St Mary's Holy Faith Killester

Newsletter #1 September 2022

30-August-22
Newsletter #1 September 2022

New First Years

We were delighted to welcome our new first years to the school on August 24th. We wish them every success as they begin their journey with us in St. Mary’s. Ms Smullen is the Year Head for first year.

New Staff Members

We welcome some new staff members to our team this year. Ms Byrne has joined our Irish Department. Ms O’Neill has joined our Business Department. Ms. Leetch and Ms McDonough return to the team and Ms Ruane joins the Guidance Department.

ICT

Over the summer, the school purchased 10 new classroom PCs, 30 student laptops and new top of the range data projectors for all classrooms. The digital upgrade will increase student engagement, help teachers and facilitate personalized learning. It also helps students build essential 21st-century skills. This project was funded by the Department of Education.

Home School Community Liaison Coordinator

Our Home School Liaison Co-ordinator Ms Dreeling is on hand to support parents/guardians navigate post-primary school. She can be contacted by emailing sdreeling@hfk.ie

Policy

Please find at this link our main policies which guide our practice each day in the school.

Leaving School Early

For child protection reasons, we have a policy on leaving school throughout the school day. Please review the procedure here . Only a designated adult listed on our system or prearranged in writing can collect a student from the school. We appreciate your cooperation regarding this important matter.

Mobile Phone

Please help us in encouraging the students to keep their phones in their school bags during school day unless under teacher supervision.

PE Gear

The school PE gear (navy/black leggings, white polo shirt and navy hoodie) is worn on days students have PE class on their timetable. For students partaking in extracurricular sporting activities PE gear should be brought into school to change before training begins after school.

Leaving Certificate Results

The results of the Leaving Certificate 2022 were released today through the Candidate Self-Service Portal (CCSP) by the State Examinations Commission (SEC).  We welcomed the candidates back to the school to celebrate their great results. 

Open Evening

Our Open Evening for prospective students will take place on Tuesday, September 13th from 5pm-7pm. Information will be distributed through the primary schools, on our website and by social media.

Traffic Management

We ask that parent(s)/guardian(s) do not drive into the school grounds if possible. If a parent(s) /guardian(s) require access to the school, please be aware that we operate a drop and go policy and that parking is only if parent(s) /guardian(s) are coming into the school to meet with school personnel.

School Meals

A Breakfast Club is available to all students each morning in the canteen. The school will soon be able to offer a subsidy to hot lunches and provide free cold lunches.

Building Works

The school is undergoing a multi-million-euro energy retrofit project over the summer break. The works will continue until early in the new year.  A new heating system, new lighting, insulation inside and outside, 100% fresh air ventilation and a new fire door are being installed.

Transition Year

The Transition Year Programme is up and running with an action-packed programme of activities planned for the coming year. The Transition Year offers students an opportunity to: Engage in independent, self-directed learning, Develop general, technical, and academic skills. Mature and develop without the pressure of an examination

School Calendar

The school calendar will be ratified by the Board of Management before the end of September in line with Department of Education guidelines. The calendar can be viewed on our website at any time http://holyfaith.ie/Calendar

Jigsaw Youth Mental Health

All teachers have engaged in mental health training with JIGSAW Youth Mental Health.

Parents Association AGM

 The AGM will take place in October - date to follow.

Extra Curricular

Our Gaelic, Basketball, Rugby and Soccer Teams will begin their training after school in the coming weeks. More detailed information to follow.

After School Study

After School Study will commence on the 14th of September. It runs every day from 3.45pm to 5.40pm. Refreshments are provided before study begins. €120 for this resource is payable on Easy Payments.

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Home Economic JC Practicals
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