Dear Parent/Guardians of Second Years,

Our Parent/Guardian meeting will take place in the school next Thursday 9th of March from 4.15pm to 6.45pm. This meeting will not take place online. The meeting will take place in our school and we warmly look forward to meeting you in person. There are no time slots, so when you arrive queue for whichever teachers you wish to talk to first. Then work your way through the list of subjects your son/daughter is studying.

Kind regards

Padraig Nolan

Reminder!

The Yearbook Committee are running their annual Photography competition. The theme this year is 'Peace in the Natural World'.

Please submit your entry with your full name and Year Group by the 16th March, through the Microsoft Form attached.

All entires will feature in the Yearbook and there will also be prizes for the winners. Best of luck! 

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Psychology Parent Advice Drop-In Clinic

A free and confidential service for parents living in the Kilcock, Clane, Kilmeague, Derrinturn, Carbury, Robertstown areas (Network 14)

What is it?

· A free and confidential telephone clinic for parents/carers who would like advice from a psychologist about any aspect of parenting.

· Parents/carers come to the clinic with many different questions. Some of these might include ‘how do I respond to my child’s behaviour?’ or ‘how do I support my child with their worries?’, as examples.

· Some parents/carers come because they have concerns about their child’s development and wonder if referral to another service might be helpful.

When is it?

· The Clinic is held via telephone two Wednesday mornings per month from 9.30 a.m. until 12.00 pm.

· The Clinic offers 30 minute slots to speak with a psychologist.

· These slots are offered on a first come first serve basis.

How do I attend?

· You can book a slot at the clinic by contacting 01 921 3500

· You may say ‘I’d like to book a slot at the Psychology Parent Advice Drop-In Clinic’ and give your name and telephone number for contact. Details about your query/concern may also be requested.

· You will be given a 30 minute slot on the next available Wednesday.

· At the time of your allocated slot, a psychologist will contact you on the telephone number you provided to talk with you.

What happens then?

· When talking with the psychologist, you can discuss your question/ concern.

· You will then be offered some ideas or suggestions on how you might respond to this question/concern.

· You can come back to the Advice Clinic at any time and as often as you like

The Candidate Self Service Portal (CSSP) is now open and will remain open until 5pm this evening (Tuesday 28/02/2023). It is very important that all candidates sitting examinations in June 2023 register here and confirm their subjects and levels. This portal will be used for subject confirmation and also the distribution of examination results.

Please use the following link to register 2023 Candidate Self Service Portal (examinations.ie)

To register students will need their PPS number (the first four digits make up the pin number) and examination number (distributed during the mock examinations and can be found on the noticeboard outside the office). 

If students have any problems registering please contact Mr. Mulhall ASAP. 

Dear Applicants,

DARE:

Please ensure you complete your DARE application and have all forms with the CAO by 15th March.

Section A is completed and submitted through your CAO application and remaining relevant forms are to be posted by you.

 HEAR: - Please also ensure all your documents arrive in Galway by March 15th.

Post to :CAO, tower House, Eglinton Street, Galway

Thank you, Guidance Team

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How does the application process work?

Step 1: Application Form – Online form (60 mins to complete) which includes personal details, work experience and 300-500 words on why you are suitable.

Step 2: Online Assessment – a series of five online assessments (Spatial Awareness, Mechanical/Technical Reasoning, Logical Reasoning, Numerical Reasoning & Verbal Reasoning)

Step 3: Interview – To cover a number of areas including Interests, Teamwork, Technical Questions, Work Experience, Knowledge of ESB Networks and the role of a Technician, Safety and Initiative.

Opening date for applications is Monday 27th February 2023.

Closing date for applications is no later than 12pm Tuesday 28th March 2023.

If you have any queries, please e-mail apprentices@esb.ie

The Candidate Self Service Portal (CSSP) will re-open tomorrow (Tuesday 28/02/2023) from 9am to 5pm. The portal will open for one day only. It is very important that all candidates sitting examinations in June 2023 register here and confirm their subjects and levels. This portal will be used for subject confirmation and also the distribution of examination results.

Please use the following link to register 2023 Candidate Self Service Portal (examinations.ie)

To register students will need their PPS number (the first four digits make up the pin number) and examination number (distributed during the mock examinations and can be found on the noticeboard outside the office). 

If students have any problems registering please contact Mr. Mulhall ASAP. 

We are currently reviewing our Digital Learning Plan. If you haven't yet completed the questionnaire we would appreciate your input. The questionnaire is anonymous and can be accessed by clicking the link. Many thanks Mr Herring

Link to Questionnaire

Dear Parents/Guardians,

Like all other schools in the country, we have issues with anti-social behaviour, including vaping in our toilet facilities. We believe that every student has the right to feel safe and be free from intimidation when they need to use the toilets. Consequently, we have strict rules regarding the use of toilets throughout the day, to safeguard all students, particularly 1st Years.

1. Students must have written permission in their journal by their teachers to be out of class for any reason.

2. Only First Year students are permitted to use the First Year toilets. Other students caught in these toilets will be given a morning detention.

3. At break and lunch time, students are to use the toilets in their own resource area. They are not permitted to use toilets in another area. If they are found to be using the toilets in another area, they will be given a morning detention.

4. During break and lunch time, large groups of students are not permitted to eat their lunch or congregate in the toilets. Students doing so will be given a morning detention.

5. During class time, students from 2nd-6th Year must use the 6th Year toilets. The 6th Year boys’ toilets are individual cubicles and the girls’ toilets are next to the main office and closely monitored. Again, only First Year students are allowed to use the First Year toilets.

6. If the toilets are busy, students must queue outside in the corridor.

7. Students who are in breach of these rules on more than one occasion will be suspended.

All students have been made aware of these rules by their Yearheads and tutors and we would appreciate your continued support on this matter.

Kind regards,

Sinéad Ronan

The Yearbook Committee are running their annual Photography competition. The theme this year is 'Peace in the Natural World'. Please submit your entry with your full name and Year Group by the 16th March, through the Microsoft Form attached. All entires will feature in the Yearbook and there will also be prizes for the winners. Best of luck! 

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