Arklow CBS news for week ending October 2nd 2020
TY NEWS
TY GYM
Both TY classes have completed week 3 of their gym program with Stephen Hurley fitness. The students are thoroughly enjoying this module. Thanks to Stephen and Sean in Stephen Hurley Fitness for all their great work with the students.
TY SPORTS MODULE
The students that are completing the sports module this term with Michael Walker completed a class with Arknell Jiu Jitsu. The students really enjoyed the experience and are looking forward to swimming next week in Coral Leisure.
TY WALK IN AVONDALE
All TY students took part in a socially distanced walk on the 29th of September. The students took the train to Rathdrum where they completed 18km hike from Rathdrum through Avondale House and along the Avondale river. The students had a great day and would like to thank Elaine, Ms. Garvey and Mr Cosgrove for accompanying them.
SCHOOL CANTEEN
A reminder to students that “Curry day” in Arklow CBS is now Wednesday - €3 for chicken curry, rice and chips. Pre-orders can be taken upstairs on the balcony at little break.
NEW BIKE RACKS
We have installed a large number of new bike racks for all our students who are currently cycling to school in large numbers. This is to be encouraged and fantastic to see. It is advisable however that all students bringing bikes to school also have a bike lock.
AFTER SCHOOL GAELIC TRAINING
After school Gaelic football training is still going strong with Mr.Fanning . Great turn out and great potential from the 1st and 2nd years. Well done everybody and a big thank you to Mr.Fanning.
COVID COMPLIANCE IN ARKLOW CBS
Well done to all the students again this week for adhering to the schools covid 19 health and safety protocols. Your cooperation and compliance is nothing short of amazing. Can we please remind parents/guardians and visitors that there can be NO INCIDENTAL CALLING or VISITS to the school. You MUST RING THE OFFICE ON 0402 32564 AND MAKE AN APPOINTMENT BEFOREHAND. When you arrive at your appointed time YOU MUST WEAR A FACE MASK. This is to ensure the health and well being of our students and staff. Your compliance and understanding on this issue would be very much appreciated.
Well done everybody.
1st YEAR SUBJECT SAMPLING ROTATION 2
1st year students are now on rotation 2 of their subject sampling. We hope that they are all enjoying this experience. We believe that subject sampling offers the students an opportunity to sample as many subjects as possible before making their final decision before the end of term 1. More details on how to choose your preferred option will be issued to parents before the end of term 1.
MOTIVATIONAL STUDY SKILL SEMINAR FOR 5th and 6th YEAR STUDENTS
A motivational study skills seminar has been organized for our senior students on Tuesday Oct 6th. The seminar will be delivered via zoom by Ray Langan of RAYSETHEGAME. Ray has delivered several workshops/seminars in Arklow CBS down through the years and the students have always found them practical, informative and entertaining. We hope that the students will enjoy the seminar and learn some key skills on how best to study, set goals and manage their time wisely. Thanks to Ms.Kinsella for organizing.