Candlelight Christmas Cheer

Candlelight Christmas Cheer

Candlelight Christmas Cheer

On Friday 13th December, Knockskeagh NS hosted their first “Candlelight Christmas Cheer” concert on Astna Square in Clonakilty. 🎵

This concert showcased talent from 2nd and 5th classes, whilst also showcasing talent amongst our staff. 🎵 This concert was held to promote Christmas cheer in the town and also raise money for the local charity, Cancer Connect. On the night, over €800 was raised and we were blown away by your generosity! Thank you very much for your donations. 💖

Well done to all involved in this concert. You did Knockskeagh proud! 😀

 

Here is a video of some of the staff performances.

 

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/eYB0ThwoWnE 

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Phil gave an insight into her career through her presentation and gave so much time for questions throughout her visit. She is a true role model for all and her words will inspire many of our pupils into the future.
Our pupils even got some relay run tips at the end of the visit.  The future is bright!
All at Knockskeagh NS are very thankful for your presentation and time today Phil. Best wishes in all your future endeavours.  #daretobelieve @phil_healy
#teamireland @team_ireland_olympic

 

 

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Science Activities around the school

The selection of experiments includes the following:

The Skittles Experiment where it’s examined what happens when skittles and warm water are mixed.

The “Volcano Experiment” where the reaction that happens when you mix vinegar and bicarbonate of soda is investigated. 🌋

The coke and mentos experiment.

The “Build a Boat that will float” challenge.

Bubbles within bubbles experiment where the challenge is to make as many as possible without them popping.

The fingerprint investigation where it was examined how to use forensics to solve a crime.

The rain cloud in a jar experiment.

The jumping rice experiment.

The effects certain liquids have on eggs 🥚, with the shell resembling our teeth. 🦷

We also had quizzes, art work and much much more.

6th Class completed a Virtual Mad Scientist Showcase again this year. Their experiments were recorded and the links were forwarded to each class so they could watch them. It was an amazing show and the class did a great job explaining each experiment.

Well done everybody, it was certainly a Science Week to remember! 🧑‍🔬👩‍🔬🔬🧪🔎

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