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Repeating 5th Year
Created : 27 May 2022, 3:02 PM
Archived : 27 Jul 2022, 12:00 AM
If there are any current 5th years who are considering repeating 5th year for whatever reason, they should email me asap mmurphy@portlaoisecbs.com. I will meet with you on Monday at an arranged time and provide you with an application form to complete and submit, along with a chat about your reasons for wishing to do so, what is going to be different the next time around and your plans for the future. MM
Letter to Parents/Guardians RE: Readmission and important school information
Created : 27 May 2022, 2:36 PM
Archived : 27 Jul 2022, 12:00 AM
27/5/22 Dear Parents/Guardians, As we approach the end of a near normal school year, we hope that your son’s school experience has been enhanced this year by the return of all our school activities, both academic and extra-curricular. It has been a pleasure to see the Perspex screens come down around the school, the masks disappear and most of all, sports and trips away return on a daily basis – we are now so grateful for what we took for granted in the past! I want to thank you and your sons for your resilience and compliance during the last two years of unprecedented uncertainty. As we are now in the last term of the current school year I would like to draw your attention to the following: • The annual Re-Admission Form is now on our School App in the Consent Forms Section for your submission and must be submitted on or before Thursday June 9th 2022. You will receive personal notifications on the app until it is submitted. Even if your son is not returning, we should be informed. • Payment of Student Personal Accident Insurance – compulsory for all students this year - €10 – to be paid through the App • Payment of the Voluntary Contribution - € 92 for one student / €122 for two or more – online through Shop / School Payments on the App All students MUST pay the Student Insurance before they return to school in the last week of August. No student will be allowed to take part in PE, extracurricular activities, school trips, etc. until this is paid. We depend on the Voluntary Contribution to fund all extra-curricular activities (sports and educational trips), the provision of buses, photocopying, postage, texting home when students are absent, lunchtime activities, etc. The provision of sport in the school alone costs us in the region of €40,000 each year. In addition, the provision of online services such as VSware, Microsoft 365 for all students and the School App cost us approximately €25,000 per year. While these digital services are the only way to go in 2022, they appear to be invisible compared to postage and paper, yet they do come with a price tag which must be funded from our Voluntary Contributions. I think most of you will agree that our provision of these online and up to date services are what you expect from a school which has never been found wanting in the most modern methods of communication and payments. They keep you updated on a daily basis, allow you to pay online from the comfort of your home, and are available on your mobile phone. Without this contribution, many of the above facilities could not be provided. I would be grateful if this contribution could be paid during the summer, if not at the time of submission of the Re-Admission Form. I would also be grateful if you could provide up to date contact numbers/addresses and emergency contact numbers for our use in the coming school year. The Main Office closes on Friday June 24th at 1pm and re-opens on August 15th at 10am. Phones will not be answered during that holiday period. If a parent/student has a very urgent issue which MUST be dealt with during July, you may contact me on mmurphy@portlaoisecbs.com. Otherwise, please wait until August 8th and I will deal with it then. The Booklists, iPad Information, Book Rental Information and more will continue to be updated and provided on the school website and on the App. Having the school App is the best way to keep informed, as I update it regularly throughout the summer as necessary. If there is an urgent problem or issue which arises during the summer which needs my immediate attention, you may email me on mmurphy@portlaoisecbs.com. If it can wait until August 8th, please wait until then and I will deal with it on my return to the office. Additional fees such as subject fees for Art, Woodwork, Metalwork, Graphics, DCG, Home Economics, and several more should be paid on the App as well. (Shop/School Payments) Due to the massive increase in the cost of steel and wood in particular, these subject fees have been increased substantially. We regret this, but it is unavoidable. For your information, school will reopen for students on Thursday August 25th and half days will