The Framework for Junior Cycle 2015 provides for a new area of learning at Junior Cycle called Wellbeing.
Wellbeing in Junior Cycle
The Framework for Junior Cycle 2015 provides for a new area of learning at Junior Cycle called Wellbeing. This area of learning will cross the three years of Junior Cycle and build on substantial work already taking place in schools in support of students’ wellbeing. It will provide learning opportunities that enhance the physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing of students and will enable students to build life skills and develop a strong sense of connectedness to the school and to their community. This area of learning will make the school’s commitment to wellbeing visible to students.
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Our Transition Year (TY) students hosted a successful coffee morning in the school hall to raise funds for Our Lady's Hospice & Care Services in Harold's Cross. Year groups visited the hall in turn for tea, coffee, and treats. Thanks to Ms. Maxwell, Ms. Talbot, Ms. McGill and all our TY students.
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On Wednesday, the 23rd of September, a group of us TY students had the opportunity to welcome Irish writer Elaine Garvey to our school, where we took part in a two-hour workshop with her. On Friday the 25th of September, we embarked on our weekly trip which brought us northside, to Glasnevin Cemetery, so write Ianis, Vihaan and Matthew B (TY Weekly editors).
Some of our Chinese students celebrated the Mooncake Festival this morning with traditional treats, and stories about the holiday. The round shape of the mooncakes mirrors the bright harvest moon, symbolizing family togetherness and completeness.
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