Pink Day - Breast Cancer Awareness
Well done to everyone in the school community who raised €1000 during Pink Day for Breast Cancer Awareness.
A special word of thanks to Ms. Barlow and the events team who spearheaded operations for a very good cause.
A special word of thanks to Ms. Barlow and the events team who spearheaded operations for a very good cause.
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Yellow Day - Darkness into Light
On Friday 6th May TY Rang Gráinne Future Leaders hosted Yellow Jumper Day in aid of Pieta Darkness into Light. Each year got the chance to come together and "have the chats" with some juice, biscuits and mindfulness colouring, students and staff also got to get a cuddle from "Fergie". Well done to everyone who participated in the day by wearing their yellow and making their donation. A special thanks to Ms. Joyce. More photos on Facebook.
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Equestrian Team
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Well done to all in the Eureka Secondary School Novice Team who came 4th this morning in Killossery at the TRI Equestrian Interschools.
The Team members were:
Elisa Drumm (3B)
Ruby Morris (2E)
Gráinne Owens (2B)
Emma Quinlan (2E)
Chef D'Equipe: Ms. Barlow.
The Team members were:
Elisa Drumm (3B)
Ruby Morris (2E)
Gráinne Owens (2B)
Emma Quinlan (2E)
Chef D'Equipe: Ms. Barlow.
Here is the list of activities/ events that will take place on World Book Day 2022.
- *All students to be encouraged to dress up as a character from a book. Otherwise, they must be in full school uniform.
- 1st, 2nd, 3rd prizes for best tutor/class groups (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th)
- 1st ,2nd ,3rd prizes for most impressive costume (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th)
- *'Drop Everything and Read' class.
- *Book Club will take place at lunchtime for First Years on World Book Day.
- *Competition – create a 3D model of your favourite character or design a book cover. Open to First to Sixth Year students. Book cover is compulsory for First to Third year students. The 3D character model is optional. Each English teacher will select the best book covers/3D characters from their classes. English teachers will meet in staffroom on the day to decide on the top ten best creations. 10 winners overall. Winners will receive a €10 book token each. Please give your entries to your *English teacher BEFORE 3:43pm on Tuesday the 1st of March.
- *World Book Day themed puzzle activity – to be completed with First, Second, Third Years in class that week.
*First Year English classes will make posters to promote World Book Day. These will be displayed around the school.
*Lunchtime Spelling Bee on World Book Day and book recommendations to be announced over the intercom over the course of the week.
BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2022
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Well done to all who qualified for the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition this year. And congratulations to TY students, Kathlyn Donegan, Emma Finnegan & Claire Smith who won a Display Award for their Social and Behavioural project "How does technology affect our brains?" Thanks to their teacher, Ms. Chloe Sheridan.
Never Refuse to Reuse
Teacher: Mr. Leo Murphy
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Eureka Christmas Fair & The Pebble Project
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Eureka Christmas Craft Fair
The Eureka Christmas Craft Fair was a tremendous success. There were 108 entries from across all year groups, with a broad spectrum of goods on show. It was difficult for the judges to pick winners as it was obvious that a lot of effort and work went into all of them. After much deliberation a few were selected for some prizes. In honour of our late Deputy Principal, Ms. Gabrielle Moran, who was a Business Teacher and would have been a champion of Enterprise, her family have set up a Student Bursary Fund in her memory. Gabrielle always had a word of kindness or encouragement for those she encountered, so we should never underestimate the ‘ripple effect’ or positive impact that this can have on someone’s life. Hence the Gabrielle Pebble Project was conceived. The Pebble Awards were gifted by the Moran family in memory of Ms. Moran and are in recognition for creativity, endeavour and enthusiasm. We all still greatly miss Ms. Moran, Gabrielle, our colleague and friend. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis. |
Some recipients of the Pebble Award were:
Jars of Joy by TY students Éabha Byrne and Ciara Murphy. Also in the photo are Paul Moran with teachers from the Business Department (Ms. Hopkins, Ms. Sheridan & Mr. Cornally). This project was selected for its business acumen – great presentation and marketing. The students received a Pebble Award and €200 prize. More photos on our school Facebook page.
Jars of Joy by TY students Éabha Byrne and Ciara Murphy. Also in the photo are Paul Moran with teachers from the Business Department (Ms. Hopkins, Ms. Sheridan & Mr. Cornally). This project was selected for its business acumen – great presentation and marketing. The students received a Pebble Award and €200 prize. More photos on our school Facebook page.
Eureka donated €1000 to St Vincent de Paul. The money was raised by fun events organised by our Student Council. In the photo: Caroline O’Reilly (Principal), Sadhbh Hayes (Head Girl), Peter Kenny (SVP) & Shaúna Quinn (Deputy Head Girl).
