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Letter from the Minister
Created : 25 Feb 2021, 7:42 PM
Archived : 25 Apr 2021, 12:00 AM
24 February 2021 Dear Parent/Guardian Yesterday the Government published the plan for the next phases of return to in-school provision for students at both primary and post-primary level. These further phases have been developed following continuous engagement with unions and other education partners and ongoing engagement with the Department of Health and HSE Public Health. The Department of Health and the HSE have reaffirmed that schools in themselves are low risk environments and that a gradual phased reopening can occur at this time. Public health has reviewed the measures put in place to ensure safe operation of schools and is satisfied that these infection prevention and control measures, when rigorously adhered to, will keep the school community safe during this period. There will be a period of time between each phase to assess the impact of reopening on aspects of community transmission.  On Monday 1 March the first four classes at primary level – junior and senior infants, first and second class – and final year Leaving Certificate students will return to in-school provision. This phase will also see a return to full attendance for children in special schools.  Monday 15 March is the target date for the return to in-school provision of the rest of primary school children - third to sixth class students - and fifth year Leaving Certificate students. This date will be reviewed during the period following 1 March.  Monday 12 April, following the Easter break is the target date for the return to in-school education for the rest of post-primary students - first to fourth year students  Remote teaching and learning provision for students in each category will cease once in-person teaching and learning provision commences for each group of students. Safety is paramount in our schools, and all provision within schools will continue according to public health advice developed for educational settings. The Department will continue to fund and support as necessary infection prevention and control measures in schools to ensure the safety of the school community. Public Health in the HSE is fully committed to supporting schools. Schools teams that have been put in place to support schools since October will support schools during the phased return and beyond. Office of the Minister of Education An tAire Oideachais Minister for Education Sráid Maoilbhríde, Baile Átha Cliath 1, D01 RC96 Marlborough St, Dublin 1, D01 RC96 T +353 1 889 2335 | Minister@Education.gov.ie www.department.gov.ie We all know of the hugely adverse consequences at individual, family and societal level of not having in-person learning available to students. The safe return and sustained safe re-opening of our schools is a key priority for Government. I acknowledge that a phased re-opening is challenging for many people, with children of different age groups in the same families returning at different times. The purpose of managing this cautious phased return is to continue to limit the mobility of the population and curb the spread of the virus. I ask all parents to please review the symptoms of Covid-19, to ensure that children with symptoms do not attend school and that all children know and understand the procedures in place in school. Please continue to abide by all social distancing guidance and stay home apart from essential journeys. Parents can help schools by being individually responsible and not lingering outside school at drop off and collection times. It is welcome that children will see their friends in school, but please do not organise playdates or home visits. We all understand how essential school reopening is and we need to give it the best possible chance to get all students back as quickly as possible. I would like to thank you, your families and school communities for continued adherence to the guidelines and for helping us all to curb the spread of the virus. I wish all students and staff a safe return to in-person learning over the coming weeks. You may find the below useful: Links to posters and videos here: www.gov.ie/en/collection/5572b-back-to- school-advice-for-parents-students-and-families/ Yours Sincerely, ________________ Norma Foley, TD Minister for Education
Information Webinar about LCA
Created : 25 Feb 2021, 4:11 PM
Archived : 25 Apr 2021, 12:00 AM
Dear students, Ms. Murphy is doing an online Team Meeting with students who are interested in learning more about LCA (Leaving Cert Applied). There are some spaces for September. All you have to do is email her at edelmurphy@blackwatercs.com to ask for an invite to the meeting. It is taking place on Thursday 4th, March at 10.55. She will speak to any teachers about you not attending class if you are attending the LCA Meeting. Finally, please email a.s.a.p if you want to attend, just to hear what LCA is about and if it would suit you.
