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Online Anti Cyberbullying / Internet Safety Workshops and Parent Talk with Ger Brick
Dear Parent/s, Our guest speaker Ger Brick has delivered a two hour Anti-Cyberbullying / Internet Safety Workshop to pupils in Crehana N.S on May...
Crehana N.S. Wins Lismore Story Festival Bookbag Competition 2021 !
Crehana N.S. has won the bookbag project this year as part of the Towers and Tales Lismore story festival...
Winner of the Carrick-On-Suir Library Book Review Competition – John Walsh, Crehana N.S.
Well done John...
Slapped Cheek
Dear Parents please click on the following link to read this letter -slapped...
Crehana N.S. pays tribute to former teaching colleague Mrs. Ann Maher
As we opened our doors this Monday morning we were greeted with the sad news that our neighbour and former teaching colleague Mrs. Ann Maher had...
Letter to Primary Principals re Phased reopening of Schools
Please click on the following link to read the letter to primary principals re the phased reopening of schools –Letter to Primary Principals...
Seachtain na Gaeilge 2021- Mrs. Cunningham
Tá Seachtain na Gaeilge 2021 buaillte linn! ...
School Uniform
Dear Parents, Following on from correspondence re Our School Uniform I would like you to note the following. There was a misunderstanding with our...
Letter from Bishop Alphonsus re Sacraments
Please click on the link below to read the Bishops letter -Letter from Bishop...
Lenten Reflections from Diocesan Advisor, Antoinette Dilworth
On this beautiful spring Friday I hope you are all well. As the first week of Lent draws to a close may we be uplifted by the Good News of God’s...
Letter to Parents & Guardians from Dr Ronan Glynn, Deputy Chief Medical Officer
Please click on the link below to read the letter -Letter from DCMO to Parents &...
Waterford & County Libraries St Patricks Day Short Story Competition
Comórtas Scéalíochta Lá Fhéile Pádraig – St. Patrick’s Day Short Story Competition This year we are preparing to celebrate a very different St....
Crehana N.S. Response Plan
Crehana N.S. Response Plan COVID-19 is a new illness that can affect the lungs and airways and is caused by a new virus called the...
Return To School March 1st
Please read the following letter re School Reopening from our school principal Mrs. Eithne Sheehan, on behalf of the B.O.M. of Crehana N.S. ...
Return to school supports and advice
There is a wide range of materials available for schools to support the communication with parents and students and re-inforce public health...
Return to Educational Facility Parent Declaration Form (Junior Infants-3rd Class)
Dear Parents, The declaration form attached below must be signed and returned to Crehana N.S. by Friday the 26th of February before12 midday. This...
Carrick-On-Suir Library Book Review Competition- closing date March 5th
I am writing to you to let you know that we are celebrating National Squeeze in a Read on February 25th by running a Children’s Book Review...
Déise Óg Resources and Competition
To all, Thanks for the feedback from the first lot of resources we sent out earlier in week good to see them being used in schools and clubs. Below...
Ireland Reads- February 25th
Ireland Reads is a new campaign from Irish libraries, Children’s Books Ireland, NALA, booksellers, publishers and others to get the whole country...
Message from Antoinette Dilworth, Diocesan Advisor
Here is a simple reflection on Lent and a Ash Wednesday Ritual that could be done in the home. It may be of some help to you at home for this coming...
Safer Internet Day Presentation and Competition
Every year, on the second Tuesday of the second month, we mark Safer Internet Day. The internet is a wonderful resource but there are also...
Déise Óg resources for Schools, Pupils & Teachers
Déise Óg resources for Schools, Pupils & Teachers To all, In light of the current challenging times and the fact that schools are closed Déise...
Jack & Jill Charity -Art Competition
This is a lovely art competition in aid of Jack & Jill charity. Really nice prompt for a drawing. Open to all primary school children and is...
Message from Mrs. Eithne Sheehan Principal to all Parents re Uniform
Dear Parents, It has been brought to our attention that there is a problem with current uniform supply. Outfield Sports supplies our official...
Crehana N.S. pays tribute to our dear friend Catherine O’Shea
Crehana N.S. pays tribute to our friend and colleague Catherine O’Shea today as the flag flies at half mast and a candle is lit in her memory...
