Group 1 unit 1
Lisa, Nicole
Group two unit 2
Megan R, Jade
Group 3 unit 3
Leah,Shauna
Group 4 unit 4
Samantha,Amy
Group 5 unit 5,
Katie, Rachael
Group 6 unit 6
Ciara, Alannah
Group 7 unit 7
Chloe, Kym
Group 8 unit 8
Sophie, Marie
Group 9 unit 9
Lauren, Megan C
Bhí na cailíní as an gceathrú bliain ana- neirbhíseach ar an maidin ach fós bhí siad ag tnúth leis na torthaí a fháil ar ais tar éis na hoibre a chuir siad isteach anuraidh sa rang. A huge congratulations to all my Home Economics students hold your head up high. The strongest factor to your success girls is your own self- esteem. Believing you can do it, believing you deserve it and believing you will get it!
The Transition year students had a very busy morning in the Home Economics kitchen today. The girls made a selection of homemade pizzas for the pizza party that they arranged to raise money to help give the Home Economics kitchens a facelift as part of their interior design module. Thank you to all who supported the girls, it was a fun filled lunch. Take a look at the delicious pizzas, they certainly left a lasting taste and impression on the other students.
Although the two transition year classes are going head to head in an exciting showdown ” Extreme makeover Kitchen Edition- Kitchen Wars, it is incredible to see fantastic teamwork.
First years created a colourful display on why Home Economics is so important.
Being thrifty- 2014-2015 TY Home Economics.
We had a busy morning in the Transition year(TY) Home Economics class today, setting down our exciting year ahead! Two transition year classes go head to head in what promises to be an eventful, exciting and fresh interior design module in St Dominic’s Secondary School.
A huge congratulations to our newly appointed members of the Transition year Home Economics committee.
“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can”.
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The summer holidays are coming to an end and it is time to take the school bag out from under the bed and think about the new year that is ahead of you. While some of you are eager to start secondary school here in St. Dominic’s Secondary School or most importantly eager to start whipping up masterpieces in the Home Economics kitchen, some others are anxious about going into an exam year. Here are a few helpful tips for a smooth, stress free, organised and enjoyable year.
1. Get your routine back! Change your lifestyle.
Over the summer I’m sure there have been many sleep ins, late nights and eating what you wanted anytime during the day. Over the weekend you should try and get a good solid few hours sleep and start back eating healthy, after all Ms Mills will be asking you what foods were the “top sins” that will be binned in Home Ec. It is important to start thinking what after school activities you will participate in this year or which sports you will get involved in.
It is important to create a motivating study environment before you start getting back into the swing of things. Tidy your desk, room, book shelves even your bedroom! Organise your notes from last year and put them into folders. Your study/ homework area should be pleasant, peaceful and with plenty of lighting. This is your space, so why not decorate it so yo like visiting it!
If you are new to St Dominic’s it is important that you find your way around the school. Be willing to meet and make new friends and they will certainly help you find your way. Don’t be afraid to ask a teacher or a member of staff if you are unsure about anything- asking for help is a sign of strength!
If you are anxious, nervous about the new year that is around the corner, it is important that you talk to your parents, guardians, grandparents, sibling and friends. I’m sure they will whisper some words of encouragement and maybe even help you with your homework/study or even decluttering the school bag.
If you are sitting your Leaving Certificate or Junior Certificate this year it is so important that you realise that your attitude and your self belief is what will allow you to have positive yet realistic views of what you wish to achieve. To achieve any goal in life or to jump, leap or beat any obstacle you will face you must believe in your heart and mind that you are going to be successful. If you fail to prepare you prepare to fail as they say, start as you mean to go on. In the end the best feeling in the world is when you can say “I did my best”.
6. Set goals and monitor your attendance early
It is important to set goals, reflect on your goals and change your weaknesses into strengths and build your potential. Goals must be specific, measurable, achievable, realistic and given time, be it short term( this week) medium (months) long-term (by the end of the year). Take everything in baby steps and when you add up these tiny little steps you take towards your goals this year you’ll be amazed the strides you will take.
