St. Wolstans - Full Journal

Principal

Management Structure

Francis Carolan

Deputy Principals: Anne Smyth, Elaine Brady

Kieran Corcoran

Margaret Cosgrove

Laura Geraghty

Bríd Hughes

Assistant Principals 1:

Padhraic Kennedy

Nigel Kerrigan

Kay Macken

Pat O’ Callaghan

Louise Ward

Margaret Bennett

Ceithre Guilfoyle

Gráinne Kennan

Siobhán Leonard

Assistant Principals 2:

Edel McEnery

Doreen McMahon

Alex Pedreschi

Lorraine Plunkett

Eoin Walsh

Year Heads:

1st Year: Louise Ward

2nd Year: Bríd Hughes

3rd Year: Pat O’ Callaghan

T.Y.: Laura Geraghty

5th Year: Kay Macken

6th Year: Nigel Kerrigan

Management Structure

Clerical Staff

Elaine Boland

Barbara Dawson

Olivia McAuliffe

Guidance Counsellors Chaplain

Kieran Corcoran

Brid Hughes

Nigel Kerrigan

Department Subject Heads

Special Educational Needs Co-Ordinator

Padhraic Kennedy

Special Needs Assistants

Carmel Bowes

Adam Nyland

Martina O’ Reilly

Eileen Reidy

Arts / Crafts Sue Carpenter Business Studies Alex Pedreschi

C.S.P.E. Doreen McMahon English Ceithre Guilfoyle

French Sinéad Bergin Geography Aoife O’ Malley

History Simon Tighe Home Economics Jenny Judge

Irish Edel McEnery

Mathematics Jill Saunders

I.T. Anne Smyth

Music Geraldine Gilsenan

Politics & Society Margaret Cosgrove Science

Spanish Kay Macken

Learning Support Mary Douglas

Religion Alison Maguire

Carmel Ribbon

S.P.H.E. Margaret Bennett

P.E. Alan Naughton

Technology Eoin Walsh

St. Wolstan’s Community School

Ballymakealy, Celbridge, Co. Kildare. Ph. 01 6288257 Fax. 01 6275932

E-Mail: info@stwolstans.com Website: www.stwolstans.ie

School Journal

This journal acts as both a reference book for students and parents and as a daily record of homework to be done. It is designed to help students organise their work. The journal is the property of the student, however it should be available to be seen by staff and parents.

Students should note the following instructions:

1. This journal must be available at all times for inspection by either the school staff or your parents

2. All homework assigned, both written and oral, must be recorded in this diary each day.

3. All notes from parents must be written in this diary.

4. All notices of detention and suspension will be recorded in this diary.

5. Defacing of the school journal is not allowed (e.g. no graffiti, bad language etc.) Removal of any pages may result in detention.

6. Students are not allowed to write in or deface another student’s diary.

7. Loss of Journal may incur a detention.

A new journal must be purchased from the school office. Cost 15 euros.

Personal Record

Name: Year: Class:

Address:

School E-mail Address:

Contact numbers:

(Home) (Work)

Parents’/Guardians’ Signatures:

Parent's/Guardian's e-mail address:

Family Doctor: Phone no.

(N.B. Please note, this information must be completed)

Mission Statement

To create a community of excellence in second level education where each person is given the opportunity to reach his or her own full potential. We endeavour to enable all members of this community to:

• develop physically

• nurture healthy relationships

• achieve academically

• make informed moral choices

• and embrace the spiritual dimension of their lives.

Students’ Prayer

Creator God, we thank you for our lives and all those who help us live it. You have given us many gifts and talents, which we are asked to use to the best of our ability.

We ask you to be with us as we try to build a loving community in our school by working together, respecting those around us and communicating in an open and honest way with each other.

Help us to appreciate all that you have given us. Amen.

Le Chéile Prayer

In the power of the Spirit and in keeping with the traditions of our founding Congregations we pray that, for students and teachers alike; our schools may be places of learning and discovery places of hope and joy, places of courage and confidence, places of gratitude and generosity, places of faith rooted in love. We make this prayer through Christ out Lord. Amen

Leadership in St. Wolstan’s

The Principal, Deputy Principals and Staff are helped by the Head Girl, Deputy Head Girl, Prefects and Student Council Representatives in creating an environment and an atmosphere of good community in St. Wolstan’s Community School.

The following criteria are taken into account when selecting students for leadership.

• Positive leadership qualities

• Ability to take on responsibility and see things through

• Willingness to help with school activities

• Good school attendance and active participation in school life

• Cheerful and co-operative disposition

• Good communication skills

The Senior Prefect Team

Head Girl, Deputy Head Girl and Prefects: Fifth year students who apply for the position of prefect are selected on the basis of an interview and with input from the fifth year students, staff, fifth year Year Head and the Principal. Prefects are expected to lead by good example at all times. They help to maintain general order and good school spirit. They are assigned as Mentors to First Years with a view to helping them settle into secondary school life. They also organise activities and help at school functions.

The Head Girl/ Deputy Head Girl/Prefects represents the school on all formal occasions.

Head Girl: Martha Ryan

Deputy Head Girl: Aoibhe Kerins, Rowen Matthews

Student Council

St. Wolstan’s Student Council acts as a voice for the students in the school. Each year group elects two of their peers to represent their views on the Student Council. Elections are held in November. The council elects its own Executive Committee. This executive consists of Chairperson, Secretary and other officers. The aim of the Student Council is to work in partnership with the Board of Management, Principal, staff, students and parents for the benefit of the whole school community.

The Ethos of St. Wolstan’s refers to the fundamental principle and purpose of the school, its character, climate and spirit where values are transmitted and moral habits are nurtured. It is rooted by the Holy Faith tradition of education where every child is valued equally and a unique person and all made feel welcome irrespective of race, colour, religious affiliation, ability or intelligence.

This ethos enshrines the values of truth, goodness, respect, service, wonder, diversity, equality and compassion. It strives to create an environment in which every member of this community has a deep respect for themselves and others and treasures the gift of life. It places before each person the invitation to be responsible, to participate, to share gifts, talents and cultures so that all feel they belong to and take ownership of this school with pride. A safe, secure, clean and beautiful environment is provided reflecting the dignity in which all are held.

We aim to provide the students with the best education to equip them for life and through the wide variety of subjects offered and taught by dedicated teachers, all are helped to strive to reach their potential. Reflecting the strong Christian tradition upon which this school is established, and welcoming the diversity of religious beliefs in our midst, St. Wolstan’s recognises that when a person is fully grounded in her/his own tradition she/he can live in greater unity with those who are different.

The value of holistic development and education are also nurtured through the many extracurricular activities and the encouragement of all to engage in the arts, thus giving expression to the creativity within the individual.

Recognising that St Wolstan’s is only one of the partners in the development of the students, strong communication is encouraged between the parents/guardians and the opportunity to actively participate in the life of the school.

As a small community within the greater global family, all are encouraged to care for our planet and following the school’s tradition, the value of charity and justice are nurtured as an aspect of religious and moral development.

The dignity and respect afforded to each person is evident in the efficiency and care of all, and the beautiful learning environment created and maintained by all members of the school community.

The ethos which is reflected in our induction and enrolment policies and nurtured by the Trustees, Board of Management, school leadership, teachers, ancillary staff, parents, students and the wider community underpins the mission statement and all other policies in St. Wolstan’s. It is found in the lived experience of all members of the school. This experience is one happiness, caring, support and personal achievement which enables all to become well developed as they leave this community to enter into adult life.

Junior Cycle

• All students study: Irish, English, Mathematics, History, Geography, Science, Religious Education, I.T., Health and Well-Being which includes Civic, Social and Political Education, Physical Education and SPHE (Social, Personal and Health Education)

• All students study one continental Language, i.e. French/Spanish.

• The optional subjects are Technology, Art, Home Economics, Music, Business Studies. All students pick two option subjects.

• Religious services, Mass etc. are organised for suitable occasions through the Religious programme. A comprehensive programme of Retreats for all classes is offered to students.

