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Parents' Council 2012-13
About the CBS Parents’ Council
The Parents’ Council meets on the first Thursday of every month. The meetings are generally very informative and easygoing, and usually last for about an hour.
The Council plays a very important role in the promotion of co-operation between home and school. Being a member on the Council makes us more aware of what is happening in the school and hence we become more involved in our sons’ education and school life. There is a mutual respect between the school and the Council, and as a Council we do not interfere in the day to day running of the school where such responsibility rests with the school Principal. Also, we do not use the Council as a forum for complaints or problems relating to individual students.
Some of the activities that we undertake include: organising a speaker for the AGM, organising the Study Skills day in the school, assisting with teas/coffee at the Parent Teacher Meetings during the year, presenting the best Junior and Leaving Certificate students with a prize at the end of the year, and presenting the 6th Year students with a momento of their time in the school. In latter years this has taken the form of laminated certificates using the crest of Blessed Edmund Rice, founder of the Christian Brothers, with the students names printed on the back. We also acknowledge the retirement of staff members.
The Parents’ Council meets on the first Thursday of every month. The meetings are generally very informative and easygoing, and usually last for about an hour.
The Council plays a very important role in the promotion of co-operation between home and school. Being a member on the Council makes us more aware of what is happening in the school and hence we become more involved in our sons’ education and school life. There is a mutual respect between the school and the Council, and as a Council we do not interfere in the day to day running of the school where such responsibility rests with the school Principal. Also, we do not use the Council as a forum for complaints or problems relating to individual students.
Some of the activities that we undertake include: organising a speaker for the AGM, organising the Study Skills day in the school, assisting with teas/coffee at the Parent Teacher Meetings during the year, presenting the best Junior and Leaving Certificate students with a prize at the end of the year, and presenting the 6th Year students with a momento of their time in the school. In latter years this has taken the form of laminated certificates using the crest of Blessed Edmund Rice, founder of the Christian Brothers, with the students names printed on the back. We also acknowledge the retirement of staff members.
PARENTS' COUNCIL News 2012-13
May 2013 News
The last meeting of the Parents’ Council for the school year was held on the 2nd May 2013.
Bag Pack in Eurospar 20th April 2013
Claire thanked all those who helped with the bag pack. The total raised on the day was €870 and everyone was really delighted with that. A cheque for €2770 (€1900 raised from the music night, plus €870) was handed over to Mr. Downey for the CBS Zambia Immersion Project.
Awards Night
Claire will organise the prizes for the Best Leaving Cert and Best Junior Cert in time for the Awards Night on Wednesday 22nd May 2013.
Information Night for First Years
The Parents’ Council will be present on the 27th May at the Information Night for First Years. We want to take this opportunity to promote the Council and to introduce ourselves to the parents, many of whom will not be aware of who we are or what we are about. Martin has prepared a handout which we will give to the parents on the night.
We are seeking new members and anyone who would like to join the Parents’ Council should contact Claire on 0868587501 or any other member.
AGM October 2013
It is intended to hold our AGM on Thursday 3rd October 2013. We hope to have someone speak on the subject of Cyber Bullying at the meeting.
Exam Students
Our best wishes to all those who are sitting exams in June and particularly, good luck to the 6th Years who are leaving school and starting out on different and varied career paths.
Presentation to Geraldine
Claire made a presentation to Geraldine Bourke who is retiring from the Council. She thanked her for her support and help over the years and for always willing to lend a hand. She wished her son well in his Leaving Certificate.
The meeting adjourned to Sean Byrne's for refreshments to mark the end of the Council meetings for the current school year.
Bag Pack in Eurospar 20th April 2013
Claire thanked all those who helped with the bag pack. The total raised on the day was €870 and everyone was really delighted with that. A cheque for €2770 (€1900 raised from the music night, plus €870) was handed over to Mr. Downey for the CBS Zambia Immersion Project.
Awards Night
Claire will organise the prizes for the Best Leaving Cert and Best Junior Cert in time for the Awards Night on Wednesday 22nd May 2013.
Information Night for First Years
The Parents’ Council will be present on the 27th May at the Information Night for First Years. We want to take this opportunity to promote the Council and to introduce ourselves to the parents, many of whom will not be aware of who we are or what we are about. Martin has prepared a handout which we will give to the parents on the night.