Message from Mrs. Eithne Sheehan, Principal to Crehana N.S. school community
It was with sadness and dismay we learnt this weekend that our valued friend and colleague Catherine O’ Shea died suddenly. She was an invaluable...
Sport Ireland-Keep Well Programme for children with autism and their parents/guardians/carers:
The Keep Well campaign is encouraging people to mind their physical and mental health and wellbeing by adding healthy habits to their routines. As...
Harry Potter Online Workshop 4th February
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Message from Antoinette Dilworth,Diocesan Advisor re St. Brigid’s Day
As January draws to a close and as we usher in St Brigid’s day, we may feel more hopeful as the long dark nights begin to move behind us. I am...
Letter from Mrs. Eithne Sheehan to all Parents
Dear Parents, On behalf of the staff and BOM of our school I would like to congratulate everyone on their hard work and co-operation...
Jolly Phonics- Free access to e readers
We are delighted to announce that our Jolly Phonics decodable e-readers are now available to download for FREE on Apple and Android...
Webinar: Juggling Home and School- Support for Primary Parents
‘Juggling Home and School: Support for Primary Parents’ on Thursday, 4th February 2021 at 7 p.m. This webinar will offer practical advice to...
Homeschooling Activities Photos 2021
Here are photos of homeschooling activities including baking, games, art, P.E. and more. Keep sending in your photos to the school through...
Free -Fun and inclusive Gymnastics for all
This is open to kids and families everywhere in any county 🤸🏼♀️ Fun Inclusive Gymnastics for All – Incentive to MOVE, INCLUSIVE to all,...
letter from Bishop Cullinan re Mass for Catholic Schools Week
A letter from Bishop cullinan re Mass this coming Thursday for Catholic Schools Week at 12 midday Please click this link to read the Bishops...
A message from Sr. Antoinette Dilworth, Diocesan Advisor
As we enter into Catholic Schools Week, we are invited to reflect on the importance of faith and resilience in our lives. Catholic Schools...
Whole School Challenges
Happy New Year everyone. We have two challenges for you to try for the month of January ! The first is a positivity challenge and the second is a...
New Year Message from Bishop Phonsie to School Communities
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Letter to Parents
Dear Parents, Little did we think following all our hard work to open from September to December we would once again be faced with a lockdown...
5th & 6th Class Fundraiser for St Vincent de Paul
Over the past month, our 5th and 6th classes have focused on the real meaning of Christmas by organizing a sponsored walk/ run in the school grounds...
Christmas 2020 in Crehana N.S.
Happy Christmas to all the pupils, staff, parents and board of management in Crehana N.S. We hope you enjoy our Christmas 2020...
Crehana N.S. First Holy Communion 12th September 2020
Crehana N.S. First Holy Communion Day was celebrated on the12th of September 2020. If you would like to send in photos of this special day click on...
Crehana N.S. Sponsored Virtual 5km Walk
Some photos from Crehana N.S. Sponsored 5km walk 23rd/ 24th/ 25th October 2020. If you would like to send your photos of your sponsored walk in to...
Halloween 2020
Happy Halloween from all in Crehana N.S.!!! ...
Procedures in place to deal with a Covid 19 case
Dear Parents and Staff Re: If we have a confirmed case of COVID-19 in the school We do not have any confirmed positive cases of Covid-19 in the...
Crehana N.S. Celebrates Past Pupil Sam Bennetts Win in the Tour De France
The town of Carrick-on-Suir and its environs are buzzing today following Sam Bennett’s victory in the race for the Tour de France green...
Best of Luck to Our Former Students : Lee Grace & Sam Bennett
It’s a big weekend for two past pupils of Crehana N.S. Lee Grace playing for Shamrock Rovers is in European action this weekend against...
Isolation Quick Guide & Covid-19 Advice for Parents
Isolation quick guide -applying to those aged greater than 3 months and up to 13th birthday. COVID-19 symptoms: Fever more than...
Crehana N.S. Scoilnet Star Site Award
Scoilnet’s much-coveted Star Site award recognises those schools that are embracing the web as a communication tool. Crehana N.S....
Good Luck Sam Bennett From all at Crehana N.S.
