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Greaghrahan National School

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Staghall, Belturbet, Co. Cavan. H14CH74
Tel- (049) 9526502 email: office@greaghrahanschool.ie
www.greaghrahanschool.ie
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We are delighted to welcome you to Greaghrahan National school's website.
We are a small three teacher rural school, 5 minutes from Ballyconnell Co. Cavan, close to the Slieve Russell hotel. We pride ourselves on our welcoming and caring school atmosphere and the fun and active learning opportunities we provide for our pupils.

Wishing you all..............

22/12/2018

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Wishing all our pupils, families and the wider community a happy and peaceful Christmas! See you all in the New Year!

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Santa Dash and Christmas Fun Day

21/12/2018

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Mr. and Mrs. Claus pictured on their arrival at Greaghrahan NS to take part in the Santa Dash and Christmas Fun day. Make sure to check out the pictures on our new Active School page.

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Carol Singing

21/12/2018

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On Thursday 21st December we had the opportunity to go carol singing in Ballyconnell. This was a great experience for the children and they sang their hearts out to help get everyone into the festive spirit! Thanks to everyone at Kennedy's Spar and Kennedy's Expert Hardware for allowing us to entertain their customers and for their hospitality and kindness.

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Christmas Performance

19/12/2018

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A lovely Christmas performance was held in the school on Tuesday 19th December. The story of the first Christmas was told through music, drama and song. It really made everyone reflect on the true meaning of Christmas. As always the children were fantastic. Well done children !

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Christmas Jumper Day

16/12/2018

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We wore our Christmas jumpers on Friday 14th December in aid of the Children's Ward, Cavan General hospital. Thanks to everyone for supporting this cause.
We raised a total of €120. Well done everyone!!

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Christmas Panto

11/12/2018

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We had a fantastic day on Tuesday when we travelled to the Market Place Theatre Armagh to see the panto 'Aladdin.' It was a great performance, Oh yes it was!!

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Arts and Craft Afternoon

6/12/2018

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Greaghrahan N.S. was buzzing on Wednesday last when busy little artists from the surrounding area joined our pupils for an afternoon of art, craft and fun. They were ably assisted by our own team of elves from sixth class, who made sure everyone felt at home. Our parents were also on hand to help cut, stick and clean up the odd spillage! After their hard work the children moved to the hall for free play while their adults enjoyed a cup of tea and a chat. Sincere thanks to our parents who organised the event and made sure that all the children had a most enjoyable afternoon.

Check out some of the wonderful creations here!

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Well Done Fiachra!

5/12/2018

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Congratulations to Fiachra in fifth class who has qualified for the Ulster finals in Scór na nÓg with Drumlane Léiriú Stáitse group. The Ulster final will take place in Silverbridge, Co. Armagh on Saturday, 12th January. Best of luck Fiachra!!

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Credit Union Art Competition Winners

5/12/2018

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Congratulations to Nicola, James, Hugh and Keira winners in the Ballyconnell Credit Union Art Competition.

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A Visit from Anne our Postperson

3/12/2018

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The pupils have been learning about the Post Office in Aistear. They learned about the journey a letter takes when it is posted. They wrote letters, bought stamps for them and posted them. They worked in the post office selling stamps, TV licences and dog licences. Then the post had to be sorted and delivered. Anne, our local post person took time out from her busy schedule to talk to the children about her work with an Post. They had lots of questions for her. Anne starts work very early in the morning in Belturbet, where she sorts the post that comes from Athlone. There are 10 other people working in Belturbet and they all have their own area to deliver to. She has 365 houses on her round. Anne has a special uniform and she must always wear her boots and high visibility jacket for safety. Thank you Anne for visiting our school.

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Archive

Confirmation
Sixth Class children will receive the sacrament of Confirmation on Saturday 11th May at 12 noon in St Patrick's Church Milltown

Easter Holidays
School will close on Friday 12th April and reopen Monday 29th April

Peace IV Celebration Day
Friday 5th April at 1:15pm in the school hall

FAI Soccer Tournament
Senior boys will travel to Cootehill to take part in the Spar 5s Soccer Competition

World Book Day
Thursday 7th March
Children can come to school dressed as their favourite character

Ash Wednesday
6th March
Prayer Service and distribution of ashes in school at 12 noon

Pancake Tuesday
Tuesday 5th March

Mid-Term Break
School closed on Thursday 21st and Friday 22nd February

Be Active After Schools Activity Programme commences on Monday 11th February from 3-4 pm

Credit Union Quiz
The annual Credit Union quiz takes place on Monday 4th February at 7:30pm in Templeport Resource Centre

St Brigid's Day
Grandparents and parents will be helping the children to make crosses on Friday 1st February at 1:30 pm

CASE Peace IV
The Junior Room will begin their Shared Education Programme with Newtowngore NS on Friday 1st February.

Author Colm McElwain will visit the school on Friday 18th January

Active School
Santa Dash and Christmas Fun Day on Friday 21st December

Carol Singing
The children will be singing Christmas carols at Kennedy's Spar & Kennedy's Expert Hardware on Thursday 20th December at 11am

Christmas Arts and Crafts Afternoon
Wednesday 5th December 1:3 -3:00 pm

Cumann na mBunscol
The Cumann na mBunscol Final takes place on Saturday 10th November at 2pm in the 3G pitch Cavan. Best of luck to our team!

