Parent Teacher Association

Pobalscoil Iosolde                                                         Parent Teacher Association(PTA)

 

A word of welcome from the Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

 

Dear parents, guardians and friends of Pobalscoil Iosolde,

This web page is dedicated to you the parents and the guardians of students of Pobalscoil Iosolde. Please feel free to browse through this web page. As always, the Parent Teacher Association(PTA) is your association. We are simply representatives. Do not be afraid to voice your opinion or get involved in any of our activities. If there are any questions or concerns you may have, feel free to contact any of the committee members below.

Many thanks,

Pamela – Chairperson

 

What is the PTA?

 

The Parent Teacher Association is an association that represents the views of parents and guardians. The role of the association includes:

• Encouraging good relations between parents, guardians, teachers, students and school management.
• Supporting the development, growth and welfare of students through sport, educational trips and other school activities.
• Helping to develop and reinforce the ethos of the school

When do we meet?

 

The PTA meets once a month (Monday nights) in the Sports Complex from 7.OOpm to 8.15pm.

• The format of the PTA meetings includes the discussion of the following items: The previous PTA minutes, school updates, the treasurer’s report, matters arising and AOB.

 

PTA Committee Members and their contact details

 

Chairperson PTA:  Catherine Cleary (086)8287018

Secretary:           Pamela McKenna (087) 0669839

Treasurer and Staff Representative:    Des Hackett (01) 6265991

Committee Members: Mary Dowling, Brenda Doran, Pamela McKenna, Christine Daly, Sandra Kelly, Mark Lawlor, Edel Van Eekeren, Mairead Byrne, Natasha Lester, Barbara O’ Connor, Gary Creighton, Tina Dempsey, Lynne…

 

 

Frequently Asked Questions

 

1. Where is the best place to get a uniform for my son/daughter?

• John Lawrence in Thomas Street to purchase jumpers, kilts, shirts, trousers, track suit and school tie
• White shirts and trousers can also be purchased in Dunnes Stores, Penny’s or Marks & Spencers (although trousers may be cheaper in these shops the quality would not be great so you may end up having to buy extra trousers during the year)

 

2. I am worried about my son/daughter’s progress in school at the moment.

What can I do?

• You can contact the school by first by writing a note to your son’s/daughter’s tutor.
• Next, you can make an appointment to see your son’s /daughter’s Year Head to discuss his/her progress.
• Finally, you can contact the Principal or Deputy Principal.

 

3. Why should I pay the voluntary subscription each year for my son/daughter?

• All money received from voluntary subscriptions are used for the benefit or your son or daughter.
• These benefits include the funding of buses for extra-curricular activities i.e. basketball, soccer, football, athletics and educational trips.
• Funding is also made available to 6^th year graduation and pantomime.

 

 

 

Calendar of Events 2015/2016

 

Term 1

• 31^st August- School year commences.
• 18^th September-Open day for local Primary schools.
• 21^st September-Open night, 7.00-9.30.
• 7^th October- Enrolments for 5^th class primary school students;2.00-4.00 pm.
• 23^rd October- Mid –term commences-classes finish at 3.45.
• 2^nd November- Students return to school at 8.45.
• 16^th November-3^rd/6^th year Parent/Teacher meeting:  00 pm- 6.30 pm.
• 22^nd December-Christmas holidays commence.

Term 2

• 6^th January-Students return to school.
• 14^th January-2^nd/5^th year Parent/Teacher meeting: 4.00pm-6.30 pm.
• 27th January-Assessment Test for incoming 1^st years:2.00-5.00 pm.
• 28^th January-Beginning of examinations for all students.
• 12^th February-Mid –term commences-Classes finish at 3.45.
• 22^nd February- Return to school at 8.45.
• 8^th March-Information meeting for 4^th Year and 3^rd year parents.
• 16^th March-Easter holidays commence. Classes finish at 13.05

 

Term 3

• 4^th April-Students return to school at 8.45.
• 12^th April-Information evening for incoming 1^st year parents:
• 2^nd May-School closed.
• 11^th May-Sports day.
• 24^th May -School prize giving
• 25^th May-6^th year Graduation Mass.
• 26^th May- Summer examinations commence.
• 3^rd June- Summer holidays commence.

Useful Websites

 

Educational Websites

www.education.ie  Dept of Education website which has information on the school curriculum, school holidays etc.

www.iab.ie   Dept of Justice website on internet safety.

www.webwise.ie  Information for parents and pupils on using the internet.

www.qualifax.ie  National qualifications authority of Ireland. Information on qualifications for entry into 3^rd level schools.

www.cao.ie Applications for third level colleges.

www.skool.ie   Interactive website which helps students with homework and provides tools for learning.

www.paccs.ie National Parents Council (Post –Primary)

School Books Websites

www.schoolbooks.ie

www.schoolbooksireland.ie

www.irishschoolbooks.ie

www.schooldays.ie

Pobalscoil Iosolde                                                         Parent Teacher Association(PTA)

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