continue until the first Monday in September – the 5th. • Incoming 1st years will begin on Tuesday August 23rd with their Induction Day. • No student will attend school on Wednesday 24th August, as teachers will have a training day. • Thursday 25th August – 1st Years come in – 9.00 to 1.15 • Friday 26th – 1st & 6th Years attend – 9.00 to 1.15 • Monday 29th – 1st, 6th, 3rd Years attend – 9.00 to 1.15 • Tuesday 30th – 1st, 6th, 3rd 5th Years attend – 9.00 to 1.15 • Wednesday 31st - 1st, 6th, 3rd 5th 2nd Years attend – 9.00 to 1.15 • Thursday 1st September – All classes including TY’s attend – 9.00 to 1.15 • Friday 2nd September – All classes attend – 9.00 to 1.15 • Monday 5th September – All classes attend full day 9.00 to 4.00 When students attend for the first morning in August, they should have paid the €20 online for their journal and locker (yes, they will be back) This will streamline the morning activities considerably. Thank you. There is no Book Rental for 5th / 6th Years – there is School Aid if you go to the school website, you will see School Aid. Please download that form, complete and submit to the office. First Years wishing to do Book Rental should contact the school office immediately. We will extend the closing date until June 3rd, but full payment of €200 will be required by that date. No new applicants will be accepted after June 3rd, unless they are late admissions to the school. All information for the purchase of iPads is available on the school website. Mr G Brennan is the iPad Coordinator and any queries should be emailed to him. gbrennan@portlaoisecbs.com Rafters will return to the school canteen in September and we look forward to the availability of in house lunches. I wish you all a relaxing and refreshing summer, and hopefully we will get the good weather to enjoy the long evenings. Take care. Yours sincerely, Maura Murphy Principal
Important notice for 3rd year parents regarding iPads
Created : 27 May 2022, 9:35 AM
Archived : 27 Jul 2022, 12:00 AM
Dear Parent/Guardian, We are contacting you today as your child will soon be finishing third year and entering Senior Cycle with us in August/September 2022. We have chosen to include Wriggle’s managed service and support as part of your technology bundle. Management of Devices in Senior Cycle Minister Norma Foley announced the plans for the Senior Cycle Reform in March 2022. There will be a shift in focus toward student well-being and preparing students for the world of work. Responsible and safe use of technology will be key, Wriggle can support schools here through the management of devices. There are 3 core pillars of the Senior Cycle Reform: empower students to meet the challenges of the 21st century (new focus on technology and digital skills and preparing them for the working world and the skills they’ll need in the workplace) enrich the student experience and build on what’s strong in our current system embed wellbeing and reduce student stress levels What is Wriggle's Service, Support and Training? Why do I need it? To avoid the risks associated with unmanaged devices and to ensure you are fully supported to get the full benefits from your school device, we have chosen to include Wriggle's Managed Service and Support as part of your technology bundle. What is included? Secure Device Management - School Specific device restrictions are applied to the device - Your device is fully secured for educational use only - Your device is safely managed by our team - All school apps are preloaded to your device - New school apps and updates are pushed to your device as required - Provisioning of all eBook accounts .. and lots more Support - Full phone and email support - Technical support and advice from our team - School and 3rd party app support to ensure optimal performance - Device reconfiguration to school specifications - Device management and app support - Device repairs and support - Device unlocking should it become disabled - Device Management licence and platform maintenance 3 Year Support & Management (for students entering 4th Year) · Jamf Mobile Device Management Licence - € 21.00 · Senior Cycle - Digital Technology Training Support - € 78.00 Total Cost - €99.00 2 Year Support & Management (for students entering 5th Year) · Jamf Mobile Device Management Licence - € 14.00 · Senior Cycle - Digital Technology Training Support € 52.00 Total Cost - €66.00 To purchase your childs Senior Cycle bundle, please follow the below steps: Visit www.wriggle.ie/OnlineStoreLogin Store code: 02742671 Select the relevant bundle (4th or 5th year) Please ensure that you have placed your order by July 29th, 2022. If you have any questions regarding this, please don’t hesitate to reach out. Kind Regards, Patricia Greene Education Account Administrator 01-5009060
New Venture for Politics and Society Class!
