Monday, 26 Aug 2024
Attendance:
Ms. Johnston (Chairperson), Ms. Doyle, Ms. Cullen, Mr. Gayer, Ms. Foley, Ms. Pheasey, Ms. Harpur and Mr. Gaynor
Apologies were received from Mr. Gaynor.
As Secretary to the Board, Mr. Mc Ginnity also attended.
Minutes:
The minutes of the last meeting (28 May 2024) were approved following the proposal of Ms. Harpur, seconded by Mr. Gayer.
Correspondence:
Requests for leave were considered by the Board.
Health and Safety:
A draft ‘Minor Accident and Injury’ policy was discussed by those present.
Building Updates:
An overview of works completed over the summer was presented to the Board.
A further query from the NDFA in relation to the hockey pitch was discussed.
In relation to the application for additional space, Mr. Mc Ginnity provided an update.
Finance Report:
An Income and Expenditure report was provided to those present.
A draft budget had been prepared and would be brought to the next meeting.
Mr. Mc Ginnity presented an OLCS report.
Child Protection:
Mr. Mc Ginnity presented the Board with a Child Protection Oversight Report covering the period since the last meeting on 28 May 2024. A copy of the report is attached to the minutes.
It was confirmed that Mr. Mc Ginnity and Ms. O’ Donoghue would fulfil the roles of DLP and DDLP respectively this year.
Anti-Bullying:
The Board was advised that, to the school’s knowledge, no case of bullying was currently unresolved.
Mr. Mc Ginnity informed those present that the Student Support Team (SST) would meet soon to look at initiatives for the year ahead.
School Planning/Teaching and Learning:
Mr. Mc Ginnity informed the Board of staff changes over the summer.
An overview of the Droichead programme for Newly Qualified Teachers was outlined.
An initial summary of Leaving Certificate results was shared with those present. A more detailed analysis would follow at the next meeting. It was noted that 47% of students had obtained over 500 CAO points.
An update in relation to enrolment was provided. It was noted that the student population was now approximately 930 students.
In relation to admissions, the Board confirmed that 150 places would be available for incoming first year students in September 2025.
Leadership and Management:
Mr. Mc Ginnity provided an update in relation to Assistant Principal posts.
Free Schoolbooks Scheme:
Feedback in relation to the operation of the scheme was provided by Mr. Mc Ginnity. While it was noted that this was an excellent help to families, the operation of the scheme required substantial administrative work. The Board thanked Mr. Murphy and Ms. Browne for their work in this regard.
Principal’s Report:
Mr. Mc Ginnity mentioned the following in his report:
- The Induction Summer Camp held for new 1st year students on Monday and Tuesday, 19 and 20 August
- Ongoing Introduction Meetings for all year groups.
Next Meeting:
The date of the next meeting is Tuesday, 24 September 2024.
John Mc Ginnity,
Secretary to the Board of Management,