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Wellbeing Plan at Gortnahoe NS
Whole School Wellbeing at Gortnahoe NS
At Gortnahoe NS, we are committed to fostering a positive and supportive environment where every student can thrive. As part of our dedication to mental, emotional, and physical well-being, we have introduced a Whole School Wellbeing Plan that runs throughout the school year. Each month, we focus on a different aspect of well-being, helping students develop healthy habits, mindfulness techniques, and a positive mindset.
Our Whole School Wellbeing Plan includes:
🟢 September – Healthy Habits: Encouraging students to build routines that support their well-being, such as good nutrition, regular exercise, and sufficient sleep.
🟠 October – Meditation: Introducing meditation practices to help students develop focus, reduce stress, and improve emotional regulation.
🟡 November – Affirmations & Growth Mindset: Promoting positive self-talk and a growth mindset to boost confidence and resilience.
🔵 December – Acts of Kindness (Have You Filled Your Bucket?): Encouraging kindness and compassion through small acts that make a big difference.
🟣 January – Yoga: Exploring the benefits of yoga for flexibility, relaxation, and mental clarity.
🟢 February – Mindfulness Colouring: Using creative activities to help students unwind, express themselves, and practice mindfulness.
🟠 March/April – Journaling: Encouraging students to reflect on their thoughts and feelings through journaling, promoting self-awareness and emotional expression.
🟡 May – Mindful Minutes & Breathing Exercises: Teaching simple breathing techniques to help students manage stress and stay present in the moment.
🔵 June – Mindful Outdoor Activities: Taking well-being outside with nature walks, outdoor mindfulness exercises, and time to appreciate the world around us.
At Gortnahoe NS, we believe that well-being is at the heart of a happy and successful school experience. Through these activities, we aim to equip students with lifelong skills to manage stress, build resilience, and cultivate a sense of well-being. We look forward to seeing the positive impact of this initiative across our school community!
Stay tuned for updates and tips on how to get involved! 🌿✨
Amber Flag Committee
The committee organised a festive fun & Christmas Jumper day to raise funds for Pieta House before the Christmas holidays. We raised €480.66 for Pieta House. The Amber Flag Committee is dedicated to promoting positive mental health and well-being in our school. We look forward to the year ahead as our hard-working committee prepare to organise events throughout the year, such as mindfulness activities, well-being week, and fundraising activities.
Inspectorate Report on Supporting the Safe Provision of Schooling in Gortnahoe NS
Cross Country Success
Well done to all the children who took part in the Cross Country last Friday. We had over 60 children running and all of them put in a massive effort and did really well.
A special congratulations to the children who received medals on the day:
Saoirse Gleeson 3rd Class Girls 1st Place
Sienna Rose Cummins 3rd Class Girls 3rd Place
MJ Brophy 4th Class Boys 8th Place
Arlene Flanagan 5th Class Girls 7th Place
Conor O’Gorman 5th Class Boys 3rd Place
Conor Stanley 5th Class Boys 10th Place
Billy Gleeson 6th Class Boys 5th Place
Adam Norton 6th Class Boys 8th Place
4th Class Boys won Team Bronze
(MJ Brophy, Billy Flanagan, Thomas Manton and Andy Kennedy)
6th Class Boys also won Team Bronze
(Billy Gleeson, Adam Norton, Patrick Brophy and Dan Fennelly)
Gortnahoe NS are now enrolling for 2022/2023
Enrolment Application forms for 2022/2023 are now available. Please find the form and accompanying letter with our detailed policy and Annual Admission Notice under the Heading Enrolment. Forms are also available through the school office. If you require any further information please do not hesitate to contact me on 056 8834390 or by email principal@gortnahoens.ie
Welcome to Joan Kehoe, our new SNA at Gortnahoe NS
Some pictures from Halloween and Maths Week at Gortnahoe NS
Third Class testing their bridges for strength.
Third Class learning about tessellations.
5th & 6th Class on their trip to Grange with Jimmy Duggan where they focused on Biodiversity
Our Junior & Senior Infants learning how to play hurling with the help of 5th & 6th class.
Historical Field Trips for 3rd and 4th class to Boulick and Kilcooley Abbey with Historian Jimmy Duggan as part of the Heritage in Schools Programme.
Welcome to our New Junior Infants at Gortnahoe NS
New Chairs at Gortnahoe NS
