cancer to promote healthy lifestyles. In the afternoon P5-7 also enjoyed an activity workshop on the theme of keeping healthy.
Sporting Heroes
Kilrea boys’ football team campaign continued with a mixed bag of results on day 2 of their 4-day tournament. With 1 win, 1 loss and 2 draws they now lie in joint second place as they approach day 3.
The Italian Job
Mrs Cooper and Miss Steele hadn’t so much a Roman Holiday as a Milan Meeting in November. During their visit they exchanged brochures, which each of the schools had produced on their own areas, and visited a number of schools in the Muggio area. The trip ended with a visit to Lake Garda, the largest freshwater lake in Italy, and the chance to help harvest olives and see them being transformed into olive oil.
Oh yes it is!
P1-4 attended St Paul’s bi-annual pantomime on Monday 14th December and enjoyed a great day out. By the end of the show the ugly sisters had got their come-uppance, Cinderella had found her Prince Charming and everyone was hoarse with all the singing and shouting.
Not to be outdone P5-7 went to Garvagh High on Wednesday 16th December to see the Wildcats triumph in High School Musical.
Budding Artists
Naomi Kelso-Mason and Conor Agnew had their artistic skills rewarded in this year’s Firework safety competition and Joanna Kelso was also awarded a joint third prize in the British Council postcard competition to illustrate her favourite word in another language.
Christmas Celebrations
The Kilrea Christmas season began with the annual switch on of lights and fireworks display on Saturday 5th December. Thanks to the PTA, who cooked the hotdogs, and to all those who purchased them and contributed to PTA funds.
The annual carol service took place on Wednesday 16th December in St Patrick’s Parish Church. All classes participated with singing, readings and recitations. The offering totalling over £300 will be donated to Save the Children and the Zomba Action Project in January.
A group of musicians and singers from Kilrea Primary will also be entertaining residents of Toberdoney Fold on Thursday 17th December to help them get into the Christmas spirit.
House!
The competition has been very close with loads of points being awarded for good manners and team spirit, but Portna have emerged the winners for both October and November, albeit by a narrow margin.
Don’t Forget!
Last Monday the school choir sang some carols for a recording by BBC Radio Ulster and they can be heard, along with pupils from Culcrow primary, on the Ulster-Scots programme, ‘A kist of words’ on Radio Ulster, Sunday 20th December at 4.00 pm. Don’t forget to tune in.
Oh yes it is!
P1-4 attended St Paul’s bi-annual pantomime on Monday 14th December and enjoyed a great day out. By the end of the show the ugly sisters had got their come-uppance, Cinderella had found her Prince Charming and everyone was hoarse with all the singing and shouting.
Not to be outdone P5-7 went to Garvagh High on Wednesday 16th December to see the Wildcats triumph in High School Musical.
Budding Artists
Naomi Kelso-Mason and Conor Agnew had their artistic skills rewarded in this year’s Firework safety competition and Joanna Kelso was also awarded a joint third prize in the British Council postcard competition to illustrate her favourite word in another language.
Christmas Celebrations
The Kilrea Christmas season began with the annual switch on of lights and fireworks display on Saturday 5th December. Thanks to the PTA, who cooked the hotdogs, and to all those who purchased them and contributed to PTA funds.
The annual carol service took place on Wednesday 16th December in St Patrick’s Parish Church. All classes participated with singing, readings and recitations. The offering totalling over £300 will be donated to Save the Children and the Zomba Action Project in January.
A group of musicians and singers from Kilrea Primary will also be entertaining residents of Toberdoney Fold on Thursday 17th December to help them get into the Christmas spirit.
House!
The competition has been very close with loads of points being awarded for good manners and team spirit, but Portna have emerged the winners for both October and November, albeit by a narrow margin.
Don’t Forget!