Baking Club |
Crochet Club |
Afternoon Tea
Transition Year students visited Croke Park today to learn about Irish Culture and Gaelic Athletic Association, which was set up in 1884 by Michael Cusack. The students received a comprehensive tour of the stadium followed by time in the GAA Museum within the complex. The students would like to thank all those in Croke Park for hosting them today. Programme Coordinator: Mr. Devine.
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Sporting Successes
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Congratulations and well done to our 3rd-year student Emily O'Beirne. Emily won the U14s Singles, runner-up in U14 Doubles and was named a Player of the Tournament at the Ulster Hardcourt Championships at Windsor LTC Belfast. Emily is ranked 11th in Ireland in her age group (U14) and 24th in the U16 age group. She has also been invited to train with HIGH-PERFORMANCE LEINSTER TENNIS ACADEMY 2021/22. A tremendous achievement - comhghairdeachas!
Congratulations to Ellen Murray (5th year) who is off to The British National CX Trophy 2021 Falkirk Scotland representing Cycling Leinster. Ellen is part of the only all girl cycling team in Ireland. A great achievement - well done and best of luck Ellen.
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Maths Week
Leaving Certificate Applied - Fifth Year
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Fifth Year Leaving Cert Applied students made Halloween toffee apples in Home Economics class. Looks fantastic!
Teacher: Ms. Smith. |
Fifth Year Leaving Cert Applied students had a lovely evening on their bonding trip last Thursday. The girls were accompanied by Mr. Devine, Ms. O’ Brien and Ms. Olohan. The evening started with a competitive game of Bowling in Leisureplex, Blanchardstown followed by some shopping and then dinner in Captain Americas.
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Comhaigle na nÓg
Well done to Ciara Enright, Gemma Finegan & Katie White who represented the school at the online Comhairle na nÓg AGM.
Thanks also to Siún Smith who has completed her term on the Student Council and the Comhairle na nÓg Committee.
Thanks also to Siún Smith who has completed her term on the Student Council and the Comhairle na nÓg Committee.
World Mental Health Week
Webinars on Resilience:
https://form.jotform.com/galwayactive/OctoberDrEddie... Mental Health Week: www.mentalhealthireland.ie |
Climate Action Week
Ireland’s fifth Climate Action Week will run from 11th to 17th October 2021. If you host an Action Day during Climate Action Week, it will count towards your Green Flag application, and there’s no better way to kickstart your Green-Schools Committee than celebrating #ClimateActionWeek!
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Hispanic day is the National Day of Spain. It is celebrated on the October 12th marking the date of Columbus' arrival in the new world in 1492. Nowadays its a celebration of all thing Spanish. To mark the day, watch our short video featuring some interesting and fun facts about Spain! Read more about Hispanic Day at https://www.officeholidays.com/holida...
National Tree Day
Delighted to plant a Silver Birch tree today to commemorate Kells Colmcille 1500 on National Tree Day.
The Silver Birch symbolises new beginnings and protection and St Colmcille inspired learning & skills.
The Silver Birch symbolises new beginnings and protection and St Colmcille inspired learning & skills.
The Stories of Kells 2020
"Kells has a long tradition of storytelling visually through Art. We can see this on the once brightly coloured etched panels on the Kells High Crosses and on the intricately decorated pages of the Book of Kells. The last year has been a very strange and significant time that will be marked in history. Taking reference from the decorative styles of the Book of Kells and the Kells High Crosses, each student designed and built a story panel illustrating their own experiences of 2020/21" - Anna Moloney
This Creative Engagement project was undertaken with the help and guidance of local artist, Anna Moloney. Anna was joined by a group of TY students to complete the project, the students connected with Anna weekly via Zoom calls. Their patterns and designs were developed before being hand built with ceramic clay. Each student completed a single tile which represented their memory or vision of living during the coronavirus pandemic. The artwork has been placed in the hallway for all to enjoy. Teacher: Ms. Glennon.
This Creative Engagement project was undertaken with the help and guidance of local artist, Anna Moloney. Anna was joined by a group of TY students to complete the project, the students connected with Anna weekly via Zoom calls. Their patterns and designs were developed before being hand built with ceramic clay. Each student completed a single tile which represented their memory or vision of living during the coronavirus pandemic. The artwork has been placed in the hallway for all to enjoy. Teacher: Ms. Glennon.
A Stitch in Time saves Nine!
