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February 15, 2023Outdoor Learning, , by

Weaving with nature – 10th February

Weaving an invitation – 3rd class Sit spot Sit spot is an opportunity or invitation to be with nature and to pay attention to what we see or hear or feel or notice. Today we noticed: Creating Weaving Forms – 4th class A frame – …
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February 10, 2023Uncategorizedby

We are grateful for

We are grateful for the midterm ahead that enables everyone have a break from school routines. We are grateful for the very broad range of learning opportunities presented to children at DSP – gym, dance, maths stations, green school committee, student council, art, persuasive writing, …
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February 10, 2023Board of Management, Uncategorizedby

School Closure for Primary Language Curriculum Training

The Board has approved an additional school closure day to facilitate teacher training on the Primary Language Curriculum on Thursday 16th March 2023. The context of the closure is on-going curriculum development – see full details Professional Development Services for Teachers The training is a …
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February 7, 2023Outdoor Learning, , by

3rd & 4th class – 3rd February – Brídeog

In an ancient custom, still practised in parts of Ireland, children would make a Brideog Doll for St. Brigid’s Day. The doll was created as a physical representation of St. Brigid. The doll would be walked around the town or village, to each household, where …
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January 31, 2023Uncategorizedby

Keep Children Safe. Make good parking choices.

We hope everyone read the WhatsApp pleas from the PTA regarding traffic. Unsafe drop practices were raised as an issue at the last PTA meeting. We learned many good habits during the pandemic that kept our school gates safe. Unfortunately, some drivers are not making …
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January 31, 2023Uncategorizedby

Credit Union Schools Quiz 2023

Well done to the 4th and 6th class teams that represented DSPNS in the ‘Credit Union Schools Quiz 2023’ at Cherrywood ETNS on Monday, 30th January 2023.  They should be very proud of themselves for working so well together in their teams and then winning …
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January 31, 2023Board of Management, Uncategorizedby

Board of Management Summary Report January 2023

A meeting of DSPNS Board of Management (BOM) was held on Tuesday 17th January 2023 via zoom.Items on the agenda included the Principal’s Report, Treasurer’s Report, Voluntary Contributions (VCs), Communications, Maintenance, and Buildings report. Specific items included: • The Board reviewed three policies: i) Child …
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January 31, 2023Outdoor Learning, by

4th class – Brigid agus Brat Bhríde

Brigid is our matron Saint and Celtic Goddess and a celebration of all mná. Traditionally Brigid’s Day is Imbolc, the first day of Spring, the return of the light and the ancient Celtic festival of the goddess. Brigid was Ireland’s first environmentalist, a passionate protector …
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January 30, 2023Uncategorizedby

Dates for your diary 2023

We are delighted to share some important school community dates Sports Day Thursday 22nd June 2023 (weather permitting)6th class graduation Wednesday 28th June 2023 11:00-12:00
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January 29, 2023Outdoor Learning, by

3rd class – Brigid agus maidí sailí

We are learning about Brigid, the goddess and the saint. This is the first year that we have a public holiday for Brigid’s Day. “ Brigid is the bridge, crossing the threshold from Goddess to Saint, Celtic to Christian, North and South, winter and spring, …
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