5th Class

 

Naomi’s Workshop of Sound

On the 22^nd of November 2016 Naomi Lavelle (a sound scientist) came to our school. She came to tell us about the science of sound. It was really fascinating. Here’s what she told us.

Naomi showed us many experiments. She started off with an experiment involving 2 balloons. Inside the 1^st balloon was a 1 cent coin. Inside the 2^nd balloon was a hexagonal nut. She asked us to make a prediction that when you rub it off, which balloon would make the loudest sound. I said that the balloon with the coin in it would make the biggest noise. The balloon with the hexagonal nut made the most sound. This experiment was cool.

Our second experiment was about a cup and a wet string. The cup was used to amplify the sound. We then slide our fingers along the string. It made a loud sound but squeaky and quirky.

After that, we did a test with a large tube with mesh inside. Firstly she used a lighter to heat up the tube. When it was vertically turned down it made a huge sound. It did not make a sound when it was turned horizontally, because air could not move inside the tube. It was mind bobbling.

Next we had a vortex cannon. This proved that we can see as well as hear sound. Air came out (making sound) in a smoke like colour and knocked the plastic cups we had previously on our heads.

Finally the last experiment was with non- Newtonian fluid made from cornflour and water. She put it on a plastic plate and placed it on a sound speaker. We put sound through the speaker on volume 8. The hertz was 45. The mixture started rising from the plate and falling back down with the vibrations.

We are so grateful to Naomi for coming to our school. We learned so much. It was certainly fascinating. We thank you for coming to our school to celebrate Science week.

By Stephen

5^th Class

 

Booklist for 5^th class 2016-2017

 

The following books will be provided through our book rental scheme in September.

Sin é  6/Inis dom 6/Am don Leamh 6 Planet Maths 5 Literacy Leap 6 My Read at Home Book 6 Unlocking SESE 6 Alive- O Reader 8

 

 

            

 

 

 

 

The following books/supplies will need to be bought for September

 Gaeilge :  Focloir scoile-An Gum

 Maths:    New Wave Mental Maths-Fifth Class

English:   Just Handwriting 5^th Class (Cursive)- ( Keep from last year)

            My Spelling Workbook G-Prim Ed

            Dictionary-Oxford/Chambers/Collins School Dictionary

            Collins School Thesaurus  

SESE:        Philips New Irish Primary Atlas

Religion:  Alive O 8 Confirmation Workbook

Music:      Display Folder-60/100 sheets (keep from last year)

D Tin Whistle

A USB Key (large memory not necessary)

 

Stationery List 2015-2016

• 8X 120 Page ruled copies with margins
• 5 x C3 page copies
• Hardback copy for spellings/dictation
• 1x Ring binder folder with dividers and polypockets for organising photocopied sheets
• Well stocked pencil case including ruler, colouring pencils/twistables-not markers
• 2 small paper folders

Monies payable in September

1. Book Rental Scheme-€40
2. Visual Arts materials-€10
3. Miscellaneous Expenses €15 (Testing, NRIT, Drumcondra Testing, homework journal, worksheets)
4. €7 24 Hour Personal Accident Insurance

Total Monies payable in September €72

 

If you are unsure of any books please do not cover or write on them as they may need to be exchanged in September.

Uniforms can be purchased in Pat Smyths, Gort and the National School Wear Centre Tuam Road. Trousers and polo shirts without logos can be bought on the high street.

Books from the booklist may be obtained from Gort Educational World, Bridge Street, Gort, First Chapter, Market Hall, Gort, Books N More Bookshop in the Oran town centre or ABC Bookshop, Tuam Road, Galway.

The Parents’ Council will hold a raffle every Thursday as a fundraiser. Cost of tickets will be €2, which can be paid weekly or at the start of each term in full. Each family will be given a raffle number in September which will be their number for the year.

 

Sports day 2016

On the 10th of June 2016 we had our annual sports day. To start off we had the sprint. It was from one goals to the other. Junior Infants – 6th class took part in every race during the day. We also had the long distance race which was a little bit harder because we had to run three laps around the pitch. We were puffed out after that one!

The  three legged race wasn’t as hard but it was much funnier because people kept falling over. Sixth class went as one huge 9 legged team but half way through they all fell over. Sadly half way through the day it started raining. That didn’t stop us but we had to abandon the wheel barrow race and the piggy back race and replaced them with a penalty shootout. Everyone got a shot.

The junior and senior infants  played with the hoola hoops and with an  obstacle course on the small pitch. It was a great day for everyone and I can’t wait for next year!

By Adam 4th Class