We are seeking new members and anyone who would like to join the Parents’ Council should contact Claire on 0868587501 or any other member.
AGM October 2013
It is intended to hold our AGM on Thursday 3rd October 2013. We hope to have someone speak on the subject of Cyber Bullying at the meeting.
Exam Students
Our best wishes to all those who are sitting exams in June and particularly, good luck to the 6th Years who are leaving school and starting out on different and varied career paths.
Presentation to Geraldine
Claire made a presentation to Geraldine Bourke who is retiring from the Council. She thanked her for her support and help over the years and for always willing to lend a hand. She wished her son well in his Leaving Certificate.
The meeting adjourned to Sean Byrne's for refreshments to mark the end of the Council meetings for the current school year.
April 2013 News
APRIL NEWS
Bag Pack - arrangements were finalised for the upcoming bag pack on Saturday 20th April in Eurospar, Newpark. This is our final fundraiser event for Zambia for the current school year.
Hurling
The Parents’ Council recorded in the April minutes its appreciation of the teachers involved with the CBS Senior Hurling Panel. They gave so much of their time to train and mentor the hurlers and this dedication has not gone unnoticed and is much appreciated. While they did not win the All Ireland Championship Final, their success in winning the Leinster League and Championship is commendable.
Study Skills
A letter will go out shortly to the Parents of current 1st year and Ty students (incoming 2nd Years and 5th Years) regarding the Study Skills Course to be held in the school on Saturday 12th October 2013. The course is organised in association with Student Enrichment Services based in Dublin and the presenters are all fully qualified secondary school teachers. We have run this course for a number of years now and the feedback from both tutors and students has always been very positive. The cost is €15 for 2nd Years (half day course) and €20 for 5th years (full day course). Parents will be asked to return acknowledgement slip with payment before the 15th May 2013.
Best Junior and Leaving Cert Student
The Parents’ Council will acknowledge the Best Leaving Certificate Student and Best Junior Certificate Student for 2013 at the Awards Night which is being held on the 22nd May.
Next meeting will be the last for the current school year. We will have refreshments in Sean Byrnes.
Bag Pack - arrangements were finalised for the upcoming bag pack on Saturday 20th April in Eurospar, Newpark. This is our final fundraiser event for Zambia for the current school year.
Hurling
The Parents’ Council recorded in the April minutes its appreciation of the teachers involved with the CBS Senior Hurling Panel. They gave so much of their time to train and mentor the hurlers and this dedication has not gone unnoticed and is much appreciated. While they did not win the All Ireland Championship Final, their success in winning the Leinster League and Championship is commendable.
Study Skills
A letter will go out shortly to the Parents of current 1st year and Ty students (incoming 2nd Years and 5th Years) regarding the Study Skills Course to be held in the school on Saturday 12th October 2013. The course is organised in association with Student Enrichment Services based in Dublin and the presenters are all fully qualified secondary school teachers. We have run this course for a number of years now and the feedback from both tutors and students has always been very positive. The cost is €15 for 2nd Years (half day course) and €20 for 5th years (full day course). Parents will be asked to return acknowledgement slip with payment before the 15th May 2013.
Best Junior and Leaving Cert Student
The Parents’ Council will acknowledge the Best Leaving Certificate Student and Best Junior Certificate Student for 2013 at the Awards Night which is being held on the 22nd May.
Next meeting will be the last for the current school year. We will have refreshments in Sean Byrnes.
March 2013 News
Ceol, Caint agus Craic!
A great night of fun, music and chat was enjoyed by a large crowd of parents, staff and supporters of CBS Kilkenny who came along to the Pembroke Hotel on Friday 8th March to support our fundraiser for the Zambia Immersion Project. Mr. Gerry Moran was M.C. on the night and the music was provided by local trad and folk groups, the CBS Senior Choir and students from the jazz group in the school. The Parents’ Council wishes to thank everyone for their support on the night. €1900 was raised for the Zambia Project.
Our next fundraiser is a bag-pack in Eurospar, Newpark on Saturday 20th April and again all proceeds will go to Zambia. Anyone who might have an hour to spare and would like to help out can contact Claire on 0868587501. All help very much appreciated.
