School Exchange ProgrammeSchool Exchange ProgrammeEcole Saint Hilaire

Niort

April 2013

Where?Where?As you know the children are travelling to a large town called Niort on the West Coast of France.

LuggageLuggage•We are travelling with our ‘friends’ at Ryanair.

•They are particular about their luggage requirements and so we must work within the restrictions-55cmX40cmX20cm

What to bring?What to bring?School Jumper(essential)Rain coatComfortable footwearSwimwear and a hatSmall walletAdaptors-(To facilitate the different sockets)If your child is on any medication-Bring a sufficient

supply

Hats and BagsHats and BagsThe parents association and the Board of Management have generously purchased hats and Backpacks with the Ennis CBS logo for the Children. They will receive these on Monday April 8th when they arrive at school.

LiquidsLiquidsAs you know there is a restriction on liquids in relation to carry-on baggage. No liquids above the 100ml level are allowed on flights and these liquids must be placed in a clear plastic bag Max 1Litre

Luckily..Luckily..We are very grateful to PA chairperson Jan Hillery for donating suitable toothbrushes, toothpaste and Shampoo and these will be placed in clear re-sealable bags and given to the Children when they arrive into school on Monday April 8th

ElectronicsElectronicsMobile Phones are allowed on the trip. Entertainment devices such as PSP’s or other handheld gaming consoles are not acceptable. Devices used for translation purposes e.g. Ipod touch are acceptable. DS-not acceptable.`All devices are brought along at the children’s own risk

TransportationTransportationMonday April 8th-A bus has been booked to take the children from school to the airport. The children will fly out at 4:30pm on Monday.

Friday 12th- Return Trip. Bus booked. Children will arrive back at the CBS for 3pm Approx.

If you want to get in contact either Colm Davoren or Jan Hillery for any reason please do so using the number provided to you.

If you want to get in contact either Colm Davoren or Jan Hillery for any reason please do so using the number provided to you.

Code of BehaviourCode of BehaviourAmbassadors for this School.Ambassadors for this County.Ambassadors for this Country.

We expect nothing less than the very best behaviour from every child taking part.

FoodFoodChildren are visitors in peoples homes. Food may be new to them. Important that they appreciate the effort and the hospitality of the host/hostess. Please reinforce the importance of graciousness and good manners

Spending MoneySpending MoneyThere is a restriction of €50 on spending money.The children will have €25 in their own walletThey will also bring an envelope with the other €25 which will be held by their group leader. Wallet needs to be in the case upon arrival at school

Monday Morning 8th AprilMonday Morning 8th AprilCome to school as normal for 9am startWear school JumperPassport and European Health CardLuggage(within restrictions)Spending money €25 in their wallet

(€25 in an envelope with their name on it)

Aon cheist?Aon cheist?