Author Archives: Sean O'Connor
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September – October 2018
Posted on October 24, 2018 by Sean O'Connor in Fifth ClassThe students of 5th class dressed up to celebrate Roald Dahl day in style. We learned about the life of the much loved author and listened to some lovely reader’s theatre performed by 4th Class (Thanks Ms. Lynch for organising it!). We explored the many works of the author and payed special attention to the […]
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Halloween party in 6th class
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Halloween Fun in Junior Infants
Posted on January 16, 2017 by Sean O'Connor in Junior Infants, NewsJunior Infants dressed up for Halloween and visited the cake sale in the Parish Hall. Afterwards we played some spooky games and had a party!
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Halloween drama in 6th class
Posted on January 16, 2017 by Sean O'Connor in News, Sixth Class6th class put together a Halloween performance with poetry, drama and dancing. Check out some of the pictures!
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Orla from the Road Safety Authority (RSA) visited Kilmacanogue NS
Posted on January 16, 2017 by Sean O'Connor in Junior Infants, News, Senior Infants Comments Off on Orla from the Road Safety Authority (RSA) visited Kilmacanogue NS Continue Reading... -
Volunteers for School Painting required
Posted on June 18, 2016 by Sean O'Connor in News, Parents' Association 2019/2020“steady-hands required” ! The School is in need of painting and we are hoping to inspire the parents to help us freshen up the inside of the school on Saturday 9th July 2016. Paint and materials will be provided,as will refreshments on the day, so don your painting rags and embrace your inner Michelangelo… Please email kilmacanogue2020@gmail.com […]
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Ideas welcome for future development of School grounds and garden
Posted on June 18, 2016 by Sean O'Connor in News, Parents' Association 2019/2020Following-on from the enormous success of the Secret Garden and general tidying of the school grounds, the School would like submissions or thoughts on further developing the generous spaces around the School.The benefit of sports and physical activities to developing children, cannot be overstated, while the interaction with the outdoors fosters creativity and imagination, as seen by […]
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6th class Halloween performance
Posted on February 29, 2016 by Sean O'Connor in Sixth Class6th class put together a Halloween play. Everyone got creative at home and made their own costumes. Have a look at some of the pictures. The Zombie dance!
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Dissecting a heart in 6th class
Posted on February 29, 2016 by Sean O'Connor in Sixth Class6th class have been studying the human heart and it’s function within the body over the last few weeks. We managed to get our hands on a sheep’s heart which looks and functions just like the human heart. Most of us were excited to have a good look at the heart and identify some of […]
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Valentine’s Day Art in Junior Infants
Posted on February 16, 2016 by Sean O'Connor in Junior InfantsTake a look at what we made for Valentine’s Day
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Ash Wednesday
Posted on February 16, 2016 by Sean O'Connor in Fifth Class, First Class, Fourth Class, Junior Infants, News, Second Class, Senior Infants, Sixth Class, Third ClassOn Ash Wednesday we gathered in the hall where Father Wall came to lead us in a prayer service followed by a distribution of the ashes. He spoke about Lent and how we are preparing for Easter.
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Pancake Tuesday in Junior Infants 2016
Posted on February 16, 2016 by Sean O'Connor in Junior InfantsWe celebrated Pancake Tuesday. We said our rhyme “Mix a Pancake” and everyone tried to flip some pancakes. It was great fun. We had toppings of sugar and lemon or syrup. Our pancakes were yummy. Well done everyone. Look at our pictures to see what we got up to.
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Halloween in Junior Infants
Posted on November 26, 2015 by Sean O'Connor in Junior InfantsLook at our Junior Infants dressed up for Halloween this year. We supported the cake sale in the parish hall. Millie won a voucher for Smyths in the raffle. We played some Halloween games in the classroom and watched a Halloween movie. It was a very scary day in the school as all the boys […]
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The army come to Kilmacanogue NS
Posted on November 26, 2015 by Sean O'Connor in Fifth Class, First Class, Fourth Class, Junior Infants, News, Second Class, Senior Infants, Sixth Class, Third ClassMembers of the Irish Defence Forces came to our school on Monday 9th November. Their job was to give us an Irish flag and a copy of the 1916 Proclamation. We decorated the school hall in preparation for the visit. It was a very special day. Emma assisted the soldiers in the reading of the […]
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Animal Fun in Kilmacanogue NS
Posted on November 26, 2015 by Sean O'Connor in First Class, Junior Infants, News, Second Class, Senior InfantsKarl Nagle came to our school with his pet birds and Bo Bo the rabbit. We got to pet the rabbit and look at all the different types of birds. Karl spoke to us about looking after birds especially in the cold weather. We asked him questions about his pets. Take a look at the […]
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The Secret Garden
Posted on June 25, 2015 by Sean O'Connor in NewsThe parents association and many others got together and planned a beautiful secret garden for Kilmacanogue NS. A lot of hard work, dedication, time and generosity combined to complete the amazing new garden and outdoor classroom out the back of the school. Thank you from all the staff and pupils for this wonderful addition to […]
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Sixth Class Graduation night
Posted on June 25, 2015 by Sean O'Connor in Sixth ClassSixth class put on a lovely show on the evening of Wednesday the 24th June. The Art displays were beautiful and the acts were very entertaining. Thank you to all who helped out, especially parents who helped with refreshments afterwards, Mr. Stakelum who assisted with the music and the show and Mrs. Kelly who awarded […]
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Junior Infant School Tour June 2015
Posted on June 23, 2015 by Sean O'Connor in Junior InfantsThe Junior Infants had a great time on their school tour to Tinahely Farm Shop. There were lots of animals and activities to keep us busy for the day.
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Infants Sports Day 2015
Posted on June 23, 2015 by Sean O'Connor in Junior Infants, Senior InfantsThe Junior and Senior Infants had a great time on their sports day. Many thanks to Mr. Stakelum and to the children of Fifth and Sixth Class for helping and organising the activities.
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An Afternoon of Music
Posted on June 23, 2015 by Sean O'Connor in Fifth Class, First Class, Fourth Class, News, Second Class, Sixth Class, Third ClassHere are a selection of photographs from the concert that was held after school last Thursday (18th June). Many thanks to Claire and Linda for their dedication and teaching the children the musical instruments throughout the year.
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