Leonardo Da Vinci

December 22, 2016 Written by Holmpatrick Teachers

During November, 5th and 6th class completed projects on Leonardo Da Vinci as part of the Blue Star project. He was an artist and inventor. We also drew pictures inspired by his one point perspectives. Here is a sample of our work completed: 5th and 6th enjoyed learning all about Leonardo Da Vinci.

A visit from Poet Tony Curtis

November 29, 2016 Written by Holmpatrick Teachers

On Monday, 28th of November 2016, Holmpatrick N.S were fortunate to have a visit from an Irish poet Tony Curtis. There was lots of singing and laughing from all the children as he sang songs and recited poems for and with them. Tony asked for volunteers from the audience to help him. All children joined in enthusiastically and really enjoyed [...]

Christmas Shoebox appeal!

November 29, 2016 Written by Holmpatrick Teachers

A big “Well Done” to all the children in Holmpatrick N.S who kindly donated shoeboxes for the “Team Hope Shoebox appeal”! The boxes will be sent to some of the poorest children in the world. We hope they will be very happy when they receive their Christmas box.

MS Readathon 2016

November 29, 2016 Written by Holmpatrick Teachers

Huge congratulations to all in Holmpatrick N.S who took part in the recent MS Readathon. As well as raising money for such a good cause, we also read some great books, which we really enjoyed! Well done to all you participated!

David and Sam Maguire drop in for a v...

November 23, 2016 Written by Holmpatrick Teachers

Today we were fortunate enough to have a visit from David Byrne a Dublin GAA player and the most treasured Sam Maguire Cup. There was great excitement around the school. Davy talked about how the Dublin v Mayo game was a close match, but in the end the Dublin players put in a huge effort and won the Sam Maguire. Davy told us that the Sam Mag [...]

Tidy Towns

November 18, 2016 Written by Holmpatrick Teachers

Skerries won the All Ireland tidiest town award this year. Skerries won 3 trophies! On Wednesday, 16th of November, we were fortunate enough to have two members of the tidy town committee come to our school with the winning silverware! They told us all about how to keep our town tidy. Even small things like throwing a wrapper in the b [...]