Last Monday the school choir sang some carols for a recording by BBC Radio Ulster and they can be heard, along with pupils from Culcrow primary, on the Ulster-Scots programme, ‘A kist of words’ on Radio Ulster, Sunday 20th December at 4.00 pm. Don’t forget to tune in.
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Comenius visit to Italy
Published by News Editor on Tuesday, 24 November 2009 at 12:15.
In Muggio
Wednesday 11th November dawned bright and early for Mrs Cooper and Miss Steele who, by the time you were getting up, were already winging their way across Europe en route to our partner school in Muggio, near the city of Milan in Italy. This was part of our Comenius project, Preserving Our Worlds, funded by the British Council’s Lifelong Learning Programme.
During the 5 days they stayed in Monza, famous for the Royal Palace and the Formula 1 Grand Prix, and they had the opportunity to explore the quaint cobbled streets and admire the architecture, although they found the shopping a little rich for their tastes (and wallets).
They were officially hosted by Casati Primary School but also visited a newly refurbished nursery school (3-6 yrs) and a middle school (11-14yrs) which are under the same administration. As well as visiting the classrooms the teachers were entertained with traditional songs and dances including the Tarantella, and also enjoyed a wonderful meal hosted by the parents. In Italy pupils begin to learn English in the first class (aged 6-7 yrs) and the teachers were impressed by how well even the first and second classes could converse with them.
The teachers also sampled a little Italian culture with a visit to Leonardo Da Vinci’s fresco of the Last Supper and a night at the spectacular La Scala Opera House, to see the ballet, Giselle.
The next part of the project comparing local produce and so on the last day we travelled to the region around Lake Garda to see how olives were grown, harvested and turned into olive oil before visiting a vineyard and winery. Next term pupils from all the countries will exchange story boards on the journey of their local products, from field to plate, and their favourite recipes will be compiled into a special European recipe book.
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October News 2009
Published by News Editor on Wednesday, 28 October 2009 at 03:16.
Just like Mother Makes
Everyone in the school has been going cooking crazy over the last few weeks. Inspired by P3 & 4’s carrot cookies P1 & 2 have been baking shortbread and Key Stage 2 classes have rounded off their topic on Northern Ireland by making oatmeal biscuits, wheaten bread and vegetable soup.
Visitors
P7 have had two talks from Officer Gillan, the Community Policeman on firework safety and farm safety. He reminded us about the firework code and how to use sparklers safely, as well as pointing out the dangers that can be found in a modern farmyard.
Bob Rees came in to talk to P3&4 about the 2nd world war and we also had a visit from two army medics who certainly earned their stripes by talking to P1&2 about first aid and then to P3&4 about army life.
We also had some musical visitors in the form of the Young Zulu Warriors who performed traditional songs and dances from Kwa-Zulu Natal in South Africa.
Dance Yourself Dizzy!
This year’s PTA AGM took place on Thursday 22nd October and while the adults exercised their right to vote, the pupils exercised their bodies with Scottish country dancing and the Spanish jive! When all the business was done the adults were entertained with poetry recitations and song and dance routines, courtesy of the pupils. A few brave souls even joined in to shake their tail feather for everyone else’s amusement.
The car boot sale and craft fair took place on Saturday 24th October and despite the wet and windy weather the crowds turned out in force. This is the first time we have held this event, and it was most successful raising £363.50 for the PTA, £191 for the Eco Project and the P7s raised over £200 for the Mwamba Choir through their fireside quiz and guessing the number of sweets in a jar. Many thanks to all those who donated items for the Eco stall or who came along to purchase, and a special thanks to the PTA who provided the tea and coffee to warm us all up.
GOAL!
The first football fixture of the year was held in Kilrea and our team made a good start to the 4 day tournament, coming top with three wins and a draw. Good luck boys for the next outing!
Euro Business
This year our Spanish lessons have been continuing with our new language assistant, Christina. The pupils have also been working on projects to exchange with our 4 partner schools, including a DVD of our favourite sports and games and an information booklet on Kilrea and the surrounding area.
