Peppa Pig visited the school recently to deliver certificates to pupils in P1-4. The certificates were awarded for completion of the Lights, Camera, Confidence after school club. Peppa shook hands with all the boys and girls and was so impressed by the talent in St.Michael's that she asked the teachers to give the children no homework for the night!! The Lights , Camera Confidence drama club was a class that all the children really enjoyed and drama teacher Andrea will return next year.

Primary 6 and 7 pupils travelled the short distance to Slieve Gullion to enjoy an action packed day of orienteering and outdoor learning. Led by Phil and the OK, Let's Walk team, it was a day to remember as the pupils made their way to the top of the mountain. Here we have a photo showing the beautiful views near the top as the pupils begin their descent. More photographs are available to view and download from the OK Let's Walk website.
Congratulations to the boys and girls of Miss Carragher's P4 class who made their First Holy Communion on Saturday 27th April. The children were central to the celebration and every one played their part well. Many thanks to Fr Cooney and the choir, led by Colm McGarvey, who contributed to what was a very special occasion.
The Primary Seven's took part in the annual Belleek tournament on Friday 26th April. 10 local schools gathered to play for the Gary Toner memorial cup. After a very eventful mornings play (which included a 10 minute break due to a hailstone shower!) St. Michael's had managed to get to the final of the tournament where they played St.Brigid's Drumilly. After a tight match the team fell short by a solitary point. An excellent effort from the boys and girls who represented the school with great pride and sportsmanship. Congratulations to Drumily on their win and also to our neighbours St.Oliver's Carrickovaddy, who were the shield winners on the day.
The P3-7 children all visited the Armagh Planetarium to see the Cosmic Dragons show and to look around the great galleries and displays. A very informative afternoon was enjoyed by both teachers and pupils alike.

Our neighbours from the playgroup joined us for a morning of fun and games led by Andrea from Lights, Camera, Confidence. The pupils from P1/2 got to meet old friends and make some new ones on a activity filled morning that everyone enjoyed.
Congratulations to the boys and girls of Primary 7 who made their Confirmation in St.Patrick's Chapel, Cullyhanna on March 8th. The service was conducted by Monsignor James Carroll who was assisted by Fr Cullen and Fr Coyle.
An after schools club that shows the brighter side of learning Maths is now on for our P5/6/7 pupils on Thursdays. The club uses games like darts and curling as well as IPAD Apps and Mathletics to show the fun side of learning.

School is closed today, Tues 5/2/13 due to heavy snow.
Drama classes for Ms Quinn's and Miss Carragher's classes are now up and running every Tuesday. The class is run by Andrea from Lights, Camera, Confidence and is jammed with lots of fun and games.
At St. Michael's Primary School We aim to create a calm and caring environment where teachers and children learn and work together. Each Child will be encouraged to fulfil their potential and central to this is the ethos of respect for self and others. We aim to establish a community that pupils, parents, teachers and support staff enjoy a sense of belonging to and have an important part to play.
On this blog we will keep parents/guardians informed of past and upcoming events. There will be pictures, surveys and even games for your children to play, so make sure you are a regular visitor.