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Calendar 2011/’12

School Reopens: Tuesday, 30th. August, 2011 @ 9.00 a.m.

Midterm: 1st. Term: 31st. October - 4th. November, 2011 inclusive.

Christmas Holidays: 22nd. December - 6th. January, 2012 inclusive.

School closes on 22nd. December, 2011.

School reopens on 09th. January, 2012.

Midterm: 2nd. Term: 13th. - 17th. February, 2012 inclusive.

St. Patrick’s Day: School closed on Monday 19th. March, 2012.

Easter Holidays: 2nd. - 13th. April, 2012. inclusive.

School closes on 2nd. April, 2012.

School reopens on 16th. April, 2012.

May Bank Holiday: School closed on Monday and Tuesday

7th. & 8th. May, 2012.

June Bank Holiday: School closed on Monday and Tuesday

4th. & 5th. June, 2012.

Science Week

Holy Family was a hive of activity during science week. The 6th classes visited the University of Limerick for a fascinating 'cosmic explorers' show. The theme we chose for this year was water, as this is also our new green schools theme. The hall was awash with experiments ranging from floating and sinking to chemical reactions. Children also designed and made water related things such as rain gauges and lava lamps. Every exhibit was manned by members of each class who explained the science behind their projects. Thank you to all our Mums, Dads, Nanas and Grandads who visited us on Science Day to view our water themed science experiments.

Maths for Fun

Maths for Fun took place during Maths Week in all our 2nd classes. Each session involved the parents coming to the Parents Room for an introductory session where they familiarised themselves with the various maths games. Finally, each Mum or Dad led a group of children in the classroom, teaching them a range of enjoyable games including bingo and number loops. Great fun and learning was had by all involved.

Intermediate Champions Visit Holy Family

Ronan Keane, a member of the All Ireland winning Clare intermediate hurling team visited Holy Family recently with the Michael Cusack cup. He was greeted with rapturous applause and had some useful words of advice for all our young players.

Booklists for School Year 2011 / 2012

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2nd Class

3rd Class

4th Class

5th Class

6th Class

End of Year Letter for Parents

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School Calendar 2011 / 2012

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Holy Family Senior School students put on an amazing display of their many wonderful talents at our recent talent show. Children from all classes were involved in the event which left the audience very impressed. With the help of our parents' association, staff and students put on an enjoyable night of entertainment which included singing, dancing, playing music, comedy, gymnastics and much much more. There were even a few surprise appearances on the night!!!!!

MUSIC IN SCHOOL

The month of May saw an exciting new venture when all 3rd class students in the school commenced a programme of violin tuition as part of their curriculum during the school day. Classes are in group format and a feature of the programme is that all students participate with their teachers irrespective of previous musical experience. All instruments and equipment is provided. Click here to visit the Holy Family strings blog.

Green Schools

Holy Family received its second green flag award this summer. Everyone is delighted with this achievement and we now move on to a new theme - Water!

Also, Holy Family won the Best Kept Schools award this June! We fought off competition from 8 other schools. Our theme for the project was "In the Garden." We received the award at a ceremony in the Ennis Town Council offices in June.

Class Blogs

Check out some of our class blogs by clicking on the links below.

Mr McCormack's

4th Class

Mr Eade's

4th Class

Mr O Neill's

6th Class

Ms Vaughan's

3rd Class

St Patrick's Day Parade

Holy Family Schools took part in the St Patrick's Day Parade in Ennis this year. Our theme of 'the circus' lent itself to a display a wonderful vibrant colours, as children dressed up in fantastic costumes. The school band and majorettes provided lively entertainment to onlookers. Well done to all who took part, and a big thank you to parents who helped with costumes and props and to those who walked with us on the day. Click here to see some photos from the parade.

Artist in Residence

Our Artist in residence, Susanna Anker has begun her wet felting project with 4 th & 5th classes. Great excitement and creativity has been coming from under the Halla every Friday, with felt production being supported by teachers, SNA’s and parents.

Grandparents Day

Grandparents Day was a memorable day for all involved, both adults and children. We were treated to great memories of grannies', nanas' and granddads' childhoods. They explained how life was so different to present day, and showed some treasured possessions which brought the past to life. All the grandchildren were so proud to have their grandparents visit as VIPs. Click here to see some snapshots from the day.

All our VIPs with their grandchildren!

Cake Sale

Our Parents Council held a wonderful cake sale this year. All parents and children supported it, by sending in an amazing array of tempting treats, which were snapped up by eager buyers! Thanks to all those who contributed by baking or helping out on the day.

Wasting energy is not cool, turn off the lights and save our fuel!

Inspired by the Vision of Catherine McAuley, Holy Family Senior School, through a holistic approach, aspires to achieve the full potential of each student, with particular concern for those who are disadvantaged or marginalized.

Underpinning this is the Catholic ethos based on truth, justice, tolerance, respect, self-worth and a sense of oneness with the entire Cosmos.