Debating Trials.

We held a debate in the GP room to decide on our team for the upcoming debating competition, run by Monaghan Education Centre.
37 pupils participated, arguing for or against the motion that children should be allowed to have mobile phones.
We were very impressed with the preparation the children put into their talks, as well as their confident delivery.

6 pupils were chosen to represent our school. Well done to James, Brianna, Joanne, Aisling, Regina and Callum. 

Their first round debate takes place this Wednesday v's Baileboro. 

Short story competition

TV3 have a short story competition for children. The deadline is the 6th of December so if you are interested, start writing a first draft as soon as possible. Bring whatever you are working on to school and we can have a look at it!
childrens-short-story-competition/

Check these websites that offer some advice and samples of children's work.
BBC 500 words
coreygreen.com/storytips
youngwriters.co.uk

Christmas Shoe Box

Well done fifth and fourth class for giving all these beautiful  Christmas Shoe Boxes.

An Cabhán Abú!

4th and 5th class are starting some research on Cavan, its geography, history, people, music and culture.
We are learning "The Gallant John Joe", which is about the captain of 2 Cavan All-Ireland winning teams in the 1940s.
Deirbhile brought in some books about Cavan football that have lots of references to that team.

Can you find any information on the following?

-nice places to visit in Cavan
-what activities/sports you can do
-famous people-sporting/musical/arts etc.
-Cavan through history
-placenames and what they mean
-geographical features

Here are a few websites to get you started- remember, sometimes the best way to find out about your county is to talk to people!
cavantv
ireland101.com/counties/cavan
breifnehistory

New blog!

Announcing our latest blog, KillyMathsEyes!

Children are encouraged to look for examples of maths all around them, and to think creatively about mathematical questions. 

Send in photos via Ms.Wynne's email to get your photo posted. 

Have a few questions prepared as well to get your classmates thinking!

killymathseyes