“Education is the Key to unlocking your Future” an Edmund Rice School www.dungarvancbs.com Dungarvan CBS
Creating a caring community Inspiring transformational leadership
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We work in close partnership with our parents/guardians & are fortunate to have an active Parents’ Advisory Council who play a central role in the overall development of the school. Together we pride ourselves in being a caring, learning community. At CBS Dungarvan, staff, students & parents are encouraged to involve themselves fully in all aspects of school life. We have a team of highly qualified, dedicated teachers who work diligently to support students of all abilities. In CBS Dungarvan, the student is at the centre of teaching and learning where the focus is always on the holistic development of every student to reach their full potential. Students are encouraged to be active, engaged learners who take ownership and responsibility for their learning. Student leadership and student voice are very important in the daily life of the school. Our education programme is wide and varied, offering students a range of subject options, both practical and academic. In addition, we offer a large number of extra-curricular activities in which all students are encouraged to participate. We set high standards in all that we do and urge students to work hard, reach their goals, seek help and be sensitive to the rights and needs of others. We have had many successes to date and look forward to many more in the future. I hope you enjoy exploring our school brochure. Thank you for taking the time to consider entrusting us to provide a second level education for your son. Finally, may I invite you to visit our school to experience first-hand what CBS Dungarvan has to offer and what makes it so Agnesspecial.Guerin, Principal 2
As Principal of CBS Dungarvan, it is my pleasure to present our school brochure. Here you will learn about our wonderful students and our school. Moreover, you will get an insight into the spirit, vibrancy, and strength of our school community.
CBS Dungarvan is one of the leading providers of secondary education in West Waterford. Founded in 1807, our school is part of the Edmund Rice Schools Trust (ERST). Life in CBS Dungarvan is guided by the five key principles of the Edmund Rice Schools Charter: Nurturing ExcellingPromotingfaithpartnershipinteachingand learning
Principal’s Welcome
First Years Induction Programme
We understand that the transition from Primary to Post-Primary school can be an anxious and stressful time for some pupils and parents.
First Year students are the first group of students to start in late August. To ease the change and make it as enjoyable as possible, we have an Induction Programme in place to support and reassure our new students. This allows them to meet each other, to become familiar with their new surroundings and to meet their teachers.
Homework Club Our Homework Club is supervised by teachers and takes place Monday to Thursday, 4pm to 5pm for first and second year students. This is a great way for first year students to get into a good homework routine and hone their learning skills. It will encourage them to learn to manage their time more effectively while balancing school and homelife.
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Dunmore East September is a very exciting time for the first year students as they all head off on the annual trip to the Dunmore East Adventure Centre. This trip gives the new students the opportunity to get to know their peers and foster bonds which will last well into their adulthood. Throughout the day, students take part in a variety of outdoor activities ranging from rafting and kayaking to assault courses.
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CBS Dungarvan devises our own timetabled programme to cater for the needs of its students. Our programme offers students a broad and balanced curriculum and provides the opportunity to try out new subjects from Senior Cycle.
Transition Year Transition Year is a one-year optional programme. It provides a bridge to enable students make the transition from Junior to Senior cycle. It encourages personal, social development and fosters academic achievement.
Mathematical Methods Photography Career Guidance Public speaking Chemistry Cultural Activities Social Studies Heritage Studies Music Art Speech & Drama Film Studies Graphics Gaelic Studies Business Management Engineering Religious Education Enterprise Education Agriculture Curriculum Junior Cycle
French Music Irish German CSPE Maths Business Studies SPHE History Visual Art Religious Education Geography Graphics PE Science Applied Technology Digital Learning Click here to download A Guide to Subject Choices
First Year students participate in a subject taster programme which allows them to sample French, German, Graphics, Applied Technology and Music, then select the subjects best suited to their individual aptitudes, talents and academic ability.
