Category : Primary
To mark our first full week back in school after the new year, we decided to take on the Jerusalema Challenge! It was no easy task! There may have been a few co-ordination problems (more-so with the staff than the children!) but we got there in the end… eventually!
We hope you enjoy watching it as we have thoroughly enjoyed putting it together!
Category : All , Boarding , Early Intervention , Further Education , Learning At Home , Post Primary , Primary , Principal's News , School Events
Category : Post Primary
Summer July Programme
All the pupils in the Summer July Programme had a great day today at the Dublin Zoo!
Category : Post Primary
Category : Post Primary
Celebrate today’s Olympic Theme, the Red Circle, promoting a Healthy Mind And Body! 🌟
As part of the JCSP initiative ‘Being Aware’, our junior students were gifted with ‘headplan’ journals to express their gratitude, thoughts, and ideas. The students are loving the journals and have already started documenting their thoughts and doodles! 📝 This simple act of self-care is truly impactful and inspiring.
Our LCA students hosted a fabulous Hair and Beauty Day with the delightful ‘May Lily’ pop-up salon offering hairstyles, manicures, facials, and soothing hand and arm massages. 🌺 Guests had the opportunity to support the Deaf Ethiopia Project through donations, making it a day filled with relaxation and giving back. Taking time for self-care and mindfulness is essential, so don’t forget to treat yourself! ✨
A heartfelt thank you to everyone for their support in making this day truly special. Let’s continue to prioritise self-care and spreading positivity! 💖 #HealthyMindBody #SelfCare #Gratitude #SupportingCauses
Category : Post Primary
During the third ‘Mini Meet’ of the Creative Cluster programme, our TY students and students from Bishoptown Community School had the opportunity to visit Mid-West School for the Deaf (MWSD). The warm welcome we received included meeting teachers and students, with Principal Maria Allen thanking us for previous mini meets and delivering a lovely speech to welcome our students.
Our TY students were delighted to reunite with their friends and enjoyed a diverse range of creative activities over the two days. From exploring the history of Limerick at King John’s Castle to experiencing the Rugby Experience and engaging in a fun game of bowling, the students had a memorable time. Additionally, they visited the Limerick Art Gallery and participated in a hands-on workshop at the Hunt Museum, delving into artefacts from the Viking era. Special thanks to our dedicated staff Maggie Owens, Catherine Catherine McFarlane, Lorraine Creed and Christopher Jones for their support and to Michelle Creed and Evan Maguire for organising a successful conclusion to the three creative mini meets. We look forward to witnessing the incredible collaborative artwork that will showcase the connections between all three schools.
Thank you Creative Cluster and Dept of Education ESD 2030 for funding this initiative.
Category : Post Primary
8th February 2024
We were delighted to have Lion Frank O’Donoghue and other Lions from various clubs in Ireland visit our school. They were given a personal tour to meet our students and staff and see firsthand the impact that Lions Clubs Ireland has had on education at Holy Family School for the Deaf. Their continued support is greatly appreciated, and we are grateful for the positive contribution they have made to our school community. The Lions really enjoyed the tour of our school, and they were particularly delighted to see the choir performing and to see one of our students paying the violin!
Check out the video of the Lions signing ‘Lions’ in ISL.
Category : Post Primary
Last week, Holy Family School for the Deaf had the pleasure of hosting the second mini meet as part of the Creative Schools Cluster project, alongside Bishoptown Community School and Mid-West School for the Deaf. We were excited to welcome students from BCS and MWSD to our school and show them our school.
The day started with a tour of Holy Family School, where our visitors had the opportunity to meet our students and staff. Afterward, we took them to Deaf Village Ireland (DVI), where Sylvia Nolan, Martina Kearns, and Rebecca Nelson gave us a wonderful tour of the Deaf Heritage Center, ISL Restaurant – Mad Brothers, and the DVI. We then enjoyed a delicious lunch at Mad Brothers and headed to Trinity College, where we met with Dr. John Bosco and Dr. Isabelle Heyerick.
At Trinity College, we were given the opportunity to visit the Book of Kells and the astonishing GAIA project by artist Luke Jerram. The GAIA project aims to spark discussions about our responsibility to the environment and how we can make our lifestyles more sustainable. Our students thoroughly enjoyed this experience.
Next, we visited the Centre of Deaf Studies, where Dr. John Bosco provided a comprehensive explanation of their college. He also discussed the possibilities of becoming an ISL Interpreter or ISL Teacher. Our students were inspired and who knows, maybe one day some of them will be studying ISL linguistics in room 101. We are incredibly grateful to Dr. John Bosco and Dr. Isabelle Heyerick for the tour.
Following this insightful talk, we headed next door to the National Gallery of Ireland, where Lianne Quigley, a Deaf Tour Guide, took us on a mesmerising tour featuring amazing artists such as Jack B Yeats, Una Walters, William Leech, and Deaf artist Hendrick Avercamp. Thank you, Lianne, for providing our group with such a brilliant tour.
