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Parents' Council 2013-14
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.
Go to Archives for news from other academic years.
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.
Go to Archives for news from other academic years.
Parents' Council members 2013-14
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Claire Mahony
Eileen Mcgrath Mary Delahanty Martin Stapleton Liz Holohan Carol Keenan Tim Ryan Donal Higgins |
John Bourke
Donna Brennan Margie Buckley Margo Holden Claire Keogh Alison Kehoe Trish White Ann Kelly |
Mairead McMorrow
Mary Gildea Pat Breen John Manning Jo Brennan Kieran Kinchella Evelyn Murphy Susan Doherty |
PARENTS' COUNCIL News 2013-14
CBS ZAMBIAN IMMERSION PROJECT 2014, A Parents Council Perspective
On the 10th April 2014 I had the privilege of joining a group of students and teachers from the CBS on a ten day trip to Zambia to experience a little of what life is like for those far less fortunate than ourselves and to see what progress had been made in relation to the WaSH Programme 2012. The objective of the WaSH Programme (an acronym for Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) was to improve/provide these basic facilities in a number of schools. It was funded by a Government Agency called Misean Cara and also by the significant fundraising efforts of all involved in CBS Kilkenny.
We stayed with Bro. Mick O’Donoghue and two other Christian Brothers in Mufulira, Northern Zambia. Bro. Mick was a former Principal of the CBS Kilkenny and devotes his time now to helping the poor in Zambia. We spent many days travelling to remote - sometimes very remote - regions in Mufulira and surrounding areas, visiting the schools under the WaSH Programme to see the new facilities, new toilets, pumps, water tanks, etc. These schools are literally in the middle of nowhere. The terrain is absolutely horrendous - narrow dirt tracks full of pot holes, orange dust rising as we bump along under the midday sun. What it must be like in the rainy season, I cannot imagine. There is no public transport service, so children and teachers have to walk for miles each day to get to school. Vast unused areas of land lay out before us and every now and again, we could see a cluster of huts, some with torn canvas roofs and some with thatched roofs, scattered throughout the landscape. Then, as we drive on, little children appear through the tall dry grass which fringes the dirt-track, beaming with smiles that would melt your heart. As it is Easter time they have no school. They run alongside us – we are terrified they will get hurt – smiling, happy and laughing all the way. They have absolutely nothing – but somehow they are always happy.
As we walk through the schools and villages, little hands slip through our hands, and we quietly walk on, looking down every so often to see little people, laughing, happy and content to walk with us, hand in hand, feeling important and wanted. Many of these children are barefoot but it is no bother to them to walk along the gravel, pebble-strewn paths. This scene is replicated in each village and school we visit. We are pleased to see the new toilets for pupils and staff are up and running. We also see pumps offering clean drinking water to thirsty children. New water tanks are also evident. We are happy that, because of these improvements, life would be that bit easier for the children and staff in the schools. When we leave, the children run alongside us again as we drive off ……smiling and laughing as ever.
While it was great to see progress in these schools, Bro. Mick told us that vandalism was an issue in some of the schools due to lack of maintenance and security. The locals take the water from the tanks and use the toilet and shower facilities. I suppose given that these people have absolutely nothing, it is hard to blame them for taking and using the bare essentials that we take so much for granted on our side of the world.
What I was really impressed with while in Zambia was the Mother and Child Clinic in Murundu. While there, we had the opportunity to talk to the midwife who runs a very efficient, safe, clean maternity clinic for the mothers and babies. Many of these mothers are young teenage girls. She told us, after giving birth, the mother stays in the clinic with her baby and returns home after about 4 hours. The baby is assessed the following week, then at 6 weeks old and then at 6 months old. We had the opportunity to help weigh the babies and record their names and weight. There is a feeding programme for babies in this clinic also. Food is prepared on site on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays so it is great to see that the babies are well fed and looked after.
We also went to see the Orphanage and gave the Sisters some little gifts for the boys and girls. Many of them had gone to relatives for a few days so there were only a few children there when we called. They looked very well cared for, happy and content.
The Christian Brothers are involved in many other different projects in Zambia. Some of these projects include paying teachers, supplying books and improving toilet facilities in the Chibolya Community School. They also run a training centre in Murundu which we visited, and this Centre caters for those who have left school early. Training in metalwork, carpentry, building and motor mechanics is provided here for about 110 students. They are also involved in a feeding programme and help feed 130 poor families in Murundu and about 70 families in Mufulira.
