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Presentation National School, Millstreet, Co. Cork.

ATTENTION: January 30th

1/30/2019

Due to the weather conditions, school will not open until 10:30am .For the health and safety of all our pupils and their grandparents, we are regrettably deferring 'Grandparents' Day Mass' until a later date. Please only travel to school if safe to do so.

3rd & 4th Class Camogie blitz will not go ahead either today.

National Road Safety Education

1/29/2019

Cathal, a Road Safety Promotion Officer with the Road Safety Authority, visited our school today and delivered a workshop which tackled all elements of road safety including walking, cycling, travelling by public transport, being a passenger in a car and practising safe road behaviour in general. Here we share a photograph of Cathal with the boys and girls from Room 4.

SCARLET FEVER

1/29/2019

Date: January 29th 2019

RE: Scarlet Fever in Presentation N.S.

Dear Parent/ Guardian
There has been a case of Scarlet Fever within your child’s school and your child may have been exposed.

What is Scarlet Fever?
Scarlet fever is a scattered red rash and high temperature caused by bacteria (Group A streptococci). Occasionally these bacteria can cause kidney or heart complications. Prompt treatment with an antibiotic usually prevents these complications. Treatment will also prevent spread to others.

What are the symptoms of Scarlet Fever?
A scattered red rash that is often most marked in the creases of the joints and over the stomach. It usually blanches (goes white) when pressed on. The skin may feel rough to the touch, sometimes described as feeling like sandpaper. Someone with Scarlet Fever will have evidence of a Streptococcal infection somewhere, usually in the throat or sometimes in the skin.

What should I do if I think my child has it?
If your child develops any of these symptoms bring him/her to your doctor for examination. Tell the doctor that another child in the school has Scarlet Fever.

If my child has Scarlet Fever what should I do then?
The doctor will prescribe an antibiotic for your child. It is important that the child takes the full course of medicine.

Can my child stay in school?
Your child can return to school when he/she feels well again.

What can I do to prevent spread of infection at home?
The bacteria are spread through contact with nose and mouth secretions so:
• Wash hands thoroughly after wiping nose.

• Wash hands thoroughly before preparing food.

• Wash dishes well in hot soapy water.

• Do not share cups, straws, spoons, eating utensils etc.

• Do not share toothbrushes.

Thank you for giving this your attention. Your family doctor will be able to answer any further questions that you might have concerning scarlet fever.

First Confession and First Holy Communion

1/28/2019

First Confession: March 5th
First Holy Communion: May 11th

Indoor Camogie Championships: 3rd & 4th Class

1/28/2019

3rd & 4th Class will compete in this indoor camogie blitz on Wednesday (30th) in Cloughduv. Best of luck to all involved!

Welcome Bishop Browne!

1/28/2019

We were delighted to welcome Bishop Browne to our school on January 19th. Bishop Browne and Canon Fitzgerald visited the boys and girls from 1st Class - 6th Class. The 5th & 6th Class girls are really looking forward to receiving the Sacrament of Confirmation from Bishop Browne on March 20th.

Visitors to Room 3 :December 2018

1/28/2019

PEBBLES FOR THE REBELS: Junior Entrepreneur Programme: 6th Class

1/21/2019

Enrolments for September 2019

1/21/2019

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Presentationn N.S. Commemorates 100th Anniversary of Dáil Éireann

1/21/2019

January 21st 2019 marks the anniversary of a pivotal moment in Irish history as the Dáil officially celebrates its 100th birthday. The first meeting of Dáil Éireann was held in the round room of the Mansion House, the residence of the Lord Mayor of Dublin, on 21 January 1919. Today also marks the day when the first shots were fired in what would become the 'War of Independence'.

Swimming Lessons

1/17/2019

Swimming lessons in Mallow Swimming Pool commenced today and will continue for a total of six weeks. Pupils from 2nd/ 3rd 4th class thoroughly enjoyed their first lesson today.

Grandparents' Day 2019- January 30th

1/17/2019

GRANDPARENTS’ DAY 2019
[IN CONJUNCTION WITH CATHOLIC SCHOOLS’ WEEK]

We will celebrate Grandparents’ Day on January 30th [Wednesday]. We will begin with Mass at 10am in St. Patrick’s Church, followed by a visit from the grandparents to the classrooms to say a quick hello to the grandchildren. Light refreshments will be served for the adult visitors only as, unfortunately, we have limited space. All children will remain in their classrooms with their teachers.

We look forward to welcoming you all to our school on January 30th.

School Closure ; January 28th 2019

1/16/2019

The teachers of Presentation N.S. and Scoil Mhuire B.N.S will complete and In-service English Course on January 28th. Pupils will remain at home to facilitate the completion of this course.

Daffodils

1/13/2019

Last October, all classes planted some bulbs in our top yard. After the mild Christmas weather, we can already see some daffodils blooming.

December 20th 2018

1/13/2019

Here is just one recording of the many songs performed by our senior choir at their Christmas Recital.