A great night of fun, music and chat was enjoyed by a large crowd of parents, staff and supporters of CBS Kilkenny who came along to the Pembroke Hotel on Friday 8th March to support our fundraiser for the Zambia Immersion Project. Mr. Gerry Moran was M.C. on the night and the music was provided by local trad and folk groups, the CBS Senior Choir and students from the jazz group in the school. The Parents’ Council wishes to thank everyone for their support on the night. €1900 was raised for the Zambia Project.
Our next fundraiser is a bag-pack in Eurospar, Newpark on Saturday 20th April and again all proceeds will go to Zambia. Anyone who might have an hour to spare and would like to help out can contact Claire on 0868587501. All help very much appreciated.
Music Festival
Well done to all those from the CBS who took part in the recent Music Festival in Kilkenny.
Hurling News
Congratulations to the Senior Hurlers and their mentors on winning the final of the Leinster Colleges Senior Hurling "A” Corn Ui Dhuill Cup by beating local rivals, St. Kieran’s College.
New Junior Cycle
Some members of the Council will attend an information meeting on 21st March 2013 on upcoming changes to the Junior Cycle. The meeting will be held in the Education Centre, Seville Lodge, Kilkenny and is being organised by the National Parents’ Council post primary (NPCpp). A report on the meeting will be in the April news.
February 2013 News
Whole School Evaluation - Management Leadership and Learning
Members of the Parents’ Council met with Inspectors as part of the Whole School Evaluation which took place recently in the school. The Council gave its full support to the management and staff of the school, leading up to and during the WSE.
Fundraiser for Zambia
Plans are underway for the fundraiser night in the Pembroke Hotel on Friday 8th March. Posters and tickets have been printed and are ready for distribution and sale. It will be a night of “Ceol, Caint agus Craic”. Mr. Gerry Moran will act as M.C. Mary, PRO, will promote the event through the local media and parish newsletters. It is hoped to attract a large crowd and raise as much money as possible for Zambia.
Subscription to Parents’ Council
Thank you to all parents who have paid the €5 annual subscription to the Parents’ Council to help us to offset expenses during the year. We very much appreciate the generosity shown by parents. Subscriptions can be paid at the Parent/Teacher Meetings, the AGM in October or through the school office.
New Members
The Parents’ Council is seeking new members. If you would like to join us please contact Claire on 0868587501 or Mary on 0863935499
Members of the Parents’ Council met with Inspectors as part of the Whole School Evaluation which took place recently in the school. The Council gave its full support to the management and staff of the school, leading up to and during the WSE.
Fundraiser for Zambia
Plans are underway for the fundraiser night in the Pembroke Hotel on Friday 8th March. Posters and tickets have been printed and are ready for distribution and sale. It will be a night of “Ceol, Caint agus Craic”. Mr. Gerry Moran will act as M.C. Mary, PRO, will promote the event through the local media and parish newsletters. It is hoped to attract a large crowd and raise as much money as possible for Zambia.
Subscription to Parents’ Council
Thank you to all parents who have paid the €5 annual subscription to the Parents’ Council to help us to offset expenses during the year. We very much appreciate the generosity shown by parents. Subscriptions can be paid at the Parent/Teacher Meetings, the AGM in October or through the school office.
New Members
The Parents’ Council is seeking new members. If you would like to join us please contact Claire on 0868587501 or Mary on 0863935499
Changes to the new Junior Cycle
The National Parents' Council post primary (NPCpp) is hosting an information evening in the Education Centre, Seville Lodge, Callan Road, Kilkenny on Thursday 21st March 2013 on the upcoming changes to the New Junior Cycle. There is no charge and all parents are welcome to attend. There will be light refreshments at 7.00pm and the meeting will be from 7.30pm until 9.30pm.
JANUARY 2013
PARENTS’ COUNCIL MEETING HELD ON 17TH JANUARY 2013
FUNDRAISER FOR ZAMBIA
Tickets for the fundraiser will be printed when the date is confirmed. At the moment we can say with some confidence that it will take place on Fri 8th March. We will be able to confirm shortly and tickets will be available for sale after our next meeting in early February. Mary Delahanty, PRO will organise advertising the event on local radio, in local papers and parish newsletters.
