Junior Cert results
End module Assignments (email summaries)
Activities Week 1
Hospice Coffee Morning
4.5 First Aiders
1st Year Mentors
Barista Training
Junior Cert Results
1pm, 9th October
Assembly Hall
Junior Cert results will be distributed to all TYs in the Assembly Hall this Wednesday at 1pm*
Activities start and finish times have been amended to facilitate this and activities will run as scheduled on Thursday.
It is not compulsory to attend this event - you can arrange. aseperate time to pick up the hard copy of results at a more suitable time.
Just to note that we have a small trip planned for the following week to Footee footgolf in Tallaght to say well done to everyone on the 18th October.
End module Assignments (email summaries)
A reminder to parents that you have received an invitation to sign up for email summaries regarding end-of-module assignments. Thanks to all who have accepted.
These summaries will provide you with updates into key areas of focus for each module. You will be able to check individual results with your son via their (4.1 - 4.6) Google Classroom.
If you have yet to accept the invitation: To sign up, follow these simple steps:
Look for an email invitation from us in the next few days.
Click on the link provided in the email.
Complete the short form to confirm your email preferences.
Activity Week 4
Oct 7th - 11th
4.1 Work Placement
4.2 Bike Skills & Maintenance
4.3 Cookery
4.4 Law
4.5 Work Placement
4.6 Boxing & Self Defence
Please note that attendance will be monitored daily by the activity facilitators. Late arrivals may result in being marked absent, with text alerts sent accordingly.
Punctuality is essential to ensure the smooth running of this week’s activities.
Additionally, please be aware that attendance and punctuality may be considered as part of the selection criteria for international trips.
Groups 4.1 & 4.5 Work Placement
Preparing for your placement
Contact your employer to confirm the details of your placement.
Find out answers to the following questions:
where should you go on your first day, for example reception or a particular entrance?
what time should you arrive?
what time will you finish work?
who should you ask for when you get there?
what are you expected to wear?
do you need any special equipment?
what sorts of things will you be doing?
do they expect you to have any particular skills?
will you be able to go out to buy lunch or do you need to bring a packed lunch?
Don’t forget to tell them if you have any health problems which may affect your work experience, for instance if you have any allergies or asthma.
Make sure you keep your notes of the phone call in a safe place.
Dress code
Many employers will say “smart casual” but what does that really mean?
You should wear dark trousers (not jeans), smart shirt (plain is best) and smart shoes (no runners).
If you are going to a placement that involves manual activity then jeans may be fine. Remember to have layers and a waterproof jacket in case the weather turns bad.
During Your placement
To make the most out of your placement, see the tips below:
have a list of questions for your employer
remember that you are there on placement, you won’t be running the company
talk to your supervisor about what your interests are and what you want to achieve
find out about employees’ jobs, how they got them and ask for advice
keep a note of any work you do and skills and strengths you’ve used
keep a diary of what you do each day
offer to help out as much as possible
ask for feedback when you’ve finished and if you can have a reference
keep a note of any computer packages you use
if you enjoy the placement find out about their future recruitment plans
talk to your parent(s) / guardian about what you have learned each day
Say thank you!
Work placements can be difficult to find as employers have competing demands for their time.
Be grateful for any work experience you can secure. Be sure to say thanks to your employer and your co workers throughout the week.
It is very important that those on Worl Placements ask their employers directly to fill in this feedback form so make sure to we get the best feedback on your experience:
Group 4.2 Bike Skills & Maintenance
FIRST DAY:
Meet at Bike Hub 10:30 Monday - beside the RNLI, Queen's Rd, Dún Laoghaire, Dun Laoghaire, Co. Dublin
Workshop Venue for the remainder of the week: St John of God, Cintra (https://goo.gl/maps/KS6QXFiVSVNtQaLw9)
10:30am - 2pm Monday (early start: 9:30am and 12pm finish Wednesday - these times will be confirmed with TYs on Monday)
Please arrive 10 minutes early
As discussed at the start of TY - each student is to bring their bike (please email me asap if you don't have a bike or are unable to bring one).
Dress: Non Uniform*
*A good deal of the bike skills/education sessions will be taking place outdoors so please layer up! (eg t-shirt, jumper, wind cheater, warm jacket)
Please bring a packed lunch
Group 4.3 Cookery Week
Venue: STMC Pavilion, Upper Room
10am - 2pm Daily (early start 9:30am and finish 12pm Wednesday)
Dress Code: Non uniform
Please arrive 10 minutes early
4.4 Law Activity
A note from the Law Week Coordinator:
Transition Year group next week for the Law in Action Module 7th - 11th October 2024.
