Welcome to the Parents' Council Webpage of CBS Kilkenny
CBS Kilkenny Parents’ Council meets on the first Thursday of every month. The meetings are generally very informative and easy going, and usually last for about an hour. Meetings are attended by the Principal as well as a teacher representative.
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. 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 and occasional speakers during the year, presenting the best Junior and Leaving Certificate students with a prize at the end of the year and providing much needed refreshments at the Parent Teacher Meetings. We also acknowledge the retirement of staff members. We also are involved in a collaborative project between the school and prospective employers in the Kilkenny area to draw up a Transition Year experience database.
We ask that each family please pay a subscription of €5 towards the Parents Council each year. This money is normally paid at either the AGM or at the Parent/Teacher meetings throughout the year. The Parents Council uses this money to fund its activities throughout the year.
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. 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 and occasional speakers during the year, presenting the best Junior and Leaving Certificate students with a prize at the end of the year and providing much needed refreshments at the Parent Teacher Meetings. We also acknowledge the retirement of staff members. We also are involved in a collaborative project between the school and prospective employers in the Kilkenny area to draw up a Transition Year experience database.
We ask that each family please pay a subscription of €5 towards the Parents Council each year. This money is normally paid at either the AGM or at the Parent/Teacher meetings throughout the year. The Parents Council uses this money to fund its activities throughout the year.
Go to archives for news from other academic years.
Parents' Council members (2017 - 2018)
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Committee Members:
Chairperson: Lucy Heary Secretary: Claire Brennan Treasurer: John Bourke |
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PARENTS' COUNCIL News 2017 - 2018
CBS Kilkenny Parents Council 2017 - 2018
UPCOMING EVENTS: March 2018
CLICK HERE for all the photos and details of the American Tea Party.
Fantastic night!
AMERICA TEA PARTY NEW DATE:
The American Tea Party has been rescheduled to the evening of Wednesday 23rd May at 7.30pm. Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to meeting you all on what promises to be a great night.
AMERICAN TEA PARTY POSTPONED.........................
As a mark of respect to the family of the late Colm Dunne and the school community, the American Tea Party due to take place on Thursday 26th April has been postponed.
At Dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
American Tea Party April 26 2018
With only 6 weeks to go before the American Tea Party social night on Thursday 26 April, and with over half the tables already booked, please make sure you book your table soon!
There will be a great raffle on the night, entertainment as well as spot prizes – and all funds raised go towards our new school campus.
Please remember there’s also limited table space available for those who may not wish to host a table, so don’t delay, and contact Claire at 086-8203534 or Vivienne at 087-2801689
See full details below
Fantastic night!
AMERICA TEA PARTY NEW DATE:
The American Tea Party has been rescheduled to the evening of Wednesday 23rd May at 7.30pm. Thank you for your understanding and we look forward to meeting you all on what promises to be a great night.
AMERICAN TEA PARTY POSTPONED.........................
As a mark of respect to the family of the late Colm Dunne and the school community, the American Tea Party due to take place on Thursday 26th April has been postponed.
At Dheis Dé go raibh a anam dílis.
American Tea Party April 26 2018
With only 6 weeks to go before the American Tea Party social night on Thursday 26 April, and with over half the tables already booked, please make sure you book your table soon!
There will be a great raffle on the night, entertainment as well as spot prizes – and all funds raised go towards our new school campus.
Please remember there’s also limited table space available for those who may not wish to host a table, so don’t delay, and contact Claire at 086-8203534 or Vivienne at 087-2801689
See full details below
FEED THE BRAIN
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Well done to those who braved the inclement weather on Wed March 14 2018 to attend the really interesting presentation by Jackie Varley, Optimal Health on Healthy Eating for our Sons. Plenty of inspiration on how to liven up the lunchbox and eating well for exams.
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Parents Council: minutes of meeting 8 May 2018
The meeting opened with a prayer,
The Parents Council wishes to express their deepest sympathies to the Dunne Family on the recent passing of Colm, a most special and talented CBS student. He will be greatly missed by the whole School Community.
Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilís.
Principals Report
Mr Clarke requested the Council to review a number of school policies.
Teachers Report
Mr Hanley updated the Parents Council on recent successes by students including:
Chairperson Address
In her final meeting as Chairperson, Lucy expressed her thanks to all Committee Members for their work over the years. Lucy thanked John Bourke in particular for his steadfast work as Treasurer over the past 4 years.