The Brothers are also involved in housing the elderly and we had occasion to visit such a Unit. They have taken them from extremely poor circumstances to a place where they have a roof over their heads, water, toilets and electricity. However, these people are far from family and friends and they spend their days sitting outside their rooms on the steps, watching, staring, with the evidence of a life of hardship and poverty etched so clearly on their withered faces. These images will remain with me and the saying “a picture paints a thousand words” comes to mind.
There is no doubt that the Christian Brothers continue to need our help with raising funds for the many projects they are involved with currently and for new projects going forward , and I know the Parents’ Council will continue to help in this regard.
This has been an experience of a lifetime for me and I imagine for all those in the group. We travelled together, walked together, ate together, chatted together and laughed together. What a bunch of amazing people I had the fortune to be a part of and what shared memories we have to hold on to and cherish for always.
I can only say a big thank you to Principal, Tom Clarke, Pat Downey and the Zambian Immersion Project Committee for giving me this opportunity.
Claire Mahony, Chairperson, Parents Council
On the 10th April 2014 I had the privilege of joining a group of students and teachers from the CBS on a ten day trip to Zambia to experience a little of what life is like for those far less fortunate than ourselves and to see what progress had been made in relation to the WaSH Programme 2012. The objective of the WaSH Programme (an acronym for Water, Sanitation and Hygiene) was to improve/provide these basic facilities in a number of schools. It was funded by a Government Agency called Misean Cara and also by the significant fundraising efforts of all involved in CBS Kilkenny.
We stayed with Bro. Mick O’Donoghue and two other Christian Brothers in Mufulira, Northern Zambia. Bro. Mick was a former Principal of the CBS Kilkenny and devotes his time now to helping the poor in Zambia. We spent many days travelling to remote - sometimes very remote - regions in Mufulira and surrounding areas, visiting the schools under the WaSH Programme to see the new facilities, new toilets, pumps, water tanks, etc. These schools are literally in the middle of nowhere. The terrain is absolutely horrendous - narrow dirt tracks full of pot holes, orange dust rising as we bump along under the midday sun. What it must be like in the rainy season, I cannot imagine. There is no public transport service, so children and teachers have to walk for miles each day to get to school. Vast unused areas of land lay out before us and every now and again, we could see a cluster of huts, some with torn canvas roofs and some with thatched roofs, scattered throughout the landscape. Then, as we drive on, little children appear through the tall dry grass which fringes the dirt-track, beaming with smiles that would melt your heart. As it is Easter time they have no school. They run alongside us – we are terrified they will get hurt – smiling, happy and laughing all the way. They have absolutely nothing – but somehow they are always happy.
As we walk through the schools and villages, little hands slip through our hands, and we quietly walk on, looking down every so often to see little people, laughing, happy and content to walk with us, hand in hand, feeling important and wanted. Many of these children are barefoot but it is no bother to them to walk along the gravel, pebble-strewn paths. This scene is replicated in each village and school we visit. We are pleased to see the new toilets for pupils and staff are up and running. We also see pumps offering clean drinking water to thirsty children. New water tanks are also evident. We are happy that, because of these improvements, life would be that bit easier for the children and staff in the schools. When we leave, the children run alongside us again as we drive off ……smiling and laughing as ever.
While it was great to see progress in these schools, Bro. Mick told us that vandalism was an issue in some of the schools due to lack of maintenance and security. The locals take the water from the tanks and use the toilet and shower facilities. I suppose given that these people have absolutely nothing, it is hard to blame them for taking and using the bare essentials that we take so much for granted on our side of the world.
What I was really impressed with while in Zambia was the Mother and Child Clinic in Murundu. While there, we had the opportunity to talk to the midwife who runs a very efficient, safe, clean maternity clinic for the mothers and babies. Many of these mothers are young teenage girls. She told us, after giving birth, the mother stays in the clinic with her baby and returns home after about 4 hours. The baby is assessed the following week, then at 6 weeks old and then at 6 months old. We had the opportunity to help weigh the babies and record their names and weight. There is a feeding programme for babies in this clinic also. Food is prepared on site on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays so it is great to see that the babies are well fed and looked after.
