Newsletter April 2024
Monday April 8th 2024
Dear Parents/ Guardians,
School Shorts: Pupils can wear the school tracksuit everyday unless otherwise instructed. The school shorts are available to order from IDSPORTS. https://idsportshop.com/ . These are part of the school uniform and mandatory.
Pupils will wear the school uniform for Confirmation and Communion with black or brown footwear.
X: Please follow the school Twitter account @dunbleiscecbs to see school updates and photographs.
Mini 7’s Hurling: Congratulations to the Mini 7’s hurling team who retained the East title before Easter. They will contest the county final in Rathkeale on Thursday April 11th.
Indoor Hurling: Well done to the 4th class boys on the school indoor hurling team who are County Champions. Fionn O’ Brien accepted the Noel Liston trophy from Joe Lyons after very convincing wins in all their games. Comhghairdeas don na buachaillí i rang a ceathair. Much thanks to Mr Moloney for all the training and encouragement.
Primary Game: Congratulations to Seán Fox who has been selected to play on the Primary Game hurling team. A great achievement for Seán. Sean will play in Cusack on Sunday April 21st where Limerick play Clare.
Say Yes to Languages Winner- Congratulations to Charlie Hyman, 6th class who was one of the winners in this national competition. Well done Charlie.
Hurling Skills: All classes will continue to receive coaching from Seán Whelan. Please bring your hurley and helmet on Fridays.
Confirmation Retreat: Pupils in 5/6th class will travel to Holycross Abbey for their Confirmation retreat on Tuesday April 16th . Full school uniform to be worn and bring a packed lunch.
Ceremony of Light for Confirmation class will take place on Wednesday next April 10th 1t 1.30p.m. in the Parish Church. All are welcome to attend.
School Closures:
Thursday May 2nd for Confirmation
Monday and Tuesday May 6th and 7th- May Bank Holiday
Monday and Tuesday June 3rd and 4th- June Bank Holiday
Summer holidays: Friday June 21st
First Penance: will take place for 2nd class pupils on Monday April 15th at 10.30a.m. at the school . Pupils are requested to wear the school uniform.
School Tour: The school tour will take place to Adventure World in U.L. on Friday June 7th 2024. The cost is € 35 per pupil. Thanks to all who have paid to date. Final numbers need to be submitted by Friday so all money needs to be paid before Friday.
Whiteboard Markers and Handwriting Pens are available to purchase from Audrey. Please ensure your son has a fully equipped pencil case with the necessary requirements- pencil, red biro, ruler, eraser, whiteboard marker , colours etc. Ms Elizabeth is running a stationery shop every morning before school for all your necessary supplies.
School Policies: At the last Parents Association meeting the Homework Policy was discussed. This will be available on the school website in the coming weeks.
Thank you for your continued support of the school at all times.
Mise, le Meas
Siobhán Ní Bhraoin
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