A general discussion took place on the following
The Parents Council would like to wish all examination students the very best in their exams next month, and best wishes to all Staff and Students for a happy and healthy Summer break.
The meeting opened with a prayer,
The Parents Council wishes to express their deepest sympathies to the Dunne Family on the recent passing of Colm, a most special and talented CBS student. He will be greatly missed by the whole School Community.
Ar Dheis Dé go raibh a anam dilís.
Principals Report
Mr Clarke requested the Council to review a number of school policies.
Teachers Report
Mr Hanley updated the Parents Council on recent successes by students including:
- Student Enterprise Award winners in Croke Park
- U 14.5 hurlers victorious in the Rice Cup
- Michael Rafter and Jack Murphy TY students, win an Environmental Award at Scifest in WIT
- Andrew Stone (6th yr) and Sam Cullen (5th Yr) award winners at the Kilkenny Education Centre Poetry competition
Chairperson Address
In her final meeting as Chairperson, Lucy expressed her thanks to all Committee Members for their work over the years. Lucy thanked John Bourke in particular for his steadfast work as Treasurer over the past 4 years.
- It is hoped to run the 1st year Meet and Greet event again in the Bialann in August.
- Particular tribute paid to the dedication of CBS teachers; in providing extra classes for exam students, and hurling trainers giving up their free time for training/matches. Thanks to Ken, our dedicated caretaker, who is always helpful and obliging.
- PC aspirations for next year: Aim to welcome non-national families and to encourage social connections and support.
A general discussion took place on the following
- It was agreed to provide the Parents Council sponsored awards as usual this year for the best Junior Cert and Best Leaving Certificate student from 2017.
- A second-hand book sale and uniform sale (in a car boot sale format) will be arranged for June 2019, in consultation with the school.
- It is hoped to run a Parenting Course in the school in conjunction with the HSE in the new school year.
- Update given on the Parent Council major fundraiser of the year, the American Tea Party taking place on Wednesday 23 May
The Parents Council would like to wish all examination students the very best in their exams next month, and best wishes to all Staff and Students for a happy and healthy Summer break.
Parents Council: minutes of meeting 10 April 2018
The meeting opened with a prayer
Principal's Report
Mr Clarke updated the Council on the new Junior Cycle programme. He also requested the Council to review certain school policies.
Teacher's Report
Next meeting to take place on Tuesday 8 May 2018.
The meeting opened with a prayer
Principal's Report
Mr Clarke updated the Council on the new Junior Cycle programme. He also requested the Council to review certain school policies.
Teacher's Report
- 1st and 2nd year basketball teams have qualified for the All Ireland series.
- A group of TY students completed work experience with the Army
- TY Drama group performed in St Andrews Drama Festival in Dublin, with Cathal Eustace winning a Best Actor award
- TY students very busy with their Gaisce overnight trip as well as completing a Personal Safety/Self Defence course and finalising their e portfolio interviews.
- In Hurling the U 14.5 hurlers will be competing in the Rice Cup
- 23 students in TY will participate in Scifest in WIT on 1 May where they will exhibit their projects across a range of scientific disciplines
- An update was given on the Parents Council major fundraiser of the year, the American Tea Party. **(Event now re-scheduled to Wed 23 May)
- Sincere thanks was expressed by the Parents Council to teachers for the support given in both extra-curricular activities and additional classes for exam students
Next meeting to take place on Tuesday 8 May 2018.
Parents Council: Minutes of meeting 13 March 2018
The Chairperson welcomed all present and the meeting opened with a prayer.
Teachers Report
Chairpersons Report
The next meeting will take place on Tues 10 April at 730pm All welcome.Parent Council meeting 13 March 2018
The Chairperson welcomed all present and the meeting opened with a prayer.
Teachers Report
Chairpersons Report
The next meeting will take place on Tues 10 April at 730pm All welcome.
Parent Council meeting 13 March 2018
The Chairperson welcomed all present and the meeting opened with a prayer.
Teachers Report
Chairpersons Report
The next meeting will take place on Tues 10 April at 730pm All welcome.
The Chairperson welcomed all present and the meeting opened with a prayer.
Teachers Report
- Mr Brendan Hanley gave the teacher's report and update on the many activities taking place throughout the school, such as All Ireland Drama, Hurling, TY Enterprise, basketball, golf and the School Choirs. Congratulations to all students and teachers involved.