We also went to see the Orphanage and gave the Sisters some little gifts for the boys and girls. Many of them had gone to relatives for a few days so there were only a few children there when we called. They looked very well cared for, happy and content.
The Christian Brothers are involved in many other different projects in Zambia. Some of these projects include paying teachers, supplying books and improving toilet facilities in the Chibolya Community School. They also run a training centre in Murundu which we visited, and this Centre caters for those who have left school early. Training in metalwork, carpentry, building and motor mechanics is provided here for about 110 students. They are also involved in a feeding programme and help feed 130 poor families in Murundu and about 70 families in Mufulira.
The Brothers are also involved in housing the elderly and we had occasion to visit such a Unit. They have taken them from extremely poor circumstances to a place where they have a roof over their heads, water, toilets and electricity. However, these people are far from family and friends and they spend their days sitting outside their rooms on the steps, watching, staring, with the evidence of a life of hardship and poverty etched so clearly on their withered faces. These images will remain with me and the saying “a picture paints a thousand words” comes to mind.
There is no doubt that the Christian Brothers continue to need our help with raising funds for the many projects they are involved with currently and for new projects going forward , and I know the Parents’ Council will continue to help in this regard.
This has been an experience of a lifetime for me and I imagine for all those in the group. We travelled together, walked together, ate together, chatted together and laughed together. What a bunch of amazing people I had the fortune to be a part of and what shared memories we have to hold on to and cherish for always.
I can only say a big thank you to Principal, Tom Clarke, Pat Downey and the Zambian Immersion Project Committee for giving me this opportunity.
Claire Mahony, Chairperson, Parents Council
March 2014 News
Key aspects of the seminar include:-
- Well done to our Senior Hurlers who won the Leinster Colleges Final v St. Kieran’s College on the 9th March 2014. They qualified for the All-Ireland Colleges Semi-final V Scoil na Trionoide Naofa, Doon which was played on the 22nd March 2014 in Templemore. They were again successful. They now play an All-Ireland Colleges Final in early April.. Hopefully it will be third time lucky for the CBS. Good Luck to all involved.
- Our Junior Hurlers will play an All-Ireland Colleges U16 ½ Final V Middleton in Dungarvan, Co. Waterford on Sat. 29th March 2014. We wish the players and their mentors the very best of luck.
- Change of Officers – Margie Buckley will take over as Secretary next school year and it is hoped that the roles of Treasurer and Chairperson will also be filled.
- The Study Skills Course will take place again next October and forms will go out to parents early May.
- The National Parents’ Council Post Primary (NPCpp) will hold a Seminar on “The Challenge of Change” in the Killeshin Hotel, Portlaoise on Sat 29th March 2014 from 10.15am to 1.30pm.
Key aspects of the seminar include:-
- Review of the framework for the Junior Cycle
- Areas of change – assessment, certification and moderation
- Roll out of change – what this will mean for the student and parent
- Anyone interested, register in advance at npcpp@eircom.net
February 2014 News
- We were not successful in our application for a bag pack in Eurospar, Newpark
- A great night was had at our “Ceol, Caint agus Craic” fundraiser event in the Pembroke Hotel on Friday 28th Feb. We raised €2366 for the CBS Zambia Immersion Project. We would like to thank all those who supported us on the night – the musicians, especially the CBS Choir and their music teacher, Ms. Mandy Dowling. Thank you to the Pembroke Hotel for their kind hospitality, to all those who donated prizes for the raffle and of course to all parents and friends who came along on the night.
- The trip to Germany for the Transition Year students took place this month. It was a great experience for the students and everything went really well. A terrific time was had by all.
- The Council is considering ideas for a speaker for our AGM which will be held in October 2014. We will hopefully have decided on a name before we break up for the summer. If anyone has any ideas for a speaker, please contact any of the Parents’ Council members.
February Event 2014
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The CBS Secondary School Parent’s Council present Ceol, Caint agus Craic arís in The Pembroke Hotel on Friday 28th February next at 8.30pm. All proceeds go to the CBS Zambia Immersion project.
Featuring CBS Choir, Jazz Band and Local Musicians. Tickets €5-00 from 086-8587501 or 086-3935466 or just come to the door. |
January 2014 News
Dates for your diary
Fundraiser for Zambia
Venue The Pembroke Hotel, Patrick Street, Kilkenny
Date Friday 28th February 2014
Time 8.30p.m.
