Keep up to date with all the latest news happening in school at the moment.

• iPad Winner

  Sun 12 May 2024

  As part of our Big Battery Hunt 2024 initiative, we are currently in receipt of over 14,000 batteries. Circa 9,000 of them have been sourced by P1 pupil Fionn. Fionn’s achievements were relayed to the organisers Duracell and they selected his achievement as a standout, earning him a brand new 10th Generation IPad for his endeavours. 

  Well done Fionn!

  Duracell
  #BigBatteryHunt

  

• Principal’s Award Logan P2

  Sat 11 May 2024

  Logan P2

  Logan shows a tremendous work ethic day in and day out in Sacred Heart P.S. He tries his utmost best in everything that he does. He shows exemplary manners to everyone in our school community. 

  Logan displays excellent determination within his schoolwork and homework. He completes tasks to the best of his ability and produces top quality writing pieces which evidence neat letter formation. 

  Logan loves school life and works with a smile on his face. He is a very enthusiastic learner and is enthused to help in anyway that he can. Logan is also a fluent reader and has made great strides in the Accelerated Reading Programme. 

  He is very knowledgeable and he shows this talent with the amazing facts he tells the class and the very interesting questions he asks! Logan is also a very keen mathematician and can answer mental maths questions quickly through various strategies. 

  Logan thoroughly deserves this award for how hard he has worked this year in P2. Keep it up!

  

• Green Flag Success

  Sat 11 May 2024

  We were delighted to learn during the week that we have secured our Eco Schools’ Green Flag renewal for another two years. This attainment is the result of unstinting work from our Eco School co-ordinator Miss Crozier who along with our Eco Council have been to the fore in the continuation of our Green Flag status.

  Eco-Schools Northern Ireland Official

  

• Pupil of the Week

  Sat 11 May 2024

  The sun shone brightly for our wonderful Pupil of the Week recipients as they received their honours at a wonderful assembly yesterday morning.

  Well done to Grace P1, Róise P2, Caolán P3, Rebecca P4, Catarina P5, Noah P6 and Kasey P7 and keep up the great work!

  

• New Equipment

  Fri 10 May 2024

  The Student Council talked and the powers that be listened! 

  Last month at their round table meeting, the Student Council proposed the idea of the school investing in new playground equipment that could be used at break and lunch times. The existing equipment was becoming out of date and the boys and girls believed that it was time for a change.

  Through convenor Mr McCartan, the approach was made to Mr Fitzsimons and the order was processed. The school are now in possession of a wide range of play equipment that will make break and lunch times all the more fun!

  

• Under the Sea

  Thu 09 May 2024

  P1 have been exploring all things aquatic with their latest World Around Us topic: ‘Under the  Sea.’ On Wednesday, the Mourne Seafood Bar welcomed us to their establishment as the boys and girls got to explore a wide range of marine life. The visit was finished off with a beautiful lunch provided by the restaurant. Thank you Wayne, Chris and co for another wonderful experience!

  Mourne Seafood Bar Dundrum

  

• HIP Psychology Transitions

  Thu 09 May 2024

  P7 took part in HIP Psychology’s online ‘Transitions’ workshop. The main themes explored for our leavers included building friendships, mapping the week, working the clock and exploring new scenarios.

  The engaging and interactive 75 minute workshop equipped students with practical strategies to navigate the move to post primary with confidence.

  Additionally, it addressed concerns and anxieties head on, fostering a positive mindset as our pupils embark on this new chapter.

  HIP Psychology

  

• New School Strip

  Thu 09 May 2024

  Mr Fitzsimons recently attended the East Down Principals’ Conference and at it he struck lucky by winning the Playr-fit competition for a free set of school jerseys.

  The new strip arrived today and our pupils are buzzing to get to wear it at all the upcoming GAA blitzes and tournaments.

  Playr-fit
  Dundrum GAC

  

• POSH Colour Run

  Sun 05 May 2024

  POSH will be holding a Colour Run tomorrow (Friday) at Dundrum GAC's pitch. It will take place at 1pm. This year, we have invited our friends from Knockevin to take part and they will be participating with us too. Young at Heart will be in attendance as well.

  Children can come to school in their PE uniform. A white t-shirt will be required for the Colour Run. Accessories like funky sunglasses and goggles are most welcome too! It will be the usual 2pm finish on the day with After School Club GAA and Transfer Test still on from 2pm to 3pm.

  Entry fees are as follows:

  £5 for 1 child.
  £10 for 2 children or more.
  All fees can be paid for on SchoolMoney. Please do not send any cash into school.

  This promises to be a great school fundraiser and an enjoyable event for all!

  Thanks.

  

• Love for Life

  Sun 05 May 2024

  As part of their programme, Love for Life deliver holistic RSE to young people across the North. Yesterday they visited Sacred Heart P.S. to work with our P6 and P7 pupils.

  P6 partook in ‘Choices and Changes.’ It was an introduction to the physical and emotional changes that children can expect as they go into their teens. It offered support as they explored and developed an understanding about the choices and changes in their lives.

  P7 engaged with ‘What’s Inside?’ This was a comprehensive and interactive workshop, that prepared the class for both the physical and emotional adaptations of teenage life, exploring the changes associated with the transition to post-primary school, as well as recognising the importance of building healthy relationships.