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Computer Science Week National Conference
Created : 17 Oct 2022, 8:15 PM
Archived : 17 Dec 2022, 12:00 AM
Last week some of our 5th Year students visited the Athlone Springs Hotel for the first annual Computer Science Week National Conference. Maksims Semionov, Cathal Molloy, Ben Delaney and Cormac Allen demonstrated their knowledge of sorting algorithms and web design. Well done guys! 
TY's visit Airfield Estate Dundrum
Created : 17 Oct 2022, 8:11 PM
Archived : 17 Dec 2022, 12:00 AM
Last week TY’s had a tour of the farm and gardens at Airfield Estate Dundrum. Here they focus on how to produce food in their organic vegetable garden using regenerative farming methods.
Students also got to see the milking in the morning and learned about  the pasteurising process which their Jersey milk goes through before it is sent to their restaurant. They also got to do a butter making activity. 
Other topics covered were seasonality, sustainability, composting and the problem of food waste. Thanks to Ms Dunleavy & Ms Egan for organising the very enjoyable trip.
Portlaoise GAA Host Welcome Home for Zach Tuohy
Created : 17 Oct 2022, 5:17 PM
Archived : 17 Dec 2022, 12:00 AM
Parents and students are invited to join Portlaoise GAA in Lilly’s Portlaoise for a family friendly welcome home party for former St. Mary’s CBS student Zach Tuohy of the Geelong Cats! The event will take place this Thursday - October 20th and is family friendly from 6-8pm. Please see information attached. Not to be missed! 
Maths Week - Competition for the best Maths Pun!
Created : 17 Oct 2022, 10:40 AM
Archived : 17 Dec 2022, 12:00 AM
The maths department are running a maths pun competition throughout the week. Submit your best maths pun before Friday to your maths teacher. Prizes for the best pun on Monday!
Maths Week - Monday Puzzle
Created : 17 Oct 2022, 10:35 AM
Archived : 17 Dec 2022, 12:00 AM
This week is maths week. Every day, submit your name and answer to the maths puzzle to Ms. Brady to be in with the chance to win a prize! 
6th Year OL English Students
Created : 17 Oct 2022, 7:41 AM
Archived : 17 Dec 2022, 12:00 AM
Reminder €17 due today - if you do not pay today you cannot go. 
Renewal of licenses for iPad students in TY And 5th Year
Created : 30 Sep 2022, 3:12 PM
Archived : 17 Dec 2022, 12:00 AM

This is a very important reminder for all TY and 5th year students regarding iPads. This fee must be paid before next Wednesday to avoid being locked out of the iPad. Please see notice and letter attached for all details.

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Reminder Closing Date for Food Appeal is this Friday 16th Dec
Created : 06 Dec 2022, 2:50 PM
Archived : 16 Dec 2022, 12:00 AM
Hello all, during these hard times the boys here at the CBS have decided to do a food appeal along with some of our staff in order to help the people in need in Laois over Christmas. We are looking for donations of non perishable goods. For example:
 
Tea
Coffee
Pasta 
Sugar
Jam
Rice
Selection boxes
Sweets etc..
 
We would appreciate any donations made.  The closing date for donations is the 16th of December. Thanking you in advance for your support.
 
 
Ecology Fieldtrip for 6th Year Biology Students
Created : 14 Oct 2022, 2:57 PM
Archived : 14 Dec 2022, 12:00 AM
All 6th Year Biology students attended Dublin Zoo on Tuesday to carry out an Ecology Fieldtrip. During the fieldtrip they completed qualitative and quantitative surveys on the flora and fauna in a habitat. They also investigated abiotic factors such as soil pH and light intensity. 
After their study they got to spend some time in the zoo! Well done to all involved and thanks to Ms. Barrett for organising
Launch of our Podcast!
Created : 14 Oct 2022, 1:06 PM
Archived : 14 Dec 2022, 12:00 AM
St Mary’s CBS Podcast Club have launched their first episode! 

This episode focuses on the 175th celebration of the CBS in Portlaoise, just in time for the weekend’s celebrations! 

Please follow the link below, kick back, relax and put in those headphones as there is something in this podcast for everyone! From the history of our school from our very own historian to funny moments amongst staff and students over the years! 

Stay  tuned for future podcasts