This will be a similar night to last year’s event which was really enjoyable and good fun. There will be music from members of the school choir, school jazz group and from local musicians. The price of the tickets will be €5 again. Great raffle prizes too!! It should be a great night. Please come along and support us. Tickets will be printed soon and can be obtained from anyone on the Parents’ Council. Contact Claire on 0868587501 or Mary on 0863935499 for further details.
Course for Parents of children aged 9 – 17
The Parents’ Council wishes to bring the undermentioned to the notice of parents:-
A free 8-Week Course for parents of children aged between 9 and 17 years of age will commence shortly in Carlow and Kilkenny.
The title of the Course is “Family Communication and Self Esteem”. Its aim is to support parents in building good relationships with their children.
Venue: St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Loughboy, Kilkenny
Date/Time: Friday Mornings, 10 - 12.30pm, 14th Feb – 4th April 2014
For further information or to book a place contact Meabh McGuinness on 0871260979 by text or email Meabh.McGuinness@hse.ie
- Congratulations to the Senior and Junior CBS students who did so well in the Young Scientists Exhibition recently.
- No reply received as yet to our application to Eurospar to hold a bagback.
- Plans underway for our Fundraiser event for Zambia – see below
- Under 16 1/2 hurlers and their mentors and trainers are back in training this week (Jan 22nd) as they begin their buildup to the All Ireland Colleges Semi Finals in early March.
Dates for your diary
Fundraiser for Zambia
Venue The Pembroke Hotel, Patrick Street, Kilkenny
Date Friday 28th February 2014
Time 8.30p.m.
This will be a similar night to last year’s event which was really enjoyable and good fun. There will be music from members of the school choir, school jazz group and from local musicians. The price of the tickets will be €5 again. Great raffle prizes too!! It should be a great night. Please come along and support us. Tickets will be printed soon and can be obtained from anyone on the Parents’ Council. Contact Claire on 0868587501 or Mary on 0863935499 for further details.
Course for Parents of children aged 9 – 17
The Parents’ Council wishes to bring the undermentioned to the notice of parents:-
A free 8-Week Course for parents of children aged between 9 and 17 years of age will commence shortly in Carlow and Kilkenny.
The title of the Course is “Family Communication and Self Esteem”. Its aim is to support parents in building good relationships with their children.
Venue: St. Patrick’s Parish Centre, Loughboy, Kilkenny
Date/Time: Friday Mornings, 10 - 12.30pm, 14th Feb – 4th April 2014
For further information or to book a place contact Meabh McGuinness on 0871260979 by text or email Meabh.McGuinness@hse.ie
November 2013 News
The Parents’ Council met on Thursday 7th November at 7.30pm. Claire Mahony, Chairperson, welcomed new members, John, Jo, Pat and Kieran and said she hoped they would enjoy their time on the Council.
6th Year Parent Teacher Meeting
The 6th Year Parent Teacher meeting will take place from 1.40pm to 3.40pm on Tuesday 12th November 2013. Three members are required to help with subscriptions, teas/coffees etc. at these meetings, but the change of time makes this difficult. The collection of our €5 subscriptions is vitally important so Claire and Eileen will attend on the 12th for this purpose and of course will be available to make a cup of tea/coffee should any teacher require one.
Claire and Eileen will attend the Annual Conference of the National Parents Council post primary on the 8th-9th November 2013 in the Ormonde Hotel Kilkenny and will give a report on it at the December meeting.
Change of Meeting Night
The Parents’ Council agreed to change its meeting night from the first Thursday of every month to the first Monday of every month and to meet at the earlier time of 7.30pm.
Fundraising for Zambia
The Council agreed to go with the idea of a Music Night – similar to last year – which will probably take place in February 2014. Claire will check with Ms. Mandy Dowling, Music Teacher regarding input from the students on the night and will also check with the school regarding the best time to hold the event, taking into account the Mock Exams, Mid-Term, German Trip.
Locker Problems
The problem of locker allocation was raised – this is an issue of concern every September and solving it is proving very difficult for all concerned. Some concerns relate to length of time before a locker is allocated to a student and the distinction between an “A or B” locker and a “D” locker. Claire will speak to the Principal and the Council may decide to set up a sub-committee to look into this matter and perhaps see how other schools manage their locker allocation, etc.