On Monday 7th October- the first day of the course, I will meet the students at the Kings Bench Suite, Maldron Hotel, Smithfield Market, Smithfield, Dublin 7, D07 RF2Y, at 10 a.m for an introduction to law and the legal system in Ireland. The students might note the meeting room, there will also be signs to the room under “St Michael's TY”.
The students will attend the Criminal Courts of Justice (CCJ) for the rest of the week.
They will be instructed to meet me at the CCJ from Tuesday to Friday at 10am (start times for Wednesday will be confirmed with students on Monday).
They will finish at 1pm every day, except on Tuesday when they will be leaving the CCJ at 12:30pm (approx) to return to St Michael's, Room 24 to attend a talk with the charity, Care After Prison, which will finish at 2:45pm and finish Wednesday, 12pm to return to school to receive Junior Cert results. A tour of the Criminal Courts is also being organised, and I will let the students know once it is confirmed by the Courts Service next week.
It is recommended students have a good breakfast, as there will be no ‘little break’ prior to lunch (around 1 o’clock).
The Maldron Hotel is located in Smithfield Square, a 5 minute walk through Smithfield Square from the Smithfield Luas stop.
The Hotel is accessible via the Luas (Red Line via Dart). Otherwise Buses to O’Connell Bridge leave students a 20-minute walk from the hotel.
Dress:
No school uniform required.
No St. Michael’s College gear e.g. Jackets etc.
No Runners or Hoodies.
Smart casual i.e. shoes, trousers & shirts/jumper – there is no need to wear a suit.
Please dress as if attending for work experience i.e. neat and tidy at all times – no need for any parent to purchase new items for this week. If possible, please do not bring school bags (the students will not need any materials for the week). Obviously, if students need to bring sports gear etc., they may do so, but I would ask that they please do not bring items that are unnecessary or any items of value (as they will be at risk of being stolen in the CCJ).
The students will be within a professional environment at all times and will be expected to act as such."
Group 4.6 Boxing & Self Defence
Venue: Headon Boxing Academy,
Venue: Headon Boxing Academy,
61D Heather Rd, Sandyford, Dublin
9:50am - 2:20pm (early finish 12pm Wednesday)
Dress Code: Gym wear/Non uniform
*Please note that Wednesdays are less physical and will focus on mobility/flexibility (in consideration that some of you have match commitments that day)
Hospice Coffee Morning
Heartfelt thanks to all the students, parents, and staff who helped make this year's Hospice Coffee Morning a fantastic success! Whether you helped organise, attended or made a generous donation, your support is greatly appreciated.
A special thank you goes out to our TY PA (& all year) Representatives, Mr. Doolan, Mr. O'Donnell, Jimmy, Robbie, and Christian, for their incredible effort in making the event run smoothly. We’d also like to thank our canteen staff for their assistance. And a final note of appreciation to Dale Skinner and his wife for the beautiful table flowers, which added an elegant touch to the morning!
Thank you all for coming together to support such a worthy cause.
4.5 First Aiders
Congratulation to 4.5 on successfully completing their First Aid training as part of their Life Skills module in valuable skills in CPR, wound care, and how to respond to common medical emergencies.
Certification will be valid for three years, after which you will need to complete a refresher course to keep your skills sharp.
Certificates will be awarded to all attendees following Activities Week.
TY Mentors' 1st Year Quiz
A big congratulations to the TY mentors on successfully organising their first main event for the 1st Years.
The entire quiz was planned and run by the team, and they did an impressive job. Even by the last class on a Friday, everything was running smoothly—a true testament to their hard work and organization.
Well done to all involved...and a special thanks to Mrs Ruske and Mr O'Brien for their guidance from the side!
TY Barista training course
Due to a number of people enquiring about Barista training we are organising a full-day certified Barista training course Friday 29th November (school venue TBC).
This course will provide the skills needed to work as a barista, and also includes a 3-hour online component.
The cost per student is €149 (for groups of 12-39 participants). While this course isn't covered by the TY budget, we can facilitate it at the school for those who wish to participate.
If you're interested, please complete the Expression of Interest form on the Google Classroom.
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