Social, Personal and Health Education

At St. Wolstan’s Community School we are committed to enhancing the wellbeing of all our students. The physical, mental, emotional and social wellbeing of every individual is very important to us. The teaching of SPHE is particularly concerned with the wellbeing of students. Over the three years at junior cycle students follow the junior cycle short course in SPHE. The curriculum covers four main areas:

• Who am I?

• Minding Myself and Others.

• Team Up

• My Mental Health.

As part of the junior cycle SPHE course, students participate in a series of lessons on relationships and sexuality. This is timetabled for January each year. Parents are informed of the series of lessons through an information letter.

Through the delivery of the SPHE short course we aim to build life skills and develop a strong sense of belonging in our school community. We aim to ensure that every student feels connected and a valued part of St. Wolstan’s Community school. The lessons in each of the strands outlined above seek to achieve this. In SPHE lessons students learn to practise mindfulness and keep a gratitude journal with the aim of enhancing student wellbeing.

Transition Year

Transition Year is an optional year that offers students an opportunity to mature and develop without the pressure of an examination. The core aims of the Transition Year Programme help develop student’s learning in three main areas:

1. Education for maturity with the emphasis on personal development including social awareness and increased social competence.

2. The promotion of general, technical and academic skills with the emphasis on interdisciplinary and self-directed learning.

3. Education through experience of adult and working life as a basis for personal development and career imagining and planning

All 3rd Years students may apply for a place in Transition Year by completing an application form in January of that year prior to entry.

Supports and Awards

Senior Cycle

After Junior Certificate students can either do Transition Year or go directly into Fifth Year.

At senior cycle (Fifth and Sixth Year) all students study: Irish, English, Mathematics and one continental Language, i.e. French/Spanish.

The following subjects are offered as options: History, Geography, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Home Economics, Art, Music, Accountancy, Business Economics,L.C.PhysicalEducaon, PolicsandSocietyL.C.V.P..Students pick three subjects. Students also follow programmes in Physical Education, Career Guidance and I.T and Religious Education.

Pastoral Care

The Pastoral Care Team comprises the Principal, Deputy Principals, Year Heads, S.P.H.E. coordinator, Tutors, Guidance Counsellors, Chaplain and Learning Support Personnel. Each class has a class tutor and each year has a Year Head. SPHE(Socia,Personal and Health Education) is part of the Wellbeing Programme and all students receive 400 hours of Wellbeing over Junior Cycle. This programme includes modules on substance abuse/ prevention, relationships, care and respect for personal and school property, general health and safety, study skills, attendance, classroom behaviour and other issues.

Affirming Positive Behaviour

An important part of the school's Code of Behaviour is the array of structures in place to acknowledge and affirm the good behaviour of our students and their commitment to their studies

• Key features of our policy of Promoting Positive Behaviour and Development amongst our students starts with a comprehensive programme to facilitate the ease of transfer from Primary to Second Level for our First Year students. This includes an induction morning at the beginning of the school year, partnering up with prefects to welcome them, introduction afternoon to the school's sports programme and a bonding Pizza party to settle them in to the school routine.

• Teachers may award a merit in their subject to students who have shown continuous commitment to development and application to their studies.

• Year Heads and Tutors have a range of credits available to them whereby they can affirm students for actions above and beyond the norm expected of them.

• Students have a varied pathway for affirmation through the many co-curricular and extracurricular activities both sporting and cultural, organized in St. Wolstan's Community School.

• Participation in the school's network of clubs and development teams such as the choir and the library team, all facilitate the holistic development of the student.

Procedure for Dealing With an Issue Between Parents/ Guardians and Staff

Should an issue arise between a Parent/Guardian and a member of staff the following procedures should be used.

• Contact the school to arrange an appointment with the staff member

• If the staff member is not available leave name and telephone number. The staff member

Important Procedures

will contact the Parent/Guardian to make an appointment as soon as is possible.

• It is hoped that the outcome to such meetings will be satisfactory. It is expected that all parties are treated with dignity and respect.

• Should the outcome be unsatisfactory a further meeting will be arranged with the staff member and the Principal/ Deputy Principal.

• Every effort should be made to ensure a satisfactory outcome for all parties.

• Failure to resolve the matter may be referred to the Board of Management.

It is school policy that all members of this school community are treated with dignity and respect.

Procedure for Students Who are Sick

1. Obtain note from teacher in charge.

2. Get Journal signed by Year Head/Deputy Principal/Principal.

3. Go to reception where contact will be made with parents/guardians. (Student must not contact home directly using a mobile phone. Such behaviour may warrant detention)

4. Unless the student can be collected or arrangements made by parents, students cannot leave the school and should return to class.

Procedure for Students not in School Uniform

Students are expected to be in full uniform everyday. A student not in full uniform must:

4. Have a note in her journal explaining why she is not in full uniform.

5. Show note to the Principal/Deputy Principal

6. Go to reception after morning registration with note.

7. A student not in school uniform will be given a loan of a school uniform for the day.

8. A student who is persistently not in full school uniform may be refused entry to school.

Classroom Procedure for Students

1. Students should line up outside classroom and enter when told by the class teacher. This rule does not apply after morning and lunch break to ordinary classrooms.

2. Students should take the place assigned to them by the class teacher.

3. Only school uniform should be worn in class.

4. Students should take out books and other equipment required for class. (Books, copies and journal should be kept clean, neat and presentable).

5. All students must have their school journal with them every day in class. If a student does not have her journal with her she should report to the Deputy Principal and will receive a Journal Sheet.

6. Students who ask for permission to go to the toilet should have their journal signed and time noted.

7. Students should leave the classroom in an orderly and controlled manner. The classroom should be left tidy and organised. Litter should be placed in bins.

8. Students must not leave the class before the bell rings.

9. Students who are absent from class are expected to catch up on the work that they have missed.

10. Everybody is expected to ensure that all classrooms and public areas of the school are tidy and well maintained; desks should be kept in order and away from the walls.

Important Procedures

School Attendance

All students are expected to attend school each school day. Parents are requested to support this expectation. To maximise the development of each student’s capability it is imperative that students attend on each school day.

Under the Education Welfare Act 2000 parents/guardians are obliged to send their children to school on each school day. In addition, where a student is absent from school, parents/guardians are obliged to inform school authorities of the reason for such absence. In our school attendance is monitored and absenteeism reports are sent to the National Educational Welfare Board.

Any difficulties/problems in relation to student absenteeism should be referred to the Year Head who will accordingly inform the school Attendance Welfare Officer. A student leaving school early must have written parental permission and show this note to her Year Head. Student must then present the Year Head’s signed note to reception before leaving the school. Student should not request permission to leave school during the school day unless absolutely necessary.

Dropping Subjects

It is school policy that students do not drop subjects at Junior or Leaving Certificate level except in exceptional circumstances.

Change of Subject Level

Students who wish to change subject level must discuss the matter with their subject teacher and then complete a Change of Subject Level Form; which must be returned to the Yearhead before the change of level can proceed.

Open Days to Third Level Colleges

Students are expected to present a written note from a parent/guardian in advance to the Year Head and/or Career Guidance teacher informing them of their wish to allow their daughter to attend an Open day at a specific college.

Role of Parents

Parents/ Guardians play a vital role in encouraging their children to maximise their full potential at school. The support of parents/guardians is vital for the emotional spiritual, moral, physical, and academic welfare of each student. Parents/guardians are encouraged to help their children by;

• Ensuring that students attend school regularly, punctually, dressed in full uniform.

• Encouraging their children to achieve their full potential and to achieve maturity, self-discipline, and self-control.

• Discouraging them from engaging in outside jobs during school term since this has a detrimental effect on the academic progress of all students.

• Keeping in regular contact with the school.

• Attending scheduled meetings.

• Checking the school journal on a regular basis.

• Checking the School App

• Creating a positive learning environment at home.

Parents/guardians are welcome, by appointment, to discuss their concerns, relating to any aspect of their children’s educational and pastoral development.

