At a graduation ceremony on Friday we said a fond farewell to Sixth Class pupils James, Cillian, Evan, Hugh, Evan, Mark, Jack, James and Naomi. The ceremony was followed by refreshments for the parents and a pizza party for the pupils. We congratulate the children and we thank them for their
contribution to Greaghrahan N.S. over the years. We wish them well as they embark on the next chapter of their education. Thanks to Ms. Fitzpatrick who made the day so special for the graduates and their families.

The highlight of Active Schools' Week took place when the school held its annual Sports Day.  A variety of fun filled activities was planned to keep the pupils active. The Senior pupils took the lead on the day and led the younger pupils through the activity stations. They did an absolutely amazing job demonstrating the activities and and giving plenty of encouragement to the pupils. Well done everyone. We all had a great day!

The Junior and Middle rooms travelled to Killinkere Pet farm on Wednesday 22nd June for their school tour. There they  joined the pupils from Newtowngore N.S. for a day full of fun activities. The tour began with a nature walk to the duck pond through a wild life habitat. Then the pupils were taken on a tour of the farm to feed and pet the animals. Each child had the opportunity to have a pony ride and play in the outdoor playground. Finally the farmer took everyone for a tractor and trailer ride. We stopped for food at Mc Donalds on the way home. It was the perfect end to a great day. 

Congratulations to our Sixth Class Graduates Cillian, Evan G, Evan H, Jack, James B, James M, Hugh Mark and Naomi who finished their primary education at Greaghrahan NS. On Friday 17th June we celebrated the Sixth Class Graduation and it was wonderful to have all the childrens parents in attendance. The Sixth Class students were treated to a Pizza Party to celebrate the end of their time in Primary School. We thank the sixth class students for all their contributions to school life in Greaghrahan NS. Each one of them has done us proud. We wish them every success in their future as they embark on their next stage of their educational journey. Watch the Class of 2022 video by clicking on the link below and look at our photographs from the Graduation Day. 

The pupils really enjoyed their session with Brian O' Reilly as he demonstrated all the basic skills of basketball. 

The pupils of the Middle and Senior rooms had an opportunity to learn all about the game of rounders during the week with Martin.  

Everyone had great fun doing the limbo. It's not as easy as it looks.

We were delighted to have some very enthusiastic walkers join us for our 'Walk with a Smile' every morning. 

The pupils had the opportunity to have a taster session with Rinka during the week. Rinka classes are fun-filled, energetic and child centred just as we like it at Greaghrahan N.S.

The Senior Room had a fantastic day on their School Tour at Tanagh Outdoor Education and Training Centre in Cootehill. It was a beautiful sunny day and the students participated in a variety of activities including Orienteering, Team Building, Canoeing, Mud sliding and Rock Climbing.  On the way home the students stopped in McDonalds and enjoyed their dinner and McFlurry ice-cream. It was a fantastic day and it was lovely to see the students have so much fun with their friends. 

 We are delighted to announce that Greaghrahan National School have been awarded their very first Amber Flag award. This award is presented to schools who make a conscious effort to promote and improve the well-being and mental health of their school community.
We would like to express a special thanks to our pupil representatives of the Amber Flag Committee for their promotion of positive mental health during the year.
Our Amber Flag pupil representatives are as follows;

• Junior Infants – Rinn Carroll
• Senior Infants  - Sarah Cassidy
• 1st Class - Finn Mc Niff
• 2nd Class - Aidan O’Neill Chambers
• 3rd Class - Lucy Smith
• 4th Class - Eabha Hughes, Sarah Gallagher, Lily Magahran
• 5th Class - Hugh Grace
• 6th Class - Jack Keyes, Naoimi Waters, James Martin

Also, big thanks to all pupils, staff and parents of Greaghrahan NS for supporting and engaging in all Amber Flag activities this year. Your efforts are a testament to the importance you all place on mental health and wellbeing. Thank you to Mrs Fitzpatrick our Amber Flag co co ordinator who organsied the activities with the Amber Flag committee this year. To celebrate the raising of our Amber Flag the students were treated to ice-cream for all their hard work throughout the year. 
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Please check out our Amber Flag page to see all the fantastic work we have been working on and will continue to work on next year. https://www.greaghrahanschool.ie/amber-flag.html 

Thank you to the transition year students from St Mogue's College, Bawnboy who have been working with the Senior Room throughout the year on an Irish initiative. The main aim of the project is to develop the students conversational skills and create an environment where the language can be promoted. The students enjoyed a range of games, music and dance through Irish and had lots of fun.  Thank you to Mrs Smith for organising the project. 

Well done to our Senior Room who took part in the Cumann na mBunscol Rounders competition Blitz in Breffni Park. The students played two games against Mullahoran and East Knockbride. The students had a lovely day out. 

Sixth Class Parents/Guardians and family members are invited to attend the Sixth Class Graduation Ceremony which will take place in Greaghrahan N.S. on Friday 17th June, 2022 at 1pm. Refreshments will be served after the ceremony. We hope this will be a nice celebration for the children before they leave Greaghrahan NS.