Cumann na mBunscol
The boys and girls will play Cross NS in the semi-final in Butlersbridge on Tuesday Nov 6th at 4.30pm. Good Luck!!

Just Smile!
The photographer will visit the school on 19th November

School Closure
The school will close on Thursday 26th October to facilitate poling in the Presidential election.

Cumann na mBunscol
Boys and girls from fourth, fifth and sixth class will travel to Corlough on Oct 22nd to participate in the Cumann na mBunscol competition.

CASE Peace IV
Our shared education programme with Newtowngore NS commences on September 28th at the Share Centre, Lisnaskea. See calendar for further dates.

New School Year
The school will re-open on Monday 3rd September.

End of Year Mass
A Mass of Thanksgiving will be celebrated on Thursday 21st June at 12 noon, to mark the retirement of our principal Mr. Pat Duggan, followed by presentations and refreshments.

Athletic Coach
Popular athletic coach James Mc Dowell returns for 6 weeks beginning Friday 27th of April.

School Tour
Junior and Senior Tour to GR8 Entertainment, Co. Monaghan will take place on Friday 25th of May.

Cavan County Museum
The Senior Room will visit Cavan County Museum on May 4th.

First Holy Communion in Staghall Church on Sunday 13th May at 11.30am

Confirmation on Saturday 14th April at 12 noon in St Patrick's Church Milltown.

Easter Holidays
The school will close for the Easter break on Friday 23rd March and re-open on Monday 9th April.

Seachtain na Gaeilge
To celebrate our culture and heritage, the pupils will put on a short performance of song, music and dance on Friday 16th March at 1pm. Everyone welcome.

World Book Day
Come to school dressed as your favourite storybook character to join in the World Book Day celebrations.

Duathlon Training
Cycling and running training with coach from Cavan Sports Partnership begins Friday 23rd February for 4 weeks.

Christmas Holidays
The school will close for the Christmas break on Friday, 22nd Dec

Wear Your Christmas Jumper for Bóthar
Friday 15th Dec we will all be wearing our Christmas Jumpers to help families worldwide who are in need. Subscription Voluntary

Christmas Carol Service
Staghall Church Thursday 14th Dec at 7.30pm. Everyone welcome!

The Big Red Bus Company
will present the puppet show "Oops Forgotten Something" based on the true meaning of Christmas on Thursday, 7th Dec.

School Photographs
Memory Lane Photography will visit the school on Monday, 20th November.

River Explorers
Senior Pupils will become 'River Explorers'for the day on Friday 10th November with Waterways Ireland and Leave no Trace. Outdoor clothing and footwear essential.

Hallowe'en Dress Up
The children are invited to come to school in fancy dress on Friday 27th October for some Hallowe'en fun and games.

Diocesan Advisor
Sr. Anna Smith will visit the school on Thursday 26th October.

School Closure Wednesday Oct 25th
The school will be closed on Wednesday, 25th October for staff training in the Primary Language Curriculum.

Sponsored Walk
Organised by the Parent Association, the walk will leave the school at 2pm. All family and friends welcome.

Athletic Coach
We are delighted to welcome back James Mc Dowell who will be with us for the next few weeks. PE gear to be worn on Thursdays until further notice.

Enrolment for First Communion and Confirmation
9th October in Staghall Church. Parents may enrol anytime between 7pm and 8.30pm

Meeting for First Communion Parents
Wednesday 4th October 8.30pm in the school.

Meeting for Confirmation Parents
Monday 2nd October at 8.30pm in Milltown NS

School Holidays
The school will close for the Summer break on Tuesday 27th June and re-open on Friday 1st of September.

End of Year Mass
An End of Year Mass will be celebrated by Fr. Comiskey on Monday 26th June at 12:00 in the school.
All welcome.

Jumble Sale
The pupils of 5th and 6th class will hold a Jumble Sale on Wednesday 21st June. Toys, book, games etc. in good condition can be brought into school from the 14th.

Mountain Biking
To mark National Bike Week, 5th and 6th classes will be taken Mountain Biking to Cavan Canoe Centre Butlersbridge on Thursday 15th June.

Sports Day
Our annual Sports Fun Day will take place at the school on Friday 16th June.

Junior & Senior Tours take place on Friday 2nd June

Rounders Tournament for children in the Senior room on Friday 26th May in Milltown at 10:30am

Cumann na mBunscol
5th & 6th Class Girls Football on Wednesday 24th May in Ballyconnell at 10am.

Confirmation in Staghall Church on Saturday 6th May at 12 noon.

First Holy Communion in Staghall Church on Sunday 14th May at 11.30am

Second Class children will celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation for the first time on Wednesday 5th April at 7:30pm

Easter Holidays
The school closes for the Easter break on Friday 7th April and re-opens on Monday 24th April.

Athletic Coach
Weekly classes for all pupils will commence on Friday 10th March. PE gear to be worn.

Science Workshop 5th and 6th Class in Belturbet Library on 14th March.

Seachtain na Gaeilge
To celebrate our culture and heritage, the pupils will put on a short performance of song, music and dance on Thursday 16th March at 1pm. Everyone welcome.

School Book Fair
Scholastic Book Fair in school 20th-25th March.

You Shall be my Witness
Dates for Confirmation preparation programme in Milltown Community Centre: Tuesday 14th, 21st, 28th March and 4th April at 6.30pm.