The sands of time are running out for the central star of this the Hourglass Nebula. With its nuclear fuel exhausted, this brief, spectacular, closing phase of a sun-like star's life occurs as its outer layers are ejected and its core becomes a cooling, fading white dwarf. In 1995, astronomers used the Hubble Space Telescope to make a series of images of planetary nebulae, including the one above. Here, delicate rings of colorful glowing gas (nitrogen-red, hydrogen-green, and oxygen-blue) outline the tenuous walls of the 'hourglass.' The unprecedented sharpness of Hubble's images revealed surprising details of the nebula ejection process and may resolve the outstanding mystery of the variety of complex shapes and symmetries of planetary nebulae. Image Credit: NASA, WFPC2, HST, R. Sahai and J. Trauger (JPL)...
On Friday February 28th St Teilo’s school celebrated St David’s Day by holding the annual Eisteddfod.A range of competitions took place prior to the Friday including: Art, Creative Writing, Limericks, Poems, Acrostic Poems and Photography. The many entries in each of the categories were all adjudicated by external judges and going into the performance day only 13 points separated the three houses, namely; St.Theresa’s (Blue), St Joseph’s (Green) and Our Lady’s (Red).In the morning the Juniors (Years 3,4, and 5) took to the stage for a collection of group and individual competitions including; solo singing, recitation and instrumental performances and group singing, recitation and House Choirs.
The hall was packed with parents, family and friends who really supported the children and enjoyed the wonderful atmosphere.
Mr. and Mrs. Hartzell of Saundersfoot once again had the very difficult job of judging the competitions and the school is very grateful for the time and effort they spent throughout the day.
In the afternoon it was the turn of the Infants (Early Years, Years 1 and 2). The programme combined the same range of competitions as the morning with the addition of Welsh Folk Dancing.
Once again the hall was packed and as the children surprised and delighted all present with their accomplishments, more than a few tears were shed in the audience!
The afternoon came to a climax with the Welsh Folk Dancing where children danced in houses across the age range ably accompanied by Mrs. Blackledge on her accordion.
The most popular competition for staff was, as always the Welsh cake competition which had a record number of entries this year. The overall winner was Olivia from Class 2.
At the end of the day the points were counted and the winner was the Red house followed by the Green house finally the Blue house, though it was very close.
Well done to all the children and a big thank you to all staff, especially Mrs. Blackledge, to all the judges, especially Mr. and Mrs. Hartzell, to ‘Friends’ for providing refreshments and finally to all the parents, family and friends who supported the children so well.
The finals of the Urdd National Swimming Finals were held at the Cardiff International Pool on January 24th.
In the Year 3&4 age group St Teilo’s had 5 swimmers who qualified for National Urdd Finals by winning their races at the Urdd County Gala.
Keira and Ben swam in the 25m Butterfly, Dominic in the 25m Breastroke and James in the 25m Backstroke. In addition to this Ben, Dom, James and Keiran had qualified in both the Freestyle and Medley Relays.It was a great day with all individual swimmers qualifying for their respective finals, Dom came 6th, with Keira, James and Ben coming 7th in their races. In the Medley Relay the team came 2nd and 4th in the Freestyle relay. Well done to all the swimmers who are all members of Tenby Dolphins.
Each Class performed wonderfully in their chosen plays. giving much pleasure to their families and fellow pupils.
Class One's presentation was "The Soldiers' Christmas".
Class Two performed "The Hoity Toity Angel".
Class Three let their hair down in the Shepherds Nativity "Rock Around the Flock".
Class Four brought the present into their Nativity production "Rock Around Christmas".
Congratulations to these two pupils for being selected for the Pembrokeshire County Primary Schools’ Football Squad.Photo A substantial sporting achievement.
This competition brings together both big and small schools from the local area. The Football Competition saw all eight schools play each other, with the St. Teilo’s boy’s team winning the small schools’ competition and coming second overall.
The girl’s netball team played seven matches, won two and lost five, however this was most encouraging as it was largely a very young team. Well done all!
Seminarian, Liam Bradley, from the Venerable English College in Rome, chats with Class Four.
The Venerable English College is a seminary in Rome for the formation of priests for the dioceses of England and Wales.
The Venerable English College exists to prepare men to serve as priests in England and Wales. It provides an environment in which seminarians can live the spirituality of a diocesan priest over several years and so discern if this is their calling. The College offers a home to a small number of priests pursuing further studies as well.
The seminary was founded in 1579, and there has been an English presence on the site in Via di Monserrato since the establishment of the Hospice of St Thomas in 1362, making it the oldest English institution outside England.
Geraint achieved British Surfing Association Level 1 of the Junior Surf Scheme at Freshwater East.
James, won a competition for holding his breath underwater for 45 seconds on holiday in Salou.
The pupil below shows her certificates from The Seren School of Irish Dancing for their first public Irish dancing display at Party on the Beach Tenby Harbour.
July 2008
Madison achieved Rookie Lifeguard status at a 5-hour Pembrokeshire County Council initiative.
James, was Vinyard Vale Penalty Shoot Out winner, and won medals of achievement for soccer school including winner Dog in the Park.
Tenby AFC Soccer School, Soccer Star Challenge achievers pictured below.
The pupil pictured attended The West Wales Wadoryu Karate Association Summer Camp 2008. He was awarded 1st Place in Freestyle Kata. He was also successful in his grading from White to Yellow belt. Congratulations!
This pupil successfully completed Level 5 of the Royal Melbourne Trefloyne Golf Club Program. Well done!
Tenby AFC under 10s most improved Player 2008 was awarded to Chloe. Congratulations!
Tenby United RFC under 8’s most improved player 2007-2008 pictured. Excellent!
George and Billy were selected for the County Schools Football Squad. Well done!
Ieuan achieved Grade 1 Trombone passing with Merit.
Well done to this pupil for achieving her Grade 1 Trumpet.
Congratulations to this member of Year 4 who passed his Grade 2 Piano exam with Merit.
These pupils between them achieved Swimming Level 8, Rainbow 1,000 metre swim and Swimming Level 7, Swimming Level 6, Rainbow 25 metre swim, Level 2, and Learner Pools Beginners. Well done to them all!
Recent addition to Policies and Guidance documents:
Social Networking A Guide for Parents.
School Staff Guidlines for E-Safety.
The After School Care facility has begun. If you find yourself unable to get away from work, please contact Mrs. Goforth. Sessions are from 3.15pm to 5pm.
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