Hi everyone, Eóin Browne here, the new Principal of Newport National School. I am delighted to have been given the opportunity to lead this excellent school and I can't wait for the new school year to begin on Thursday. I am looking forward to getting to know you and your children over the coming weeks and months and am here to help in any way I can. Feel free to pop in to me for a chat over the next few weeks. Thanks, Eóin.

The local Ukrainian group would like to thank the people of the Newport area for all their kindness and generosity over the last few months. Please come along this Wednesday 24 August to Canon Killeen Park, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. to sample some Ukrainian food and music and share in a thank you barbecue. Місцева українська група хоче подякувати жителям району Ньюпорт за всю їхню доброту та щедрість протягом останніх кількох місяців. Будь ласка, приходьте до Canon Killeen Park

Parents are welcome to visit the PORTACABIN BESIDE THE SCHOOL HALL tomorrow THURSDAY or the following day FRIDAY to pick up any uniform items that might suit them for next year. The Parent Assciation have a large selecion of items in excellent condition, and all parents are welcome to take whatever they may need. THANK YOU to the Parent Association for organising this, and to parents for donating. Fiona will also have school ties available to purchase for €3 each if anyone wa

In May and June of this year, 3rd class wrote to famous Irish people - they chose all sorts of people from swimmers to influencers and everyone in between! It was wonderful to see how quickly they got replies. Some celebrities wrote back within the week, while others took a bit longer - which is understandable. It's a wonderful experience for the children, they learn so much. Apart from the obvious letter-writing format, they learned about researching, envelope format, di

For parents not sure of the supports that are available to families with children going back to school next month, you will find some helpful information in this article... https://www.rte.ie/lifestyle/living/2022/0808/1314537-your-guide-to-the-back-to-school-clothing-and-footwear-allowance/