The blue flowers symbolise HOPE. Hope is important because it can make the present moment less difficult to bear. If we believe that tomorrow will be better, we can bear the hardship today. This wonderful Creative Engagement project spans 7.5 m in length and was undertaken with the help and guidance of local artist, Jillian Gott. Originally started by the transition year class of 2019/20, they were unable to complete the project due to lockdown restrictions and remote learning. This year's TY class took on the task of completing the project with enthusiasm, connecting weekly with Jillian via Zoom calls. The pattern was developed and created using intricate cross-stitching. Each student completed a 30-centimetre square of the pattern, the 24 squares connect together to create the repeat pattern. The artwork now sits proudly in the GP area above the school's main entrance. Teacher: Ms. Glennon.
Hearts for Frontline Workers
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Last year, during remote learning students from Eureka, created and designed hearts in honour of the frontline workers. These hearts were emailed and digitally stitched together to form a collage that is now framed and hung in the school. Eureka's collage was then emailed on to be joined with hundreds of other schools to create a mural in thanks to the essential workers of the pandemic. It was kindly printed by Michael of Revolution Signs, Mullingar. Teacher: Ms. Glennon.
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Focus Ireland Fundraiser
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Well done to Abby Bennett, Cheyenne Campbell, and Shauna Quinn along with Career Guidance teacher, Ms. Barlow, who helped raised €2005 for Focus Ireland, by taking part in a virtual walk known as Camino De Quarantine of 114km. There are over 9,000 children, families, and individuals tackling homelessness in Ireland right now. Thanks to all involved.
Camogie Retention Competition
Transition Year students from Rang Niamh, Ellen Garry, Muireann Thorpe, Ciara O Reilly, Erin Connolly, Ruth Connolly, Amber Smith, Cora O Brien and Cheyenne Campbell (missing from photo) entered the Camogie Retention Competition earlier this year with a project titled "Flick a switch get girls on the pitch". Their project looked at how Camogie can be promoted within the school and the impact Camogie can have on adolescents. Students received €300 worth of camogie equipment for the school. Well done girls, brilliant achievement and their teacher, Ms. Joyce.
Young Social Innovators Physical Health category winners
Congratulations to 4 Oisín and their teacher Mr. Devine on their success at the YSI awards ceremony today. They won their category - Physical Health, Make Our World Healthier with their project TikToks Ideal Body Makes Starving a Hobby. They look forward to receiving their trophy in the coming days. The students will continue working on their project in the coming weeks and months. Today they are attending a meeting of Meath County Council to discuss their issues.
Darkness into Light - Pieta House
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Thanks to all who participated in the Darkness into Light 10,000 steps a day challenge over the last week and to all who created the great colour and brightness around the school. Your kind donations will be forwarded to Pieta House www.pieta.ie
We have received the following message from a member of Pieta House: "In 2009, in the Phoenix Park in Dublin, 400 people set off on the inaugural Darkness Into Light 5km walk to raise funds for Pieta House. From small beginnings, the movement has continued to grow, and around 200,000 people now take part in the event annually. Our team of dedicated volunteers, in Ireland and overseas, return year on year to make the event a success and to help us all continue to raise awareness of Pieta and our services. Since Darkness Into Light began, our supporters have helped us raise almost €29 million, which has enabled us to keep our doors open and our service free of charge. On behalf of the clients and staff in Pieta, we would like to sincerely thank you all in Eureka for your wonderful support in helping us to sustain our life saving work, and we really hope you enjoyed taking on your 10,000 steps challenge. More than 80% of our income comes from public donations, so we rely on the generosity of supporters like you all. You make our life-saving counselling services possible. Through your kindness and generosity, you are ensuring that we can keep going and keep being there for people in crisis. We are so grateful to you for your support." Warm regards. The Pieta, Darkness Into Light team
Thanks also to Ms. Brady for coordinating our "Yellow Fundraising Day" along with the industrious Student Council. We really are "Brighter together!". Photos courtesy of Mr. Murphy will be available on the school website and Facebook page.
We have received the following message from a member of Pieta House: "In 2009, in the Phoenix Park in Dublin, 400 people set off on the inaugural Darkness Into Light 5km walk to raise funds for Pieta House. From small beginnings, the movement has continued to grow, and around 200,000 people now take part in the event annually. Our team of dedicated volunteers, in Ireland and overseas, return year on year to make the event a success and to help us all continue to raise awareness of Pieta and our services. Since Darkness Into Light began, our supporters have helped us raise almost €29 million, which has enabled us to keep our doors open and our service free of charge. On behalf of the clients and staff in Pieta, we would like to sincerely thank you all in Eureka for your wonderful support in helping us to sustain our life saving work, and we really hope you enjoyed taking on your 10,000 steps challenge. More than 80% of our income comes from public donations, so we rely on the generosity of supporters like you all. You make our life-saving counselling services possible. Through your kindness and generosity, you are ensuring that we can keep going and keep being there for people in crisis. We are so grateful to you for your support." Warm regards. The Pieta, Darkness Into Light team
Thanks also to Ms. Brady for coordinating our "Yellow Fundraising Day" along with the industrious Student Council. We really are "Brighter together!". Photos courtesy of Mr. Murphy will be available on the school website and Facebook page.
