We spend 50% more hours in school than Finland. They get 15 mins of recess every hour. They have NO standardized tests except for PISA in HS and they outperform us every time. When we can’t give students more recess, physical activity & Arts then we don’t understand education.
''The cost of Halloween costumes is frightening and scary!''
A social enterprise hosting Halloween costume swaps in Dublin is aiming to help families save funds during the cost-of-living crisis. The Rediscovery Centre exchanges second-hand costumes for used and unwanted ones.
My daughters portrait of me for her leaving cert last year. She won't share it so I will ! What a talent . Twitter give this one a RT if you see what I see
We have made it to the finals of the Irish National Schools Photography Awards @inspa_ie promoting creative wellbeing in our school. Judges will announce overall winners in coming weeks #PositivePrimaries#INSPAsmiles Retweet to spread the good news 😊
Ballymoney NS is a two teacher school in West Cork.
As both classes were separated all year due to Covid, they collaborated on a joint art project to feel connected to each other.
They created this mural of local villages Ballineen & Enniskean out of bottle tops! 👏🏻 @TodayFM
LAST CHANCE TO WIN BEFORE CONFERENCE 2021 🎉
We have another Playm8 'goodie bag' to give away before our conference.
To be in with a chance to win simply follow our page & tag a teacher buddy in a comment/retweet. Winner announced Friday evening!
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‘Once again I’ve had many teachers asking me if they can use my children’s stories to make online videos for their pupils during lockdown. The answer is YES! Please go ahead & use my books in whatever way you want. I am delighted that they will be enjoyed.’ David x
You can make your own Christmas safe, meaningful and memorable for the right reasons. Stay home, stay safe and stay well. Limit contact as much as you can. Mind yourself. Watch out for others. Follow our public health advice. Have a very happy Christmas. @roinnslainte@HSELive
@TodayFM Everyone's feeling a bit low. Here's a bit of lightness for you; we've found a way to have fun with the kids at Halloween! The whole town is getting involved. Fancy spreading the word further for us? @DaveTodayFM @DermotTodayFM #communityspirit#staypositive#staysafe
This is a great idea for all, from @MsLeahySCMJ a teacher in @scoilmhuirescmj Please RT 💚🤍
I'm a local teacher from Scoil Mhuire, and we're trying to spread this idea around Newbridge. It's a safe alternative for trick or treating for our smallies this year. Thanks! 🎃
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Please retweet and share this really excellent service from @ServiceCovid19, providing back to school messages about #COVID19 in over 30 languages for children and parents #holdfirm