Sports Clubs and Activities

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Published: Sunday, 21 January 2018 14:08

Dianne Rollins, Donard’s Physiotherapist has gathered a list of sports clubs and activities for people with disabilities. For more information please choose the ‘Resources’ tab at the top of this page and select ‘Resources for parents’ option.

We hope this will be a useful resource for Parents and Carers.

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The Gathering Drum

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Published: Monday, 15 January 2018 00:10

A warm welcome to Joe from ‘Gathering Drum’ who took workshops throughout the day on Wednesday 10th of January. Every pupil in the school had the chance to join in at one of these drum circles. A series of drumming days has been planned for the next 8 Wednesdays – They’re already a big hit with the pupils!

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Scrooge – Donard Style!

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Published: Sunday, 17 December 2017 23:37

Senior school pupils have been practicing together and learning about how much hard work it takes to put on a show. Wednesday’s performance of Scrooge certainly taught us that hard work pays off! We hope you enjoyed watching the show as much as we loved performing in it – Merry Christmas Everyone!

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Newry Housing Executive Christmas Party

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Published: Thursday, 14 December 2017 14:48

Classes 5 and 6 joined other special schools and learning support centres in the area for a party, a show and a visit from the big man himself – Santa!

Thank you to the staff there for fundraising all year so we can have this special treat at Christmas – we look forward to it every year!

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Christmas Jumpers for Christmas Dinner!

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Published: Thursday, 14 December 2017 14:47

A deep layer of snow set the scene for the day on Friday 8th December. Those who made it to school showed off their Christmas Jumpers while enjoying Christmas Dinner. The Mayor, Councellor Gareth Wilson, popped in to wish us all a Merry Christmas.

Thank you to all who donated to ‘Save the Children’ jumper day. More than one hundred pounds was raised for this worthy cause.

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Fire Safety

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Published: Thursday, 14 December 2017 14:45

Fire Safety officers from Banbridge fire station made a visit to school. The pupils learned the importance of having an escape plan in place should an emergency happen. They got to explore the fire engine and all the equipment that the firefighters use. A big thank you to our local officers for helping us stay safe.

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A Visit to Santa’s Cottage

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Published: Thursday, 14 December 2017 14:42

The magic of Christmas came alive when Junior School made a visit to Santa’s Cottage at Hilltown. All the boys and girls had a brilliant day and they all deserve a place on Santa’s good list!

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