Created : 26 May 2022, 6:53 PM
Archived : 26 Jul 2022, 12:00 AM
Ms. Lalor's Politics & Society class have joined the Edmund Rice Education Beyond Borders venture. This involves being twinned with another Edmund Rice school from around the globe. We have been recently matched with St. Laurence's College in Brisbane. Ms. Lalor had a zoom with their link teacher this week and students from both schools have picked the topic of 'Sport Moves the World' as the module they will explore and exchange ideas about. The students will be involved in two zoom classes together in September where they will cover this module from the perspective of both local communities. It is an exciting way to connect with our fellow Edmund Rice partners from around the world and also covers elements of the Politics & Society course for Leaving Cert. Well done Ms. Lalor and class! Watch this space!
Ms. Barrett's 5th Year Biology Class
Created : 26 May 2022, 6:44 PM
Archived : 26 Jul 2022, 12:00 AM
Ms. Barrett’s 5th Yr Biology class completed their Habitat Study on the school grounds. They had to map the area of study, measure abiotic factors and capture and identify 5 animals or insects using a pooter, sweep net, pitfall trap and beating tray. They carried out a qualitative study of the plants growing in the habitat as well as identify plant and insect adaptations. The class then reported on their findings and graphed their results. They were lucky with the weather! Well done guys! #fromeachtheirbest #thatsscience
School Yearbooks!
Created : 26 May 2022, 6:27 PM
Archived : 26 Jul 2022, 12:00 AM
Reminder - Our School Yearbook is for sale in the school office. The cost is €5. Some fantastic articles and funny snaps inside - not to be missed!
Short 5-Week Irish Language Courses for Parents
Created : 26 May 2022, 3:23 PM
Archived : 26 Jul 2022, 12:00 AM
Gearrchúrsa Gaeilge 5 Seachtaine do Thuismitheoirí Short 5-Week Courses for Parents Parents often contact us inquiring about ways in which they can improve their Irish. This year, for the first time ever, we are offering short summer courses that support parents in improving their Irish before the start of the school year. These live online courses will start the week beginning 27 June and will involve a two-hour class each week. Emphasis will be placed on developing learners' speaking and communication skills. These short courses are enjoyable, interactive and effective. The normal price for this course is €120 but an early-bird price of €95 is available for those who register before 31 May. Cláraigh Anois | Register Now
Transition Year Graduation
Created : 26 May 2022, 3:05 PM
Archived : 26 Jul 2022, 12:00 AM
Our Transition Year Graduation will be held next Tuesday 31st May at 7pm in our school GPA. All parents and guardians are welcome. We look forward to seeing you there.
Reminder: Wriggle Store for purchase of iPads is open for Incoming First Years 2022
Created : 06 Apr 2022, 6:18 PM
Archived : 26 Jul 2022, 12:00 AM
REMINDER: Wriggle store is open for the purchase of iPads to 2022 incoming First Years. Please see the attached link: www.wriggle.ie/OnlineStoreLogin A late order fee will apply for any orders after June 7th You will need the School's secure login code: 02742671 The attached PDF contains step by step instructions. ​ ​All further information relating to the school's iPad programme can also be found on the school website portlaoisecbs.com/ipad-programme/

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Do you want to be a host for a Spanish or French (or other) student next summer? Your own can learn a language at the same time.
Created : 31 Mar 2022, 3:42 PM
Archived : 26 Jul 2022, 12:00 AM
HOST FAMILY DUBLIN IRELAND We are looking for 25 Host Families for a group of students that will be coming to Portlaoise next June. (Details here below) if you have any friends, family, or neighbours who might be interested please let us know. Arrival 6/21/2022 Departure 7/13/2022 Number of nights Full board - Breakfast, packed lunch, and evening meal 22 We offer €30 per night for a single room, and only 1 x Spanish student in your home, you can host students of other Nationalities at the same time, just not from Spain. The students will study and do activities in Portlaoise each day, so once you are commutable, your area will be fine. We look forward to hearing from you. Best Regards, Angie Barrett Student Coordinator (086)121-2856