Each year we strengthen our links with Holy Cross and this year has been no exception.  Our Primary 7 pupils have been involved in various transition events throughout the year, such as the team building day, maths challenge and various teacher visits.  We also pass on more formal information to ensure that staff at Holy Cross know our children’s strengths when they begin in first year.  Our children were involved in what is considered to be the most important transition event, the P7 induction days, this week.  They had a great time getting to know pupils from other schools in our learning community and being involved in various lessons such as drama, P.E., English, Maths and many more.  It was great to see their photographs on the Holy Cross Twitter page and even better to see their smiles as they participated in the lessons, leaving us in no doubt that they are well and truly ready for their transition to high school.

Our Primary 7 pupils also took part in a Primary 7 retreat this week at Holy Family church in Mossend.  The retreat was organised to allow the pupils to reflect upon the journey that they have made since Primary 1 and to consider what the future holds for them.  The day was a very peaceful and reflective one and once again staff from Holy Family commented on the impeccable manners and behaviour of our children.

This week was Financial Education week.  Our pupils were involved in lots of different online and practical activities making them more aware of the value of money, interest rates, money calculations, savings and profit and loss.

Our yearly Scholastic Book Fayre was once again a success.  We really appreciate the support from parents with this venture as each class benefits from the profits of the book fayre.  Last year, every stage was able to choose a class set of books from which they created a book study to develop their reading and comprehension skills.  A huge thank you to Mrs Gilgunn for organising the book fayre and to our faithful parent helpers.

Our Parent Council organised a very busy and successful ‘Sausage Sunday’ after 10am and 11.130am mass this morning.  The morning was well supported by lots of parent helpers and families who were able to chat with friends and have a tasty roll after attending morning mass.

I look forward to seeing you all at our Summer Show this week!

Mrs Elaine Fitzpatrick