Final day of submissions.

Thanks a million to you all for looking at our blog and especially for your very interesting submissions and support in this Fifth and TY project.
We are having our final meetings this week regarding submissions, so if you are visiting our blog for ideas, do try to submit yours a.s.a.p!
Our first draft goes to the Editor and Graphic designer 11th March 2010. Hopefully we will receive your submissions before then.
A.K.B.

A picture paints a thousand words....

Ingrida Sudpyte,of class Rose in Fifth year submitted a black and white drawing on the theme of education for all... a beautiful illustration. Thanks Ingrida.

Clare responds to 'school through the Fields'......

Well done girls on taking on this very interesting project. I look forward to reading the book the 'Optimism of Youth'.
Reading through my fathers contribution I thought I'd share a window into my own rich education, not only received in Askea School, Carlow but also in our home.
At home we were also educated in the Arts, Irish culture and heritage.
Like many of your contributors I grew up in the seventies and as in so many other homes I was sent to elocution, Irish dancing and Piano classes.[Education is not confined to the classroom].
Unfortunately I hadn't my dads talent for producing Music but I learned from him how to appreciate it. I have fond memories of 'music nights' at home where friends and neighbours came together to play instruments, sing and tell stories into the wee small hours of the morning.
My dad taught us the art of musical appreciation, while my mother taught us the value of socialisation,and how to throw a good party with great generosity. The rich traditions associated with education from 1934 to the early 50's particularly Irish language, games and Irish history were encouraged and lovingly fostered in our home. Our parents worked with the teachers throughout our education in fostering a love of learning in whatever area we were interested in. I believe the secret to a good education is home and school working together. we appreciate this as we grow older.

Good luck with your very interesting publication.
Clare Kavanagh.

A delightful poem in Irish from Sadhb Nealon. Dublin

Ar Scoil

Sa seomra ranga
‘Dia duit’, a mhúinteoir
Amach le mo leabhair
Chuir mé iad ar an gcuntar

D’fhoghlaim mé Ceol,
Eolaíocht agus Mata,
Ealaín ansin
Tharraing mé fear le hata

Ag an sos
Nach orm a bhí brón
Rinne mé dearmad
Ar mo lón

Cara deas
A thug brioscaí dom
Brioscaí milse
Yum, yum, yum

Amach ar an gclós
Buachaillí ag imirt peile
Mise ag caint
Le mo chara Bella

Ar ais sa rang
Béarla, Tíreolaíocht, Stair
Dán agus scéal
As an leabhar ‘Bun go Barr’

Is bréa liom an scoil
An sport ‘is an spraoi
Ach an t-am is fearr
Abhaile ag a trí!


Sadhbh Nealon

Anneliese Kenny Age 7

Anneliese Kenny from Co. Meath took time out of her day to write to us and send us her views on her educational experience. She certainly appreciates the opportunities that school offers.
She says............
'School is important because you can play with friends
you learn maths and Art,
it's where you meet people,
you get to know your teacher.
you get new things for your school
School is a place to have fun.
Even if you are a deaf or blind child, you can go to school".

What insight from a seven year old'

Most of our younger contributers are enjoying school life today,though there are always those who don't for a variety of reasons,many of our grandparents and parents tell us they heve experienced fear and use of corporal punishment.Thankfully times have changed and our educational experiences have improved.

From Russia with Love .............

Valentina Barauskayte from Class Hume in Sixth year has sent us a submission regarding her love of primary school days. In short, she loved the fun she had, meeting up with friends and games. She believes from her experience that children are more respected in Russia than Ireland... a very interesting observation Valentina. Thank you.

Busy Behan.

First years in Class Behan have been busy writing up their memories and interviewing members of their families who have a story or two about their experience of primary education and the importance of accessing this important right in life.

Thank you girls for showing such interest.