Avondale Community College

Avondale Community College
School Notes
Week beginning December 21st 2011

Interactive Open Days
On Monday and Tuesday of this week Avondale Community College opened its doors for the fifth successive year to senior classes from our neighbouring primary schools. Visiting students had the opportunity to participate in interactive activities in a number of subjects including in Science, Maths, French, Music, Art, PE, Woodwork, Metalwork, Technical Graphics and Home Economics. We were delighted to give these young students the opportunity to see what second level may hold in store and we look forward to seeing many of them in September.


La Semaine Francaise!
Last week in Avondale Community College students enjoyed all things French! As part of French Week many activities took place around the school. 1st Year students learned a French song, while the 2nd Year students enjoyed a French breakfast with an array of French classics, such as, croissants and hot chocolate! As part of French Week, the Transition Year students presented a powerpoint to the 1st Year French classes on planning a holiday to France and the culture and country they would experience. This week was a great success. It promoted French in a positive and enjoyable way. ‘Bien fait’ to all involved!


Ice Skating Trip
As part of the Positive Reward System in Avondale Community College, 2nd Year students are going to Dublin on Wednesday 14th December to enjoy an evening of ice-skating. They are sure to return home in a festive spirit!


Christmas Carol Service
A Christmas Carol Service will be held on Thursday 15th December at 7.00 p.m. in Avondale Community College. The choir is busy rehearsing for this event, which is sure to be enjoyable and entertaining.


Sports News
Basketball News
Congratulations to the U16 Girls’ Basketball team who enjoyed a great win over East Glendalough on Thursday 1st December. The team is progressing well in the league and remains undefeated. The U19 Girls’ Basketball team also met East Glendalough on Thursday. Unfortunately the team was beaten on the day despite a great team effort.
U14 Boys’ Football
The U14 Boys’ Football team met Coláiste Chraobh Abhann this week. The boys were victorious, enjoying a great win. They have qualified for the South Leinster Semi- Final in January. Best of luck to the team!
Girls’ Football
The Senior Girls’ football team will play the Dominican Convent, Wicklow in the County Schools’ Semi –Final. Best of luck to the girls!