The staff , BoM and pupils would like to wish Sam Bennett, a former pupil of Crehana N.S. the best of luck in the Tour de France 2020. This banner...
Department of Education School Re-opening Information Letter
Please click on the following link to open a PDF of this letter -click...
Photos of Crehana N.S. August 2020
The BoM and school staff are looking forward to welcoming all our pupils and parents/ guardians back to school for the 2020-2021 school year on...
Letter to Parent/ Guardian re Re-opening of Crehana N.S.
Dear Parent / Guardian, The BoM and School Staff are looking forward to welcoming all our pupils and parents / guardians back to school for...
Back to school advice for Junior Infants to 6th class
Below are videos the Department of Education & Skills have created with some back to school advice for parents and children attending...
Letter to Parent/Guardian, Staff Member re Re-opening our school
Dear Parent / Guardian, Staff Member, RE: Drop-off and Collection Routines The BoM and the School Leadership Team have been working to ensure a safe...
Crehana N.S. Response Plan for Re-opening our school
Please click on the following link to read Crehana N.S. Response Plan for Re-opening our school. -click here to read the Response Plan for...
Re-opening of Crehana N.S.
Dear Parent / Guardian, Staff Member, RE: Re-opening of Crehana N.S. I hope you and your families are keeping well. As you are aware, our school has...
COVID-19 Response Plan for the safe and sustainable reopening of Primary and Special Schools
This is the response plan for the reopening of primary schools as per Department of Education guidelines. Please -click here to read the...
Letter to parents from the Minister for Education
A letter to parents about full school reopening from the Minister for Education, Norma Foley -click here for letter to parents -click here for...
Creative Schools- Creative Writing Workshop
This week on CSTV, children’s author Olivia Hope has a fun spoken word activity to celebrate best friends and the beginning of the summer...
Creative Schools – Drumming Workshop
Join drummer Brian Fleming for some rhythmic fun in this week’s episode of CSTV. In this video, Brian will teach you how to play the bodhrán...
6th class Graduation, 2020 photos
Crehana N.S. 6th class Graduation Day Friday 26th June...
6th Class 2020, Graduation Day!
CONGRATULATIONS ! You made it ! Today is your graduation day ! It’s been 8 years since you first waddled...
Message from Bishop Cullinan re Sacraments 2020
A message from Most Reverand Alphonsus Cullinan, Bishop of Waterford and Lismore re Sacraments for 2020 which have been postponed due to Covid19....
Online Safety Advice For Parents
These uncertain times have led to an understandable disruption to family life, with parents and children spending more time than usual at home, and...
Zoom Webinar for parents and pupils in 6th class
Free zoom webinar Wednesday 10th June at 7 pm – Supporting parents and pupils in 6th class as they prepare for the adventure of post-primary...
World Ocean Day 8th June 2020
Irish Ocean Literacy Network Members all over our island are coming together to celebrate World Oceans Day 2020. With events ranging from children’s...
Water Safety Ireland Competiton – Become a PAWS Hero
Water Safety Ireland are running a colouring competition to celebrate all of our new PAWS Heros. Enter the competition to be in with a...
R.T.E. Callout for Talented children aged 5-11 years
Fiona here from Adare Productions, we are casting for Donncha’s Two Talented and are putting a call out for Ireland’s most talented youngsters in...
J.K. Rowling releases a new childrens book online
J.K. Rowling is publishing a new children’s book online. The “Harry Potter” author released the first two chapters of “The Ickabog” on a new website...
Message from Waterford Lismore Diocesan Advisor- Antoinette Dilworth
Hard to believe the month of May is drawing to a close and the feast of Pentecost is this coming Sunday. I am forwarding you a reflection on...
Creative Schools Site -Weekly Lesson
The Creative Schools site are doing a weekly lesson on various creative areas. There is a different artist or creative practitioner doing each...
Harry Potter At Home
On the Harry Potter website they have a section Harry Potter at Home, where they have put up lots of activities for Harry Potter fans to keep them...
Pairic Clerkin, IPPN CEO, Message to Parents, May 14th
-click here for Irish Primary Principals Network (IPPN) Message to Parents from CEO Pairic Clerkin. ...
