Third Class 25th-29th May
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Third Class Work 18th-22nd May
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After Easter Home Learning Pack
Dear Parents,
I hope this finds you and your family well at this extraordinary time. I am writing to you with regard to the third term of our school year.
While schools are currently to remain closed up until 19th April it seems very unlikely that schools will be allowed to re-open on Monday 20th April. We are preparing therefore for the very likely continuation of school closures into the third term of the year.
Based on the feedback we received from parents, through the parental survey, we are offering a more structured approach to learning after Easter. In short, each class teacher will be providing a suggested timetable of work, Monday to Friday, which we will be encouraging all children to engage with. Initially the focus after Easter will be on revision however if the school closure continues it will become necessary to move onto new learning content.
Engage as much as you can. Not every family will be in a position to participate in all activities or perhaps have the technology required. As a staff, we understand this and value every family’s decision equally. There is no obligation on families to complete the activities and work we will suggest however we do believe that they will be beneficial to your child for when school re-opens. Everyone's main focus however should be on keeping safe and healthy during this time.
The connection between home and school is very important to us and we hope that our new approach will strengthen that connection and be of support to children and parents.
This pack aims to let you know how I will be interacting with you and your child(ren) in the third term until school re-opens and to give you a chance to get set up before the 20th April.
Things you need to know:
I will be using the following platform to upload lessons:
SeeSaw
I will upload my lessons each week on:
Sunday nights
Here are the teachers that are available to support your child:
Mr. Brennan and Ms. McGrathSuggested Timetable for your child(ren)’s day1.Breakfast & exercise: Before any home learning gets done, it's a good idea to eat your breakfast and get in some movement or exercise.■ Go for a quick walk, do some stretches or any exercise you enjoy.■ Every morning at 9am, Joe Wicks, the Body Coach is doing a live workout for kids on his YouTube Channel
2.Core Subjects:These are English, Gaeilge and Maths. It’s a good idea to start with these each day. In general, don’t spend more than 20-30 minutes on each subject. Please contact me if it is taking longer than this to complete these activities.
NOTE: This session should take no more than 10 minutes per year of the child's age, (i.e. 5 year olds no more than 50 minutes)
3.Break Time: It's important to take a break. Make sure to have a snack and to try and get outside for some fresh air.
4. School On TV: Every day at 11am, RTE2 is showing School on TV.
5.Project/Research Work: I’ll be asking the children to complete different projects/tasks in the coming weeks.
6.Lunch Time: It's important to eat their lunch. They should try and get outside if they can too.
7.Free Time: School work should be completed by now. Children, of course, can continue with projects or research and have some downtime. Please encourage your child to read as often as possible. Ideally, they should read daily but do encourage them as much as possible and do what works best in your home. The content doesn't really matter as long as they are reading at their own level.Assessing WorkI would love to see photographs of the children’s work and projects. Ms. McGrath and I will offer praise and encouraging feedback. I will be asking families for help in some assessments by asking you to check if your child(ren)’s answers are correct, and that appropriate levels of effort are shown for the work being completed at home. I will provide feedback where appropriate.
Accessing Seesaw and Other ResourcesSome of the work will require access to a tablet or laptop. Please use the following steps to access SeeSaw.
Link to SeeSaw download page: https://web.seesaw.me/platforms-parents
Here you can choose to either download the apps or to use SeeSaw on the web.
Follow these steps:
Step 1: I will email you an invitation to connect with me on SeeSaw. You will then have to download the SeeSaw PARENT AND FAMILY APP if you wish to connect with me.
Step 2: Email either me or Ms. McGrath to request your child’s home learning code.
shanebrennan@theheathns.com or cmmcgrath@theheathns.com
Step 3: Download the SeeSaw CLASS APP on your child’s device. Click on “I’m a Student.” Your child will enter the home learning code. This will take them to their folder on SeeSaw.
OR
If your child is using a laptop, visit app.seesaw.me à Click on “I’m a Student.” Enter the home learning code. This will take them to their folder on SeeSaw.
Your child will now be connected with me on SeeSaw. I will post a variety of activities on SeeSaw for them to do once the Easter holidays are over.
Simple explanation of what each app is used for
All school books are available on the publishers’ websites but, where possible, I will include a link or upload a photo of the page in question.
ConsentIt is very important for parents to note that, by accessing the invitation above, you are consenting to your child’s use of the SeeSaw application and the subsequent interactions between home and school staff.
Any other questions?Feel free to contact me or Ms. McGrath regarding teaching and learning through the SeeSaw application and I will get back to you as quickly as I can, but at latest within 24 hours.
If you have any non-teaching/learning concerns please contact office@theheathns.com or you can phone the school secretary Monday to Friday between 10am - 11am on 0861806094.
Is mise le meas,
Mr. Brennan and Ms. McGrath.
