Wednesday, 31 May 2023

Attendance

Ms. Johnston (Chairperson), Ms. Foley, Ms. Harpur, Ms. Pheasey, Ms. Cullen and Ms. Doyle.

Apologies were received from Mr. Gayer.

As Secretary to the Board, Mr. Mc Ginnity also attended.

Minutes

The minutes of the last meeting (26 April 2023) were adopted following the proposal of Ms. Foley, seconded by Ms. Pheasey.

Appointment of a third Deputy Principal

Following receipt of the recommendation from the Selection Committee, the Board ratified the appointment of Mr. Diarmuid O’ Dowd with effect from 1 September 2023, subject to the appeal process set out in DES circular 62/2021. The Board wished him well in his new role.

Correspondence

The publication of various DES documents and JMB bulletins was noted.

Health and Safety

Mr. Mc Ginnity noted that an unannounced fire drill had taken place recently. Work in relation to the installation of additional CCTV is due to commence shortly. The purchase of a floor covering to protect the Sports Hall was in progress.

Building Updates

Mr. Mc Ginnity summarised the work to be 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

An Income and Expenditure Report was presented to the meeting covering the period from 1 September to date.

Mr. Mc Ginnity also presented the Board with an OLCS report.

Leadership and Management

The Board were provided with a summary of duties attached to all post holders in the 2022/23 school year. Mr. Mc Ginnity noted that he had met with post holders in recent weeks to discuss new/altered roles (where applicable). These roles will become effective from September 2023.

Child Protection

Mr. Mc Ginnity presented the Board with a Child Protection Oversight Report covering the period since the last meeting on 26 April 2023. A copy of the report is attached to the minutes.

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 work on the timetable for 2023/24 was substantially complete. A recruitment process to fill vacant teaching posts will commence in early June.

The school calendar for 2023/24 was ratified by the Board.

Mr. Mc Ginnity noted that patron approval in relation to an application for an additional practical room and the provision of space for special classes was received. This will be submitted to the Buildings Unit.

Principal’s Report

Mr. Mc Ginnity made mention of the following:

  • Sporting success in athletics
  • The first ever soccer match involving Loreto, Wexford
  • The completion of the School Tours for 1st, 2nd and 3rd year students
  • School of Sanctuary status being bestowed on the school
  • The appointment of Mary Roe and Josie Mullen as Head Girls for 2023/24
  • Prizegiving and Graduation Ceremonies for TY and 6th year students

Next Meeting

The date of the next meeting will be set out at a later stage.

John Mc Ginnity,

Secretary to the Board of Management, Thursday, 8 June 2023.