Fresh start, fresh mind, fresh year!
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For some students things will have gone to plan for others perhaps not. Try now to look at the areas you are proud of and what you did well this year. Focus on your achievements no matter how small or in what part of your life. An incredible bunch of young ladies sat in front of me this year in the Home Economics class in St Dominic’s Secondary School Ballyfermot. “Don’t let today’s disappointments cast a shadow on tomorrow’s dreams.” Focus on all the positive things the future holds. It is a bumpy road to greatness girls and there has never been so many positive alternatives, routes, paths and side roads to take. Next stop CAO offers and course acceptance process! Well done to everyone! Turn your page and open your new chapter 📖
For me one of the most worthwhile experiences about travelling around Thailand is tasting all the different types of food. Trying local food that has been prepared with passion and affection has certainly been an eye opener for me as a Home Economics teacher. So, I decided to take the opportunity to complete a half-day cooking class with the Thai kitchen centre Cookery School in Chiang Mai. The morning got off to a great start as we visited the local markets with our cookery instructor where she kindly filled us in on the different thai ingredients that were needed to complete each dish. She had a wealth of knowledge to share and she taught us about different thai ingredients such as, Ginza, Galangal, lime, kaffer lime, holy basil, lamon basil, thai eggplant egg noodles, rice flour noodles, chilies (or as they the teachers like to call them thai chocolates) sweet basil, birds eye chili, chicken spur, shrimp paste and plenty more.
I took the opportunity to get to know the local trades people and ask a few more questions while walking around the market.
I completed four dishes and as the saying goes ” I’m not a glutton just a food explorer” applies to my full but yet satisfied stomach! We got the opportunity to mix with people from all over the world and to discuss the different flavours, textures, taste and overall appearance of our masterpieces! I most certainly have a few tricks up my sleeve for the classroom- taste buds watch out!! “Eating is a need, enjoying is an art”!
Exciting morning planned with Tuk, Tub and his family here in the Thai Kitchen Cookery Centre in Chiang Mai. Looking forward to picking up some tips and family secrets here in their traditional Thai teak wood house. Let the fun begin, woks and wooden spoons at the ready!
Nothing like a productive Monday morning in the Hills of Donegal, keeping a close eye on my home grown vegetables and wondering if the honesty box concept will work at the bottom of the lane for getting rid of the surplus veg.
Ok, so what is the honesty box?
It’s a method sometimes used by local farmers or growers to sell off any surplus vegetables or homemade produce that they may have. What happens is that passers-by take whatever item they want and leave payment for it in a box or tin usually provided. The whole system relies on the honesty of the passer-by. What makes the honesty box system popular in many rural areas is that A) The produce is local B) Fresh C) Supports home industry and lastly terrific value for money.
“Falard Family brown bread”- A lunchtime must.
Ingredients
175g Wholemeal stoneground flour
25g Pinhead oatmeal
25g Wheat bran
25g Milled linseed with sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, gojiberries and chia seeds (Aldi/Lidl)
1 egg
½ tsp bicarbonate soda
250ml Buttermilk
1tbsp of mixed seeds or pumpkin seeds
Method
1. Weigh out all ingredients
2. Preheat the oven to 180°C/ 350°F/ Gas mark 4.
3. Combine all the dry ingredients and the bicarbonate of soda together.
4. Crack egg and lightly whisk with a fork.
5. Make a well in the centre of the mixture; add your egg and 250ml of buttermilk.
6. Mix together with a wooden spoon until all ingredients are blended. Mixture will appear wet however do not be tempted to add more flour!
7. Place mixture into a 1lb/ 450g loaf tin. I use silicone tins (less stress and less mess) however line with parchment paper or grease your tin otherwise.
8. Place the loaf tin into the preheated oven for 45minutes.
9. Remove the bread from the oven and allow to cool in on a wire rack.
Delicious with homemade soups, salads, cheese and chutney.
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