A huge well done to 1A and 1F for the time and effort they put into their history projects; a wonderful display of creativity from all students. Pictured are some particularly good examples. 

Another fun day was had by our TY students despite Storm Agnes blowing in. See photos attached.

Please see the following regarding information for tomorrows activities:

Thursday 28th September

9.30a.m - Group 2 will depart the CBS for the Adventure Overnight Camp in Blessington (Russborough House). See packing list below.

9.00a.m - Group 1 will depart the CBS to go to Glendalough for a walk

• Students must wear appropriate clothing & footwear. Hiking/walking boots preferred.
• Bring a jacket
• A full packed lunch and water is needed.

15.30p.m - Group 1 will return to the CBS & can go home

Friday 29th September

11.30a.m - Group 2 will return to CBS from overnight camp and can go home.

Group 1 - No School

For students camping tomorrow it is a good idea to bring two separate bags. One bag to use during the day, and another bag with your overnight gear.

Students will need:

• A packed lunch
• A complete change of clothing. (Don't bring good clothes, you will get clothes and footwear, very wet and dirty). Jeans are not suitable.
• Sleeping Bag
• Sleeping mat  (Yoga mat or exercise mat)
• Torch/head torch.
• Appropriate footwear
• Extra warm layers for at night
• Swimming togs / shorts (for wearing under wetsuit, supplied).
• Old pair of runners suitable for water based activities.
• Towel and toiletries.
• Wet / rain gear - Jacket
• Hat & Gloves
• Plastic bags for bringing home wet shoes and wet / dirty clothes.
• Extra Snacks and Water 

See information pack here

If any student can no longer travel please notify me immediately through email: sc@naascbs.ie

Please notify me of any medical requirements.

Last week we had Sheila Zebedee in to speak with our TY students about the fantastic work the Hope foundation does with street children in India.

Last year our TY students fundraised over €1200 for the foundation.

Sheila introduced students to the opportunity to get involved with The Hope Foundation's school immersion programme. This opportunity invites students to travel to India and see the work that the foundation does first hand. Students are required to fundraise €2500 individually. 

The trip would take place next Easter and students would be a part of a bigger group from several schools.

It would be fantastic to have some of our TY students take on this opportunity.

Application forms were distributed last week and they need to be returned ASAP to Mr.Coy.

I would also like for any students who might still be considering it, but who are still unsure to let Mr.Coy know and we can arrange another meeting with Sheila to discuss the details further.

A fantastic day was had in Glendalough and at the SOLAS Eco Garden Centre today. Tomorrow we have another day of activities planned for all TY students.

Group 1 will now also go to Glendalough on Thursday for a hill walk to make up for the postponed camping trip. See the schedule below.

Wednesday 27th September

10.00a.m - Group 1 will depart the CBS for KBowl

• Students only need to be in school for 9.55a.m

12.30p.m - Group 1 will return to the CBS & can go home

10.00a.m - Group 2 will depart the CBS for a day at the SOLAS Eco Garden Centre.

• Students only need to be in school for 9.55a.m

15.00p.m - Group 2 will arrive back at the CBS from SOLAS and can go home.

Thursday 28th September

9.30a.m - Group 2 will depart the CBS for the Adventure Overnight Camp in Blessington (Russborough House).

9.00a.m - Group 1 will depart the CBS to go to Glendalough for a walk

15.30p.m - Group 1 will return to the CBS & can go home

Friday 29th September

11.30a.m - Group 2 will return to CBS from overnight camp and can go home.

Group 1 - No School

No uniform is required for any activities this week.

The updated information pack can be accessed through this link.

If any student can no longer travel please notify me immediately through email: sc@naascbs.ie

The Meitheal Leaders are organising a table quiz for 1st Years on Friday 6th October from 11.15 to 1.10. Students are asked to bring in €2 to cover the cost of prizes that will be awarded to the winning teams. The Meitheal Leaders will be collecting the money from tomorrow. 

Thanks to the Meitheal Team for their great work in organising this event for 1st Years. It is a nice social opportunity in the first term of school and there are great prizes to be won!

Ms. Murphy 

(Meitheal Co-ordinator)

Dear Parents and Guardians,

**Due to the forecasted bad weather for Wednesday 27th we have had to postpone the camping trip for Group 1. This will happen at a later date which is to be confirmed.

I am planning alternative activities on Wednesday & Thursday for Group 1. I will update once confirmed.

Group 2 will follow the original schedule as planned.**

Tomorrow’s (Tuesday 26th) Schedule:

10.00a.m - Group 1 will depart the CBS for a day at the SOLAS Eco Garden Centre.

·       No uniform required. Students only need to be in school for 9.50a.m.

9.00a.m - Group 2 will depart the CBS to go to Glendalough for a walk.

·       Students must wear appropriate clothing & footwear. Hiking/walking boots preferred.
·       Bring a jacket
·       A full packed lunch and water is needed.

15.00/15.30p.m - Both groups will arrive back at the CBS and can go home.

No uniform is required for any activities this week.

The student groups can be viewed again through this link.

The information pack sent last week can be accessed through this link.

I hope all of our TY students are looking forward to the week ahead.

If any student can no longer travel please notify me immediately through email: sc@naascbs.ie

We have a fun-filled & busy week planned for our TY students next week!

Students will get to visit the SOLAS Eco Garden Shop to undertake a Business Case Course. This includes making their own pizzas and coffee!

Some students will be brought to Glendalough for a walk.

We will also be doing our camping adventure trip to the Blessington lakes over Wednesday, Thursday & Friday.

All information regarding this trip is available in the attached document. This document can also be viewed online here.

Please notify me of any medical or dietary requirements your son may have.

Please also notify me if your son can no longer travel for any reason.

Should you have any queries please don’t hesitate to contact me via email – sc@naascbs.ie

Students must notify me of who they wish to be grouped with for the outings before tomorrow Thursday 21st.  

Thanks,

S.Coy

Dear Parents/Guardians,

This message is to confirm our Transition Year work experience dates for this academic year.

The dates are as follows:

Week 1: 13th - 17th November

Week 2: 20th - 24th November

Week 3: 29th January - 2nd February

Week 4: 6th - 10th February

It is expected that all students will have a placement organised for these weeks.

Thanks,

S.Coy