Introduction

1. Introduction

St. Wolstan’s Community School is first and foremost a community where we aim to make students feel safe and welcome. The promotion of well-being is a priority.

Our aim is to foster a positive learning environment that encourages all students to fulfil their potential and achieve their goals. Our Code of Behaviour is based on the three principles of Community, Partnership and Respect.

To be an effective school community, we seek to promote a good working relationship among the students, their parents/ guardians and the school staff and management. This partnership should be based on the principles of mutual understanding and respect.

We value positive relationships within the school community. All members of the community are responsible for maintaining these relationships. We seek to promote these ideals as follows: Positive relationships are based on mutual respect. Some ways respect is shown are

• By valuing people

• By listening to others

• By being aware of the feelings of others.

• By showing care for others

This can be shown by

• Including others

• Being friendly and polite

• Being punctual

• Being prepared for class

• Being quiet when others speak

• Being careful of your own property, the property of others and the property of the school Remember that, as members of the school community, our actions, interactions and inactions can have effects on others. Please ensure that these effects are positive.

Our school’s anti-bullying policy should be known and implemented by all members of the school community. Bullying behaviors are not respectful and are not accepted and will warrant appropriate sanctions.

2. School Regulations

Why we have rules: St. Wolstan’s Community School is your school; you must make it a school to be proud of. Rules and regulations are important because they ensure that the school is able to carry out its business in a safe and happy manner; it is a space for students to learn and teachers to teach. Every student and their Parent(s)/Guardian(s) have signed up to follow the rules and regulations as set out in this document. These rules and regulations are reviewed periodically in conjunction with the Board of Management of the School, all the staff, the Student Council and the Parents' Association. The following school regulations must be adhered to. Breach of the rules will lead to sanctions being incurred.

2.1 Students are expected to show respect at all times for all individuals within the school community, respect for self, for peers and for all staff. No threats, intimidation, or abusive behavior, no pushing, fighting, bad language or bullying will be tolerated.

2.2 Students are required to show respect for property, property of school, property of others and their own property at all times. School property should not be removed from the classroom without the express permission of a teacher or member of staff.

2.3 Everyone has the right to attend school without fear of any sort of intimidation, whether physical or emotional. Bullying of any sort will not be tolerated.

2.4 Every student has the right to learn within a positive learning atmosphere. Behaviour which interferes with this right will not be tolerated.

Code of Behaviour

3. School Uniform: The wearing of the full school uniform to, in and from school is compulsory at all times and at all school functions unless otherwise specified. School uniform is as follows:

Junior CycleSenior Cycle

Wine jumper with school crest

Wine skirt/wine trousers

Green blouse and school tie

Wine socks/Wine tights

Plain brown/black/navy comfortable flat shoes.

(No high heels/platform/canvas shoes/ runners)

School coat/Plain navy coat*

(*No visible branding/labels)

Wine jumper with school crest

School Kilt/wine trousers

Green blouse and tie

Wine/green socks/Wine /Green tights

Plain brown/black/navy shoes

(No high heels/platforms/canvas shoes/ runners)

School coat/Plain navy coat*

(*No visible branding/labels)

3.1 All items must be clearly marked with the student’s name. Headwear is permitted on religious grounds provided that it does not impede facial recognition of a student or pose a risk to health and safety e.g. if worn in a practical classroom setting. Students not in full uniform must report to the Deputy Principal after registration. Students who persistently break this rule will incur sanctions. This may include not being allowed to attend class. Any variation in the above must have prior approval from the Board of Management.

4. llegal Substances/Illegal Paraphernalia

The school reserves the right to specify items from time to time items which may come to notice as dangerous or disruptive. Any items which constitute illegal substances or illegal paraphernalia are at all times banned and sanctions will be imposed in accordance with the Code of Behaviour guidelines and appropriate school policies. Any student using, selling/ buying, or having illegal substances in her possession will be suspended and will be referred to the Board of Management for expulsion. For Health and Safety reasons, students are prohibited from giving or taking any form of medication from another student.

5. Smoking/Vaping or possession of cigarettes, electronic (E) cigarettes including lighters, matches etc. are strictly forbidden in the school, on the school grounds, in the vicinity of the school, or while away on school activities. Under the terms of The Public Health (Tobacco) Act 2002, smoking/vaping is illegal in schools and in their yards and grounds since 29th March 2004. This applies to all people at all times, including visitors and at evening events. Students caught smoking/vaping or students believed to be smoking/vaping within the school grounds or within the near vicinity of the school will incur sanctions and be dealt with by their Year Head or the Deputy Principals. Parents/Guardians will be notified.

6. Punctuality

Punctuality is essential to the smooth running of the school. School begins at 8.55 a.m. with tutor time; this and all other class times must be adhered to. It is expected all students attend school on time. Students who are late for school must register at reception. Late registrations will be recorded in the office, where a late registration stamp for unexplained lates will be placed in the student’s journal. The stamped journal should be shown to the class teacher and the note must be given to the Tutor. For a late to be explained, a note must be presented to the Year Head. When students are late for school and/or class, sanctions will be applied. Five unexplained lates in any 1 term may incur a detention. Lates do not carry over Christmas. Explained lates can only be for medical appointments, dental appointments etc. Parents of students who are regularly late may be invited to come in to the school to help put in place support structures going forward to improve punctuality.

Code of Behaviour

6.1 Absence from school: In the event that a student is absent from school, Parents/ Guardians will be informed by text on the morning of the absence that their daughter has not presented for school. A note of explanation, in the student’s journal, must be presented to the Tutor on the morning of her return to school. Students who are absent for 20 days from school will be referred to TESS as per Department requirements. Truancy will warrant application of the Code of Behaviour up to and including suspension.

6.2 Absence from class: Students need written permission to be out of class (a note from her teacher in her Journal). If a student is missing from class without permission, sanctions may be applied. Students who miss class for any reason must catch up on notes, homework, etc.

6.3 Leaving School early

Students must not leave the school premises during school hours without permission. Authorisation to leave school during school hours must be requested in writing in advance by parents/guardians and signed by the Year Head, Deputy Principal or Principal in the student’s journal. The signed journal must be presented to reception before leaving school. Appointments, such as dental appointments, should, as far as possible, be made outside of school time. All students except 4th , 5th and 6th years must be collected from school if leaving for any reason. They are not permitted to walk home.

7. Homework

Homework is an important part of the learning process and supports classroom learning. (Please refer to Homework Policy on website) Homework must be presented on time. A written explanation from Parents/Guardians, in the school journal, must be presented to the teacher if homework is not done. Please refer to the disciplinary process for the list of sanctions that may be applied. It is the student’s responsibility to catch up on homework missed. In the rare event of a student wishing to change subjects etc. please refer to the school policies on the website.

8. Books/Equipment. Students should have the books and equipment required for each class with them. Books, clearly marked with the student’s name, should be taken from the lockers before registration, during the morning break and during lunchtime. Students must seek permission from their class teacher to access their locker outside of these times. Students accessing books through devices must have fully charged devices.

9. P.E. To promote health and fitness, all students must wear a P.E. uniform for P.E. class (unless a student has a medical certificate from a medical doctor excusing her from participating in P.E. due to illness/injury). The approved P.E. uniform consists of:

• School Hoodie

• White polo shirt/Wine school Tee shirt

• Official school navy tracksuit pants only

• School shorts (optional)

• Runners

10. Lockers

Lockers are available for students to keep their belongings safe. Lockers should only be used before school, at break and lunchtime and after school. Students must seek permission from their class teacher to access their locker outside of these times.

11. Tippex, aerosols, energy drinks and chewing gum are strictly forbidden.

12. Personal presentation

As a place of learning, extremes of fashion are out of place. Excessive jewellery and/or make up, tattoos, extreme hairstyle, false fingernails and facial piercings are not accepted. Hair must be a natural hair colour. Due to health and safety concerns, students are not permitted to wear “hoop "rings in the ears or in the facial area. Students are permitted stud earrings and 1 small discreet stud worn in the nose (not the septum). No other facial piercings are permitted. Students presenting with the above may not be allowed to attend class.