- TY students are preparing for their Gaisce adventure journey, taking place on 12 April. Cairdeas team training for next year will also start in mid-April.
Chairpersons Report
- A number of school policies were presented to the Parent Council for review.
- The forthcoming American Tea Party on Thursday 26 April was discussed. The sub committee responsible have been busy over the past few weeks preparing for the event. Some tables are still available. Contact Claire at 086-8203534 if interested in supporting the event, if you can donate a raffle prize, or if you can volunteer to help out on the night.
- In conjunction with Wellbeing Week, the Parents Council organised a series of talks by Jackie Varley of Optimal Health Kilkenny to exam students on the principles of healthy eating and the important link between exam performance and healthy eating.
The next meeting will take place on Tues 10 April at 730pm All welcome.Parent Council meeting 13 March 2018
The Chairperson welcomed all present and the meeting opened with a prayer.
Teachers Report
- Mr Brendan Hanley gave the teacher's report and update on the many activities taking place throughout the school, such as All Ireland Drama, Hurling, TY Enterprise, basketball, golf and the School Choirs. Congratulations to all students and teachers involved.
- TY students are preparing for their Gaisce adventure journey, taking place on 12 April. Cairdeas team training for next year will also start in mid-April.
Chairpersons Report
- A number of school policies were presented to the Parent Council for review.
- The forthcoming American Tea Party on Thursday 26 April was discussed. The sub committee responsible have been busy over the past few weeks preparing for the event. Some tables are still available. Contact Claire at 086-8203534 if interested in supporting the event, if you can donate a raffle prize, or if you can volunteer to help out on the night.
- In conjunction with Wellbeing Week, the Parents Council organised a series of talks by Jackie Varley of Optimal Health Kilkenny to exam students on the principles of healthy eating and the important link between exam performance and healthy eating.
The next meeting will take place on Tues 10 April at 730pm All welcome.
Parent Council meeting 13 March 2018
The Chairperson welcomed all present and the meeting opened with a prayer.
Teachers Report
- Mr Brendan Hanley gave the teacher's report and update on the many activities taking place throughout the school, such as All Ireland Drama, Hurling, TY Enterprise, basketball, golf and the School Choirs. Congratulations to all students and teachers involved.
- TY students are preparing for their Gaisce adventure journey, taking place on 12 April. Cairdeas team training for next year will also start in mid-April.
Chairpersons Report
- A number of school policies were presented to the Parent Council for review.
- The forthcoming American Tea Party on Thursday 26 April was discussed. The sub committee responsible have been busy over the past few weeks preparing for the event. Some tables are still available. Contact Claire at 086-8203534 if interested in supporting the event, if you can donate a raffle prize, or if you can volunteer to help out on the night.
- In conjunction with Wellbeing Week, the Parents Council organised a series of talks by Jackie Varley of Optimal Health Kilkenny to exam students on the principles of healthy eating and the important link between exam performance and healthy eating.
The next meeting will take place on Tues 10 April at 730pm All welcome.
Minutes of Parent Council Meeting: 20 February 2018
The meeting opened with a prayer.
Principal's Report
Mr Clarke updated the council on a number of items:
Teacher's Report
Chairperson Address
The meeting opened with a prayer.
Principal's Report
Mr Clarke updated the council on a number of items:
- Changes in the Junior exams now includes CBAs – Class Based Assessments, which shall take place over the next 8 weeks Evening presentations will take place on Tuesday 27 Feb for parents and guardians of 1st/2nd/3rd year students to discuss the detail and the changes
- Teacher Child Protection training scheduled for Monday 26 Feb (half day)
- New regulations on data protection coming down the line
- Transition TY trip To Germany was a great success.
- Subject choice for incoming 5th Year Students, this process now completed by Ms Ryan
- Time tables and schedules for 2018/2019 school year are being prepared
- New School Build Committee in place with meeting scheduled for 27 Feb
- Incoming first year exams scheduled for Saturday 10th March
Teacher's Report
- 1st and 2nd year basketball teams recorded wins against Rockwell College and Clonmel Highschool and now progress to the knock out stages of the South-Eastern League
- 1st year students travelling to Paris on a school trip in May
- TY Drama group preparing for the All Ireland TY Drama Finals in Mullingar on 3 March
- Senior Hurlers to play St Peters College Wexford, with winners to play Middleton CBS in All Ireland Quarter Finals.
