We had an early start to ensure an action packed day. Arriving in Delphi we were struck by the beautiful scenery and landscape around us. We talked about the effect the Ice age had on this landscape and this brought what we had learned in class to life!
At the outset we agreed in school on these activities

1. Kayaking

2. Climbing and Abseiling

3. Orienteering / Cooperative games / Team Tasks

Our morning saw us as one group Kayaking and this was most enjoyable. As the pictures illustrate we were very comfortable in the water and received many compliments from our instructors for the ease with which we learned and took their directions on board. They were delighted that we made such progress in a short time.

After a short lunch break the groups were divided for the remaining activities swapping after ninety minutes. Climbing and abseiling tested each of the students particularly those who had difficulties with heights, however it was amazing to see how each of these students overcame these fears making it to the top and down again.

The orienteering section of our day brought us deep into the forests of Delphi. Map reading skills were tested as the children engaged in games such as “sniper” and team building exercises, while navigating their way through the woods in search of targets.

This led us to the outstanding beauty of the Owenagloch river valley, under the shadow of Mweelrea and the Sheefry Hills.

Again, the children were praised for their enthusiasm and co-operation with each other in all exercises. A most enjoyable was had by all!

On Monday of last week 2nd-4th had a very exciting school tour when they visited the Arigna Mining Experience and Boda Borg at Lough Key Forest Park. Please find a report from Sarah and Cacper of Fourth Class outlining the exciting events of the day !

17/6/14 2nd/3rd/4th Class School Tour

On Monday 16th June 2014 2nd, 3rd and 4th class went on their school tour. We left school at 9:30 a.m. to visit the Arigna Mines and Boda Borg.Our first stop was the Arigna Mines. We arrived at 10:30.
When entering the mines a nice lady gave each of us a hair net and a helmet for health and safety reasons. We were introduced then to Jim our tour guide who worked in the mines for many years.
He had many great experiences to tell us about and lots of interesting information about the mines. He showed us all the parts of the mines and he told us lots of interesting facts. We really enjoyed this part of our tour.

After Arigna Mines we went to Boda Borg arriving at 1:15. Firstly we had a little time to ourselves to play outside for a while, as the school before us had been delayed. When entering the building we watched a short video explaining what to do when we got into the different mazes which they called quests. We were divided into groups of 3 – 5 people. After the video and introduction we were given further details of what to do in the quests. When we got inside we discovered that the quests were not easy, but from great learning experiences here in St. Attracta’s we found when we focussed could finish these quests easily ! We left for home at 5:15p.m.We all had a great time, and cannot wait for next years school tour already.

Thanks to our Teachers, Principal and the Parents committee for booking our tour and lowering the cost.

We would highly recommend this tour as we had a great time !

Leanne has worked incredibly hard over the past year on her skills and fitness, consistently showing a fantastic attitude to working hard with and for her teammates.

Leanne recently played a starring midfield role on our school teams success at the Mayo Cumann na mBunscol Finals and has been an excellent role model for our younger students.

We are very proud of Leanne’s achievements and wish her every success with this very special assignment!

Finally, best wishes also to our past pupil Carrie Loftus who along with Leanne is an important and talented member of the U-14 squad.

Go n-éirí an t-adh libh !