That evening, we enjoyed a delicious meal at Milano’s restaurant on Dawson Street and stayed at the trendy and centrally located Generator hostel in Smithfield.
The next day, we visited Holy Family School for the Deaf’s primary school. Our group had the opportunity to tour the school and meet the first deaf teachers who recently graduated from the Primary Teachers course at DCU. They also learned about the Deaf Flag with Phillip Grehan and his students, and saw the wall of Deaf Role Models. We are incredibly grateful to Sean Herlihy and the entire staff for hosting us and making us feels so welcome. The children at Holy Family School were absolutely lovely!
Afterward, we visited the Hugh Lane Gallery to see the Andy Warhol exhibition, which showcased over 250 of his artworks. It was a truly fantastic experience for everyone involved.
After lunch and some free time, we headed to Henrietta Street to learn about the Tenements in Dublin in the early 1900s. Special thanks to Alvean Jones deaf tour guide for leading the tour. Our students really enjoyed the experience.
Overall, this Creative Schools Cluster was a tremendous success.This couldn’t have been possible without the funding and support from Creative Schools Cluster and ESD (Educational Sustainable Development), Limerick Education Centre, staff from all three schools and members from the Deaf Community.
It provided an amazing experience for all the students involved, allowing them to meet inspiring Deaf role models. These collaborations have a significant positive impact on the students’ self-confidence, self-awareness, and sense of identity. They are brilliant opportunities for our students to connect and broaden their horizons.
Category : Post Primary
From December 13th to 14th, our Transition Year students joined students from Mid West School (Limerick) and Deaf and Bishoptown Community School (Cork) for a Creative Schools Collaboration at Bishoptown Community School. It was a truly enriching experience.
One of the highlights of the collaboration was our students working together to translate the song ‘Rest of our Days’ by Cian Ducrot and Ella Henderson into Irish Sign Language (ISL). They had a great time filming this ISL translation, showcasing their creativity and dedication.
After a delicious Apache pizza lunch, our students enjoyed some free time at the Wilton Shopping Center, soaking in the local atmosphere. Later, they were treated to a spectacular performance of High School Musical by Bishoptown Community School, which had full ISL access, providing an inclusive and memorable experience for all.
To further foster camaraderie, everyone gathered at Sheila Hostel, where students continued to bond and create lasting connections.
The following day, we visited the Cork Deaf Association, where Terence enlightened us about the invaluable services they provide to the Deaf community. Our excursion also included a visit to the Ferris Wheel and the famous English Market. We concluded our adventure with a delicious Christmas-themed lunch at the Marina Market.
The memorable collaboration wrapped up with a thrilling game of bowling, bringing everyone closer together and leaving us with unforgettable memories.
The Creative Schools Collaboration was not only about artistic experiences; it aimed to enhance the wellbeing, confidence, and communication skills of our students. Through shared experiences, our project sought to inspire a sense of community and belonging, foster personal growth and development, and ignite a lifelong passion for learning and self-discovery.
This collaboration was funded by Creative Schools Cluster funding and Education for Sustainability Development Grant. Special thanks to Denise Dowling and Breda Woods for from Bishoptown Community School for hosting this successful creative collaboration.
Overall, this collaboration was a resounding success, leaving a lasting impact on our students and reinforcing the importance of creativity, inclusivity, and the power of shared experiences. We look forward to future collaborations that will continue to enrich and empower our students.
Category : Post Primary
We were delighted to receive an invitation from Ambassador Marco Biato and Mrs. Marcel Biato to visit the Mansion House and explore the Brazilian-Irish Lace exhibition. The exhibition featured an exquisite collection of lace, including tablecloths, napkins, scarves, blouses, and more, all meticulously crafted with great skill and precision. Accompanied by our 5th-year students as part of their Arts Education subject in LCA, we were particularly intrigued to learn about lace making because there is also history of lace making within the deaf community. We would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to Ambassador Marco Biato, Mrs. Marcel Biato, and Maria Fleming for their warm hospitality and for inviting us to experience their remarkable lace making exhibition. Our visit was truly enjoyable, and we appreciate the opportunity to immerse ourselves in the artistry and cultural exchange.
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Category : Post Primary
On Monday, November 13th, despite storm Debi, we held the judging ceremony for our Lions Peace Poster art competition. The goal of this competition is to promote peace in the world, with this year’s theme being ‘Dare to Dream.’ It was a pleasure to have Werner Schwanberg and Frank Donoghue as our special guests to present the winners with prizes, which were fully sponsored by the Lions Club. We had winners from the Primary school, the Post Primary school, a Special Prize winner, and winners from the International competition who will now proceed to the next stage of the competition. Congratulations to everyone who participated!”
Category : Post Primary
Well done to all our first, second and third years for participating in this creative dance workshop over 6 weeks and performing in front of the whole school in the DVI (Deaf Village Ireland) We are very proud of you all.
Special thanks to our creative schools mentor Seamus Moran & to our dance teacher Favour Odusola.
This was funded and supported by Creative Schools and JCSP.
Thank you to Jason for filming the performance – He did an amazing job in creating this short video. Enjoy!