- Billy Drennan in 3rd Yr won All Ireland Colleges Handball title, many congrats to him
- Senior Maths Quiz team performed very well in National Finals of the Senior Maths Quiz at NUIM
Chairperson Address
- An update was given on the Parent Council major fundraiser of the year, the American Tea Party: Date agreed of Thursday 26 April in the school hall. The sub-committee has met regularly every fortnight and arrangements are well underway.
- A talk on Healthy Eating for exam students will be organised in the school, to take place before Easter. This will also include a presentation to parents. Next meeting to take place on Tuesday 13 March 2018.
Minutes of Parent Council Meeting: Tues 16 January 2018
The meeting opened with a prayer.
Principal's Report
Teachers Report
Mr Brendan Hanley gave the teacher’s report:
Fundraising
Mr Clarke asked the Parents Council to organise a large fundraising event in 2018 in aid of the new school building programme. An American Tea party is now being organised for Thursday 26 April in the School Hall. The Parents Council will need the support of the whole school community for this event! Further details will follow soon so please keep an eye on the School website, Facebook and Twitter account.
The Parents Council wish all exam students the very best of luck in their mock exams this week.
The meeting opened with a prayer.
Principal's Report
- Mr Clarke outlined how the Junior Cycle reform programme is progressing.
- Parents Council were asked to review certain School Policies, in which there have been some minor changes.
- Mock exams beginning on 30 Jan 2018.
- A brief discussion took place on the new Department of Education Child Protection Procedures, (“Child Protection Procedures for Primary and Post-Primary Schools 2017”). The new procedures take account of the Children First Act, 2015 and the “Children First: National Guidance for the Protection and Welfare of Children” published in 2017.
Teachers Report
Mr Brendan Hanley gave the teacher’s report:
- Congratulations to the 2 CBS teams who participated in the BT Young Scientist Competition
- AIB “Build A Bank” 2018 project underway by TY team
- Concern Fast was very successful and raised over €2,500
- Green Schools initiative has installed recycling bins in all classrooms
- Student Council involved in a wide variety of activities for Motivational week
Fundraising
Mr Clarke asked the Parents Council to organise a large fundraising event in 2018 in aid of the new school building programme. An American Tea party is now being organised for Thursday 26 April in the School Hall. The Parents Council will need the support of the whole school community for this event! Further details will follow soon so please keep an eye on the School website, Facebook and Twitter account.
The Parents Council wish all exam students the very best of luck in their mock exams this week.
Minutes of Parent Council Meeting - Thursday 5 Dec 2017
Following the opening prayer, the Chairperson welcomed everyone to the final meeting of 2017.
Teachers Report (Given by Mr Hanley)
Ms King gave an update on the School Wellbeing Group. As part of the School Improvement Plan, a Wellbeing Committee was formed in May 2017. This is a 2-year project. To date all 2nd year students and staff have been surveyed as to what wellbeing means to them and what the school can do to improve the wellbeing of staff and students. The PC members completed a short survey also on this issue and afterwards had a brief discussion on the 6 indicators of wellbeing which are; Active, Responsible, Connected, Resilient, Respected, Aware. The Wellbeing Committee will be continuing with various initiatives throughout the year.
Ms Ormond then gave a very interesting update on the activities of the Health Promoting Schools initiative. The main areas concerned are mental health, physical health and healthy eating. The aims of the HPS are to co-ordinate a whole school approach to all aspects of health and wellbeing. A number of initiatives are underway for next year including the establishment of a TY Physical Activity programme, an activity programme for 2nd years, a focus on healthy eating and on hygiene. The School are also aiming to get the Health Promoting Schools Flag which is presented to schools as an acknowledgement of their work in improving the health of the school community. The Parents Council hope to organise an information talk by a dietician for both students and parents in the New Year on the very relevant topic of “Eating For Exams” to inform and encourage healthy eating. Updates will be posted on social media!
Careers Night
A discussion took place on the recent Careers Night. On behalf of the Parents Committee, the Chairperson thanked all concerned for organising the hugely successful event, but in particular, Mr Donal Higgins. Well Done Donal!
We wish all parents, teachers and students a very Happy Christmas!
Following the opening prayer, the Chairperson welcomed everyone to the final meeting of 2017.