Code of Behaviour

13. Mobile Phones and other electronic devices for Teaching and Learning

This policy attempts to set out boundaries and sanctions for inappropriate device usage. It is difficult to cover all possibilities which might arise, and so, in instances not specifically covered the following general principles apply. Sanctions will depend on the seriousness of the incident.

• Phones should not be used in the school building at any time by 1st , 2nd and 3rd Years.

• Phones should not be used in class at any time by by 4th, 5th and 6th Years unless directed by a teacher and under the supervision of a Teacher.

• All devices should only be used for school and study purposes and should only contain apps appropriate to these uses. Students must connect to School Wi-Fi. Devices should not be used for any reason during break or lunchtimes.

• The use of social media is forbidden in school or at school activities, including school trips.

• Students must not take, use, share, or publish images of others without consent. File sharing software e.g. AirDrop/NearbyShare should be turned off when using a device in school under teacher supervision and upon entering the school building.

• Inappropriate web searches or activities are forbidden on any device.

• Cyberbullying, in any form, is strictly forbidden.

• Misuse of technology may result in a number of sanctions, depending on the seriousness of the incident, including confiscation, detention, report card, suspension and, in very serious cases, expulsion.

14. Mobile Phones / Smart watches – General Guidance

• 1st, 2nd and 3rd Years are not allowed to use mobile phones in school.

• If a mobile phone is brought to school by a 4th, 5th or 6th Year, it must be turned off and out of sight while on school property unless otherwise directed.

• Students are responsible for their own phone and use thereof.

• Students can text home, after school, if necessary (e.g., if a match is cancelled)

• Parents/Guardians are reminded to resist from texting or calling their child during the school day.

• If Parents/Guardians need to contact their child urgently, they should phone the school office and the message will be relayed promptly.

• If a student is feeling unwell and cannot continue in class, they should inform their class teacher and seek permission to go to the office staff /Year Head/Deputy Principal, who will then contact home if necessary.

• If a student needs to contact home urgently, they will be allowed to use the phone in the School Office.

• If a student breaches these rules, the phone (and SIM card) may be confiscated immediately. The phone can be returned at the end of the school day if it is collected by a Parent / Guardian

• Repeat offences, or if the student is uncooperative, will result in the phone being confiscated for a longer period of time, or further sanctions.

• If a student’s phone is confiscated, the office will contact home and inform them that the phone is available for collection at the school office.

• Confiscation of a phone will be recorded in the school journal and on VSware.

• Except for the purposes of ensuring compliance with these rules, the privacy of a student shall be respected.

• Mobile phones / smartwatches should NEVER be brought into any exam, and exam papers may be cancelled if it emerges that a student has done so.

• Social media should never be accessed during school or on school activities or trips without express permission from a teacher.

• The school recommends that students do not set up social media groups e.g. Snapchat Group/WhatsApp, in relation to school activities.

• Social Media groups should not use the name of St Wolstan's Community School.

• It is recommended that students do not bring expensive phones / smart watches to school.

Code of Behaviour

15. Health and Safety

Inside the building students should walk in an orderly fashion on the left-hand side of the corridors and stairs and never run. For safety reasons, cycling is not allowed in the courtyard/ school grounds. If a student must bring a car/scooter or other vehicle to school, they should not park in the school car park. Students should exercise due care and attention. Parents / Guardians should not stop and drop Students at the school gateway and cause obstruction, nor should they drive into the staff car park to drop/collect students. If parking in the staff parking lot is necessary to facilitate student accessibility, permission may be requested from the Principal. Due care and respect for fellow motorists is essential for safety. Parents/ Guardians are requested to abide by the school’s parking code which is available on the school’s website (www.stwolstans.ie).

16. School Lift. Unauthorised use of the lift is not allowed. A lift pass will be issued if a student requires use of it.

17. Journal. Students must have their journal with them at all times. The Journal is used for monitoring lates, attendance etc. Students who do not have their journal with them must report to the Deputy Principal in order to obtain a journal sheet for the day. Persistent offenders may incur sanctions. Lates and behaviours may also be noted on VSWare.

18. CCTV Cameras.

CCTV cameras are placed strategically in the school corridors, public areas and outside the school. These cameras may be used to monitor behaviour, investigate incidents and help decide on sanctions to be applied in the event of breaches of the Code of Behaviour.

18.1 Online Privacy and Code of Behavior -Please refer to AUP policy.

Circulating, publishing, or distributing (including on the internet) material associated with school activities including but not limited to material in relation to staff and students where such circulation undermines, humiliates, or causes damage to another person is considered a serious breach of school discipline and may result in disciplinary action. As part of such disciplinary action, the Board of Management reserves the right to suspend or expel a student or students where it considers the actions to warrant such sanctions. New rules may be introduced when circumstances arise.

It is expected that Parents/Guardians support the school fully in the implementation of the school’s Code of Behaviour. Parents/Guardians play an important role in this and should keep themselves informed, through the school app and website, of what is happening in the school.

19. Disciplinary Procedures – The Process

Parents/Guardians are strongly advised to check their daughter’s journal/VSware on a regular basis. St. Wolstan’s Community School recognises that the majority of students behave very well and understand the need for good order in the classroom and in the school. However, difficulties may arise. To cope with these difficulties, clearly defined procedures and sanctions are required.

19.1 Notes in Journal/VSWare

Any member of staff may note in a student’s journal/VSWare, any of the following:

• Lack of respect to any member of the school community (e.g. rudeness, rowdy behavior, disrupting class etc.)

• Disregarding a teacher’s instructions

• Inappropriate behavior

• Littering

• Chewing gum • Drinking energy drinks

• Incomplete/incorrect school or PE uniform including jewellery

• Eating in toilets

• Eating or drinking during class or study

Code of Behaviour

• Being late for class

• Homework not submitted

• Project deadlines not being met

19.2 Detention This will be imposed by decision of the Year Head for any 3 notes in the journal/VSWare or for any 5 unexplained lates. (Lates do not carry over Christmas). Detention will take place on a day and time to be decided by school management. Detention slips must be signed by a Parent/Guardian and returned to the Year Head. Detention cannot be changed for reasons such as grinds, sports, music lessons, dental appointments etc.

19.3 Automatic Detention

A Year Head may give automatic detention for:

• Rudeness or disrespect to a member of Staff

• Bullying, aggressive or inappropriate behavior

• Stealing

• Leaving school grounds without permission

• Graffiti on school property, including desks and lockers. Students must also pay for damage done to school property

• Vulgar language either spoken or written

• Forging signatures

• Telling lies

• Copying at tests

• Absenting themselves from a class without permission

• Disrupting classes

• Breaches of the school’s Acceptable Use Policy and Mobile Phone Policy

19.4 Support Card. A student who continually infringes rules may be put on a support card. This means the Year Head/Deputy Principal gives the student a report sheet, which is signed with a comment by the subject teacher after each class. A student may be put on the support card for at least a week, after which the situation will be reviewed.

19.5 Discipline Committee. Students who reach 3 detentions or students who have continuously misbehaved may be required to attend a meeting of the Discipline Committee. The student will be required to explain their behaviour to the Committee and how they will correct it. Measures will be put in place to support and guide the student in the future. Students whose behaviour is of a serious nature will be dealt with under our Suspension and Expulsion policy. If a student is at risk of injuring themselves or others, a staff member may have to intervene in the minimum capacity to ensure the safety of everyone involved.

19.6 Suspension. In the case of suspension, the decision may be taken by the day-to-day management of the school, i.e. the Principal, or in their absence, a Deputy Principal. Any student who continuously breaches school rules or the school’s Code of Behaviour may warrant suspension inside/outside school. Suspension will take up to and including 5 days. Suspension may be given for the following:

• Continuous breaches of school rules e.g. repeated bullying etc.

