Well done to all parents and children who kindly put together their Christmas boxes for the annual shoe box appeal. It is a fantastic initiative that encourages the children not to forget others less well off in other countries at Christmas time. There was a super response from the parents and there was great excitement when the army officers came to collect. Well done to all involved.
https://www.teamhope.ie/christmas-shoebox-appeal/
A big thank you to Cumann na mBunscoil Cill Chainnaigh and Tesco Ireland for their recent sponsorship of a new set of GAA Jerseys for the Glenmore/Ballyfacey School Teams. We were delighted with them in our traditional green and gold. Our Student Council members did a fine job of modelling them!
Today, 3rd and 4th class had a great day in Mullinavat GAA Club at the mixed football blitz. The blitz was organised by Kilkenny GAA and carried out by their coaches. Girls and boys from Glenmore, Carraigeen and Dunnamaggin schools took part on a very nice Autumn day. Thanks also to our 6th class referees Richie, Diarmuid and Jack who carried out their duties very well.
On the eve of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris, we would like to wish the best of luck our former pupil Mia Griffin who take part in the Team Pursuit Track Cycling event. Mia was a distinguished student and athlete during her time in Glenmore N.S. excelling in athletics and Camogie before turning her attention to professional cycling and Olympic Track Cycling. We wish her and her team all the best and would love to see her return to Glenmore with medal.
https://www.irishtimes.com/sport/athletics/2024/05/01/mia-griffins-unique-olympic-journey-from-a-kilkenny-camogie-field-to-the-paris-velodrome/
https://olympics.ie/athlete/mia-griffin/
Yesterday was a day of mixed emotions in Glenmore N.S. as we said our goodbyes to the 6th class of 2024. We had our final assembly where the 6th class gave a short speech each about their memories and times in the school. Some wrote poems and some just spoke from the heart. Miss Kelly then gave the children their presents with some kind words for each student. The pupils were then treated to a nice ice cream as they enjoyed their final day sharing memories with one another.
In the final week of school the much anticipated ‘Mini League Hurling’ Final was one of the highlights. 31 boys and girls took part with 6 teams playing 8 matches each over the April – June period. Following the league stages the two teams left standing were JJ’s Team and Callums Team. The final was an exciting match with Callum building up and early lead, only to be reeled in in the second half by JJ. In an exciting finish Callums team won by 4-7 to 4-3.
Mr. Grant presented the teams in the final with their medals and highlighted the efforts of all children. Looking forward to next year.
The Senior School Tour took place on Monday the 17th of June. The children in 5th and 6th had an action packed day. They first visited Spike Island in Cork with a nice boat ride to it. Later in the day they returned to Fota Wildlife Park where they explored and saw a huge variety of wildlife. Everyone was exhausted after the long day but they really enjoyed it. Thainks to Miss Kelly, Miss Keane, Miss Ryan and Geraldine for looking after everyone on the day.
Our Junior School Tour took place on Friday the 14th of June. The children from Juniors – 2nd Class went to Secret Valley Farm and Wildlife Park in Co.Wexford. The children had a really enjoyable day, the weather was good and they saw lots of rare and unusual animals. Everyone got to feed the goats and llamas also which was really fun for all. A super ride on the quad train rounded off a great day. Thanks to all the staff at Secret Valley for making it a great experience.
Well done to the boys from Ballyfacey and Glenmore on recently winning the Cummann na mBunscoil Roinn D Shield Competition. The final took place in Ballyhale on the 6th of June. The team played a brave Ballyragget side who battled very hard but Glenmore/Ballyfacey ran out comfortable winners in the end.
Thanks to all the parents for helping out with transport all year and to Mr. Grant and Mr. O’Gorman for promoting and facilitating the games. Maith sibh!
Over the past 4 weeks our 5th and 6th classes have been treated to a masterclass in home skills such as knitting, baking and sewing. Thanks to the Women’s Shed in the Glenmore Community Centre our pupils have picked up some great life skills. The children brought home scones, pizzas and buns all made by themselves. The children were taught to knit and sew also. Well done to Miss Kelly for organising and to all involved.