Art,
Subjects:Journalism
Subjects:English
Business Agricultural Science Irish Accounting Engineering Maths History DCG French Geography PE German Biology Career Guidance Art Physics Religious Education Economics Chemistry
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Senior Cycle Senior Cycle is of two years duration, at the end of which students complete the Leaving Certificate Examination. Subject choices for Leaving Certificate are based on student aspirations, career choice and entry requirements for third level entry. Students generally study seven subjects for the Leaving Subjects:Certificate.English
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The Special Education Needs (SEN) Department nurture and encourage all student abilities to enthusiastically pursue excellence within each students’ capabilities. The SEN Department screens all enrolled students prior to commencing to 1st year using the CAT4: this helps to support the school to provide extra help and support for students based on the identification of need on an individual basis as well as in small groups. The SEN Department also liaises with external agencies to provide the required support and interventions. Regular communication with parents/guardians is central to the success of the programmes run by the department and an education plan is devised for each individual student to meet their learning needs. Reasonable Applications for Certificate Examinations (RACE) applications are made to the State Examinations Commission (SEC) on behalf of the students where applicable. The SEN department and the teaching staff of the school encourage high expectations and promote a positive learning environment.
Wellbeing of our School Community
Our school has a Pastoral Care Team that provides support and guidance for all students. The size of our school allows for teachers to know each student by name, creating a caring school community. In addition, each class has a Year Head and tutor responsible for the welfare of students in that year. The Year Head and tutor liaise with other members of the Pastoral Care Team, as well as parents/guardians, to encourage and enable students to cope with all aspects of daily student life. At present we are involved in The Amber Flag Programme which aims to promote and actively bring about a culture change in the promotion of positive mental health within the educational system and other organisations. We also have a Student Support Team which is the overarching team concerned with progressing of actions and supports for the welfare and wellbeing of all students. The SST meet weekly to coordinate the valuable work of subject departments, teams, SEN, guidance, and pastoral staff
As part of the Junior Cycle Programme students are timetabled for 400 hours of ‘Wellbeing’. The wellbeing of our entire school community is paramount in our school. Each year we have a “Being Well @ Dungarvan CBS” week. Workshops are given to promote wellbeing, for example in the areas of nutrition, physical exercise, mindfulness, first aid etc. During this week the entire school participates in a Greenway cycle/walk to emphasise the importance of exercise and fresh air in our lives and also to strengthen our school as a community.
Guidance and Counselling
Our School Counsellor provides support to students in their educational, personal and career needs. They work closely with the Special Educational Needs Department and the Year Heads. Students meet with the School Counsellor within their own class groups and also on a one to one basis to discuss matters relating to careers and personal areas of concern.
The Special Educational Needs Department
Pastoral Care & Student Support Teams
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StudentsSport at Dungarvan CBS are given a full range of opportunities to take part in physical education and competitive sports through inter-school activities. All students are encouraged to make full use of these opportunities for their own personal benefit and to contribute to their overall development both physically and mentally. Students have the opportunity to participate in: Hurling, Football, Soccer, Rugby, Rounders, Volleyball, Basketball, Golf, Tennis, Badminton, Swimming, Table Tennis, Cross Country, Track and Field and Winter Running Leagues.
Throughout the year, many educational trips, such as visits to exhibitions, lectures, shows, museums, art galleries, wildlife parks and career days are organised for the students. These trips are of particular importance in the areas of Career Guidance, English, Geography, History, Science, Agricultural Science, Drama and Art.
Educational Trips
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ActivitiesExtra-Curricular&Sport
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Our annual Academic & Sports Awards take place every May. This evening allows the school, parents and students to celebrate our students’ performance and hard work over the year as well as honour sporting achievements in school as well as those attained outside of school. Dungarvan CBS has a long tradition of providing excellent education and boasts many achievements. • Young Economist of the Year 2021 • UCC Young Philosopher Award 2021 • Engineering Technology Teachers Association National Awards • Certified Irish Angus Beef School Competition 2020 Award • Waterford GAA Awards WLRSchools Award 2019 • Young Economist of the Year Bronze Medal 2020 • Student Business Enterprise Awards • Naughton Foundation Scholarship • Scifest - Junior Science Category • Trinity College Scholarship 2019 • DCU GAA Sports Scholarship • Eurofins Essay Competition CBS Dungarvan…making best friends since 1807 All CBS School Policies are available on our website Scoil na mBráithre, Mitchell Dungarvan,Street,Co. Waterford. X35 VW31 an Edmund Rice School Dungarvan CBS T: 058-41185 E: W:admin@dungarvancbs.comwww.dungarvancbs.com