• Any grave misdemeanor

• Absenting from classes in or out of school

• Leaving school grounds without permission

• Smoking or drinking in school uniform or on occasion when the student is on school business

• Using inappropriate or vulgar language with a Staff member

• Using technology for the purpose of bullying a fellow student, insulting or defaming a teacher or any other member of staff associated with the school and/or bringing the school in to disrepute in any fashion

• Intentional damage of school property

19.7 Expulsion

Expulsion is the ultimate sanction imposed by the school and is employed by the Board of Management in extreme cases of indiscipline or gross misconduct.

The Principal will decide to recommend to the Board of Management that a student be expelled only when it is the only course of action available for a very serious incident or incidents.

A decision by the Principal to recommend to the Board of Management the expulsion of a student will only occur when the following procedures have been carried out:

• The school management is satisfied that all other sanctions have been exhausted and/ or all other solutions deemed reasonable by the Principal have been explored and found unsatisfactory.

• The Parents/Guardians have been informed of the Principal’s intention to recommend expulsion.

• When the Parents/Guardians are provided with a full written description of the allegation(s) against the student and the case being brought to the Board of Management.

A decision made by the Board of Management to expel a student may be appealed under section 29 of the Education Act 1998. Please contact the school for further details of the appeals process.

19.8 Grid of possible Misconducts and Sanctions

StepMisconduct

• Occasional non-presentation of homework

• Occasional/once-off forgetting equipment/ work

Possible Sanctions

• Visual warning (e.g. approach student, eye contact)

• Verbal warning Written warning in Journal

• Ask student to suggest sanction

Low level

• Occasional talking Uniform

• Late for class

• Extra work – to be presented the following day

• Penalty sheets

• Pay back time (on days when students are not due to be present)

Mid level

• Persistent low level

• Any regular offence from list above

• Community service/clean-up(**)

• Detention(**)

• Note in journal

• Time-out of class in company of other teacher

• Removal of privileges (e.g. having to sit outside staffroom during break time)

• Discipline Committee

High level

• Smoking/Vaping (illegal) Direct challenge to staff

• Consistent mid level or low level misconduct

• Violent or bullying behaviour

• Absent from school without permission

• Possession of illegal substances

• (on person/in bag, locker etc.)

• Placed on report by Year Head/Deputy Principal

• Removal of privileges

• Pay back time

• Application of Anti-bullying policy for bullying behaviour

• Placed on a behavior contract

• Internal time-out (shadowing Year Head/ Deputy Principal)

• Suspension by Principal/Deputy Expulsion by Principal/Board of Management

**Detention, community service or clean-up must be under the supervision of a member of staff and

students must be supplied with appropriate equipment. Please do not leave students unsupervised in any room. One day’s notice should be given to students when put on any type of detention. In all matters of school discipline, the School Management will be the ultimate arbitrator.

Restorative Practice

Where appropriate, the process of Restorative Practice may be used to bring about closure for all parties. Restorative practice is a strategy that seeks to repair relationships that have been damaged, including those damaged through bullying. It does this by bringing about a sense of remorse and restorative action on the part of the offender and forgiveness by the victim.

I have read and agree to abide by the School Code of Behaviour and Disciplinary Process as outlined in this document.

Signed Date: (Student)

I have read and I accept the school’s Code of Behaviour for my daughter. I confirm that I will support the school in enforcing the school’s Code of Behaviour, including Covid 19 Protocols.

Signed Class: (Parent/Guardian)

COVID-19 POLICY STATEMENT

St Wolstan’s Community School is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all our staff and a safe learning environment for all our students. To ensure this happens, we have developed the following COVID-19 Response Plan. The BOM and all school staff are responsible for the implementation of this plan and a combined effort will help contain the spread of the virus. We will:

• continue to monitor our COVID-19 response and amend this plan in consultation with our staff

• provide up to date information to our staff and students on the Public Health advice issued by the HSE and Gov.ie

• display information on the signs and symptoms of COVID-19 and correct handwashing techniques

• agree with staff, two worker representatives, who are easily identifiable, to carry out the role outlined

• inform all staff and students of essential hygiene and respiratory etiquette and physical distancing requirements

• adapt the school to facilitate physical distancing as appropriate in line with the public health guidance and direction of the Department of Education

• keep a contact log to help with contact tracing

• ensure staff and students engage with the induction / familiarisation briefing provided by the Department of Education

• implement the agreed procedures to be followed in the event of someone showing symptoms of COVID-19 while at school

• provide instructions for staff and students to follow if they develop signs and symptoms of COVID-19 during school time

• implement cleaning in line with Department of Education advice.

• All school staff will be consulted on an ongoing basis and feedback is encouraged on any concerns, issues or suggestions.

The School Library

The school library has the following resources:

Reference, including dictionaries

• Non fiction

• Senior and Junior fiction and classical fiction

• Newspapers and magazines

All the school resources are available for the use of pupils and teachers. A few simple rules apply:

• Take care of all library materials

• Respect the needs of all who use the library

• Remain quiet in the library at all times

• Return all materials promptly.

Computers/laptops can only be used by students with teacher supervision.

Rules For Supervised Study

• Students are required to be present each evening (Mon – Fri) of the school week for which they are registered. Each student must be seated in her assigned place by 4.15p.m. on Mondays and 3.35p.m. all other days

• The attendance roll will be recorded each evening and the student’s journal will be stamped with the official school stamp. No refund will be given should students not attend.

• There is no communication of any kind between students permitted during study. AII school rules apply during study periods. Talking, eating, distraction of others or breach of school code of behaviour will result in suspension and a letter will notify Parents/Guardian accordingly. No refund of fees is possible in such circumstances.

• Students must assist in the preparation of the room, before and after study, with respect to cleanliness and desk arrangements.

• Fees must be paid in full before each study term commences.

• Rule 17 Code of Behaviour will apply.

• Supervised Study may be available from mid-September (Subject to COVID-19 guidelines). Details will be available from the supervised study co-ordinator.

Acceptable User Policy for Supervised Study

The aim of the Acceptable User Policy for Supervised Study is to ensure that students in Supervised Study will benefit from the learning support and materials available on the St. Wolstan's Office365 (OneNote) platform. Access to the repository of teaching and learning materials on this platform is considered a school resource and privilege. Therefore if the AUP is- not adhered to this privilege could be withdrawn permanently and appropriate sanctions will be imposed. The following terms and conditions should be read carefully

• Students must use School Internet/Wifi and not 3G/4G.

• In support of student learning, students in Supervised Study are permitted to use phones or other personal devices to access assignment details and support notes posted to Office365.

• Such access is envisaged to facilitate effective learning, assignment completion and revision using the Office365 platform as support.

• Use of the device is restricted to the owner, within the established guidelines of supervised study.

• Accessing social media, personal e-mails or any form of instant messaging or texting is prohibited during supervised study.

• Misuse of the internet during supervised study will be dealt with in accordance with the school Code of Behaviour and Anti-Bullying policy.

• The school also reserves the right to report any illegal activities to the appropriate authorities.

• Use of devices as an audio-source is not permitted (no ear-phones allowed)

• Devices cannot be used to record or take photographs during supervised study.

• All devices must be set to silent during supervised study.

To support the existing guidelines and practices associated with supervised study the supervising teacher has the authority to:

• Suspend the use of a device - request it be switched off

• Confiscate a device in line with the school's Code of Behaviour

Failure to comply with the above terms may result in appropriate sanctions being imposed.

I agree to abide by the Acceptable User Policy for Supervised Study on the school network:

Signature of Student:

I agree to Support the Acceptable User Policy for Supervised Study on the school network:

Signature(s) of Parent(s)/Guardian(s):

In-House Examination Guidelines for Students

1. Get a good night's sleep before and eat a healthy, filling breakfast on the morning of each exam.

2. Please check the time and location of all exams carefully. Arrive at the exam centre at least 5 minutes before each exam/study session begins for registration. A student arriving late must wait silently outside the exam centre - once the Supervisor has distributed all of the exam papers, she will be permitted entry.

3. Mobile phones should be switched off and left face down on the desk. This is in line with the State Exams Commission’s rule for state examinations. Any breach of this rule will result in cancellation of the student’s exam and the school’s disciplinary process will be applied.