BAG-PACK
We were successful in our application for a Bagpack in Eurospar, Kilkenny, and this event will take place on Sat 20th April. All proceeds will go to the Zambian Immersion Project.
WHOLE SCHOOL EVALUATION-MLL
A Whole-School-Evaluation-MLL is taking place in the school on week starting the 4th February. Some members of the Parents' Council will be requested to meet with the inspectors and preparations for this meeting will begin immediately.
CYPER-BULLYING POLICY
A draft copy of the cyber-bullying policy for the school has been given to the members of the Parents' Council by Ms. Ann Walsh, for our perusal. Feedback will be given at the next meeting.
MOCK EXAMS
The mock exams will take place from Mon 28th January. The timetables are available on the website. We wish all students the very best of luck and hope all their hard work is rewarded.
FUNDRAISER FOR ZAMBIA
Tickets for the fundraiser will be printed when the date is confirmed. At the moment we can say with some confidence that it will take place on Fri 8th March. We will be able to confirm shortly and tickets will be available for sale after our next meeting in early February. Mary Delahanty, PRO will organise advertising the event on local radio, in local papers and parish newsletters.
BAG-PACK
We were successful in our application for a Bagpack in Eurospar, Kilkenny, and this event will take place on Sat 20th April. All proceeds will go to the Zambian Immersion Project.
WHOLE SCHOOL EVALUATION-MLL
A Whole-School-Evaluation-MLL is taking place in the school on week starting the 4th February. Some members of the Parents' Council will be requested to meet with the inspectors and preparations for this meeting will begin immediately.
CYPER-BULLYING POLICY
A draft copy of the cyber-bullying policy for the school has been given to the members of the Parents' Council by Ms. Ann Walsh, for our perusal. Feedback will be given at the next meeting.
MOCK EXAMS
The mock exams will take place from Mon 28th January. The timetables are available on the website. We wish all students the very best of luck and hope all their hard work is rewarded.
DECEMBER 2012
Bagpack Supervalu Loughboy
Mr. Pat Downey has requested the help of the Parents’ Council with bag packing in Supervalu, Loughboy on Wednesday 12th Dec. Claire, Samantha and Tim offered to assist this fundraising effort.
PARENTS’ COUNCIL FUNDRAISER FOR ZAMBIA
It was agreed at the 6th December meeting that the fundraiser will take place on Friday 8th March in the Pembroke Hotel at a time to be decided. It will be a night of CEOL, CAINT AGUS CRAIC. More details in the New Year.
EUROSPAR BAGPACK
The Parents’ Council has applied for a bagpack day in Eurospar, Kilkenny. We will hear if we are successful early in January. All proceeds will go towards Zambia.
NEW MEMBERS WELCOME
If any parent is interested in becoming a member of the CBS Parents’ Council, please contact Claire on 0868587501 or talk to us at any of the Parent Teacher Meetings.
Mr. Pat Downey has requested the help of the Parents’ Council with bag packing in Supervalu, Loughboy on Wednesday 12th Dec. Claire, Samantha and Tim offered to assist this fundraising effort.
PARENTS’ COUNCIL FUNDRAISER FOR ZAMBIA
It was agreed at the 6th December meeting that the fundraiser will take place on Friday 8th March in the Pembroke Hotel at a time to be decided. It will be a night of CEOL, CAINT AGUS CRAIC. More details in the New Year.
EUROSPAR BAGPACK
The Parents’ Council has applied for a bagpack day in Eurospar, Kilkenny. We will hear if we are successful early in January. All proceeds will go towards Zambia.
NEW MEMBERS WELCOME
If any parent is interested in becoming a member of the CBS Parents’ Council, please contact Claire on 0868587501 or talk to us at any of the Parent Teacher Meetings.
November 2012
STUDY SKILLS COURSE – SATURDAY 13TH OCTOBER 2012
A large number of students from 5th Year and 2nd Year attended the Study Skills Course which was held in the school on Saturday 13th October 2012. The Parents’ Council has organised this course for the past number of years, as it has always proven to be very beneficial to the students in terms of learning new skills in how to study, making timetables, setting goals, exam techniques, etc.
