Dyslexia Courses Ireland

3 Priory Drive, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin

W: www.dyslexiacourses.ie E: wynmccormack@sky.com M: 087 2582345

Zoom webinar for parents on how to support their student with dyslexia at second level

                  Monday 7th October 2024 at 7.00 pm till 8.30

Many parents of students with dyslexia struggle to know how to support the student at second level as the challenges are different to those experienced at primary level.  This webinar aims to give practical help and advice.

The topics addressed include:

·         How dyslexia affects the student at second level

·         How to support the student in the following areas

o   Organisation

o   Note-taking

o   Memory and Learning

o   Reading

o   Writing

o   Spelling and Vocabulary.

·         Key educational choices such as subject choice, language exemptions etc.

·         Resources such as useful websites. 

Dyslexia Courses Ireland

3 Priory Drive, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin

W: www.dyslexiacourses.ie E: wynmccormack@sky.com M: 087 2582345

Zoom webinar for parents on how to support their student with dyslexia at second level

                  Monday 7th October 2024 at 7.00 pm till 8.30

Many parents of students with dyslexia struggle to know how to support the student at second level as the challenges are different to those experienced at primary level.  This webinar aims to give practical help and advice.

The topics addressed include:

·         How dyslexia affects the student at second level

·         How to support the student in the following areas

o   Organisation

o   Note-taking

o   Memory and Learning

o   Reading

o   Writing

o   Spelling and Vocabulary.

·         Key educational choices such as subject choice, language exemptions etc.

·         Resources such as useful websites. 

o   Memory and Learning

o   Reading

o   Writing

o   Spelling and Vocabulary.

·         Key educational choices such as subject choice, language exemptions etc.

·         Resources such as useful websites.  

Presenter:

Wyn McCormack worked as guidance counsellor and special education teacher as well as the parent of sons with dyslexia.  She has designed and presented courses on dyslexia for teachers, parents and students since the early 90’s.   She is the author of the Factsheets on Dyslexia at Second Level (2014 and updated annually), Lost for Words 3rd Ed. 2007, and co-author of Dyslexia, an Irish Perspective 2nd Ed 2010

Cost   The cost of the webinar is €20.  To book a place, please use the booking form below.

 BOOKING FORM

To book a place, return this section plus the fee €20 to Dyslexia Courses Ireland, 3 Priory Drive, Stillorgan, Co. Dublin, Post Code A94 XY17 or email it to wynmccormack@sky.com.  

The fee can be paid by cheque, postal order, electronic funds transfer (EFT) or by Revolut to 087 2582345.  

The bank details are as follows:

Account Name:             Dyslexia Courses Ireland

IBAN:                               IE29AIBK93136520234022

BIC:                                  AIBKIE2D

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The information on this form will be held until the webinar takes place.   At that stage, only the email address will be retained to allow for circulation of newsletters about resources.

Today, our four ambitious entrepreneurs Ruadhán Sheerin, Joshua Mc Gill, Luke Ryan, and Sean Sweeney, embark on an exciting journey as they represent both County Sligo and Coláiste Muire, at the National Final of the Student Enterprise Awards in the Mullingar Park Hotel . Their innovative artisan soap enterprise, Glan, has earned them this prestigious opportunity, showcasing their hard work and dedication.

The boys product is Glan organic soap. Each bar is handcrafted with meticulous care and a blend of natural ingredients, which the boys have sourced with integrity and consideration for the environment. Glan soap represents sustainability and conscious living. Committed to reducing their environmental footprint, our four soap superstars use eco-friendly packaging materials and prioritize cruelty-free practices, ensuring that every bar is as kind to the planet as it is to the skin.

Glan soap is on sale in Shells Strandhill, The Wetsuit Outlet Strandhill, The National Surf Centre Strandhill, Lavin's Ballymote, Marese's Hair Salon Ballymote and also online online on the Glan website www.glanm.com

Wishing Ruadhán, Joshua, Luke, and Sean the very best of luck today as they present Glan to a panel of judges and vie for top honors at the National Final.

On Thursday the 2nd of May the 2nd year girls basketball team travelled to the Aura Letterkenny to take on Falcarragh in the North West Regional Basketball final. The 2nd years had a fantastic unbeaten run up to the finals and had been training hard in the lead up. Adding to the excitement, the girls had over 50 supporters make the journey with them from 2nd year to which they are very grateful for as they made all the difference cheering on their peers. The girls were excited to get to the finals and fancied their chances at taking home the trophy to which they did in style.

Coláiste Muire took the lead from the very beginning with captain Makayla McGettrick getting them on the scoreboard. From number 1 to 13 every one of the girls played a vital role on the day to taking home gold. With some excellent defence from the girls they managed to keep Falcarragh on the back foot at all times. This is a fantastic achievement for the girls and they are already talking about next year. Ms O Malley is extremely proud of all the girls and also can't wait for next year. Thank you to the girls for their hard work and dedication all season. Congratulations to all the girls involved. 

Dear Parent(s)/Guardian(s) and Students

Just a reminder that the book rental books must be returned to the school upon completion of the examinations in June.  Once students are ready to return the books, they can collect a clear bag from Mary in the office, label it and put their books inside.  3rd year students may leave their books in LABMC and 6th year students in LABKC.   Textbooks only need to be returned.  Please do not return workbooks, exampapers or copies.   Students should return their books as soon as they have completed their last exam but the final date to return books is Friday 21st June. 

Once all the book have been returned in good condition, the €25 refundable deposit will either be reimbursed in late August for current 6th year students, or retained for current 3rd year students for Senior Cycle book rental. 

Thank you for your co-operation with this and best of luck in the weeks ahead. 

Ms McNamee

Reminder to all 1st, 2nd, TY and 5th Year students that the Swap Shop will take place tomorrow. TY students will call to your morning classes to pick up the items and they will issue you with a ticket. You can only attend the shop if you are taking part in the swap event and have a ticket to enter so please keep this safe. You will be then invited down to the GP room as follows:

2nd Year- 10.30

1st Year- 11.25

5th Year 12.05

TY-12.45

You will be called out over the intercom when it is your turn. If you are not taking part in the event then you will attend class as normal. Please do your best to bring in a worthy item. Min value approx €5. Max 3 items per student. 

Participants of Girls Active program attended the annual festival day in Cleveragh Park Sligo.

Run by Sligo Sports Partnership, supported by Her Moves.

A massive congratulations to the 2nd year Basketball girls who beat St.Columba's Secondary School, Stranorlar yesterday Tuesday 16th of April in the Regional Semi-final. The girls had home advantage after wining out the group stages. A slower start than normal led to a very tight game for a while however once the nerves settled the girls played some great basketball. A super performance by all the girls with some excellent baskets from Tara Howard, Makayla McGettrick and Claire Lyons to get the lead they needed. The girls will now play in the Regional Finals in a neutral venue on the 2nd of May. We wish the girls every success and no doubt they will be training hard in the lead up to the big day. Well done to all 13 of the girls, a super team effort.