Here We Go Again!!!
Boys and girls, the teachers were all so proud of each and every one of you and your parents for the huge effort and commitment you gave to online learning last year.
You were and remain a credit to your school and families. Give it your best during this lockdown and remember to give yourself plenty of breaks and exercise in between subjects.
You can do this!!!
WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER!
Boys and girls, the teachers were all so proud of each and every one of you and your parents for the huge effort and commitment you gave to online learning last year.
You were and remain a credit to your school and families. Give it your best during this lockdown and remember to give yourself plenty of breaks and exercise in between subjects.
You can do this!!!
WE ARE IN THIS TOGETHER!
Lockdown 2 Memories
Please send any snaps from Home School to denisemcmahon@stdaighs.com
A very Happy Birthday to all our children who have celebrated their birthday since the closure of St. Daighs
December
Chloe Shevlin
Sean McQuaid
Lucy Geraghty
Síofra McKenn
Cian McMahon
Joao Pedro Rodrigues
Aoibheann Greene
Luke Street
January
Noemi Szczepanik
Emma Meegan
Zoe Mulholland
Shane Hand
Noah Street
Martin Rooney
Dylan Lennon
Rian Byrne
Ryan O’Connor
Lauren Murphy
Tadgh Rooney
Dawid Szczepanik
Kayla Curtis
Aaron Martin
Karolina Perlejewska
Maya Perlejewska
Sophie Duffy
Olivia Campbell
February
Darcie Martin
Harry Byrne
Kate O’Toole
Abbie Hoey
Birthdays coming up
Savannah Fitzsimons
Ben Byrne
Daniel McKenna
Eoghan Cumiskey
Senán Conlon
Liam Morton
Emer McKeown
Lorcan Prunty
Sarah O’Connor
Jack Meegan
Éanna Doherty
Samantha Peraviciute
Ciara Healy Dooley
St. Brigid’s Cross
Online Teaching
With regards to live online lessons, all academic research at primary level is that live online lessons are ineffective. They can be summed up in the following:
The medium of instruction is far less important than the quality of the instruction.
When it comes to live online lessons, the only advantage from the research was that they are good for very small groups for short burst of time. However, they rely on close to 100% attendance. Unfortunately, attendance at whole class live lessons is <70% on average and because it against GDPR and Child Protection guidelines to record these lessons, we find ourselves with 39-40% of children missing the curriculum.
In primary school, it is also essential that parents sit with their children during live sessions. This would be different to second level where students own their own devices. Also at second level, lessons are generally lectures where students takes notes. Primary education is very different.
Best practice would suggest that a teacher videos what they wish to teach in 5-8 minute sessions and then gives a mix of tasks to support that learning. These tasks should then be uploaded to an agreed area and the teacher should respond to the work at an agreed time.
As well this, if a parent feels their child is struggling with a concept, the parent can contact the teacher directly (via their school email)for some extra help.
It is also important to know that remote learning will never be as good as face-to-face learning in a classroom. All schools are reliant on government instructions. Nobody things remote learning is a good alternative to normal school but it is the best available option to us at present to try and continue the curriculum.
The medium of instruction is far less important than the quality of the instruction.
When it comes to live online lessons, the only advantage from the research was that they are good for very small groups for short burst of time. However, they rely on close to 100% attendance. Unfortunately, attendance at whole class live lessons is <70% on average and because it against GDPR and Child Protection guidelines to record these lessons, we find ourselves with 39-40% of children missing the curriculum.
In primary school, it is also essential that parents sit with their children during live sessions. This would be different to second level where students own their own devices. Also at second level, lessons are generally lectures where students takes notes. Primary education is very different.
Best practice would suggest that a teacher videos what they wish to teach in 5-8 minute sessions and then gives a mix of tasks to support that learning. These tasks should then be uploaded to an agreed area and the teacher should respond to the work at an agreed time.
As well this, if a parent feels their child is struggling with a concept, the parent can contact the teacher directly (via their school email)for some extra help.
It is also important to know that remote learning will never be as good as face-to-face learning in a classroom. All schools are reliant on government instructions. Nobody things remote learning is a good alternative to normal school but it is the best available option to us at present to try and continue the curriculum.
Staff Emails
tomasmacgiollachomain@stdaighs.com (Principal)
sandracumiskey@stdaighs.com (Deputy Principal / 6th Class)
rachelmccluskey@stdaighs.com (5th Class)
seodhnaflanagan@stdaighs.com (5th Class)
karenmaguire@stdaighs.com (4th Class)
niamhmonahan@stdaighs.com (3rd Class)
amyobrien@stdaighs.com (2nd Class)
jeanmagee@stdaighs.com (1st Class)
hollylynch@stdaighs.com (Senior Infants)
denisemcmahon@stdaighs.com (Junior Infants)
grainnemadden@stdaighs.com (SET)
ruthduffy@stdaighs.com (SET)
trudieconlan@stdaighs.com (SET)
daviddonegan@stdaighs.com (SET)
sandracumiskey@stdaighs.com (Deputy Principal / 6th Class)
rachelmccluskey@stdaighs.com (5th Class)
seodhnaflanagan@stdaighs.com (5th Class)
karenmaguire@stdaighs.com (4th Class)
niamhmonahan@stdaighs.com (3rd Class)
amyobrien@stdaighs.com (2nd Class)
jeanmagee@stdaighs.com (1st Class)
hollylynch@stdaighs.com (Senior Infants)
denisemcmahon@stdaighs.com (Junior Infants)
grainnemadden@stdaighs.com (SET)
ruthduffy@stdaighs.com (SET)
trudieconlan@stdaighs.com (SET)
daviddonegan@stdaighs.com (SET)
A message to parents from the CEO of the IPPN (Irish Primary Principals Network)
Useful Websites
PE with Joe
Monday 11th January
Wednesday 13th January
Friday 15th January
Please visit the Twinkl website which has many resources for all levels in all subject areas.