The Course went very well and the feedback was again very positive from the tutors who had nothing but good things to say about the students. The students themselves also reported that the course was very informative and presented extremely well by the tutors.
The Parents’ Council acknowledges the very nice gesture by the Student Council in sending a card of thanks to us for organising the course.
A large number of students from 5th Year and 2nd Year attended the Study Skills Course which was held in the school on Saturday 13th October 2012. The Parents’ Council has organised this course for the past number of years, as it has always proven to be very beneficial to the students in terms of learning new skills in how to study, making timetables, setting goals, exam techniques, etc.
The Course went very well and the feedback was again very positive from the tutors who had nothing but good things to say about the students. The students themselves also reported that the course was very informative and presented extremely well by the tutors.
The Parents’ Council acknowledges the very nice gesture by the Student Council in sending a card of thanks to us for organising the course.
ANTIBULLYING
If you would like information and support on bullying and its prevention, here are some links you might find helpful:
www.webwise.ie
www.abc.tcd.ie
Anti-Bullying Research Centre, Trinity College, Dublin, Tel No. (01) 8962573, 8963488
PSYCHOLOGY
Mr. David Coleman, psychologist, will be giving a talk in Heywood Community School, Ballinakill, Co. Laois on the subject of "Coping with Troublesome Teenagers" on Thursday 6th December 2012. Time not specified.
For further details email careersheywood@eircom.net
If you would like information and support on bullying and its prevention, here are some links you might find helpful:
www.webwise.ie
www.abc.tcd.ie
Anti-Bullying Research Centre, Trinity College, Dublin, Tel No. (01) 8962573, 8963488
PSYCHOLOGY
Mr. David Coleman, psychologist, will be giving a talk in Heywood Community School, Ballinakill, Co. Laois on the subject of "Coping with Troublesome Teenagers" on Thursday 6th December 2012. Time not specified.
For further details email careersheywood@eircom.net
TRAINING COURSE FOR MEMBERS OF PARENTS’ COUNCIL THURS 25TH OCT
The National Parents’ Council Post Primary organised a Training Course for members of Parents’ Councils which was held in Seville Lodge, Kilkenny on Thursday 25th October 2012. The course was very well organised and there was a large attendance including six members of the CBS Kilkenny Parents’ Council.
The presenters spoke about the necessity of having effective Parents’ Councils in schools, and gave advice on how to run meetings efficiently, effectively and promptly in an informal and friendly manner. They outlined the roles of the officers of the Council and spoke about the importance of members getting involved in the activities of the Council, and how other parents in the school who are not members, could get involved in projects and fundraising.
Other issues were touched on including Parents’ Councils Constitution, school policies, funding for Parents’ Councils and the different legislation that is in place relating to Parents’ Councils.
October 2012
AGM
The AGM of the Parents’ Council was held on Thursday 4th October 2012 at 7.30p.m. in the CBS. There was a good attendance at the meeting. The minutes of last year’s AGM were read and adopted. Following the meeting a talk was given by Teresa from the Aislinn Centre, Ballyragget on the subject of drug and alcohol addiction among adolescents. She emphasised what a huge problem this is in Ireland today and how it severely affects the lives of not only those addicted but also their families. It was very clear to those present that the Aislinn Centre plays a major role in helping these young people and their families overcome their difficulties and rebuild their lives.
During the evening Johnny spoke of his experiences as a drug addict and the consequences this had on him and his family. With help from the Aislinn Centre he overcame his addiction and turned his life around. Those present listened attentively to every word he said and were full of admiration for his bravery in sharing his life story with them.
Refreshments were then served and the evening concluded at 10.00p.m.
Aislinn Adolescent Addiction Centre,
Ballyragget,
Co. Kilkenny
Tel. 056 8833777
Email: info@aislinn.ie
Web: http://www.aislinn.ie/
The AGM of the Parents’ Council was held on Thursday 4th October 2012 at 7.30p.m. in the CBS. There was a good attendance at the meeting. The minutes of last year’s AGM were read and adopted. Following the meeting a talk was given by Teresa from the Aislinn Centre, Ballyragget on the subject of drug and alcohol addiction among adolescents. She emphasised what a huge problem this is in Ireland today and how it severely affects the lives of not only those addicted but also their families. It was very clear to those present that the Aislinn Centre plays a major role in helping these young people and their families overcome their difficulties and rebuild their lives.
