School notes - 21/10/2022

Open Night

We look forward to welcoming 6th class pupils and their parents/ guardians to our school on Thursday 27th October at 6:30 PM. Application for Admission can be accessed from the 28th of October on www.mercyballymahon.ie. Closing Date for Application for Admission is the 25th of November @ 5:00 PM.

Top of the Pops!

Ticket sales are underway for our TY production which takes place from 15th-17th November in the school. This year’s theme is Top of the Pops! Get your tickets from our school office by calling (090) 643 2267. Make sure to check out our social media platforms to see the excitement building in the run up to the most exciting week of the school calendar!

Maths Week

Last week we celebrated Maths Week in the school. Each day Junior and Senior students took part in a problem-solving competition. A students versus teachers Maths quiz also took place on Wednesday at lunchtime as well as a variety of classroom activities throughout the week. Thank you to our Maths department for organising.

Subject Learning Review

Thank you to all 3rd year students and their parents/guardians who attended our SLR Parent-Teacher Meetings last week. Details of review meetings for other year groups to follow.

Sports News

Last Thursday marked a fantastic first outing for our 44 1st year girls who travelled to Longford Slashers to participate in a LGFA blitz. The girls played against Lanesboro Community College, Meán Scoil Mhuire, Ardscoil Phadraig Granard and Templemichael College on the day. Thank you coaches Ms Duffy and Ms Gilleran.

Mocktobers

Well done to our 3rd and 6th year students who completed their ‘Mocktober’ exams last week. We are sure you are all looking forward to a well-earned midterm break.