In light of the recent developments in relation to Covid-19, Twinkl are offering students and parents a free Ultimate Subscription.
Just click on Twinkl link above
In light of the recent developments in relation to Covid-19, Twinkl are offering students and parents a free Ultimate Subscription.
Just click on Twinkl link above
English Websites
Maths Websites
Gaeilge Websites
Art Websites
Interview Your Grandparents
A lovely opportunity to connect even more with our loved ones
Monaghan Age Friendly programme has put together this initiative to help put a bit of fun into the family chats. This is a lovely opportunity to get to know your grandparents that little bit better. We know that not everyone is lucky enough to have grandparents in their lives, you can interview anyone in your family or neighborhood who might enjoy it over FaceTime, Zoom, Whatsapp etc.
A lovely opportunity to connect even more with our loved ones
Monaghan Age Friendly programme has put together this initiative to help put a bit of fun into the family chats. This is a lovely opportunity to get to know your grandparents that little bit better. We know that not everyone is lucky enough to have grandparents in their lives, you can interview anyone in your family or neighborhood who might enjoy it over FaceTime, Zoom, Whatsapp etc.
Create your own History
with the Covid-19 Time Capsule project!
| Covid-19 Time Capsule Pack |
Lockdown Pictures
March-June 2020
As we know cyber bullying is still a big concern for parents and children especially during these unprecedented times. Having children practice these games at home can reinforce the message of KiVa and encourage children and adults alike to be reflective around the role they play when it comes to bullying situations.
Simply click the link below and select ‘Game 1’
Login Details
School id: stdaighsns
Teacher password: 472agb
KiVa game: 3yda8j
Simply click the link below and select ‘Game 1’
Login Details
School id: stdaighsns
Teacher password: 472agb
KiVa game: 3yda8j
Children of all ages can benefit from mindfulness, the simple practice of bringing a gentle, accepting attitude to the present moment. It can help parents and caregivers, too, by promoting happiness and relieving stress.
This Activity Pack has lots of lovely and practical activities and challenges to help focus and relax the mind.
Simply click on the image above to access this resource pack.
This Activity Pack has lots of lovely and practical activities and challenges to help focus and relax the mind.
Simply click on the image above to access this resource pack.
Keep up to date with the RTE Home School Hub
Monday-Friday
10am-12pm & 3:20pm
Monday-Friday
10am-12pm & 3:20pm
Cúla4 ar Scoil
Ag tosú Dé Luain 20 Aibreán ag 10:00 a.m. ar TG4
Let’s Play Ireland
Let’s Play Ireland is a government-led initiative aimed at promoting play for all children living in Ireland during the COVID-19 emergency.
Playing is central to children’s physical, mental, social and emotional health and wellbeing. Children learn through play while developing resilience, flexibility and understanding of their world. Play in families enriches childhood. All children and young people have a right to play.
Please click on the image above where you can access ideas and resources
for play centred learning during this this time.
Playing is central to children’s physical, mental, social and emotional health and wellbeing. Children learn through play while developing resilience, flexibility and understanding of their world. Play in families enriches childhood. All children and young people have a right to play.
Please click on the image above where you can access ideas and resources
for play centred learning during this this time.
An Post Workbook
Please click on the link below
Family Art Ideas
For
Lockdown 2020
Salt Dough Hand Prints
500g of plain flour
250g of salt
250ml of water (may add more if needed)
Bake in the oven for 3-4 hours on the lowest heat.
Paint afterwards.
250g of salt
250ml of water (may add more if needed)
Bake in the oven for 3-4 hours on the lowest heat.
Paint afterwards.
Framed Handprint Cut Outs
Why not use the 15 minute Daily Mile as part of your 60 minute activity for #ActiveHomeWeek
Click on the picture for more information on The Daily Mile Ireland initiative
Click on the picture for more information on The Daily Mile Ireland initiative
Geography, History & Science Sites
PE/ Movement Breaks
Miscellaneous
Email: trial@growinlove.ie
Password: growinlove
Password: growinlove
Select:- Teacher and fill in details
For Roll Number enter ‘19251G’
For Roll Number enter ‘19251G’
Edco learning is offering free access -
username: primaryedcobooks
password: edco2020
username: primaryedcobooks
password: edco2020
Another little activity to keep them busy!
How to show children the importance of washing their hands
Everyone loves Lego!
We are all in this Together!