During the evening Johnny spoke of his experiences as a drug addict and the consequences this had on him and his family. With help from the Aislinn Centre he overcame his addiction and turned his life around. Those present listened attentively to every word he said and were full of admiration for his bravery in sharing his life story with them.
Refreshments were then served and the evening concluded at 10.00p.m.
Aislinn Adolescent Addiction Centre,
Ballyragget,
Co. Kilkenny
Tel. 056 8833777
Email: info@aislinn.ie
Web: http://www.aislinn.ie/
SEPTEMBER 2012
Welcome back! We hope you all had an enjoyable summer despite the inclement weather!
First meeting of the new school year was held on Thursday 6th Sept.
The Officers for the year are:-
Chairperson: Claire Mahony
Secretary: Breda Brosnan
Treasurer: Eileen McGrath
Vice-chair: Liz Holohan
P.R.O: Mary Delahanty
Members:
Liz Holohan, Mary Delahanty, Helen Barrett, Geraldine Bourke, John Bourke, Donna Brennan
Margie Buckley, Theresa Buckley, Samantha Dolan, Mary Gaffney, Margo Holden, Carol Keenan, Alison Kehoe, Claire Keogh, Angela Ormond, Mairead Pierce, Tim Ryan, Martin Stapleton, Trish White.
“NEW LOOK” STUDENTS
The Parents’ Council welcomes the new school uniform and agrees that the students look very smart.
BR. SEAN MURPHY R.I.P.
The death took place on May 9th 2012 of Br. Sean Murphy, aged 92 years. Br. Murphy was Principal of the CBS Primary School. After retiring he continued to teach remedial maths in the school until he was 88 years old.
FUNDRAISING FOR ZAMBIA
Ideas are welcome for a fundraising event which will take place during the school year 2012-2013.
First meeting of the new school year was held on Thursday 6th Sept.
The Officers for the year are:-
Chairperson: Claire Mahony
Secretary: Breda Brosnan
Treasurer: Eileen McGrath
Vice-chair: Liz Holohan
P.R.O: Mary Delahanty
Members:
Liz Holohan, Mary Delahanty, Helen Barrett, Geraldine Bourke, John Bourke, Donna Brennan
Margie Buckley, Theresa Buckley, Samantha Dolan, Mary Gaffney, Margo Holden, Carol Keenan, Alison Kehoe, Claire Keogh, Angela Ormond, Mairead Pierce, Tim Ryan, Martin Stapleton, Trish White.
“NEW LOOK” STUDENTS
The Parents’ Council welcomes the new school uniform and agrees that the students look very smart.
BR. SEAN MURPHY R.I.P.
The death took place on May 9th 2012 of Br. Sean Murphy, aged 92 years. Br. Murphy was Principal of the CBS Primary School. After retiring he continued to teach remedial maths in the school until he was 88 years old.
FUNDRAISING FOR ZAMBIA
Ideas are welcome for a fundraising event which will take place during the school year 2012-2013.
PARENTS' COUNCIL ARCHIVE
CBS Parents Council News May 2012
AGM
The AGM. of the CBS Parents’ Council was held on Thursday 6th October 2011 in the school. There was very strong attendance at the meeting. The minutes of last year’s AGM were read and adopted. Following the meeting Mr Karl O’Reilly from AWARE spoke on the subject of depression and suicide. There was more than 70 people in attendance at this talk which was very interesting and informative. He outlined the signs and symptoms of depression and the different types of depression that can affect a person. There was interaction among the audience which was good as it encouraged people to think and give their opinions on different aspects of the talk.
At the end of the evening everyone enjoyed a chat over coffee and refreshments.
STUDY SKILLS COURSE
On Saturday 8th October more than 100 students attended a Study Skills Course in the school for 2nd Year and 5th Year students. The course was very well received and the students said they gained a lot from it in terms of how to study and get the most from study time. This course has been held for the past few years and it is anticipated that it will be held again next October, given the positive feedback both from the students themselves and also from the tutors who were very impressed with the students from the CBS.
