Well done to the following 6th Year Chemistry students who took part in Round 1 of the Chemistry Olympiad today.

Sadhbh Keegan, Sophie Kilcullen, Lucy Owens, Nicolette Ryan and Cara Sharry. 

UCD's school of Psychology have organised a free webinar series for parents/teachers or anyone interested in adolescent mental health.  

The three webinar talks will take place on the 5th, 12th and 19th of March from 7-8 pm. They have secured the participation of esteemed speakers, namely, Dr. Ciara Mahon, Professor Eilis Hennessy, and Associate Professor Paul D’Alton, all of whom are experts in adolescent mental health. Their contribution to the event promises to be invaluable, as they bring a wealth of knowledge and experience that will undoubtedly enrich our knowledge in supporting adolescent mental health.

Tuesday, March 5th 7pm-8pm: “Body image and eating disorders: What parents need to know.”

Dr. Ciara Mahon, Post-Doctoral Research Fellow & Lecturer of Health Psychology,School of Psychology, University College Dublin

Here is the link to register for this event:

https://ucd-ie.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cgsbdltZTrmlVj8DUfMbQA

Tuesday, March 12th 7pm-8pm: “Positive Parenting to Support Adolescent Development.” 

Prof. Eilis Hennessy, a Developmental Psychologist from the School of Psychology University College Dublin.

Here is the link to register for this event:

https://ucd-ie.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_YWw26Z14R8inrl1EmG2zjg

Tuesday, March 19th 7pm-8pm: “Parenting teenagers when worry and anxiety get in the way of sleep - tips, guidance and supports.” 

Associate Professor Paul D'Alton, Clinical Psychologist, writer and broadcaster from the UCD School of Psychology and formerly Head of Psycho-oncology at St.Vincent's University Hospital.

Here is the link to register for this event: 

https://ucd-ie.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_bau3fke9Rf2QLeVEJWDuiw

1. Quiz table sales reminder:  get a team together and get your table via the APP, over half the tables are sold now!

With just five weeks to go until the start of Neurodiversity Celebration Week, we wanted to remind you of the many ways you can get involved!

Join from 18th - 24th March 2024 for 24 live events, all virtual free and open to all! With 80+ speakers sharing diverse perspectives and expertise, it's set to be an amazing week of celebrating different minds.

They have now gone live with more information about each event - feel free to take a look by clicking below!

Click Here to Register for the Events

Click Here to Register for the Events Click Here to Download the Interactive Calendar of Events

 Some of the panel discussions this year include:

• Neuro-inclusive Language & Communications
• Culture, Community & Class in Neurodiversity: Who Gets Left Behind?
• Neurodiversity in Higher & Further Education
• Neurodivergent & LGBTQIA+: The 'Double Rainbow' Intersection
• The Benefits of Neurodiversity in the Workplace
• Creating a Neuro-inclusive Classroom
• Neurodiversity: Fuelling Creative Minds
• Connecting Classrooms to Careers: Neuro-inclusive Tech for Future Leaders
• Neurodivergence isn't a Mental Health Problem
• Understanding Neurodiversity as a Family
• Neurodiversity for HR Professionals
• Late Discovered Autism & Menopause
• Empowering Yourself as a Neurodivergent Woman in the Workplace
• Neurodiversity for Parents & Carers
• Neurodiversity: Understanding Alternative Education Provision
• The Experiences of Neurodivergent Women & Girls
• Global Perspectives: Neurodiversity around the World
• Good Practice for Neurodiversity Professionals

Keep an eye out over the coming weeks for additional speaker details. Spread the word, mark your calendars, and stay tuned for more updates as we count down the days to Neurodiversity Celebration Week 2024.

TY students having a great time in Folgaria, Italy on their recent ski trip with Mr Kelly, Ms Keogan, Mrs O’Sullivan, Ms Ryan and Ms Burke.