Young Social Innovators Final
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The very best of luck to 4 Oisín who have reached the final of the Young Social Innovators of the year award 2021. They will make their final pitch to a panel of judges at 11:30 tomorrow, Monday 10th May. The students have been researching how social media platforms are encouraging eating disorders in order to promote the perfect body image. Their project is entitled “Tiktoks ideal body makes starving a hobby”. They will compete in the ‘Make Our Word Healthier Challenge’ (Physical Health) which is supported by HSE Ireland. The best of luck to the TY girls and their teacher Mr. Devine.
Breast Cancer Awareness Day
Thanks to all who participated in our 'Pink Day Fundraiser' which raised awareness of Breast Cancer. A cheque for €1300 was presented to Breast Cancer Ireland. Coordinating Teacher: Ms. Barlow. Photos: Mr. Murphy. Remembering Ms. Moran. R.I.P.
Sports Day for First Years |
Sports Day for Third Years |
Sports Day for TY |
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ACTIVE SCHOOL WEEK - Strava Challenge Results
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Top class group in each year:
1st Year: 1 Aoibheann 1,234.90km 2nd Year: 2 Ailbhe 995.75km 3rd Year: 3 Cara 2,179.11km T.Y: 4 Gráinne 2,333.10km Top Individuals in the school 1st Rosemary Murphy 2nd Ava O'Donoghue 3rd Ceri Ann Jones-Mason Top class group in the school: T.Y. Rang Gráinne Top individual in each class: 1st Year: 1A Kate Farrell 203.70km 1B Isabelle McKeon 248.94km 1C Clodagh Doughty 121.06km 1D Cara Brennan 239.16km 1E Ellen Tobin 62.00km 1F Sophie Flood 105.30km 2nd Year: 2A Kim Maguire 231.39km 2B Clodagh Gillic 124.80km 2C Leanna Gillespie 145.91km 2D Aoibhe Sheridan-Fox 98.1km 2E Deidre O Reilly 223.70km 2F Bronagh Muldoon 244.81km 3rd Year: 3A Rachel Canning 116.42km 3B Rosemary Murphy 752.73km 3C Ava O Donoghue 447.26km 3D Ceri Ann Jones-Mason 413km 3E Katie White 260.52km Transition Year: 4D: Megan Brady 216.86km 4G: Siobhan Cahill 405.30km 4N: Muireann Thorpe 270.50km 4O: Aoife Murphy 262. 68km ‘Kudos’ to all our students who took part. Thanks to Ms. Mimnagh & PE Department & Mr. Murphy (photographer) 
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TY Eureka girls raise awareness about Domestic Violence
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TY Rang Gráinne students today turned purple in solidarity with victims of domestic violence as part of the National Awareness Day on the issue. Local Garda Padraig Keegan was kindly on hand to meet with students and explain the Gardai's role in both highlighting and addressing this serious issue which affects so many families. As part of the campaign, we are encouraging people to support and donate to organisations such as Women's Aid, Meath Women's Refuge and Men's Aid who work with and support victims. Teacher: Mr Stephen McKee
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Design cover to student journal competition - Be the Change!
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Well done to all the students who participated in the project to design the cover for student journals. The theme of 'Be the Change' illustrated in a variety of ways and yet a number of similar attitudes, hopes and dreams have been depicted. Please log onto the link below to view the designs created by students for the Student's Voice Campaign.
https://issuu.com/theexamcraftgroup/docs/cover-choices-2021
All schools who participated in the project will receive the gift of a dropdown poster featuring a collage of their students' artwork plus all the drawings from schools who participated in the project. This final piece may be featured on the corridor of your school for the coming year. The intention here is to show the students that they were part of a bigger project that involved many schools across the country. Teacher: Ms. Glennon
https://issuu.com/theexamcraftgroup/docs/cover-choices-2021
All schools who participated in the project will receive the gift of a dropdown poster featuring a collage of their students' artwork plus all the drawings from schools who participated in the project. This final piece may be featured on the corridor of your school for the coming year. The intention here is to show the students that they were part of a bigger project that involved many schools across the country. Teacher: Ms. Glennon
Portfolio Workshop |
Printmaking Workshop |
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Fifth Year students took part in an online portfolio preparation workshop in association with the Crawford College of Art and Design today. The session examined drawing the human figure and the self portrait in a number of classical and contemporary challenges. Well done to all involved. Teacher: Ms Kealy.