4. Students must be in full school uniform for the duration of the exams.

5. Go to the toilet before the exam. Only in exceptional circumstances should a student ask to leave the exam centre – a sign out/in page must be filled in stating the students name and time.

6. No eating is permitted during exams. The malls are to be used during break/lunchtimes by 1st and 2nd years. All other students may take break/lunch in their exam centres (except practical rooms).

7. Answer booklets, graph paper and log tables are provided. Each student must equip herself with the following: Pencils, pens, erasers, ruler and mathematical instruments. No borrowing during exams is allowed.

8. Spend the first 10 minutes of the exam reading through the paper carefully.

9. Listen to all the instructions and corrections given at the beginning of each exam. Subsequent questions disturb other students.

10. It is absolutely forbidden to talk to, or communicate with another student during the exam. A student’s exam paper may be cancelled if this rule is breached.

11. Should a student be found with evidence of cheating, her exam paper will be cancelled and the school’s disciplinary process will be applied.

12. Each student must put her full name, class and subject teacher’s name on each answer booklet and on any extra sheets of paper used.

13. Observe the clock and allow enough time for each question to be answered.

14. In the final 10 minutes of each exam:

• Re-check the total number of sections/questions to be answered

• Re-check the compulsory questions

• Students will not be allowed out to the toilet in the last 10 minutes

• Re-read each question and check your answer – Best of luck!

Introduction

St. Wolstan’s Community School prides itself in the spiritual and pastoral culture that is the ethos of our school. Each student’s welfare is at the heart of the school’s endeavours. The caring and Christian ethos of our school is promoted by all partners within the community. The aim of St. Wolstan’s Community School is to ensure that the school maintains a positive school climate, where students, teachers, parents and ancillary staff know that they are valued within the school. The anti-bullying policy is situated within this culture and enables the spirit of this policy to be expressed in a positive and caring manner.

Definition of Bullying

Bullying is a systematic and on-going form of aggressive behaviour. This repeated aggression can be verbal, psychological or physical. Bullying behaviour is a sustained and deliberate attempt by one person or a group of people to intimidate another person. Bullying requires an imbalance of power and intent to hurt. The action is repeated over a time period and there is no justification for the action. A once off incident of fighting between two people of the same standing does not constitute bullying. Incidents of this nature or any other serious misbehaviour will be dealt with through the school’s discipline policy.

Cyber bullying

While we must provide the highest protection possible for students using new technologies, families must also foster a balance between protecting children and teaching them to be aware of potential dangers and assessing threats for themselves. Encouraging students to talk about issues they come across online is a step towards building trust in young people's ability to use the internet and mobile phones responsibly and to safeguard themselves and their peers against those who use the internet to threaten their welfare. Cyber bullying involves using the Internet or mobile phones to send hurtful messages or posting information to damage people’s reputation and friendships. Cyber bullying is similar to other types of bullying, except that it takes place online and through text messages sent to mobile phones. Cyber bullies can be classmates, online acquaintances, and even anonymous users, but most often they do know their victims.

Aims and Objectives

The ethos of the school encourages mutual respect, trust, care, consideration and support for others. Our goal is to create and maintain a safe and secure environment in which everyone can learn and work. The aim of this policy is to prevent and deal with any behaviour deemed as bullying. The implementation of this policy will create an ethos where bullying will not be tolerated. All members of the school have a responsibility to recognise bullying when it occurs and take appropriate action in accordance with this school policy.

Policy Aims

1. To raise awareness of bullying as a form of unacceptable behaviour with school management, teachers, pupils, parents/guardians.

2. To ensure supervision and monitoring measures through which all areas of school activity are kept under observation.

3. To develop procedures for noting and reporting incidents of bullying behaviour.

4. To develop procedures for investigating and dealing with incidents of bullying behaviour.

5. To create a school ethos that encourages students to disclose incidents of bullying behaviour.

6. To work with and through the various local agencies in countering all forms of bullying and anti-social behaviour.

7. To monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of this school policy on anti-bullying behaviour.

PROCEDURES FOR REPORTING AND INVESTIGATING BULLYING INCIDENTS

General Guidelines

• In line with our moto is “If you don’t report it you support it”, all students are encouraged to report all bullying incidents to a member of staff

• All reported incidents will be recorded, investigated promptly and treated fairly and equitably, giving due regard to individual circumstances.

• Serious cases of bullying will be referred to the Principal.

• All involved are best advised to take a calm, unemotional, problem-solving approach when dealing with incidents of bullying behaviour reported by staff, students or parents/guardians.

Process

Incidents of bullying behaviour, no matter how trivial, should be drawn to the attention of a member of staff. Appropriate personnel (Year-Head, the Deputy Principal, the Care Team, the Principal) will interview all of the students involved (either separately or together as deemed appropriate) in a bullying incident outside the classroom situation. When analysing incidents information will be probed using the following questions: Who?, What?, When?, Where?, Why?, and How? The alleged victim and alleged perpetrators of the incident will be spoken to and encouraged to solve the problem separately and together

Bullying by more than one person

If a gang is involved in the incidents each member should be interviewed individually and then as a group.

The alleged victim and perpetrators will be invited to write down any relevant details and complete a “Bullying Report Form” (see Appendix 1) Written statements from all involved in the incident will be attached to the Report Form. All interviews will be conducted with sensitivity and with due regard to the rights of all pupils involved.

It should be made clear to all pupils that when they report incidents of bullying they are not telling tales, but behaving responsibly. Records will be kept of all incidents and of the procedures that were followed. Parents are informed if deemed appropriate. The class teacher will monitor progress of the students involved in a bullying incident by liaising with parents and students involved (separately) at follow-up meetings.

Response to Bullying Behaviour

Where the incident is deemed to be minor, a verbal warning will be given to the bully to stop the inappropriate behaviour, pointing out how he/she is in breach of the Code of Behaviour and trying to get her to see the situation from the victim’s point of view. The incident will no longer be considered if there is no recurrence within that academic year.

If the behaviour persists, the Year-Head, the Deputy Principal, the Care Team, the Principal parents/guardians of the victims and bullies will be informed. Thus, they will be given the opportunity to discuss the matter and are in a position to help and support their daughter. Appropriate sanctions will be imposed. The incident will no longer be considered if there is no recurrence in that academic year.

If there are repeated incidents, perhaps repeated verbal assault or coercion, the matter should be reported to the Deputy Principal or Principal. Parents will be involved and appropriate

sanctions applied. In some cases both sets of parents may be asked to meet in the school to resolve the issue and to monitor the situation. Where the incident is deemed to be more serious (e.g. gross misbehaviour or physical assault), the Principal should be informed immediately and he/she will inform the Board of Management.

Offenders and victims of bullying may be referred to counselling. Sanctions may include:

• A contract of good behaviour.

• Withdrawal of privileges.

• Exclusion from the breaks in the appropriate break area.

• Detention

• Suspension

• Expulsion

Restorative Practice

Where appropriate, the process of Restorative Practice may be used to bring about closure for all parties. Restorative practice is a strategy that seeks to repair relationships that have been damaged, including those damaged through bullying. It does this by bringing about a sense of remorse and restorative action on the part of the offender and forgiveness by the victim.

Complaint against a Staff Member/Teacher/Deputy Principal

In the case of a complaint regarding a staff member or a teacher this should be referred immediately to the Principal and Chairperson of the Board of Management.

Complaint against the Principal

In the case of a complaint regarding the Principal, this should be referred to the Chairperson of the Board of Management.

Complaint by a Teacher against a Student

In the case of a complaint by a Teacher against a student, the teacher talks to the student, the teacher refers the matter to the Principal.

Name of student:

Date: *********************************************************

I agree to abide by the Anti-Bullying Policy of St. Wolstan’s Community School

Signature of pupil:

I agree to support the Anti-Bullying Policy of St Wolstan's Community School

Signature of Parent/Guardian:

For the full An -Bullying Policy please see our website.

