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Holy Family Draw 2019

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On Wednesday the 18th of December, Holy Family Senior School held its annual draw. The draw was organised with help from the parents council who ensured there was a large selection of prizes on offer.

Thanks to the parents council and to all who bought lines in the draw.


Holy Family News Team Podcast – Episode One!

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In this first episode of our News Team Podcast we are looking at some of the events that went on over the first term. We hear from Abbie about sport, Jenna fills us in on Christmas, Robert talks about our Erasmus visitors, Lily May talks about cycle safety and all that is presented by our capable host Tom. We hope you enjoy this episode and join us for more Podcasts in 2020.

Link to Episode One


Have you seen Douglas?

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One of our students has lost their dog Douglas. We would be grateful if you could keep an eye out for the missing dog and contact one of the numbers on the attached poster if you see Douglas.


Back to School

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The school reopens on Thursday, August 29th (full day to 2:40pm). We look forward to welcoming everyone back after the summer break


Green Schools

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What is green schools?

Green schools is an international environment programme. Which promotes kids and adults to keep environment green.

Why was Green schools created?

Green schools was created to prevent the obvious problem with litter and more. They tackle and try to dominate litter in schools and communities.

Is it only to do with litter?

No, Green schools encourages saving energy and water. It also promotes walking, jogging or cycling to school. Green schools also thrives for air quality to be the best it can be.  

Who’s in charge  of green schools in Holy family senior school?

Mr o Connor 6th class teacher has been chosen to represent our school in leading us all to a greater school  environment. One child from each class has been elected to take part in the Green schools. They have meetings to decide what steps the school must take to get us where we want to be.

How does a school begin Green schools?

The school must fill out an application form to  join in with Green schools.

How do I find out more?

Visit the Green schools website greenschoolsireland.org for even more information.  

by Jenna Mccann (School News Team)