Teachers Report (Given by Mr Hanley)
- Donations now welcome for the SVdeP Hampers
- 2 Teams have qualified for the BT Young Scientist Competition
- TY Drama has commenced with upcoming competitions in Cork and Macroom
- CBS debating team competing against Presentation Waterford on 5 December
- First Round of the Hurling League starting in mid-December
- Successful launch of TY Enterprise book “Kat Food” by 2 TY students in Langtons during the week
- Concern Fast taking place in the school Thursday 7 Dec
- Great feedback received re the recent Careers Night
Ms King gave an update on the School Wellbeing Group. As part of the School Improvement Plan, a Wellbeing Committee was formed in May 2017. This is a 2-year project. To date all 2nd year students and staff have been surveyed as to what wellbeing means to them and what the school can do to improve the wellbeing of staff and students. The PC members completed a short survey also on this issue and afterwards had a brief discussion on the 6 indicators of wellbeing which are; Active, Responsible, Connected, Resilient, Respected, Aware. The Wellbeing Committee will be continuing with various initiatives throughout the year.
Ms Ormond then gave a very interesting update on the activities of the Health Promoting Schools initiative. The main areas concerned are mental health, physical health and healthy eating. The aims of the HPS are to co-ordinate a whole school approach to all aspects of health and wellbeing. A number of initiatives are underway for next year including the establishment of a TY Physical Activity programme, an activity programme for 2nd years, a focus on healthy eating and on hygiene. The School are also aiming to get the Health Promoting Schools Flag which is presented to schools as an acknowledgement of their work in improving the health of the school community. The Parents Council hope to organise an information talk by a dietician for both students and parents in the New Year on the very relevant topic of “Eating For Exams” to inform and encourage healthy eating. Updates will be posted on social media!
Careers Night
A discussion took place on the recent Careers Night. On behalf of the Parents Committee, the Chairperson thanked all concerned for organising the hugely successful event, but in particular, Mr Donal Higgins. Well Done Donal!
We wish all parents, teachers and students a very Happy Christmas!
Minutes of Parent Council Meeting, Thursday 9 November 2017
The meeting opened with a prayer and a welcome by the Chairperson.
Principal’s address
Mr Clarke mentioned recent achievements by students in the areas of handball, drumming, YSE, golf, hurling and debating. He stated that the Wellbeing Group, who are driving the well-being self-evaluation in the school, will address the Parents Council at the next meeting.
There will be no school on the following dates:
5 Dec – Junior Cycle staff development
8 Dec – Junior Cycle staff development
15 Jan – Schools Cluster meeting re Junior Cycle roll-out
Mr Clarke asked the PC to focus on the 5 main elements of the ERST (Edmund Rice Schools trust) Charter, which are:
Nurturing faith, Christian spirituality and gospel based values
Promoting partnership
Excellence in teaching and learning
Creating a caring school community
Inspiring transformational leadership
He proposed that the PC break up into small groups to reflect on the principles individually and report back to him. The plan is to then design posters for the school on the relevance and importance of the charter and these principles in day to day school life and what it means to the school community.
Fundraising
A special presentation was made by Ms Derarca Maguire and Ms Anna Walsh (parent) on a major fundraising drive by the school towards the purchase of a new school site. The Dept. of Education will build the new school but the school must purchase the green field site. Over the next five years a total of €500,000 needs to be raised. A large group will be set up to launch a major fundraising campaign in February 2018. A short video presentation was given on the need for a new school and the special place that CBS occupies in Kilkenny. The video link will shortly be circulated by text to parents. It was very well received by all present. The Parents Council were asked to support the fundraising initiative which they did unanimously.
Careers Night
An update was given by Claire Brennan on the upcoming Careers Night on 23 November. Approximately seventy speakers from a variety of professions have committed to the night which is open to all TY, 5th and 6th year students. Donal Higgins and the sub group were thanked for their work to date on organising the event.
A discussion took place on the collection of Parent Council subs. The following suggestions were made.
· Set up a special drop box for collection of the parent subs
· Send out emails and use social media to remind parents to pay in advance
Therese Healy suggested that for 2018, the PC consider organising a series of structured parenting courses on “Parenting the Teenager”. The HSE organise free courses for parents. Therese will research the options available and report back at the next PC meeting.
The next PC meeting will take place on Tues 5 December.
The meeting opened with a prayer and a welcome by the Chairperson.
