Author Archives: Mary Warde

Fifth and sixth class pupils enjoyed some practical lessons relating to electricity, magnets, motors, resistors, fans, and much more. John Roddy generously shared his knowledge and expertise with the pupils. He also emphasised the dangers associated with electricity.

Pupils from Kilmovee NS got into the spirit of World Book Day by dressing up as characters from their favourite book. World Book Day was celebrated on Thursday March 3rd. Each child received a book token to be put towards … Continue reading →

Catholic Schools Week took place in schools across the country from 23rd to 30th of January. The 2022 theme was ‘Living Life to the Full’. Each day had it’s own particular theme and the theme for Wednesday was: Grandparents’ Day: … Continue reading →

Fifth and sixth class pupils made St. Brigid’s crosses on February 1st to mark the feast of Ireland’s patroness. Mary Jordan demonstrated the technique and assisted the children with their efforts. Fr. Gavigan blessed the crosses later that week.

Congratulations to 4th class pupil, Caitlín Llongo and Senior Infant pupil, Lauren Leonard who both won prizes in the recent Ballaghaderreen Credit Union art competition. Well done girls!

Kilmovee NS held a ‘No-uniform’ day on Friday, December 3rd to raise funds for the Irish Cancer Society. This fund-raiser was in association with Rebecca Regan’s ‘Dip for Courage’ 21 day challenge where she -along with family and friends – … Continue reading →

Fifth and sixth classes had their first session of athletics in Claremorris with coach Cheryl. Children experienced hurdles, long jump, high jump and relay.

Third and fourth classes had lots of fun experimenting with bubbles!

Eimear Mulvey from the ‘Bróga Bríomhar’ school of dance delivered a workshop on traditional Irish dance steps. Pupils had an opportunity to perform their steps on a barrel!

Pupils in the Infant room explored Halloween themes as part of their October Aistear activities. They constructed haunted houses and created potions using lots of spooky ingredients!