St. Wolstan’s Community School Acceptable User Policy for Students (and Staff)

Educational Purpose

The IT/computer system in St. Wolstan;s Community School has been established for educational purposes. The school has the right to place reasonable restrictions on the material that students, staff and visitors/guest speakers to the school access or post through the system.

The aim of the Acceptable User Policy is to ensure that students will benefit from learning opportunities offered by the schools internet resources, including the use of our email system Microsoft Office 365. Internet access and use is considered a school resource and a privilege. Therefore, if the school Acceptable User Policy is not adhered to by students this privilege will be withdrawn. The Acceptable User Policy will be amended from time to time as is deemed necessary by the management of St. Wolstan’s Community School.

1. General Etiquette

Students are not permitted to enter the school computer rooms without a teacher. Internet sessions will be supervised by a teacher. Students are not permitted to download software.

The use of USB sticks are not permitted.

Use of the school computer rooms is for educational purpose only as instructed by the class teacher, the term “educational purpose” includes classroom activities, career development, and activities such as project work and research.

2. Personal Safety

Students should not share their passwords/ account information with others.

Students will not post personal contact information about themselves or other people. Personal contact information includes address, telephone, school address, work address, photograph etc.

Students will not send or receive any material that is illegal, obscene, or that is intended to upset or intimidate another person.

3. School e-mail / Office 365

Office 365 is an educational tool that must only be used for educational purposes. Students must not use office 365 as a social tool to communicate with each other. Students may be added to class groups by their teacher to collaborate on school work only. Students must not set up private groups to communicate with each other. Office 365 and the use of a school email address is a privilege for all students. Any misuse of this privilege is seen as a serious matter and will be dealt with by management.

All students are given a school email address with full use to Microsoft office 2013. This email address can be used in school and at home.

The use of this email address is for educational purposes only.

Office 365 can be used as a way of communication between staff and students. Staff may wish to upload notes, videos, exam questions and homework through Microsoft OneNote/ student email.

Students must respect the privacy of their teachers. Students are not permitted to email teachers after school hours, on weekends or during the school holidays. Students may upload homework to office 365 as requested by their teachers.

Students can only email staff in relation to school related activities.

Staff at St. Wolstan’s Community School are under no obligation to respond to work emailed by a student after school hours. Students can communicate issues about homework through a note in their homework journal/ in person with the teacher at their next lesson.

Having a school email and access to office 365 is a privilege for students, any misuse of the school email will result in this privilege being withdrawn.

4. BYOD (Bring your own device)

St Wolstan's Community School does not currently have a specified device for students. However, Year Groups / classes are allowed to "Bring Their Own Device" (BYOD) under the supervision of their teacher and strictly for educational purposes only. These devices may include: Laptops, Smartphones, iPads, Tablets.

Students must connect to the school wifi when using the internet on their own device. Students may only use their device when instructed by their teacher and adhere to the guidelines of use at all times.

Outside of the above students must not use their device to:

• Make phone calls.

• Send text messages/Instant messaging/connect to social media.

• Take pictures/Videos.

• Make Audio recordings.

Using their own devices in the classroom is a privilege and is strictly for educational purposes only and under the strict supervision of the teacher. Any student who does not adhere to the rules outlined above will no longer be granted the opportunity to use their device in school.

Taking pictures/videos/audio recordings of someone without their knowledge and consent is a very serious matter. Any attempt to take pictures/videos or recordings of staff/students without their permission is a very serious matter and will be treated as a serious infringement of the school’s Code of Behaviour will be dealt with by management.

5. Copyright Infringement

Students will not plagiarise works found on the Internet. Plagiarism is taking the ideas or writings of others and presenting them as if they were original. If referencing an idea/work found on the internet all sources should be acknowledged.

Parents and students are expected to sign formally their acceptance and understanding of the Social Media/Acceptable User Policy available on our website, www.stwolstans.ie

STUDENT ACCOUNT AGREEMENT

Student Section

Student Name:

Class:

I have read the school Social Media/Acceptable User Policy. I agree to follow the rules contained in this Policy. I understand that if I violate the rules that I may be forbidden to use the computer facilities and I may face other disciplinary measures. In the case of a breach of the law, a criminal prosecution may result.

Student Signature:

Date: Class:

Parental Request to permit access form

I have read the school Social Media/Acceptable User Policy.

I hereby release the school and its personnel from any and all claims and damages of any nature arising, from my daughter’s use of, or inability to use, the school computer system, including, but not limited to claims that may arise from the unauthorized use of the system to purchase products or services.

I will instruct my daughter regarding any restrictions against accessing material that are in addition to the restrictions set forth in the School Acceptable Use Policy. I will emphasise the importance of following the rules for personal safety.

I give permission to my daughter to use the school’s Internet system and certify that the information contained in this form is correct.

Parent’s Signature:

Date:

Please Note:

The Social Media and Acceptable User Policy is available on the school website and will be updated as required

The Sports Policy in St. Wolstan’s Community School is to provide sport and related activities for all students in a healthy and safe environment so that each student can gain in confidence and maximise her own unique potential.

• Changing rooms in P.E. hall are to be kept clean, safe and tidy at all times.

• All students are required to behave themselves in an appropriate manner at all times whether in school or while representing the school.

• All students must behave in a manner that does not harm themselves or others.

• Appropriate P.E./Sports Uniform must be worn at all times.

• Footwear appropriate to the sport must be worn, laces must be tied.

• All jewellery, including body piercings, must be removed during any sports related activities. The school will take no responsibility for the safekeeping of jewellery.

• Students must ensure that they are changed promptly for events and that they only leave class at the time specified by the coach.

• Students must follow the instruction of the P.E. teacher/coach.

• Students can only access the P.E. store and remove equipment with the permission of the P.E. teacher/coach.

• Students must handle all equipment properly and safely and return all equipment to the store at the end of the class/sporting event

• If a student misses any class due to a sporting event they must catch up on all notes/ homework before they have that class again.

• When travelling to away matches on a bus, students are requested to pay a minimum charge of five euro (€5 min.) towards the cost.

• When travelling on a bus, students must sit correctly in their seat wearing a safety belt at all times.

• Students must keep the bus clean and remove all litter when they leave.

• When a student signs up to a sport at the beginning of the school year, she is committed to training every week and being available for matches. If a student is unable to attend training/match for any reason she must inform the coach.

• Students must return jerseys/singlets to the captain as soon as possible after an event.

• Students must wear the proper P.E. uniform. In particular, students must wear the proper tracksuit bottom, no other tracksuit bottom will be accepted.

Student's Signature:

Parent's/Guardian's Signature:

Date:

St. Wolstan’s Homework Policy

The purpose of this homework document is to assist in making homework worthwhile for students, parents and teachers.

The purpose of homework is as follows:

1. Homework should revise work completed in class and further the student’s understanding of the broader curriculum.

2. Homework should contribute to the process of assessment for learning and can operate as a link between classwork from one day to the next.

Requirements for homework:

• Homework should be recorded by students in their journals

• Homework should effectively link home and school. Students, parents and teachers need to be involved in order for optimum benefit to be gained. Parents need to support and direct their daughters in the following ways:

(i) emphasise the importance of homework

(ii) provide a suitable environment for their daughter to do homework and in the case of Junior Cycle students

(iii) For Junior students, check and sign their daughter’s homework journal once a week.

• The four types of homework (preparation, practice, extension and creative/ enrichment assignments) will be set and corrected by teachers regularly. Homework assignments students have been requested to re-submit, will be corrected accordingly. It is important that homework is not confined solely to written work.

• Homework should foster self-discipline and a responsible positive attitude to learning. To this effect, students are taught study skills, which are relevant to specific subject areas and they are expected to use these skills in the completion of their homework tasks each evening.

Please see website for full policy

Rationale:

The purpose of this policy is:

• To ensure the safety and well being of all students during break.

• To encourage respect at all times towards all members of the school community.

• To maintain the high standard of cleanliness of our school building for the good of all.

• To clarify expectations of behaviours and to outline sanctions for misbehaviours.