National Drawing Day Saturday May 16 2020
Saturday 16th May Tomorrow on Saturday 16th May the National Gallery of Ireland for National Drawing Day are encouraging people to get drawing with...
Message from Waterford Lismore Diocesan Advisor Antoinette Dilworth
A message from Antoinette Dilsworth, Waterford Lismore Diocesan Advisor – With so much uncertainty in regards to schools and sacraments etc, ...
Mrs. Fortunes Message To The First Holy Communion Class
Sunday 10th May Today 2nd class in Crehana N.S were due to make their First Holy Communion. This would have been a very special celebration for the...
Crehana N.S. Learning From Home Survey Results
Please click below for the results of the Crehana N.S. Learning From Home Survey -click here for Crehana N.S. Learning from Home Survey Questionaire...
Mrs. Fosters Padlet of Educational Sites and Resources
Please click below for a Padlet of Educational Resources and Sites.A Padlet is an application to create an online bulletin board that can be used to...
My Dress Bridal Wear Colouring Competition Winners
My Dress Bridal Wear, Carrick-On-Suir Colouring Competition Winners were all Crehana N.S. children. They received their prizes in the post. Click...
Towers and Tales Online
The Lismore Towers and Tales Story Festival cannot take place this year but is available online. Towers and Tales is a celebration of contemporary...
St. Mollerans Church Message of Hope
St.Mollerans Church beautiful message to the people of Carrick-On-Suir and surrounding areas as a cross and the word “Hope ”...
Letter to Parents
Dear Parents and Children, A Big “Hello!” to everyone. I hope you are all keeping well and look forward to the day when...
Crehana N.S. : Learning From Home Survey
Please complete the Crehana NS: Learning From Home Survey by clicking the link below. This survey should be completed by Wednesday 29th April. There...
Supertroopers
Super Troopers STay at Home Live Series This month in homes all across Ireland, families are being invited to take part in the Super Troopers STay...
Virtual Voices Youth Choir
Welcome to VIRTUAL VOICES, recently set up by Musical Director Shane Farrell in March 2020. Shane will hold singing rehearsals every few days online...
Statement re First Holy Communions and Confirmations 2020 from Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan
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Messages of hope from Bishop Alphonsus Cullinan
Every day the Most Reverend Alphonsus Cullinan Bishop of Waterford and Lismore puts out a “Message of hope” on utube which can be...
Sean Corcorans tribute to healthcare heroes!
Irish Artist sketches giant tribute to healthcare heroes on a deserted beach. Using a Co Waterford beach as ‘a giant etch-a-sketch’,...
IPPN Message to parents March 2020
Irish Primary Principals Network (IPPN) Message to Parents from CEO Pairic...
National Educational Psychological Service (NEPS) Resources
These resources have been developed by the DES National Educational Psychological Service (NEPS) to supportchildren/young people as well as parents ...
R.T.E. School Hub
R.T.E. school hub begins Monday 30th March at 11am. #RTEHomeSchool launches this Monday! A daily, scheduled virtual classroom for all primary school...
Aladdin Connect
Dear Parent/Guardian, Our school is delighted to announce that we will shortly roll out the Aladdin Schools Connect to parents/guardians of children...
Daily Challenges Photos
Here are some photos of Our Daily Challenges. Well done everyone and keep sending your photos to the school. Great work...
Mrs Fortunes Class Project
INSTRUCTIONS FOR NATIVE AMERICANS PROJECT- MRS. FORTUNES 2nd & 3rd CLASSES People lived in the United States long before the arrival of...
Minister of education press conference 11 am Thursday 19th March
The minister of education and skills Joe McHugh T.D. will hold a press conference today Thursday 19th March at 11 am with an update in relation to...
Educational Websites and Apps
Here are a list of useful educational websites and apps for iPhone/ iPad and android devices that can be used at home. They include English,...
Drumming February 2020
Ms. Fahey’s class represented Crehana N.S. drumming as part of a fundraiser for the school outside the credit union in Carrick on Suir on...
Chess February 2020
The children from Mrs. Fortunes class attended a one day regional chess competitive tournament in February 2020. This tournament was held by...
Creative Schools Harpist Workshop 2019
Mrs. Bailey organised for Crehana N.S. to participate in the Creative schools initiative in 2019 led by the Art Council of Ireland. The children...