Leinster Schools Final
The Council recorded its congratulations to the CBS Under 16 ½ Hurling Team who defeated St. Peters of Wexford in the Leinster Colleges Final which took place recently in New Ross. Very well done to all concerned, hurlers and managers, and we wish you well as you go through to the All-Ireland Semi-final next March 2014.
Link to Newsletter from the NPCpp – www.npcpp.ie
The Parents’ Council met on Thursday 7th November at 7.30pm. Claire Mahony, Chairperson, welcomed new members, John, Jo, Pat and Kieran and said she hoped they would enjoy their time on the Council.
6th Year Parent Teacher Meeting
The 6th Year Parent Teacher meeting will take place from 1.40pm to 3.40pm on Tuesday 12th November 2013. Three members are required to help with subscriptions, teas/coffees etc. at these meetings, but the change of time makes this difficult. The collection of our €5 subscriptions is vitally important so Claire and Eileen will attend on the 12th for this purpose and of course will be available to make a cup of tea/coffee should any teacher require one.
Claire and Eileen will attend the Annual Conference of the National Parents Council post primary on the 8th-9th November 2013 in the Ormonde Hotel Kilkenny and will give a report on it at the December meeting.
Change of Meeting Night
The Parents’ Council agreed to change its meeting night from the first Thursday of every month to the first Monday of every month and to meet at the earlier time of 7.30pm.
Fundraising for Zambia
The Council agreed to go with the idea of a Music Night – similar to last year – which will probably take place in February 2014. Claire will check with Ms. Mandy Dowling, Music Teacher regarding input from the students on the night and will also check with the school regarding the best time to hold the event, taking into account the Mock Exams, Mid-Term, German Trip.
Locker Problems
The problem of locker allocation was raised – this is an issue of concern every September and solving it is proving very difficult for all concerned. Some concerns relate to length of time before a locker is allocated to a student and the distinction between an “A or B” locker and a “D” locker. Claire will speak to the Principal and the Council may decide to set up a sub-committee to look into this matter and perhaps see how other schools manage their locker allocation, etc.
Leinster Schools Final
The Council recorded its congratulations to the CBS Under 16 ½ Hurling Team who defeated St. Peters of Wexford in the Leinster Colleges Final which took place recently in New Ross. Very well done to all concerned, hurlers and managers, and we wish you well as you go through to the All-Ireland Semi-final next March 2014.
Link to Newsletter from the NPCpp – www.npcpp.ie
October 2013 News
The AGM of the Parents’ Council was held on Thursday 3rd October 2013 at 7.30p.m. in the school. There was a very good attendance on the night. Claire Mahony, Chairperson, welcomed everyone to the meeting and then introduced Mr. Clarke, Principal, who gave a brief review of the past school year, touching on areas such as school policies, subject inspections, Whole School Evaluation, Management, Leadership and Learning, which took place last February, and improved school facilities. Claire then outlined the role of the Parents’ Council and explained how it is a vital link between home and school and strengthens the line of communication between the two. She then gave a brief summary of the activities of the Council during the past school year. She thanked all those who pay the €5 annual subscription which helps to defray costs incurred by the Council. Claire finally invited new members on to the Council and said that names will be taken during the evening.
Two new Board of Management parent representatives were elected on the night following nominations sent in to the school. They are:-
John Ryan
Liz Reade
Following the AGM, Claire introduced the Guest Speaker who was Chris Lyons, from McAfee in Cork, who spoke on the subject of “Cyber Bullying and the Importance of Internet Safety”. This was a most interesting, informative and entertaining talk and the audience really enjoyed it and complimented Chris on his presentation.
The evening concluded with tea/coffee and refreshments.
The next meeting of the Parents’ Council will be held on Thursday November 7th 2013 at 8.00p.m in the school.
National Parents’ Council Post Primary Annual Conference
The National Parents’ Council Post Primary will hold its Annual Conference in Kilkenny on the 8th and 9th of November 2013.
Venue: Ormonde Hotel, Kilkenny
Theme: “Parents, Your Role In These Changing Times”
There will be a range of speakers and workshops organised. Mr. Ruairi Quinn T.D., Minister for Education, will address the conference delegates. Dr. Fergus Heffernan will give an engaging talk full of practical advice on understanding the well-being of teenagers. There will also be a talk on how to “Beat the Bully”.