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This week TY students participated in a Printmaking workshop with the Crawford College of Art and Design. This session explored the diversity of relief printmaking, blocks created can be used to print your own fine art prints. Well done to all involved. Teacher: Ms Kealy.
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Earth Day 2021
The theme for Earth Day 2021 is "Restore our Earth" - it's all about reducing our environmental footprint and fixing the damage already done.
We all have a right to a clean and healthy environment, but we all also have a responsibility to ensure that this happens. Little things make all the difference such as: Reduce, re-use, recycle, shop local, walk and cycle where possible. More information: https://www.rte.ie/learn/2021/0415/1210090-earth-day-2021-with-unicef-ireland/
We all have a right to a clean and healthy environment, but we all also have a responsibility to ensure that this happens. Little things make all the difference such as: Reduce, re-use, recycle, shop local, walk and cycle where possible. More information: https://www.rte.ie/learn/2021/0415/1210090-earth-day-2021-with-unicef-ireland/
National Finals of the Certified Irish Angus Schools Competition
Congratulations and well done to TY students: Anna Curran, Cara Finnegan and Clara Muldoon, who have reached the National Finals of the Certified Irish Angus Schools Competition. Due to pandemic their final interview today took place online. It was a 15-minute interview based on their video application. They were interviewed by representatives from: Irish Angus Producer Group, ABP Food Group, Kepak Group & an Agricultural Science Teacher. We wish them well in the competition. Teacher: Mr. O'Reilly.
Transition Year Easter Initiative
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Rang Niamh (TY) teamed up with Park Rí in Kells, who sponsored some Easter Eggs which were delivered to cooperating Junior Infant classes within our 5K radius for Easter. The class wanted to acknowledge the sacrifices that school students have endured during this lockdown. Rang Niamh would like to thank Park Rí for their sponsorship and support and would like to wish students a very Happy Easter.
Photo: Séamus Ennis (Park Rí), Muireann Thorpe (TY), Mr. Devine (Teacher), Ellen Garry (TY), and Emma Hayes (Park Rí). |
Jump for Jack Challenge
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Some of our 5th years and Leaving Cert students took part in the "Jump for Jack" challenge to raise awareness and much needed funds for Dementia and Alzheimer's Society of Ireland. If you would like to Donate for Dementia: Go to https://www.donatefordementia.ie or ring (01) 5541680 and donate whatever you can. If you would like to take part in the fun, you can send Ms. Brady [cbrady@eureekaschool.ie] a video of yourself (with the cat or dog) doing some Jumping Jacks, and we will create an updated video next week.
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Eureka Sports Skills Challenge 2021
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During lockdown, students were asked to make a 30second video showcasing their sporting talents. There was a great response with entries from a wide range of sports and students from all year groups.
The 12 videos have been shortlisted by a selection committee. A voting form will be sent to student and staff emails and voting will take place up until Thursday the 25th of March at 7pm. There is a limit of one vote per student/staff member. The winner will be announced on Friday the 26th of March and they can select the Eureka Masita Sports Jersey of their choice. Thank you to all students who entered the competition and best of luck to all the shortlisted videos. |
Daffodil Day 2021
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To mark Daffodil Day, the first flowers of the TY horticulture class were put on display in the school. TY horticulture students also planted seeds before Christmas which are beginning to grow into vegetables. Hopefully they will continue to work on these when they return to school after Easter.
Teacher: Mr. Davis. 
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Fish Art (papier-mâché aquarium)
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This year's Transition Year students made some sculptural fish for the windows in the upstairs hallway during their art block. Fish were made from cardboard, wire and paper mache (papier-mâché). Teacher: Ms. Glennon.
International Women's Day
A challenged world is an alert world. Individually, we're all responsible for our own thoughts and actions - all day, every day. We can all choose to challenge and call out gender bias and inequality. We can all choose to seek out and celebrate women's achievements. Collectively, we can all help create an inclusive world. From challenge comes change, so let's all choose to challenge.
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Seachtain na Gaeilge le Energia is an international Irish language festival and one of the biggest celebrations of our native language and culture that takes place each year in Ireland and in many other countries.
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Tiktok's ideal body makes starving a hobby
Last week was National Eating Disorder Week (March 1st- 7th). Rang Oisín’s YSI project is based around this topic. Their aim is to spread body positivity and also get restrictions on comments on Tiktok’s, especially harmful one. There are many trends and hashtags that are very harmful to their generation.
According to a survey they sent out to Eureka students, of which 158 responded: 66 people said they rarely felt content with their own body, while 33 people said they never have. 108 people said that while scrolling on Tiktok they saw videos about body image and 109 people said they see negative/harmful comments in relation to body image, so we need to change this.
If you are struggling with an eating disorder or body image please do not be afraid to ask for help or guidance.
