Can Paperclips Float? Why?

2nd class discovered a fascinating fact about water when conducting experiments to test if a paperclip can float by itself. Crazy? After all, it should sink as it is heavier than water!

However, equipped only with the statement that paperclips can float, the children set about testing this hypothesis. They succeeded in doing so and learned that water has a skin (surface tension), which enables paperclips to float. Science is so cool!

Olympian School Visit, 13.3.24

Ms Rochford’s and Ms Kinsella’s 2nd classes entered a competition to have a school visit from an Olympian. I am delighted to say we were successful! A very well done to the children!

The Olympian sprinter, Marcus Lawler, will visit the school on 13th March next. He will spend two hours at the school which will encompass a whole school assembly. This will be followed by a presentation, Q&As, activities and demonstrations, initially with all 2nd classes and then with 5th and 6th classes.  Click on the links below to find out more about Marcus Lawler.

IUAA Men’s 200m

Irish University Athletics 2019

Christmas Door Winners

Congratulations to 2nd class on winning the Christmas door competition in the middle classes category. Our theme was Santa’s workshop. The children drew their own elves and Santa too! Take a peek at the amazing detail of their drawings.

Celebrating our win with hot chocolate and treats.
Our Christmas door has turned into cards! Don’t they look good too!
… and LOOK who came to visit!