Dear Parents,
I hope this finds you and your family well at this extraordinary time. I am writing to you with regard to the third term of our school year.
While schools are currently to remain closed up until 19th April it seems very unlikely that schools will be allowed to re-open on Monday 20th April. We are preparing therefore for the very likely continuation of school closures into the third term of the year.
Based on the feedback we received from parents, through the parental survey, we are offering a more structured approach to learning after Easter. In short, each class teacher will be providing a suggested timetable of work, Monday to Friday, which we will be encouraging all children to engage with. Initially the focus after Easter will be on revision however if the school closure continues it will become necessary to move onto new learning content.
Engage as much as you can. Not every family will be in a position to participate in all activities or perhaps have the technology required. As a staff, we understand this and value every family’s decision equally. There is no obligation on families to complete the activities and work we will suggest however we do believe that they will be beneficial to your child for when school re-opens. Everyone's main focus however should be on keeping safe and healthy during this time.
The connection between home and school is very important to us and we hope that our new approach will strengthen that connection and be of support to children and parents.
This pack aims to let you know how I will be interacting with you and your child(ren) in the third term until school re-opens and to give you a chance to get set up before the 20th April.
Things you need to know:
I will be using the following platform to upload lessons:
SeeSaw
I will upload my lessons each week on:
Sunday nights
Here are the teachers that are available to support your child:
Mr. Brennan and Ms. McGrathSuggested Timetable for your child(ren)’s day1.Breakfast & exercise: Before any home learning gets done, it's a good idea to eat your breakfast and get in some movement or exercise.■ Go for a quick walk, do some stretches or any exercise you enjoy.■ Every morning at 9am, Joe Wicks, the Body Coach is doing a live workout for kids on his YouTube Channel
2.Core Subjects:These are English, Gaeilge and Maths. It’s a good idea to start with these each day. In general, don’t spend more than 20-30 minutes on each subject. Please contact me if it is taking longer than this to complete these activities.
NOTE: This session should take no more than 10 minutes per year of the child's age, (i.e. 5 year olds no more than 50 minutes)
3.Break Time: It's important to take a break. Make sure to have a snack and to try and get outside for some fresh air.
4. School On TV: Every day at 11am, RTE2 is showing School on TV.
5.Project/Research Work: I’ll be asking the children to complete different projects/tasks in the coming weeks.
6.Lunch Time: It's important to eat their lunch. They should try and get outside if they can too.
7.Free Time: School work should be completed by now. Children, of course, can continue with projects or research and have some downtime. Please encourage your child to read as often as possible. Ideally, they should read daily but do encourage them as much as possible and do what works best in your home. The content doesn't really matter as long as they are reading at their own level.Assessing WorkI would love to see photographs of the children’s work and projects. Ms. McGrath and I will offer praise and encouraging feedback. I will be asking families for help in some assessments by asking you to check if your child(ren)’s answers are correct, and that appropriate levels of effort are shown for the work being completed at home. I will provide feedback where appropriate.
Accessing Seesaw and Other ResourcesSome of the work will require access to a tablet or laptop. Please use the following steps to access SeeSaw.
Link to SeeSaw download page: https://web.seesaw.me/platforms-parents
Here you can choose to either download the apps or to use SeeSaw on the web.
Follow these steps:
Step 1: I will email you an invitation to connect with me on SeeSaw. You will then have to download the SeeSaw PARENT AND FAMILY APP if you wish to connect with me.
Step 2: Email either me or Ms. McGrath to request your child’s home learning code.
shanebrennan@theheathns.com or cmmcgrath@theheathns.com
Step 3: Download the SeeSaw CLASS APP on your child’s device. Click on “I’m a Student.” Your child will enter the home learning code. This will take them to their folder on SeeSaw.
OR
If your child is using a laptop, visit app.seesaw.me à Click on “I’m a Student.” Enter the home learning code. This will take them to their folder on SeeSaw.
Your child will now be connected with me on SeeSaw. I will post a variety of activities on SeeSaw for them to do once the Easter holidays are over.
Simple explanation of what each app is used for
- Family App = where you can view your child’s work discreetly and communicate with me privately.
- Class App/Seesaw website (app.seesaw.me) = where your child does their work.
All school books are available on the publishers’ websites but, where possible, I will include a link or upload a photo of the page in question.
ConsentIt is very important for parents to note that, by accessing the invitation above, you are consenting to your child’s use of the SeeSaw application and the subsequent interactions between home and school staff.
Any other questions?Feel free to contact me or Ms. McGrath regarding teaching and learning through the SeeSaw application and I will get back to you as quickly as I can, but at latest within 24 hours.
If you have any non-teaching/learning concerns please contact office@theheathns.com or you can phone the school secretary Monday to Friday between 10am - 11am on 0861806094.
Is mise le meas,
Mr. Brennan and Ms. McGrath.