There is many websites such as https://www.bodywhys.ie
Please remember to stay safe and check out their socials to help, spot, recover or even learn about eating disorders.
instagram @4oisinysi
tiktok @4oisinysi
twitter @4oisinysi
and use our hashtag #nobodyhasyourbody
YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL AND YOU ARE STRONG!!!
According to a survey they sent out to Eureka students, of which 158 responded: 66 people said they rarely felt content with their own body, while 33 people said they never have. 108 people said that while scrolling on Tiktok they saw videos about body image and 109 people said they see negative/harmful comments in relation to body image, so we need to change this.
If you are struggling with an eating disorder or body image please do not be afraid to ask for help or guidance.
There is many websites such as https://www.bodywhys.ie
Please remember to stay safe and check out their socials to help, spot, recover or even learn about eating disorders.
instagram @4oisinysi
tiktok @4oisinysi
twitter @4oisinysi
and use our hashtag #nobodyhasyourbody
YOU ARE BEAUTIFUL AND YOU ARE STRONG!!!
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World Book Day is a charity funded by publishers and booksellers in the UK and Ireland.
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STEPS Engineering Week 2021
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Young Adult Book ClubMeath Libraries are setting up a Young Adult Book Club for 15-17 year old's based in the Meath area.
All contact information is on this image if they have any questions for them and want to join. The book club will take place on Zoom once a month for 1 hour. They will source all books, e-books etc for the students. This entire service is completely FREE. Any questions please don't hesitate to ask them: ashbournelib@meathcoco.ie Ashbourne Library, Killegland Street, Ashbourne, Co. Meath. Tel. 01 8358185 www.meath.ie/library |
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CEIST Calendar of Hope 2021
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Congratulations to Fifth Year students, Talitha Cole and Lauren Connolly, whose pictures were selected for the annual CEIST Calendar of Hope. Well done to all who entered this national competition, they received certificates of Merit. Teacher: Ms. Kealy.
Careers with PhysicsCongratulations and well done to LC Physics student, Jolie Chang, who was interviewed for Institute of Physics
website. Described by the interviewer as a brilliant interviewee and a great advocate for physics! |
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The Eureka Umbrella
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The umbrella of Eureka reaches far and wide, from past students to present, new students to old. Yet beneath this umbrella, we are all individuals - individuals who each bring our own unique sense of self, our own flair of creativity and our own sense of purpose. This fantastic installation features 139 mini umbrellas, each one designed and individually weaved by every first year in the school during the art taster block. While every umbrella is unique, collectively they form the creative and wonderful tapestry that is the heartbeat of Eureka. This stunning installation is currently on display in the school’s hallway for all to enjoy. Teacher: Ms. Glennon
CONFIRM Smart Manufacturing
Congratulations to Grace Cunningham (2nd Year) who won a €100 one4all voucher for a science week competition run by CONFIRM Smart Manufacturing in the University of Limerick and the Science Foundation Ireland. The competition was to create a video no more than 1 minute long outlining their opinions on Technological Advancements such as Artificial Intelligence. Usually, the competition for school entrants is only open to TYs but this year they opened it to anyone interested including students from the University of Limerick, as stated in the below email. Grace did incredibly well, her video was fantastic, and she was highly commended by Seán O'Brien who ran the competition. Teacher: Ms. Doyle
TY Artwork in the School
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The first piece is an interpretation of Van Gogh's Starry Night. Each TY student was assigned a section of the painting to replicate using oil pastels. This artwork is displayed on the 1st floor of the school.
The second artwork is an interpretation of The Four Evangelist Symbols from The Book of Kells. TY students were split into groups to recreate a quarter of the page each. This piece was made using magazines for collage and paint. Last year's 2nd years and 5th years helped in the completion of this piece. This piece is displayed in the GP area. Teacher: Ms. Glennon.
The second artwork is an interpretation of The Four Evangelist Symbols from The Book of Kells. TY students were split into groups to recreate a quarter of the page each. This piece was made using magazines for collage and paint. Last year's 2nd years and 5th years helped in the completion of this piece. This piece is displayed in the GP area. Teacher: Ms. Glennon.
YSI project - Don't get used to Abuse
TY Rang Gráinne all wore purple masks to school today to show solidarity with victims of domestic violence. The girls YSI project 'Don't Get Used To Abuse' aims to highlight this issue, which affects both men and women in society, and to promote healthy relationships. Teacher: Mr. McKee.