CBS FUNDRAISER FOR ZAMBIA
As a rule, the Parents’ Council does not undertake any fundraising. However, this year we organised a fundraiser event for the school as part of its involvement in the CBS Zambia Immersion Project. In April 2012 a group of students and teachers travel to Zambia to see the work of the Christian Brothers there and to see what life is like for those less fortunate than themselves. The students will see first- hand how funds raised by them through non- uniform days, etc., have been used and will see in some instances how the quality of life for some people in Zambia has been improved as a result of their efforts.
After much deliberating, the Parents’ Council decided to hold a Style Night which would feature style, fashion advice, hair and makeup advice, tips on accessorising, etc. The event was held in the Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny on Thursday 13th October and fashion icon from Carlow, Ms. Faith Amond, was on hand to offer her expert advice on all aspects of fashion and style. McCauleys from High Street and Peter Marks, Market Cross, also offered advice on makeup and hair. We received much support from local businesses and had a great array of fabulous prizes for the raffle which was so attractive to the audience that more than 1600euros was raised in the raffle alone.
There was approx. 340 people in attendance in the Newpark Hotel for the Style Night. Claire Mahony, Chairperson, CBS Parents’ Council, started proceedings by welcoming everyone and then went on to briefly outline what the Zambia Immersion Project was all about.This was followed by a musical performance by a group of boys from the CBS who thoroughly entertained the audience and got a great reception. Ms. Faith Amond then took over and the remainder of the evening was all about style, fashion, hair and makeup. There were 10 models on the catwalk on the night, made up of teachers and Parents’ Council members. Mr. Tom Clarke, Principal of the CBS, spoke at the end of the evening and thanked everyone for their support and thanked the Parents’ Council for organising the event. He mentioned theCBS Zambia Immersion Project and referred to the WaSH Programme which is all about providing water, sanitation and hygiene to a number of schools in Zambia. The more funds that can be raised, the more schools can be helped through the WaSH Programme.
The Style Night was a terrific success and raised more than 6500euro. It was a great team effort by all on the Council and everyone should feel very proud of their efforts. The Council was very appreciative of the generosity of local businesses which kindly donated fabulous raffle prizes and those who helped in other ways through promotion of the event.
The night received a fantastic response from all who attended and the school is delighted with the monies raised for Zambia.
Well done to everyone!
PARENTS’ COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 2011
The first meeting of the school year following the AGM for 2010-2011 was held on Thursday 10th November and again there was a very good attendance on the night. Claire Mahony, Chairperson, Gerda McInerney, Secretary, Eileen McGrath, Treasurer, Mary Delahanty, PRO all agreed to stay on in their positions for the coming year. It was agreed that a vice Chairperson be appointed and Liz Holohan was deemed elected to this position.
After the meeting Mr. Tom Clarke, Principal, on behalf of the school, offered wine, tea, coffee and refreshments to all in appreciation of the efforts of the Parents’ Council in making the Style Night such a great success. The school was overwhelmed by the amount of monies raised and totally appreciative of the Parents’ Council and the work involved in organising the event.
In a Newsletter from the NPCpp, it was noted that Engineers Ireland are offering free maths grinds for Leaving Cert and Junior Cert Higher Level Maths. These grinds are being held in Dublin but for those who cannot attend they can watch on line at www.steps.ie
PHOTOS FOR WEBSITE
It is hoped to get photos from the school to put up on the website to make it more interesting and colourful! Watch this space!
USEFUL LINKS
National Parents Council, Post Primary:
www.npcpp.ie
Interesting topics which can be found on the include;
The AGM. of the CBS Parents’ Council was held on Thursday 6th October 2011 in the school. There was very strong attendance at the meeting. The minutes of last year’s AGM were read and adopted. Following the meeting Mr Karl O’Reilly from AWARE spoke on the subject of depression and suicide. There was more than 70 people in attendance at this talk which was very interesting and informative. He outlined the signs and symptoms of depression and the different types of depression that can affect a person. There was interaction among the audience which was good as it encouraged people to think and give their opinions on different aspects of the talk.
At the end of the evening everyone enjoyed a chat over coffee and refreshments.
STUDY SKILLS COURSE
On Saturday 8th October more than 100 students attended a Study Skills Course in the school for 2nd Year and 5th Year students. The course was very well received and the students said they gained a lot from it in terms of how to study and get the most from study time. This course has been held for the past few years and it is anticipated that it will be held again next October, given the positive feedback both from the students themselves and also from the tutors who were very impressed with the students from the CBS.