Principal’s address
Mr Clarke mentioned recent achievements by students in the areas of handball, drumming, YSE, golf, hurling and debating. He stated that the Wellbeing Group, who are driving the well-being self-evaluation in the school, will address the Parents Council at the next meeting.
There will be no school on the following dates:
5 Dec – Junior Cycle staff development
8 Dec – Junior Cycle staff development
15 Jan – Schools Cluster meeting re Junior Cycle roll-out
Mr Clarke asked the PC to focus on the 5 main elements of the ERST (Edmund Rice Schools trust) Charter, which are:
Nurturing faith, Christian spirituality and gospel based values
Promoting partnership
Excellence in teaching and learning
Creating a caring school community
Inspiring transformational leadership
He proposed that the PC break up into small groups to reflect on the principles individually and report back to him. The plan is to then design posters for the school on the relevance and importance of the charter and these principles in day to day school life and what it means to the school community.
Fundraising
A special presentation was made by Ms Derarca Maguire and Ms Anna Walsh (parent) on a major fundraising drive by the school towards the purchase of a new school site. The Dept. of Education will build the new school but the school must purchase the green field site. Over the next five years a total of €500,000 needs to be raised. A large group will be set up to launch a major fundraising campaign in February 2018. A short video presentation was given on the need for a new school and the special place that CBS occupies in Kilkenny. The video link will shortly be circulated by text to parents. It was very well received by all present. The Parents Council were asked to support the fundraising initiative which they did unanimously.
Careers Night
An update was given by Claire Brennan on the upcoming Careers Night on 23 November. Approximately seventy speakers from a variety of professions have committed to the night which is open to all TY, 5th and 6th year students. Donal Higgins and the sub group were thanked for their work to date on organising the event.
A discussion took place on the collection of Parent Council subs. The following suggestions were made.
· Set up a special drop box for collection of the parent subs
· Send out emails and use social media to remind parents to pay in advance
Therese Healy suggested that for 2018, the PC consider organising a series of structured parenting courses on “Parenting the Teenager”. The HSE organise free courses for parents. Therese will research the options available and report back at the next PC meeting.
The next PC meeting will take place on Tues 5 December.
Minutes of Parent Council Meeting, Thursday 12 Sep 2017
Following the opening prayer, the Chairperson welcomed everyone to the first meeting of the year, and especially all the First Year parents in attendance.Principal’s report:
Chairperson's Report:
Treasurer's Report:
It was explained to all new members how the PC raise their funds and what we typically spend our funds on. It was suggested also that a reminder be issued via facebook/twitter/email in advance of the parent teacher meeting reminding parents to pay the €5 annual subscriptions.
Next Parent Teacher meetings
5 Oct (6th yrs)
17 Oct (3rd yrs)
Action points
Following the opening prayer, the Chairperson welcomed everyone to the first meeting of the year, and especially all the First Year parents in attendance.Principal’s report:
- Mr Clarke thanked the committee for their work on the First Years Meet and Greet morning which was a very enjoyable and successful event for all First Year parents. It is hoped to make this an annual event.
- An update was given on the new mobile phone policy in school. Mobiles can now not be turned on in school premises, ie from when you enter the yard. Feedback to the new policy has been very positive so far.
- Leaving Cert results were very solid across the board. Mr Clarke wished the class of 2016/2017 the very best in their new endeavours and also congratulated all their parents.
- Details of new staff were provided.
- Update given on the new Junior Cycle reform. Up-skilling of staff will continue throughout the year. The main subjects currently affected are English, Business and Science, with reform of other subjects being rolled out over the next 2 years.
Chairperson's Report:
- An update was given on the locker position. Contrary to expectations, not all students were allocated lockers on their first day back at school with some students waiting up to 4 days. The Committee expressed their disappointment that the new system had not worked out as anticipated.
- Ideas were sought for a speaker for the AGM.
- Volunteers needed for the proposed Careers Night.
Treasurer's Report:
It was explained to all new members how the PC raise their funds and what we typically spend our funds on. It was suggested also that a reminder be issued via facebook/twitter/email in advance of the parent teacher meeting reminding parents to pay the €5 annual subscriptions.
Next Parent Teacher meetings
5 Oct (6th yrs)
17 Oct (3rd yrs)
Action points
- Lucy Heary to discuss and review locker situation with school.
- Claire Brennan to issue email to all members seeking volunteers for Careers Night and also ideas for AGM speakers
