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Booklist for 6th class 2017-2018

 

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

Bun go Barr 6/ Abair Liom G

Planet Maths 6

Literacy Leap 5

My Read at Home Book 5

Unlocking SESE 5 & Small World 5th Class-Geography/Science & Small World 6th class/History

Alive- O Reader 7

 

 

 

 

 

 

            

 

 

 

 

 

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

 Gaeilge :  Foclóir scoile-An Gum

 Maths:    Master your Maths 6

English:    My Spelling Workbook G-Prim Ed

            Dictionary-Oxford/Chambers/Collins School Dictionary

            Collins School Thesaurus  

SESE:        Philips New Irish Primary Atlas

Religion:  Alive O 7 Confirmation Workbook

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

D Tin Whistle

A USB Key (large memory not necessary)

 

Stationery List 2017-2018

  • 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 €20 (Diagnostic and standardised tests, homework journal, photocopying worksheets)
  4. €7 24 Hour Personal Accident Insurance

Total Monies payable in September €77

 

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

Uniform jumpers 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.

 

Chickens

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Hatching Chickens

On the 23rd of May 2017, Kiltiernan had some new arrivals in the school supplied by John Dempsey.

They were in an incubator for two weeks at about 35 degrees Celsius and John had to keep some water at the bottom and make sure it didn’t dry out. John came in one day to do ‘candling’ to see if there were chicks inside. Some were ‘glogars’ meaning they weren’t developing properly there were twelve eggs but in the end only seven hatched.

The chickens hatched on the bank holiday Monday at school when unfortunately we were not there!

He then brought the hatched chick’s home to the hen because if he were to leave them longer the hen would not accept the chicks. After a few days he brought them back with the hen.

By Diarmuid 5th class

Seashore Safari with Brendan Allard

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On the 24th of May Brendan Allard from the Marine institute came to visit. He brought us to Traught beach to discover marine life. We came into school armed with our nets and buckets and we went on a bus to Traught.

First we went to the rocks. We got into groups and started searching for marine animals and plants under the seaweed at the rocks. We found hermit crabs, brown crabs, limpets, anemones, butterfish and seaweed. At the end of the activity we let all the wildlife go.

Secondly, we did marine engineering. Again we got into groups and tried to build the highest sandcastle. We had fifteen minutes to do this. Finally,it was time for  a beach clean-up. It is amazing how much litter was on the beach. We need to stop and help the environment. I really enjoy searching for crabs and all sorts of marine life. Some people think the beach is just about playing in the sand. There is much more to the beach than you think!

By David 5th Class

Blogs Debating

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In the senior room over the last couple of months we have been undertaking debates in our classroom. We have worked on numerous motions including ‘Cats make better pets then dogs’, ‘Homework is a waste of time’ and ‘All students should be required to take a cooking class’. We were set into 2 teams and we had to argue out our points against  our opposing team. I really enjoyed debating and I think everyone else did as well. I learned how to research interesting, snappy facts and the language of debating-for example-oppose/propose the motion, rebuttals and how to refute an argument.

I learned that I must speak in a loud clear voice, add a little humour and keep inside the time limits!

 

 

By Toby

5th Class

 

Swimming with a Splash

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Swimming is a milestone in the year that everyone enjoys, so on the 28th of April everyone came in with swimming bag under their arms. At 11 o’clock every Friday for 6 weeks we would get a bus down to Kilcornan Swimming pool.

We were all so excited about it when it came to the day. We all hopped on the bus and drove down. We got off the bus and got ready for Swimming. We all split up into different groups and we started swimming. We improved skills and learned new strokes. We learned lifesaving tips and practiced using ring boy. If I had to guess I would say everybody’s  favourite part was play time at the end. Kieran would throw a ball in the pool and we would fight and pass the ball around the pool on the final week Kieran’s group brought in pyjamas and we did all sorts of cool tricks with them.

It was a great way to spend six weeks of the school year and I would love to do again next year. Thanks to Kieran and all the coaches and … Splash!!

By Stephen, 5th Class

 

 

 

 

 

 

Des & Bosco’s Training Sessions

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Des and Bosco-awesome training sessions

 

Every Tuesday we hurling trained with Bosco. The middle room did it from 12 o clock till 1 o clock. The senior room played from 1 o clock till 2 o clock every Tuesday. In the training sessions we sometimes did drills and in the drills we did jab lifts with the sliotar. After that drill we did some hand passing. After that we would usually do a match for the rest of the training session.

 

Just after the Easter holidays Des came to train us in Gaelic football. For the first 4 weeks it is the senior room’s turn. For the last four weeks the middle room did it. First we did some drills such as hand passing and then we would do some shooting drills. Finally we get into a match-my favourite part. The rules are if you get a block you get a point. You have to pass to a girl before your team scores a point or a goal. A goal is worth 3 points. If it is a free kick a boy is allowed to score straight from the free kick.

I really enjoy doing Gaelic football and hurling. I hope they come back next year.

By Luke 5th class

Des & Bosco’s Training Sessions

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Bosco and Des

 

Hurling

Every Tuesday after Easter pupils from 3rd to 6th class went out to Bosco to train for hurling. We started by doing some small drills and at the end we all played a match that everyone enjoyed. The middle room went with him from 12 O’clock to 1 O’clock and the senior room was from 1 O’clock until 2 O’clock.

 

Gaelic

 

Every Friday after Easter Des our new Gaelic coach came in for eight weeks. The senior room started for four weeks and then the middle room started their four week period after. Des taught us how to solo, shoot and some fun warm ups along the way. After all that was finished we all played a match.

I will be looking forward to them next year for sure!

By Seán

Pantomime

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The pantomime was on the 7th of April. We spent a long time preparing for the big night. Everyone’s adrenaline was pumping. You could feel the excitement.

First 5th and 6th class did their Irish dancing followed by 2nd-4th class` play called “Jack and the beanstalk”. Without delay they did their Irish dancing.  Shortly afterwards the 5th-6th class` play “Alas in Blunderland” took to the stage. They both had jokes and both as good as each other. But then the night sadly had to come to an end.

If you missed the play you can go on YouTube and find the whole night’s entertainment. We all had a great time.

 

Meadbh

6th class

Swimming

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Swimming in Kilcornan

We started swimming in April. We all went in a bus to Kilcornan- 2nd up to 6th class went swimming.

The swimming teacher explained what to do in different situations. We did swimming from 12 to 1o’clock every Friday for 6 weeks.

There were different groups. The first group’s teacher was called Bernie, the middle groups’ teachers’ name was Bridie and the third group’s teachers’ name was Ciaran.

At the last week Ciaran’s group had to wear pyjamas and try to swim with them on. We had to tie a knot at the end of the legs and jump in and all the air gets trapped inside and you can float.

We all enjoyed swimming with the school and we look forward to next year already.

 

By Paul 5th class

Dangan Athletic

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Dangan Athletics

On the 23rd of May, runners all schools flocked into Dangan athletics track for the annual school athletics. Children were invited to drive into Dangan to run in their respective age groups- most after doing heats in school. Kids from Under 9’s to Under 12 participated in multiple events. There was a sprint and a long distance race in all age group. There were a boys and a girl’s relay team for each school. Stephen got a bronze in his 800m long race. The boys relay came second in their relay heat and third in their final winning a bronze medal. 5 Medals came home that day, One from Stephen and the other four from the Boys Relay Team. We really enjoyed our day out representing our school. Up Kiltiernan!

By Seán 5th Class