Couch to 5K Elverys Vouchers
Created : 24 Feb 2021, 1:03 PM
Archived : 24 Apr 2021, 12:00 AM
A huge thank you again to all the people who took part in our Couch to 5K Virtual Event. It was great to receive so many entries. We hope you all enjoyed it and are keeping up the running and walking. All the entires were entered into a raffle for the Elverys vouchers. Congratulations to: Neave Rossa 2nd Year €50 voucher Nora Ahern 3rd Year €50 voucher Katie Meagher 6th Year €25 voucher David Hickey 6th Year €25 voucher Congratulations to the winners and thank you again to everyone for taking part.
Information Event for Parents re Internet Safety and Anti -Cyberbullying
Created : 22 Feb 2021, 7:47 PM
Archived : 22 Apr 2021, 12:00 AM
BCS Fittest Family Week 4
Created : 22 Feb 2021, 1:12 PM
Archived : 22 Apr 2021, 12:00 AM
Well done to all families involved. Good luck with the tough Week 4 Challenge.
Thought for the Day
Created : 22 Feb 2021, 10:04 AM
Archived : 22 Apr 2021, 12:00 AM
Happy New Week from Caroline
Created : 21 Feb 2021, 6:15 PM
Archived : 22 Apr 2021, 12:00 AM
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BCS Virtual 5K
Created : 21 Feb 2021, 9:35 PM
Archived : 21 Apr 2021, 12:00 AM
A huge thank you to all those who completed the first ever BCS Couch to 5K Event. It was great to see so many of you active during the last week, with a big surge in entries today. The goal for you all now should be to maintain the good habits that you have started. Physical activity has huge potential to enhance our wellbeing and every little bit you do throughout the day all adds up. For those who walked their 5K, your next goal should be to try and run one. For those who ran it, can you try and improve on your time or look to do a 10K or even a half marathon? There are many virtual events happening during lockdown, with many charities using these as fundraisers. Signing up to these events can be great motivation to get out and train when you just don’t feel like it. Have a look at some of the following websites for inspiration: www.theconqueror.events/?gclid=Cj0KCQiApsiBBhCKARIsAN8o_4iR1DEKO8XTO1gxHaBdSoHgyM6cTxEzrq80uy9xw2EGdlm2A3JHZlcaAnJ1EALw_wcB www.popupraces.ie/race-status/open/ www.athleticsireland.ie/runzone/raceseries/ www.eventbrite.ie/d/online/virtual-run/ The final leaderboard for the BCS Couch to 5K saw some positional changes from this morning. 1. BCS Staff 2. Parents and Family of students 3. 1st Years 4. 2nd Years (beaten by 1st years by just 2 entries!) 5. TYs 6. 5th Years 7. 6th Years 8. 3rd Years/Members of the Community Everyone who entered will now be in with a chance of winning an Elverys voucher. The draw will take place during the week and results posted on the School App. Well done to everyone again and thank you for your participation.
LAST DAY BCS Virtual 5K Event
Created : 20 Feb 2021, 8:29 PM
Archived : 21 Apr 2021, 12:00 AM
Despite the weather conditions, we have had a huge surge in entries in the last few days. Well done to all of you for braving the elements. Today is the LAST day to get your BCS Virtual 5K done. Make the most of the good weather and get active. Don’t forget to send your 5K Walk/Run to Mr Murphy (seanmurphy@blackwatercs.com). The current entries leaderboard is as follows: 1. Staff 2. Parents and Family of BCS students 3. 1st Years 4. 2nd Years 5. Transition Years 6. 5th Years 7. 3rd Years/Members of the Community 8. 6th Years Our 1st & 2nd Years are not too far off overtaking the staff. A big push from you today could see you top the leaderboard by this evening. Don’t let the staff win! A big call out to all 6th years. Make the most of you last day off before getting back to class tomorrow. Final leaderboard will be revealed tonight. A huge thank you to all the participants. Keep up the walking and running that you have been doing. Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.
BCS All Star Award Winners
Created : 20 Feb 2021, 7:50 PM
Archived : 20 Apr 2021, 12:00 AM
Congratulations to Past Pupils Jamie Barron and Stephen Bennett on achieving their All Star Awards .