Contact Sandra for further information on 018302740 or email conference@npcpp.ie
The AGM of the Parents’ Council was held on Thursday 3rd October 2013 at 7.30p.m. in the school. There was a very good attendance on the night. Claire Mahony, Chairperson, welcomed everyone to the meeting and then introduced Mr. Clarke, Principal, who gave a brief review of the past school year, touching on areas such as school policies, subject inspections, Whole School Evaluation, Management, Leadership and Learning, which took place last February, and improved school facilities. Claire then outlined the role of the Parents’ Council and explained how it is a vital link between home and school and strengthens the line of communication between the two. She then gave a brief summary of the activities of the Council during the past school year. She thanked all those who pay the €5 annual subscription which helps to defray costs incurred by the Council. Claire finally invited new members on to the Council and said that names will be taken during the evening.
Two new Board of Management parent representatives were elected on the night following nominations sent in to the school. They are:-
John Ryan
Liz Reade
Following the AGM, Claire introduced the Guest Speaker who was Chris Lyons, from McAfee in Cork, who spoke on the subject of “Cyber Bullying and the Importance of Internet Safety”. This was a most interesting, informative and entertaining talk and the audience really enjoyed it and complimented Chris on his presentation.
The evening concluded with tea/coffee and refreshments.
The next meeting of the Parents’ Council will be held on Thursday November 7th 2013 at 8.00p.m in the school.
National Parents’ Council Post Primary Annual Conference
The National Parents’ Council Post Primary will hold its Annual Conference in Kilkenny on the 8th and 9th of November 2013.
Venue: Ormonde Hotel, Kilkenny
Theme: “Parents, Your Role In These Changing Times”
There will be a range of speakers and workshops organised. Mr. Ruairi Quinn T.D., Minister for Education, will address the conference delegates. Dr. Fergus Heffernan will give an engaging talk full of practical advice on understanding the well-being of teenagers. There will also be a talk on how to “Beat the Bully”.
Contact Sandra for further information on 018302740 or email conference@npcpp.ie
September 2013 News
Welcome Back!
We hope you all had a really great summer and enjoyed the lovely sunshine! It’s back to business once again. The Parents’ Council held its first meeting of the school year on Thursday 5th September.
The officers for the year are:
Chairperson: Claire Mahony
Secretary: Mary Delahanty/Carol Keenan
Treasurer: Eileen McGrath
Vice Chair: Liz Holohan
PRO: Martin Stapleton
We would like to thank Breda Brosnan, our outgoing Secretary, for all her hard work during the year and wish her well in the future.
NEW MEMBERS WELCOME!!!
Retirement
The Parents’ Council would like to pass on its best wishes to Mr. John Flynn on his retirement. A
card and token of our appreciation will be sent to him in acknowledgement.
Upcoming Events
Thursday 3rd October 2013
The AGM of the Parents’ Council will take place at 7.30p.m. on Thursday 3rd October in the school. It would be great to see as many parents as possible in attendance. Following the meeting at 8.00p.m. Mr. Chris Lyons from McAfee in Cork will speak on the subject of “Cyber Bullying and the Importance of Internet Safety”. This should be a very interesting and informative talk on a subject which is of great importance to all parents. Everyone welcome.
Welcome Back!
We hope you all had a really great summer and enjoyed the lovely sunshine! It’s back to business once again. The Parents’ Council held its first meeting of the school year on Thursday 5th September.
The officers for the year are:
Chairperson: Claire Mahony
Secretary: Mary Delahanty/Carol Keenan
Treasurer: Eileen McGrath
Vice Chair: Liz Holohan
PRO: Martin Stapleton
We would like to thank Breda Brosnan, our outgoing Secretary, for all her hard work during the year and wish her well in the future.
NEW MEMBERS WELCOME!!!
Retirement
The Parents’ Council would like to pass on its best wishes to Mr. John Flynn on his retirement. A
card and token of our appreciation will be sent to him in acknowledgement.
