Check out some of the images from Cloonlyon National School's epic Sport Day extravaganza! Get ready to dive into a day filled with laughter, excitement, and thrilling adventures that will make your heart race faster than a cheetah chasing its lunch.

Our sporty superstars, the amazing children of Cloonlyon NS, had an absolute blast as they embarked on an action-packed journey through a variety of exhilarating activities. The fun was simply off the charts!

Imagine the thrill of defying gravity in our wildly popular game, "The Floor is Lava." With lightning-quick reflexes and agile moves, our young daredevils leaped, hopped, and tiptoed to avoid touching the forbidden ground. It was a challenge that tested their bravery and agility, turning our school into a magnificent lava-dodging paradise!

But wait, the excitement didn't stop there! Our courageous students took on a legendary battle, pitting their soccer skills against our mighty teachers in the "Penalties against the Teachers" showdown. The cheers from the sidelines echoed through the air as the children skillfully aimed for the goal, showcasing their incredible talent. The teachers bravely stood their ground, but it was the kids who emerged victorious, their kicks unleashing a symphony of thunderous applause!

And who could forget the classic and comical 3-legged race? Teams of two, tightly bound together by a shared leg, hopped and skipped towards the finish line, struggling to maintain their balance and coordination. It was a hilarious spectacle of wobbles, giggles, and triumphant stumbles, leaving everyone in stitches of laughter.

Throughout the day, our fantastic children had the opportunity to partake in a range of other thrilling activities, including sack races, egg and spoon races, and one new addition this year the spinning races.

But Sport Day at Cloonlyon NS is about more than just competitions and winning medals. It's a celebration of teamwork, sportsmanship, and the joy of being active. Our amazing students cheered each other on, offering high-fives, words of encouragement, and infectious smiles to brighten everyone's day.

As the sun set on this remarkable event, we couldn't help but reflect on the incredible energy and spirit displayed by our students. They truly embodied the essence of fun, friendship, and fierce determination. Sport Day at Cloonlyon NS will forever hold a special place in our hearts as a testament to the power of play and the importance of staying active.

Thank you to all the children, teachers, and families who made this day one for the books. We can't wait to create more unforgettable memories together in the years to come. Until then, keep the spirit of sportsmanship alive, and remember, at Cloonlyon NS, every day is an adventure waiting to happen!

Welcome to Cloonlyon NS/ School Tour 2023, where learning is an adventure and laughter fills the air! We recently embarked on a fantastic school tour to Enniscrone, and boy, did we have a splash-tastic time!

Our first stop was the incredible Waterpoint, where we dove right into excitement. The swimming pool was like a mini ocean, and our little fishies had a whale of a time! The highlight? Well, imagine racing your friends through an inflatable obstacle course and whooshing down a gigantic slide! It was like sliding into a world of giggles and pure joy.

But that's not all! We also tested our climbing skills on the magnificent climbing wall. We scaled those heights like brave adventurers, conquering challenges one step at a time. And oh, the play area! It was a magical land of swings, slides, and laughter. 

After all the excitement, our tummies rumbled like a pack of hungry lions. So, we headed to the delightful Maple Moose for a scrumptious meal. It was a feast fit for champions. Good food and good company truly make for a perfect combo!

But wait, there's more! Our adventure wasn't complete without a visit to Enniscrone Beach. The sand was as soft as a fluffy pillow, and we wasted no time in becoming master sandcastle architects. We built towering castles with moats, created sandy masterpieces.

From swimming like fish, climbing like monkeys, feasting like champions, to playing and creating like artists, our school tour was an absolute blast. Cloonlyon NS knows how to have a whale of a time, and we cherish every moment of fun and laughter together.

The Data Protection Commission (DPC) has recently published four short guides for parents on children’s data protection rights under the GDPR. These guides are intended to help parents to understand their children’s rights and to answer questions that can arise in typical situations where those rights apply.

By sharing these videos with out school community we hope this will help to ensure that more parents have the opportunity to read them and learn about their children’s data protection rights. The DPC hopes that these guides will also be useful to school educators and anyone interested in children’s safety and wellbeing online.

English and Irish language versions of our guides can be found on our website by clicking on the following links. I have included more information on each of the guides below:

• https://www.dataprotection.ie/en/dpc-guidance/my-childs-data-protection-rights (English)
• https://www.dataprotection.ie/ga/dpc-guidance/Cearta-Cosanta-Sonrai-Mo-Linbh (Irish)

 
My child’s data protection rights – the basics
This outlines some of the issues that can arise when a parent seeks to exercise data protection rights on behalf of their child.

Children’s data and parental consent
This looks at the meaning of the ‘age of digital consent’ and outlines when parents’ consent may be needed for processing their child’s personal data, and how parents can approach those cases.

Protecting my child’s data
This is intended to help parents understand the rights that they have in relation to their children’s data and gives some useful advice on how to protect their children’s rights.

Are there any limits on my child’s data protection rights?
This outlines some important limits to how and when children’s data protection rights may be exercised, whether by children themselves or by parents on their behalf. It outlines some common situations where these can arise and suggests ways in which parents can address them.

Congratulation to the children of Cloonlyon and Barnacogue who made their First Holy Communion on Saturday. It was a great occasion enjoyed by all. A huge thanks must go to the choir also for their efforts on the day. This was not just made up of children from Cloonlyon NS, but parents, past pupils and friends. 

Thanks to Ms. Michael and Ms. Brennan and all the children of the junior who helped in the preparation for First Holy Communion. 

Today the pupils of 4th - 6th class visited the Museum of Country Life Mayo where the partook in a Mini-beasts workshop as part of the Natural History Museum education program. 

They looked at the types of insect and invertebrate life that were living in the waterways and areas around the Museum of Country Life. This involved taking samples from the water and examining in the special laboratory under magnifying class to identify their features and help identify specimens correctly. 

The children had a great day put and learned loads about the mini beasts that co-exist with us in the countryside.