Points Make Prizes
Well done to Movanagher, the winning house for September.
Fancy dress Frenzy
The half-term came to an end with our fancy dress day. As cowboys, witches and other strange creatures roamed the corridors, we took part in lots of team challenges and activities to earn points for our three houses.
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Everyone in the school has been going cooking crazy over the last few weeks. Inspired by P3 & 4’s carrot cookies P1 & 2 have been baking shortbread and Key Stage 2 classes have rounded off their topic on Northern Ireland by making oatmeal biscuits, wheaten bread and vegetable soup.
Visitors
P7 have had two talks from Officer Gillan, the Community Policeman on firework safety and farm safety. He reminded us about the firework code and how to use sparklers safely, as well as pointing out the dangers that can be found in a modern farmyard.
Bob Rees came in to talk to P3&4 about the 2nd world war and we also had a visit from two army medics who certainly earned their stripes by talking to P1&2 about first aid and then to P3&4 about army life.
We also had some musical visitors in the form of the Young Zulu Warriors who performed traditional songs and dances from Kwa-Zulu Natal in South Africa.
Dance Yourself Dizzy!
This year’s PTA AGM took place on Thursday 22nd October and while the adults exercised their right to vote, the pupils exercised their bodies with Scottish country dancing and the Spanish jive! When all the business was done the adults were entertained with poetry recitations and song and dance routines, courtesy of the pupils. A few brave souls even joined in to shake their tail feather for everyone else’s amusement.
The car boot sale and craft fair took place on Saturday 24th October and despite the wet and windy weather the crowds turned out in force. This is the first time we have held this event, and it was most successful raising £363.50 for the PTA, £191 for the Eco Project and the P7s raised over £200 for the Mwamba Choir through their fireside quiz and guessing the number of sweets in a jar. Many thanks to all those who donated items for the Eco stall or who came along to purchase, and a special thanks to the PTA who provided the tea and coffee to warm us all up.
GOAL!
The first football fixture of the year was held in Kilrea and our team made a good start to the 4 day tournament, coming top with three wins and a draw. Good luck boys for the next outing!
Euro Business
This year our Spanish lessons have been continuing with our new language assistant, Christina. The pupils have also been working on projects to exchange with our 4 partner schools, including a DVD of our favourite sports and games and an information booklet on Kilrea and the surrounding area.
Points Make Prizes
Well done to Movanagher, the winning house for September.
Fancy dress Frenzy
The half-term came to an end with our fancy dress day. As cowboys, witches and other strange creatures roamed the corridors, we took part in lots of team challenges and activities to earn points for our three houses.
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September News 2009
Published by News Editor on Tuesday, 27 October 2009 at 12:47.
Class Updates
P1&2 have been learning about the story of creation, harvesting our vegetables and thanking God for our food. They have also been looking at how we grow and change.
P3&4 have been studying the Second World War and have used ration recipes to bake carrot cookies. They have also been imagining what it would be like to be in an airraid.
P5,6 & 7 are currently studying Northern Ireland. P7 have been researching famous people and NI landmarks while P5&6 have been investigating the Mesolithic settlement at Mountsandel via the website.
P4-7 have also begun their INCAS tests on the computers and the results will be available at the parent interviews.
Water Babies
Following the closure of Maghera pool P5 & 6 pupils have moved to Ballymoney pool for swimming lessons. They have been enjoying exploring the new facilities but swimming a length of this pool takes an awful lot more energy!
Meet the Teacher
Our second ‘Meet the Teacher’ evening was held on Thursday 17th September. This was an ideal opportunity to discuss class routines and ask questions about school as well as catch up with other parents. Many thanks to all those who provided tea, coffee and biscuits.
Extra Curricular Activities
We have had several new ventures this year. Our Tuesday After-School Club began with an art class and pupils are trying out traditional crafts and painting a new mural in the entrance hall.
