Scratch Programming

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The children have been busy creating computer games using Scratch programming. Scratch is an excellent, engaging and fun environment for children to learn some fairly advanced mathematical concepts and the basics of computer science too. Scratch is deceptively simple with its palette of brightly coloured blocks but children can do amazing things when they combine the blocks in interesting ways. As children progress they are able to use Scratch in more and more advanced ways. Scratch programming allows children to use computers to express their creative ideas and solve practical problems and empowers children to be digital makers not just digital users.

 

Halloween Treats

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We welcomed ghosts, ghouls, witches, monsters, zombies and many other strange creatures to Togher N.S. for our Halloween Party. A huge thank you to all those that helped the children with their wonderful creative costumes.The children enjoyed some wonderful Halloween treats, played Halloween games and danced to Halloween music. Many thanks to Viktoriya (Teja’s mum) for the delicious, spooky bakes.

Pumpkin Soup

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This morning the children in the Senior Room were busy preparing and chopping vegetables as we got ready for the Halloween feast. The sound of chopping was soon replaced by the wonderful smell of brown bread and pumpkin soup.

Togher’s got Talent

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The children really look forward to Togher’s Got Talent as it is one of the best days of the school year. The children treated us to some wonderful singing, gymnastics, drama, magic, instrument playing, script writing, film editing and voice over acting as part of  this year’s Togher’s Got Talent. This annual event is a fun, engaging way for the children to show off something they are good at, practice performing, stand in front of an audience (or send a video) and receive positive feedback for their efforts. Congratulations to all the children that took part.

West Cork Rapid Response

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We were delighted to welcome the West Cork Rapid Response to Togher N.S. The Rapid Response Team explained that it is a voluntary ambulance for the West Cork area. They asked that all the children memorise their home’s Eircode in case of emergency. The children then got to explore the ambulance and it’s equipment. Thank you to the West Cork Rapid Response team for the wonderful informative visit.

The Glucksman Art Library

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The Glucksman Art Library has created a collection of artworks that help people think about important topics in today’s world. These amazing pieces of art are shared with schools, community centers, and hospitals all over the country. Along with showing the art in these places, the Glucksman also offers fun online activities and learning tools to help people connect with art and come up with their own ideas.

We are very excited to have a beautiful, original artwork, Creativity and Play by the artist and author, Niamh Sharkey on display in our school!

Children have the right to relax, play, and take part in cultural and artistic activities. It’s important to recognize and celebrate this right, not only because it helps children grow but because it’s important on its own.

Art and creativity help children understand the world, develop empathy, and appreciate differences. It also helps them participate in society and get ready for adulthood. This artwork celebrates every child’s right to express themselves and use their imagination to explore and create new worlds.

Maths Week

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The children really enjoyed fun Maths activities during Maths Week. During the week the children participated in collaborative games, ICT and lots of other fun ways to learn Maths.

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