And they’re off. The annual mass escape from Dublin Castle, commemorating the real jailbreak of 1592 by Red Hugh O’Donnell & the O’Neill Brothers. Competitors will cover 62km through the night, across the mountains to Glenmalure Valley. That’s if they make it, unlike Art O’Neill, who died en route.
I look like The Wreck of the Hesperus. Until recently, I was convinced we had a magic mirror in our bathroom because when I was brushing my teeth at night, I thought I looked vaguely human and quite passable. It only dawned on me a few weeks ago that I take my glasses off when I put on my pyjamas.
I am regularly called 'Mum' by my students and, being teenage boys, the rest of the class is very sensitive about it, as you can imagine. In more recent years, I have had 'Nan' once or twice, which galls me, even though I am a grandmother.
I've deactivated my Twitter account and am moving over here permanently.
Tidying up the resources this minute!
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It’s that time of year again when we ask you to join your subject association as a paid-up member.
Details of our conference can be found in your inbox, social media & INOTE.ie website
I’m so sorry to be missing the conference this year due to a family commitment. It’s always a great day.
Looking forward to this: 'Othello' is a great play to teach.
CBC Cork celebrates as 10 students hit maximum 625 points in Leaving Cert, with 5 achieving perfect 7 H1s. csalert.ie/45wNm3H
Macbeth – Senior Cycle English
Date: Wednesday 24th September 2025
Time: 7 - 8 pm
Venue: Online via Zoom
Target Audience: Post Primary Senior Cycle English Teachers
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Thanks a million, Niall!
For once, I finished the book on time! It was submitted to the eternally patient editors at educate.ie
in January. Looking forward to seeing the printed copy.
A beautiful sentiment from my favourite cousin. 😍
Really looking forward to this.
Check this out if you’re in the Cork area. A highly enjoyable in person CPD event with @sarfern.bsky.social & many more engaging English teachers.
✨English Meet Cork is Back!!
Absolutely delighted to announce this free in-person CPD event!
- Friendly vibes
- Short presentations
- Wide range of topics
- Teas, coffees and chats
- Goodie bags and spot prizes!
🗓️Thursday, Feb 13th
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This is definitely one to share with the fifth and sixth years. Lots of food for thought.
Yes, please!
I still have to master properly uploading a profile picture. It's a bit 'Kilroy was here' at the moment.
I've just joined. Struggling a bit with uploading the profile picture, obviously! Will get there...