Meath Enerprize Awards 2020
Last Tuesday during Meath Enterprise Week three 5th year students Áine Rooney, Gráinne Nevin, and Katie Sheridan turned their BT Young Scientist project "Food for Thought" into a Business- selling food eco-rating shelf edge labels to supermarkets. The label barcode includes the distance the product travelled the mode of transport, the weight, dimensions of packaging, and time and energy spent in cold storage. An eco-rating label is then designed based on this information given to the girls by the supermarket. The label is green, orange, or red. Green meaning better for the environment. This label is then put on the shelf beside the product displaying the information to environmentally aware customers, improving their shopping experience, and encouraging customers to buy locally.
Their business "Food for Thought" was shortlisted for the Final of the student enterprise challenge 2020.
They won the Best Business Pitch - Prize trophy, €250 and €250 for the school.
They also came 3rd overall in the Best Business Idea category - Prize €100
Teachers: Ms. McCormack and Ms. Shalvey.
Congratulations and well done to all.
Their business "Food for Thought" was shortlisted for the Final of the student enterprise challenge 2020.
They won the Best Business Pitch - Prize trophy, €250 and €250 for the school.
They also came 3rd overall in the Best Business Idea category - Prize €100
Teachers: Ms. McCormack and Ms. Shalvey.
Congratulations and well done to all.
Inclusivity Week 2020
SciFest Regional Winners 2020
For the second year in a row we won the Specsavers Making a Difference Award for the project entitled "Food Eco-Rating". Teacher: Ms. Shalvey
For the school Biodiversity photography competition email entries to lmurphy@eurekaschool.ie.
If you wish to enter the ISTA Biodiversity photo competition go to the ISTA website and enter there. www.ista.ie
If you wish to enter the ISTA Biodiversity photo competition go to the ISTA website and enter there. www.ista.ie
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Tráth na gCeist
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Ghlac trí fhoireann ó Eureka páirt sa tráth na gceist Feachtas arís i mbliana. Bhain na daltaí taitneamh as. Múinteoirí: Ms Cunningham & Ms. Igoe.
Comhairle na nOg
Comhairle na nÓg is the youth representative body within Meath County Council. Topics important to young people are identified, voted on, discussed and actions are implemented that have a positive impact.
Siún Smith was elected onto Comhairle na nÓg in TY through the Student Council and was voted in by my fellow members who attended the AGM in Navan in October 2019. They have meetings once a month in Navan and then once every two weeks when they are planning an event. They even held meetings throughout lockdown via Zoom.
Siún feels that this one of the best things she did in TY. She is only one year into a 2-year term and has learned and gained so much, including confidence in her voice and opinions and decision making, how meetings, councils, and committees work, and the different roles within them. She has made many diverse friends whom she has learned so much. She would encourage anyone to consider joining Comhairle na nÓg, especially if they are interested in current social issues and topics.
Siún Smith was elected onto Comhairle na nÓg in TY through the Student Council and was voted in by my fellow members who attended the AGM in Navan in October 2019. They have meetings once a month in Navan and then once every two weeks when they are planning an event. They even held meetings throughout lockdown via Zoom.
Siún feels that this one of the best things she did in TY. She is only one year into a 2-year term and has learned and gained so much, including confidence in her voice and opinions and decision making, how meetings, councils, and committees work, and the different roles within them. She has made many diverse friends whom she has learned so much. She would encourage anyone to consider joining Comhairle na nÓg, especially if they are interested in current social issues and topics.
Eureka win Garda National Youth Award for our 'Never Home Alone' project
Students from Eureka Secondary School are delighted to have won the Garda National Youth Award 2020 for our YSI project 'Never Home Alone'.
Chief Superintendent Fergus Healy presents the Garda National Youth Award to Eureka students Nora Barry and Emma Gorman in the company of Principal Caroline O'Reilly, Lead Teacher Stephen McKee and members of An Garda Siochana.
Chief Superintendent of the Meath Garda Division, Fergus Healy, was on hand at Eureka to present the trophy award to class reps Nora Barry and Emma Gorman. Stephen McKee, the Teacher who oversaw the project said: ‘We are delighted to have won this award for our school. Loneliness is a major issue in Ireland today, especially so during these challenging times, and there are profound physical and mental health problems that are exacerbated by loneliness. Our students wanted to raise awareness of the negative health implications of loneliness. We wanted to engage people who may be lonely or at risk of being lonely, and encourage them to get active, meet people and get support. We also wanted to lobby the Government to allocate specific funding for community initiatives to combat loneliness.'
The 10-week Programme saw students take part in various activities with older people to help connect the generations and address the issue of loneliness and associated mental health problems in the local community. ‘Each week students met with the group of senior citizens and did a range of activities; ranging from us teaching senior citizens how to use the Internet; dancing, Arts n’ Crafts, Music bingo, to the senior citizens teaching us students how to cook!’ Nora Barry, student project manager continued: ‘We would like to sincerely thank the Senior Citizens involved and acknowledge the support of our Principal Caroline O’Reilly, Catherine McGuigan of Age Friendly Ireland; Meath County Council; Sergeant Dean Kerins, members of the Meath Older Persons Council, Shane Carolan of Prosper Meath, Aine Brady of Third Age and all our local Public Representatives. We really enjoyed the project and learned so much from the experience.'
