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Colaiste Phadraig
Baking Club: There was a wonderful buzz - and an even more wonderful smell - coming from the Home Economics Room last Monday after school, as 15 second-year students gathered for the second session of our newly formed Baking Club.
Under the patient guidance of Ms. Woulfe, our budding bakers put their skills to the test by making classic chocolate chip cookies, while developing essential kitchen skills and learning the importance of teamwork and safety.
Before getting started, students explored the role of each ingredient and discovered why accuracy is so important in baking. Using digital scales, they carefully measured their ingredients and learned helpful tips, including how softened butter makes creaming easier.
Kitchen safety was also a key focus. Ms. Woulfe demonstrated how to use electric mixers safely, check that the whisks were securely attached and handle eggs carefully. Working in teams, students followed the recipe, creamed the butter and sugars, added the remaining ingredients and folded in generous amounts of chocolate chips.
There was fantastic teamwork as everyone took turns mixing, preparing trays and ensuring the cookies were evenly spaced. After approximately 12 minutes in the oven, the cookies emerged with beautifully golden-brown edges, filling the corridor with an irresistible aroma!
Once cooled on wire racks, the cookies passed their all-important taste test with flying colours. The remaining treats were packed into lunchboxes to bring home, and everyone helped wash the equipment and leave the room spotless.
A huge thank you to Ms. Woulfe for giving up her time to run the club. Well done to all our second-year bakers for their enthusiasm, creativity and teamwork. We look forward to seeing what delicious creations they make next!
Soccer: Our 1st yr soccer team defeated Maynooth CC 7-1 last Friday in a friendly match. The game was arranged to put into practice the things the panel worked on in training over the past number of weeks. It was an impressive first outing from the team, with a total of 22 players making their debuts for the school. The game consisted of three 20mins periods in order to allow both managers the time to make wholesale changes during each break. Alex Byrne (2), Josh Kelly, Nathan Donnelly, Cayden Finn, Sonnie Robinson and Alex Farren scored the Lucan goals.
Chemistry: Our 5th and 6th yr Chemistry students enjoyed an exciting educational trip to Technological University Dublin (TU Dublin), Grangegorman, last Friday, participating in a Leaving Certificate Experiment Workshop.
The visit provided a valuable opportunity to bring classroom learning to life through hands-on scientific experiments. Students explored food chemistry and microbiology, investigated pharmaceutical science and examined aspects of air and water quality.
Throughout the workshop, students developed essential practical skills, including accurate measurement, careful observation, following experimental procedures and analysing results. The activities demonstrated how scientific principles are applied in everyday life, from food safety and medicine to environmental protection.
The visit also offered students an insight into university life and the opportunities available through further study. For our senior cycle students, it was an excellent chance to strengthen their scientific knowledge and build confidence in their practical abilities.
Wellbeing: Our school community came together last week for a fantastic Wellbeing Week, celebrating the importance of mental health, resilience, inclusion and positive relationships. Students across all year groups participated enthusiastically in workshops and activities designed to support their wellbeing and personal growth.
The week began with 6th yr students taking part in a Study Skills and Resilience Workshop facilitated by The Super Generation Company. Students explored effective study techniques, time management and practical strategies for managing exam stress.
Tuesday saw our 1st yr students enjoy a special Welcome Breakfast in the canteen, providing a relaxed opportunity to connect with classmates and staff. The event reflected our school's inclusive ethos, with halal food catered for as part of the morning's arrangements. Meanwhile, second-year students participated in an interactive Digital Wellbeing and Resilience workshop delivered by The Digiwise Company. The third year students attended their workshop in Thursday, exploring healthy screen habits, social media pressures and online safety.
On Friday, 5th yrs benefited from a valuable workshop on Emotional Resilience, Wellbeing and Stress Management. Physical activity also featured, with students enjoying exercise in the school gym and soccer as Gaeilge in the Sports Hall.
Throughout the week, Ms. Farrell's Wellbeing Club offered lunchtime mindfulness and meditation, while positive intercom messages and our vibrant Wellbeing Board encouraged everyone to pause and reflect. Students also submitted artwork for a special wellbeing competition, with two winners to be announced shortly.
A heartfelt thank you to Ms. Farrell and Mr. Keane, who organised all the week’s activities, as well as facilitators and students for making the week such a success.
Football: Our 2nd yr football team defeated Coláiste Chairain, Leixlip 1-16 to 1-12 in the Dublin League on Tuesday to secure top spot in their group. They have now secured qualification to the knock-out stage of the competition. Eoghan Ware continued his excellent form by scoring 0-8, while Liam Whelan (1-05) and Rhys Reilly (0-3) also got key scores.
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1st year History Trip: Class Primrose along with their history teacher Ms Gallagher and tutor Ms Mc Geever, had an enjoyable and informative history trip to the National History Museum on Kildare Street last Friday. Students worked on filling in their worksheets that related to the many artefacts located there. They viewed many objects dating back to the Mesolithic and Neolithic Stone Ages right through to Early Christian Ireland, covering many topics on their Junior Cycle course. Who knows, maybe they will become Ireland's historians or archaeologist of the future!
TY Trip to Lullymore Bog: Our TY students enjoyed a fantastic day out at Lullymore Heritage and Discovery Park, where they explored the bogland and learned more about Ireland's natural environment. It was a great opportunity to get outdoors, learn something new and enjoy the experience together!
Bi Cinealta Week: We had a fantastic week for Bi Cinealta Week in Lucan CC! Bi Cinealta is all about going that extra mile to show kindness to others, whether it’s holding a door open, waiting for someone, offering a compliment or simply taking the time to check in on someone. In a world where social media and phones play such a huge part in our everyday lives, small acts of kindness can make a real difference. A little kindness goes a long way, and we all have a part to play in making our school a happier, more welcoming place for everyone.
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