At dinner time they have been getting active by trying their hands (and feet) at hip hop dancing in preparation for the PTA evening.
We also have a new addition to our violin, brass and woodwind tuition with the arrival of Miss Rosborough who teaches music, speech and drama to individual pupils on a Friday morning.
Next year we’ll be entering ‘Britain’s Got Talent’!
Welcome to the World
We have been spreading our wings with the continuation of work for our Comenius Project. We also organised a special assembly and games to celebrate European Day of Languages.
These are just two of the activities which have helped us gain the International School Award, which we hold for the next three years, and we welcomed some very special visitors on Tuesday 22nd, to present us with our flag, including the Awards Manager himself, Mr John Rolfe.
On Monday 28th we welcomed some more international visitors when the Rock Ministries brought Mwamba Choir from Uganda. The children enjoyed Mrs Gordon’s scones before a quick game of football and they still had the energy to dance, sing and play instruments. Many thanks to all those who joined us for the performance and for the many donations, which came to a total of £200.
Charity
Our charity ventures for the year continued with a staff coffee morning which raised £110 in aid of the Northern Ireland Hospice and the selling of pins for the Wings Appeal.
Kidz & Co.
Kilrea Primary’s Mothers and Toddlers group will begin on Wednesday 7th October from 10 am -12 noon.
If you have pre-school children please come along, have a cuppa and catch up with other Mums and Dads whilst the kids play.
P1&2 have been learning about the story of creation, harvesting our vegetables and thanking God for our food. They have also been looking at how we grow and change.
P3&4 have been studying the Second World War and have used ration recipes to bake carrot cookies. They have also been imagining what it would be like to be in an airraid.
P5,6 & 7 are currently studying Northern Ireland. P7 have been researching famous people and NI landmarks while P5&6 have been investigating the Mesolithic settlement at Mountsandel via the website.
P4-7 have also begun their INCAS tests on the computers and the results will be available at the parent interviews.
Water Babies
Following the closure of Maghera pool P5 & 6 pupils have moved to Ballymoney pool for swimming lessons. They have been enjoying exploring the new facilities but swimming a length of this pool takes an awful lot more energy!
Meet the Teacher
Our second ‘Meet the Teacher’ evening was held on Thursday 17th September. This was an ideal opportunity to discuss class routines and ask questions about school as well as catch up with other parents. Many thanks to all those who provided tea, coffee and biscuits.
Extra Curricular Activities
We have had several new ventures this year. Our Tuesday After-School Club began with an art class and pupils are trying out traditional crafts and painting a new mural in the entrance hall.
At dinner time they have been getting active by trying their hands (and feet) at hip hop dancing in preparation for the PTA evening.
We also have a new addition to our violin, brass and woodwind tuition with the arrival of Miss Rosborough who teaches music, speech and drama to individual pupils on a Friday morning.
Next year we’ll be entering ‘Britain’s Got Talent’!
Welcome to the World
We have been spreading our wings with the continuation of work for our Comenius Project. We also organised a special assembly and games to celebrate European Day of Languages.
These are just two of the activities which have helped us gain the International School Award, which we hold for the next three years, and we welcomed some very special visitors on Tuesday 22nd, to present us with our flag, including the Awards Manager himself, Mr John Rolfe.
On Monday 28th we welcomed some more international visitors when the Rock Ministries brought Mwamba Choir from Uganda. The children enjoyed Mrs Gordon’s scones before a quick game of football and they still had the energy to dance, sing and play instruments. Many thanks to all those who joined us for the performance and for the many donations, which came to a total of £200.
Charity
Our charity ventures for the year continued with a staff coffee morning which raised £110 in aid of the Northern Ireland Hospice and the selling of pins for the Wings Appeal.
Kidz & Co.
Kilrea Primary’s Mothers and Toddlers group will begin on Wednesday 7th October from 10 am -12 noon.
If you have pre-school children please come along, have a cuppa and catch up with other Mums and Dads whilst the kids play.
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