CBS FUNDRAISER FOR ZAMBIA
As a rule, the Parents’ Council does not undertake any fundraising. However, this year we organised a fundraiser event for the school as part of its involvement in the CBS Zambia Immersion Project. In April 2012 a group of students and teachers travel to Zambia to see the work of the Christian Brothers there and to see what life is like for those less fortunate than themselves. The students will see first- hand how funds raised by them through non- uniform days, etc., have been used and will see in some instances how the quality of life for some people in Zambia has been improved as a result of their efforts.
After much deliberating, the Parents’ Council decided to hold a Style Night which would feature style, fashion advice, hair and makeup advice, tips on accessorising, etc. The event was held in the Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny on Thursday 13th October and fashion icon from Carlow, Ms. Faith Amond, was on hand to offer her expert advice on all aspects of fashion and style. McCauleys from High Street and Peter Marks, Market Cross, also offered advice on makeup and hair. We received much support from local businesses and had a great array of fabulous prizes for the raffle which was so attractive to the audience that more than 1600euros was raised in the raffle alone.
There was approx. 340 people in attendance in the Newpark Hotel for the Style Night. Claire Mahony, Chairperson, CBS Parents’ Council, started proceedings by welcoming everyone and then went on to briefly outline what the Zambia Immersion Project was all about.This was followed by a musical performance by a group of boys from the CBS who thoroughly entertained the audience and got a great reception. Ms. Faith Amond then took over and the remainder of the evening was all about style, fashion, hair and makeup. There were 10 models on the catwalk on the night, made up of teachers and Parents’ Council members. Mr. Tom Clarke, Principal of the CBS, spoke at the end of the evening and thanked everyone for their support and thanked the Parents’ Council for organising the event. He mentioned theCBS Zambia Immersion Project and referred to the WaSH Programme which is all about providing water, sanitation and hygiene to a number of schools in Zambia. The more funds that can be raised, the more schools can be helped through the WaSH Programme.
The Style Night was a terrific success and raised more than 6500euro. It was a great team effort by all on the Council and everyone should feel very proud of their efforts. The Council was very appreciative of the generosity of local businesses which kindly donated fabulous raffle prizes and those who helped in other ways through promotion of the event.
The night received a fantastic response from all who attended and the school is delighted with the monies raised for Zambia.
Well done to everyone!
PARENTS’ COUNCIL MEETING NOVEMBER 2011
The first meeting of the school year following the AGM for 2010-2011 was held on Thursday 10th November and again there was a very good attendance on the night. Claire Mahony, Chairperson, Gerda McInerney, Secretary, Eileen McGrath, Treasurer, Mary Delahanty, PRO all agreed to stay on in their positions for the coming year. It was agreed that a vice Chairperson be appointed and Liz Holohan was deemed elected to this position.
After the meeting Mr. Tom Clarke, Principal, on behalf of the school, offered wine, tea, coffee and refreshments to all in appreciation of the efforts of the Parents’ Council in making the Style Night such a great success. The school was overwhelmed by the amount of monies raised and totally appreciative of the Parents’ Council and the work involved in organising the event.
In a Newsletter from the NPCpp, it was noted that Engineers Ireland are offering free maths grinds for Leaving Cert and Junior Cert Higher Level Maths. These grinds are being held in Dublin but for those who cannot attend they can watch on line at www.steps.ie
PHOTOS FOR WEBSITE
It is hoped to get photos from the school to put up on the website to make it more interesting and colourful! Watch this space!
USEFUL LINKS
National Parents Council, Post Primary:
www.npcpp.ie
Interesting topics which can be found on the include;
- A Parents Guide to Drugs
Developed by the Health Promotion Unit and the Department of Education and Science as part of The National Drugs Strategy www.drugsinfo.ie
- Sharing Experiences and Suggestions Around Alcohol & Substance Abuse
- - A Collaborative Guide For Parents A School & Community
Initiative Supported By National Parents Council Post Primary, Garda Siochana, National Association of Principals and Deputy Principals, Institute of Guidance Counsellors and the HSE