This is the second time that Eureka has won this prestigious award. In 2018 our Transition Year students, under the guidance of Mr. Devine, won it for 'Social Media Through The Generations'.
The 10-week Programme saw students take part in various activities with older people to help connect the generations and address the issue of loneliness and associated mental health problems in the local community. ‘Each week students met with the group of senior citizens and did a range of activities; ranging from us teaching senior citizens how to use the Internet; dancing, Arts n’ Crafts, Music bingo, to the senior citizens teaching us students how to cook!’ Nora Barry, student project manager continued: ‘We would like to sincerely thank the Senior Citizens involved and acknowledge the support of our Principal Caroline O’Reilly, Catherine McGuigan of Age Friendly Ireland; Meath County Council; Sergeant Dean Kerins, members of the Meath Older Persons Council, Shane Carolan of Prosper Meath, Aine Brady of Third Age and all our local Public Representatives. We really enjoyed the project and learned so much from the experience.'
This is the second time that Eureka has won this prestigious award. In 2018 our Transition Year students, under the guidance of Mr. Devine, won it for 'Social Media Through The Generations'.
TY Business Studies
Over the course of the last number of weeks TY students have been engaged in stock market research and investment. The group was tasked with an assignment to create a stock market portfolio and make an investment of €20,000 in four companies of their choice. Congratulations to Aideen Clarke, our prize winner who made the biggest gains on her stock market investments. Teacher: Ms McKenna
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TY Bonding Trip to Tanagh Outdoor Adventure Centre
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Last week our TY students went on a bonding trip to Tanagh Outdoor Adventure Centre. They took part in many team activities, such as; Mud Slides, Canoeing, Low Ropes etc. It was an excellent trip and the students loved their day. Year Head: Mr Dennehy.
"Really enjoyable trip had so much fun with the class" - Siobhain Cahill
"Amazing trip, was really enjoyable" - Muireann Reilly
"I really enjoyed Tanagh and loved all the activities. I had a great trip and thought it was a great team building experience" - Cáit Melady
"Fantastic trip enjoyed by all" - Aisling Davis
"Really enjoyable trip had so much fun with the class" - Siobhain Cahill
"Amazing trip, was really enjoyable" - Muireann Reilly
"I really enjoyed Tanagh and loved all the activities. I had a great trip and thought it was a great team building experience" - Cáit Melady
"Fantastic trip enjoyed by all" - Aisling Davis
World Mental Health Day 10th October
Today is World Mental Health Day, and this year we will focus on Teenage Mental Health, with events being held throughout next week by the Student Council. See photos on Facebook from Second Year Art classes.
World Teacher Day 5th October
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Mercy Day 24th September
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LC Calculated Grades
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A Farewell Assembly to the LC Class 2020
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Thanks to all who participated in the Farewell Assembly to the LC Class of 2020 in making it a memorable event.
Safer Internet Day 2020 - Poster Competition Winners
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Congratulations & well done to all involved in Safer Internet Day. The winners of the SID poster competition were: Perla Healy (1st year), Karolina Lukseviciule (2nd year), Claudia Guerrero (TY). Thanks to the art teachers: Ms Glennon & Ms Kealy who facilitated this. Our SID Ambassadors, Amy O’Mara & Tara O’Reilly, are continuing to give presentations to the Junior Cycle classes. Thanks to Ms Brady for facilitating this. Webwise coordinating teacher: Ms. Mullaghy.
Our Living Garden
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Photos taken of our living garden, located as you enter the building. The garden was built in response to this years theme of "Harmony in Creation". Catholic Schools Week was a great success with students making posters to display around the school. Religion classes were conducted in line with packs of lesson plans for each day. A morning reflection was done by Ms Shelley.
Check out our Facebook page for photos on all the events below!
Inclusion Week
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Monday
Daily Science Facts. Transit of Mercury Poster Competition for 1st Years |
Tuesday
Daily Science Facts. Junior Science Quiz in the Science Demo Room at lunchtime for 2nd Years |
Wednesday
Daily Science Facts. OMg Chemistry in Maynooth University for 5th year students |
Thursday
Daily Science Facts. ISTA Senior Science Quiz in Maynooth University for Leaving Certs |
Friday
Daily Science Facts. Presenting prizes for Poster Competition n Climate Action |
Careers in STEM
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Anti-Bullying Week
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Bullying is H.A.R.D.
Hurtful, Aggressive, Repeated, Deliberate. 
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