Success at St Michael’s
It has been a busy month at St Michael’s PS Newtownhamilton, as pupils continue to achieve
success on all fronts.
Tara and Urte won two Kindle Fire
tablets for their school when their story writing skills earned them first
place in a creative writing competition which had a distinctive international
dimension.
They were among over 120 pupils from eight primary schools
across Northern Ireland who recently took part in the unique programme ‘Around
The World In Story Tales’ at W5 in the Odyssey Belfast to promote International
Education Week.
With support from the Department Of Education NI and The
British Council, the programme facilitated teachers and their schools to form
sustainable relationships with international partners. St. Michael’s hosted visits from a Chilean
language assistant and honed their ICT skills with animation workshops.
W5 Educator Elaine Steele explained; “Around the World in
Story Tales incorporates a unique series of events which will use literacy and
drama as a tool to promote better understanding of other cultures amongst young
people.”
The school football team were also very successful this
month. They won the shield at the recent Belleeks Tournament, playing some
excellent football and showing off their great GAA skills.
We had a visit from some special guests this month. Key
Stage 1 teacher Miss Carragher took some newly born lambs into the school for the
children to meet. A great experience for the children who had the opportunity
to hold, feed and play with them.
Sr Tarsisius made her last visit to the school in an
official capacity. She was very impressed by the singing, dancing and confidence
of the children as she visited each classroom. The Primary 2 class presented
her with a special portrait so that she would remember the children of St
Michael’s. We look forward to welcoming her back to their school next year to
view our new foyer office.
Finally, new Principal Mr Mone received a very warm welcome
from all children, parents and staff on beginning his new post at the beginning of the month.