Upcoming Events
Thursday 3rd October 2013
The AGM of the Parents’ Council will take place at 7.30p.m. on Thursday 3rd October in the school. It would be great to see as many parents as possible in attendance. Following the meeting at 8.00p.m. Mr. Chris Lyons from McAfee in Cork will speak on the subject of “Cyber Bullying and the Importance of Internet Safety”. This should be a very interesting and informative talk on a subject which is of great importance to all parents. Everyone welcome.
Eileen McGrath, Claire Mahony and Mary Delahanty
Saturday 12th October 2013
We will be holding our annual Study Skills Course for 2nd years and 5th Years on Saturday 12th October 2013 in the school. This course is run by professional tutors from Student Enrichment Services in Dublin and has always received positive feedback from the students. It is a half day course for 2nd Years and a full day course for 5th Years. We have received, with thanks, all the fees from the parents whose sons are attending on the day. A letter will go out early October giving details about exact times, what to bring, etc. There are still a few places on the Junior Cycle Course but the Senior Course is fully booked. Please contact Claire on 0868587501 or the school office if interested.
INFORMATION EVENING
The Parents’ Council would like to draw your attention to the following:
The HSE Occupational Guidance Service has arranged an information evening for parents and students with disabilities/additional support needs, who will be leaving school in 2014 and 2015 and may require on-going support to make the transition to adult day services/vocational/educational services.
Venue: St. Patrick’s School, Kells Road, Kilkenny
Date: 18th September 2013
Time: 7 – 9pm
Please contact Mr. Joe Meany on 087 6590784 or joe.meany@hse.ie if you will be attending on the night.
PARENTING COURSE
There will be a FREE 8 week parenting course in Desart House, New Street, Kilkenny beginning on 27th September 2013 for parents of 9 – 17 year olds. Please contact Meabh McGuinness, Health Promotion Officer, HSE on 056 7761400, or 087 1260979 for details.
Anti-Bullying Training Programme for Parents
The National Parents' Council Primary and National Parents' Council Post Primary will be delivering a new Anti-Bullying Training Programme for parents of primary and post primary school children. The session will enable parents to support their children regarding the issue of bullying and will also inform them about the new anti bullying procedures that have been issued to schools. This training programme is free of charge and everyone is welcome. The session will last for two hours and is for PARENTS ONLY.
Details for Kilkenny Area:
Venue. Springhill Hotel, Waterford Road
Date. Tuesday 15th October 2013
Time. 7.30pm
To register please email : training@npc.ie or call 018874475
We will be holding our annual Study Skills Course for 2nd years and 5th Years on Saturday 12th October 2013 in the school. This course is run by professional tutors from Student Enrichment Services in Dublin and has always received positive feedback from the students. It is a half day course for 2nd Years and a full day course for 5th Years. We have received, with thanks, all the fees from the parents whose sons are attending on the day. A letter will go out early October giving details about exact times, what to bring, etc. There are still a few places on the Junior Cycle Course but the Senior Course is fully booked. Please contact Claire on 0868587501 or the school office if interested.
INFORMATION EVENING
The Parents’ Council would like to draw your attention to the following:
The HSE Occupational Guidance Service has arranged an information evening for parents and students with disabilities/additional support needs, who will be leaving school in 2014 and 2015 and may require on-going support to make the transition to adult day services/vocational/educational services.
Venue: St. Patrick’s School, Kells Road, Kilkenny
Date: 18th September 2013
Time: 7 – 9pm
Please contact Mr. Joe Meany on 087 6590784 or joe.meany@hse.ie if you will be attending on the night.
PARENTING COURSE
There will be a FREE 8 week parenting course in Desart House, New Street, Kilkenny beginning on 27th September 2013 for parents of 9 – 17 year olds. Please contact Meabh McGuinness, Health Promotion Officer, HSE on 056 7761400, or 087 1260979 for details.
Anti-Bullying Training Programme for Parents
The National Parents' Council Primary and National Parents' Council Post Primary will be delivering a new Anti-Bullying Training Programme for parents of primary and post primary school children. The session will enable parents to support their children regarding the issue of bullying and will also inform them about the new anti bullying procedures that have been issued to schools. This training programme is free of charge and everyone is welcome. The session will last for two hours and is for PARENTS ONLY.
Details for Kilkenny Area:
Venue. Springhill Hotel, Waterford Road
Date. Tuesday 15th October 2013
Time. 7.30pm
To register please email : training@npc.ie or call 018874475
