Wednesday, 31 August 2023
Attendance
Ms. Johnston (Chairperson), Ms. Doyle, Ms. Cullen, Ms. Pheasey, Ms. Harpur, Mr. Gaynor, Mr. Gayer and Ms. Foley.
As Secretary to the Board, Mr. Mc Ginnity also attended.
Minutes
The minutes of the last three meetings (31 May, 14 June and 16 August 2023) were adopted.
Correspondence
Requests for leave were considered by the Board.
Health and Safety
Mr. Mc Ginnity updated those present on the installation of extra CCTV and the purchase of carpet tiles to protect the Sports Hall flooring.
The annual review of the Health and Safety statement with Derek Madden (Health and Safety Manager) was noted.
Building Updates
Mr. Mc Ginnity summarised the work completed over the summer. This included the full painting of all external walls, some internal painting, upgrades to the BMS system, the replacement of some floor coverings and the rectification of some outstanding leaks.
Finance Report
The Board was informed that the annual budget would be drafted shortly.
Leadership and Management
The Board was provided with an update in relation to Assistant Principal vacancies.
Child Protection
Mr. Mc Ginnity presented the Board with a Child Protection Oversight Report covering the period since the last meeting on 31 May. A copy of the report is attached to the minutes.
The Board ratified the appointment of Ms. Siobhan O’ Donoghue as Deputy Designated Liaison Person following the retirement of Ms. O’ Reilly.
Revised Child Protection procedures were formally adopted. Circular 0036/2023 was discussed and Mr. Mc Ginnity provided a summary of the main changes.
Anti-Bullying
The Board was advised that, to the school’s knowledge, no case of bullying was currently unresolved.
School Planning/Teaching and Learning
Mr. Mc Ginnity noted that almost all teaching vacancies had been filled.
The Board was informed that there had been no further contact from the Buildings Unit in relation to the application for an extension.
The current enrolment figures in each year group were summarised.
The Board approved a plan to offer 180 places to 1st Year students for 2024/25. This is subject to patron approval.
A draft response to the Guidance inspection (held in April 2023) was circulated and agreed.
Principal’s Report
Mr. Mc Ginnity made mention of the following:
- The Summer Camp for new 1st year students
- The start of the school year
- The upcoming Open Night, scheduled for 28 September
Next Meeting
The date of the next meeting is Monday, 9 October 2023.
John Mc Ginnity,
Secretary to the Board of Management,
Tuesday, 12 September 2023.