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• Jimmy's Next Adventure

  Fri 26 Jun 2015 T D Woods

  Extract from my last Jimmy Story told in Final Assembly:-

   

  The end of the school year is a milestone in the lives of many of us. Our pupils from P2 up to P6 have already met next year’s teachers and spent a short time in their new classrooms.  Already they are thinking about next year and the things they have to remember!

   

  Our P7 pupils have really enjoyed their time at Hardy but they are not so sure about the future.  They will miss Hardy and friends who will be going to different schools in September.

  They will miss the children that they play with at break-time; have shared secrets with and who have helped them in countless ways. 

   

  THIS STORY IS FOR OUR P7s

   

  My friend Jimmy felt just like you when it was time for him to leave primary school and go to the ‘big’ school!  Some of his best friends were going to different schools and he was worried about lots of things.  He was worried about travelling to school on the bus every day.  He was worried about finding his way round his new school and he was worried about all the homework that he had heard about.  How would he ever do a French homework when he didn’t even enjoy doing his homeworks in English? 

   

  He thought, ‘Life isn’t going to be much fun in the future.’

   

  On the last Friday of the school year Jimmy was bored. He wanted to do something exciting.  He decided to go on an adventure – a bit of a mystery tour.  He walked past the castle and down the hill. He stopped on the way for a look at the workmen laying the gas pipes.

   

  "I wonder will the school get a supply soon?" he thought.  "I must ask Mr McCrea on Monday - he's sure to know."

   

  He stopped at Supervalu and checked his pockets. He would have loved his favourite chocolate bar but he hadn’t enough money.

  He continued on round the corner in to Sleepy Valley and down towards the new petrol station.

   

  It took ages to safely cross the Armagh Road but he had to cross for he wanted to go up the Crewcatt Road to have a look at the old factory.

   

  Jimmy’s teacher knew everything and she had told him how this old building  had once been Fruitfield Jam Factory and how Fruitfield jams had been sold all over Ireland!

   

  Much of the roof was gone and birds were flying in through the open windows and doors but amazingly the distinctive brick chimney built in 1900 was still standing.

   

  "I wonder if there is anything inside - an old jam jar or a label or two to show my friends?  I wonder is it safe?  Should I go in?"

   

  Just then an old sheep dog appeared. The old dog took one look at the open door and boldly walked in. Right behind the dog was one of Jimmy’s best friends – Peter.

   

  Jimmy was never afraid when Peter was around and in a few minutes the boys had followed Peter’s dog into the old factory!

   

  You see – when we are on our own we can be very nervous but with a good friend beside us we can do things that are not possible on our own. 

   

  When you go to your new schools in September make sure you go together with your friends from Hardy.  They will be nervous too but together you will be able to go through that new school door to begin the next great adventure.

   

  P7s YOU HAVE BEEN A WONDERFUL GROUP AND WE WISH YOU THE VERY BEST IN THE FUTURE!

   

  By the way both Peter and Jimmy got into terrible trouble for going into the old building – and they didn’t find a thing!

   

  Let us Pray

  Dear Heavenly Father

  Thank you for all the wonderful times we have enjoyed in school this year.  May those of us returning in September be refreshed by the long summer break and be prepared for all the new challenges that lie ahead.  May all who are leaving look forward with confidence and trust in our very best friend Jesus Christ to help them take the next step on their life’s journey. For we ask this in Jesus’ Name and for His Glory.  Amen

  

• Final Assembly

  Wed 24 Jun 2015 T D Woods

  Our Final Assembly on Friday of this week will be an emotional affair for our P7s and others who are leaving Hardy in the summer!  At this event we will be presenting the major awards of the year and we would ask you to ensure that children wear full school uniform for this event as there will be lots of photographic opportunities and we would like the children to look their very best.  I have even bought a new tie for this event!

• Brainwaves

  Mon 08 Jun 2015 T D Woods
  The final total raised for BRAINWAVES as a result of your generous donations at Sports Days was £436.76. Thank you!

• Paris Pictures

  Mon 01 Jun 2015
  The P7s and staff have just returned from a great trip to Paris! here are our pictures.....

  

• Sports Day P1-3

  Thu 28 May 2015

  Thank you to all parents and family members who came along to support our P1-3 children at their annual Sports Day. Thankfully the rain held off until we got all the races finished. We recommend a long soak in 'Radox' for those mums and dads who might be feeling a little stiff!

  Tea and coffee raised a fantastic £230 for Brianwaves NI!

  More photos on the PE page!

• Buzz

  Fri 01 May 2015 Mr T D Woods
  On the best night of the week dozens of parents visited the nursery to learn how to prepare their children for nursery in September.  Just over 1300 children have been enrolled in nursery over the last 25 years and parents were keen to find out about routines and the challenges facing their children.  Visit days were organised and welcome booklets distributed as Mrs Marks and the parents shared information in a relaxed atmosphere.  Further details from Mrs Marks.

• New Principal

  Thu 30 Apr 2015 Mrs E Anderson

  I am absolutely delighted to have been appointed as Principal of the Hardy Memorial and look forward, with enthusiasm, to taking up post in September.

   

  I know Richhill well having lived in the locality for over 18 years with my husband Mark and children Beccy, Michael and James. Central to our lives in Richhill has been worshipping in the Methodist Church. Following graduation from Stranmillis College I taught in Millington Primary before moving to the Armstrong Primary School, Armagh, as Vice Principal teaching P6 and 7 for 10 years. For the last 3 years I have been a non-teaching Vice Principal in Millington.

   

  I have a keen interest in all sports having played, umpired and coached at Armagh Hockey Club. I enjoy following rugby and football and admit quietly to being a Liverpool supporter! During my teaching career I have not only coached sport but have enjoyed involvement in musicals, technology/ Formula 1 clubs, Eco schools etc. Providing wide ranging opportunities for our children is paramount to their self-esteem and success.

   

  I wish to thank Mr Woods for his lifetime of dedication to the Hardy. He has left an excellent school with a great reputation in the community. I believe I can continue to build upon this firm foundation, together with the talented staff team and community, to ensure the future is bright for our children in Richhill.  

   

  Mrs E Anderson

  

• PTA News

  Fri 24 Apr 2015 T D Woods
  The PTA Committee met on Monday night to plan FUN DAY.  If anyone can help out for a few hours on the night of Thursday 4 June please the school and let us know.  Any items for use as prizes for both boys and girls in the HOOPLA game would be appreciated.  Thank you!

• Danger at St Magnet's

  Thu 23 Apr 2015 Mr T D Woods
  Kinetic Theatre will present a 'musical curiosity' which will be an entertaining introduction to materials, magnetism and heat for all our pupils!

• Website Relaunched

  Wed 15 Apr 2015 T D Woods

  Welcome to our brand new school website!

  We had been having a number of difficulties with our original website and it had become very difficult to upload documents and multiple photographs so we have 'updated' our website so that we can more easily keep you up to date with school news and notices, and to showcase some of the great things our pupils are achieving. The website is extremely easy to edit by all staff at the school, so check back soon for new updates!