Girls Football Success
Our girls team have made the school very proud as they reached the semi-finals in the Cumann na mBunscol football competition. 
Coillte WindFarm Workshop
Representatives from Coillte called to the school recently to give the children a workshop on wind turbines and electricity. This was a really informative session, and as the photos show, the children thoroughly enjoyed the afternoon
Pioneer Competition Winners
Congratulations to Hannah and David who were winners in the recent Pioneer Art & Essay Competition.
Hannah was awarded a prize in the Essay Competition, while David’s great picture was chosen as a winner
in the Art Competition.
1916 History Tour
On 22nd April, pupils from 2nd to 6th class travelled to Dublin to experience some of the great facilities that are available as part of the 1916 Centenary Year. The first stop was to the Natural History Museum where we were introduced to the events leading up to the Rising. The Museum held many key documents and artefacts relating to the Rising, such as one of the original copies of the Proclamation. We also took in a tour of Collins Barracks. Next stop was to Merrion Square, where we boarded a Troop Carrier, and travelled through Dublin taking in the key locations of the battle as it unfolded in 1916.
We then travelled to Natural History Museum in Merrion Square to take in more sights and history. Our day finished with a trip to Supermacs. Everyone agreed, it was a great experience.
Taking in the sights at the National History Museum of Ireland
Outside Collins Barracks
Waiting to board the Troop Carrier
Confirmation & Communion
Congratulations to David, Hannah, Caroline & Jodie who made their Confirmation recently.
Congratulations also to Anthony, David, Ruairí and Áine who celebrated their First Holy Communion recently
Talent by the Shannon
Talent by the Shannon
Our show “Talent by the Shannon” was a tremendous success. The acts that took part were all of a very high standard and the audience thoroughly enjoyed the variety of talent on display. The opening act by the Pupils of Ballagh NS was a great success and was the perfect way to open a perfect night. Thanks to everyone who helped out in any way. Your continued assistance is greatly appreciated.
All dressed up and ready to go!
Flag Ceremony 1916 Rising
From Tuesday, 15th March, we held a flag-raising ceremony in the school.
The pupils of Ballagh wrote their own Proclamation which was read out by 5th class pupils. Sixth class pupils read the Proclamation from 1916. The children played the National Anthem on tin whistle and the flag was raised by the youngest and oldest pupil in the school – Leah Trimble Higgins and David Cullen.
Grandparents Day Feb 2016
We celebrated Grandparents Day on Tuesday, 2nd February, as part of Catholic Schools Week.
Grandparents travelled from near and far to celebrate with us. We held a prayer service and afterwards, the children performed for their grandparents, singing songs, reciting poems and playing tinwhistles.
Robotics
A Robotics Workshop was held in the school on Thursday, 11th February. This workshop gave the children an opportunity to learn skills in the area of science technology, engineering, maths design and computer programming.
Aistear – Careers and Occupations
As part of our Aistear topic for February, Occupations and People working in the Community, the children were brought on an exciting trip to Roscommon Fire Station where they got a detailed account of the role of the Fireman and the important job they do.