1. Break/lunch area

• Students are to have their lunch break only in the areas assigned to them. 1st and 2nd years should be in their malls, 3rd, TY's, 5th & 6th years in their assigned rooms.

• A cleaning rota must be in place at the end of each break. Floors should be swept and bins emptied. Each student is responsible for cleaning up her own place. It is not the responsibility of those on ''clean up'' to clear the mess left by individuals.

• Tidy up will begin at 1.50 p.m. when students clean up their lunch area and get ready for class. All classrooms should be cleaned and vacated in good time to allow classes to begin at 2 p.m.

• Note:

– Tables in the Malls that are left in a mess may be closed to students for one or more days.

– Having a room assigned for lunch is a privilege. Abuse of that privilege will lead to closure of that room to all students using it, for one or more days.

2. Breaktime Conduct

• Eating on the corridor or while walking around the school is not allowed.

• Mobile phones/iPods/MP3 players must not be used during the school day.

• Unacceptable behaviour e.g. running, shouting, horseplay/messing, throwing water, name calling etc. is not tolerated.

Fire Drill / Fire Alarm Procedure

If the Fire alarm goes off at any time:

• All will be based on the students and Teachers Tutor class.

• Exit the building safely according to the Fire Exit Map in your classroom.

• NOTE: The one-way system in the school does not apply here (please point this out to students at tutor time. Follow fire exit map only, which gives you the quickest way out of the building.

• Leave masks on at all times.

• All students and Tutors line up according to their Tutor class number in the Tennis Court (Fire Assembly Area). It is important that students know both their Tutor name and their corresponding Tutor class number.

• Take a Tutor Class list from Health and Safety Coordinator and take a roll and headcount

• Send a student to Mr. Kiely with Tutor class number and teacher and names of anyone who was in class but now, not in-line.

• Please wait for instructions in regards to returning to class. This will be staggered.

• Return, using the same route you exited the building.

• Non-Tutor Teachers, Office staff, Caretakers and Guests must line up in Tennis court at staffroom number. Office Staff to bring medical bag and class lists out to assembly area.

• Ms. Smyth and will check building upstairs and down stairs for students when alarm goes off and return to Health and Safety Coordinator in assembly area after a short time.

• Francis Carolan will go to assembly area to help with any issues that arise on the day.

Leaving Certificate Points Scheme

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LCVP: Disncon:66Points

Merit:46Points

Pass:28Points

JUNIOR CYCLE STUDENT

Award Grades:

0 – 39% Not achieved

40 – 54% Achieved

55 – 74% Achieved with Merit

75 – 89% Achieved with Higer Merit

90 – 100% Achieved with Dis nc on

Classroom Based Assessment:

Excep onal

Above expecta ons

In line with expecta ons

Yet to meet expecta ons

Personal Data

St. Wolstan's Community School is registered as Data Controllers under the Data Protection Acts 1988 and 2003.

The personal data supplied is required for the purposes of student enrolment, register, administration, child welfare and to fulfil our other legal obligations.

Contact details will also be used to notify you of school events/activities. While the information provided will generally be treated as confidential to St. Wolstan's Community School, from time·to time it may be necessary for us to exchange personal data on a confidential basis with other bodies including the Department of Education & Skills, the Department of Social Protection, Department of Children & Youth Affairs, An Garda Síochana, the Health Service Executive, the National Educational Welfare Board or with another school (where the student is transferring). In this latter case, your implied consent will be assumed to facilitate the student transferring. We rely on parents/guardians to provide us with accurate and complete information and to update us in relation to any change in the information provided. Should you wish to update or access your child's personal data you should write to the School Principal.

Photographs of Students

The school will maintain a database of photographs of school events held over years. It is customary to take photos of students engaged in activities and events in the interest of creating a pictorial as well as historical record of life at the school. Photographs may be published on our school website or in brochures, newsletter, local and national newspapers and similar school-related productions. In the case of website photographs student names will not be recorded with the picture.

I agree that my child's photograph be included in such records.

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I agree that my child's photograph is available on the schools website.

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I agree that my child's photograph may be taken for school records/administration.

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I give my permission for my child's photograph(s) to be posted on the school's Facebook page

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Other Learning Experiences

Other Learning Experiences

Other Learning Experiences

Other Learning Experiences

Other Learning Experiences

Notes:

Notes:

You can’t use up

creativity you have.

- the more you use, Maya Angelou

the more

If you need additional diary pages, you can download and print them by following the QR code.

- Vicki Baum

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- Alice Walker

Subject/ÁbharHomework and Learning/ Obair Bhaile agus Foghlama

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Notes of Concern

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You can’t force someone to respect you, but you can refuse to be disrespected. - Sakhi

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- Peter Townsend

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Notes of Concern

Notes of Concern

Notes of Concern

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TOTAL TO DATE

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- Sheryl Sandberg

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Notes of Concern

Notes of Concern

Notes of Concern

TOTAL THIS WEEK

TOTAL TO DATE

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- Ziad K. Abdelnour

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Notes of Concern

Notes of Concern

Notes of Concern

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TOTAL TO DATE

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Remember / Cuimhnigh:

Remember / Cuimhnigh:

Mid-Term Break

Mid-Term Break

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Notes of Concern

Notes of Concern

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TOTAL TO DATE

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If you could kick the person responsible for most of your trouble, you wouldn’t sit for a month. - Teddy Roosevelt

Subject/ÁbharHomework and Learning/ Obair Bhaile agus Foghlama

/ Cuimhnigh:

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Subject/ÁbharHomework and Learning/ Obair Bhaile agus Foghlama

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Notes of Concern

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Remember / Cuimhnigh:

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1 Christmas Break Christmas Break Christmas Break

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Schools Re-open

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- Albert Camus

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- Bo Jackson

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Strong people stand up for themselves, but the strongest people stand up for others

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If you want to go quickly, go alone. If you want to go far, go together. -

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– Gillian Anderson

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Notes of Concern

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THURSDAY a.m. p.m. FRIDAY a.m. p.m.

TOTAL THIS WEEK TOTAL TO DATE

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Schools Re-open

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Notes of Concern

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Notes of Concern

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/ Cuimhnigh:

/ Cuimhnigh:

- Scott Dinsmore

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Managing Your Learning

There are three main elements to managing your learning, these being:

1. Setting learning goals and planning your learning

2. Monitoring your progress

3. Reflecting on your learning and progress with a view to learning from past experience.

Learning how to manage yourself and your learning is a key skill for Junior Cycle and it will prepare you for success at Senior Cycle.

Below are links to tools/templates which will help you to manage your learning.

The templates are divided into the three elements of self-management for learning:

1. Setting learning goals and managing your learning, 2. Monitoring your progress, 3. Reflecting on your learning and progress.

When you select a QR Code for a particular template, it takes you to the online template and you can then print that resource and use it manage your learning.

Templates

1. Managing Myself - Setting learning goals and planning your learning

Template A: Setting Your Learning Goals

Template B: Your Study

Timetable

2. Monitoring Your Progress and Recording Your Achievements

Template D: Monthly Review

Template E: Tracking Your Results Subject by Subject

Template C: Subject Revision Planner

Template F: Other Areas of Learning

3. Reflecting on Your Learning and Progress - Reflections on your monthly learning

Template G: Reflecting on Your Assessments

Template H: Reflecting on Your Learning Goals

EXAM TIMETABLES

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TOP EXAM TIPS

Read and Reread – Read all exam questions carefully, then read them again. The second time round, underline or highlight the key points.

Use Time Wisely – Take note of how many marks are awarded for each question and divide your time accordingly. If you feel you can’t fully answer a question just try it, marks are awarded for attempts and partial answers.

Eat for Success – Fizzy energy drinks will only boost you for an hour, but by eating slow energy release foods such as porridge with nuts and fruit you will have the energy for a full day of exams.

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Î What if...?

Î How does...affect...?

Î What is the meaning of...?

Î Why is...important?

Î Explain why....

Î Explain how....

Î How does...relate to another part of the ...(name of subject) course?

Î What conclusions can I draw about...?

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Î What are the advantages and disadvantages of...?

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