Transition Programme: TreoirNua - Prepare for Post-Primary Education

2. Mission Transition Programme“TreoirNua” Coláiste Iósaef Information Meeting 5th March 2019

4. What is our Transition Programme? TreoirNua is a programme developed by Coláiste Iósaef Community College. It aims to prepare pupils and parents for post-primary education The programme is designed to support the transition process from primary school to post-primary school.

5. Programme Aims This programme aims to increase the levels of confidence and readiness in sixth class pupils and guide them through the initial weeks of first year in post-primary level education.

6. Who is it for? The programme consists of a pupil element and a parent element, and aims to help both students and parents to understand that a new school can provide an opportunity for a fresh start, as well as many enjoyable experiences.

7. ProgrammeObjectives The objectives of the programme are that pupils and parents • Gain knowledge of the structure of our school day • Learn about the structure of the school • Recognise and understand the need for our school rules • Explore the school syllabus, new subjects and subject choice available to them • Gain confidence to combat fears/anxieties about starting in a new school • Become familiar with the support-system available to them in the school

8. ProgrammeActivities • Preparation – providing pupils and parents with information about the nature of post-primary education, the structure of the school day, the structure of the staff system and the support network • Transfer - a more in-depth look at what to expect, where to go and what is required for beginning post-primary school • Induction – orientation and knowledge of the new school system. This takes place before and at the beginning of their post-primary school experience • Consolidation – once pupils have adapted to their new environment, they are presented with opportunities to acquire the skills necessary to be responsible for their own learning in post-primary school

10. Junior Cycle Changes • 3 Year Programme • Less subjects than before to be studied for the JC – low key/stake exam • Subjects now at common level • English, Irish & Maths – HL,OL, FL • Classroom Based Assessments • Assessment Tasks • Continuous Assessment & Summative Assessment

13. Wellbeing

14. Wellbeing in School • What is the definition of wellbeing? • Part of the school culture – Respect, Trust, Effort • Part of the curriculum • PE • SPHE • CSPE • Life skills • Extracurricular activities • Sport • Lunchtime clubs

15. Implementation of Subject Reform

16. New Junior Cycle time allocation

17. Timetable for 2019/2020 • School day starts at 8.55am students in school before 8.45am • 40 minute classes • 9,9,9,9,6 = 42 class periods -Total of 28 Hours • Monday – 3.50pm (facilitates Tutor Time) • Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday – 3.40pm • Friday – 1.10pm

18. School Day

19. Class allocation to be decided – consultative process

20. Subject Choice Form Please have a read of the following form First Year Subject Choices • Inform Curriculum Provision • Important to return as soon as possible • Will do our best to meet all needs

21. Elective Subjects • Art • Business • Home Economics • Materials Technology Metal (Metalwork) • Materials Technology Wood (Woodwork) • Music • Technical Graphics

22. Elective Bands 2018/2019

23. Modern Foreign Languages • French • Spanish • Some students struggle with the languages – exemptions from Irish • Encourage to try in 1st year • Some students may want to study two langages

24. Elective Bands 2019/2020

25. Class allocation to be decided – consultative process

26. Student Profiling Student Profiling Woodcock-Johnson IV The WJ IV emphasises the identification of strengths and weaknesses by providing comparisons both within and across • Cognitive Abilities • Achievement • Oral Language This comprehensive system offers the ease of use and flexibility examiners need to evaluate learning problems and improve instructional outcomes for children in a way that no other assessment can.

27. Education Passport http://ncca.ie/en/Curriculum_and_Assessment/Early_Childhood_and_Primary_Education/Primary-Education/Assessment/Report_Card_Templates/Transfer/Schools-Primary-and-Post-primary.html

28. Learning Support • Model of Allocation • Different to primary school • Whole school approach • Subject & class support • Withdrawal will become a thing of the past • Circular letter 0014/2017 • SNA allocation

29. School Attendance • Important to be in school everyday • 20+ days absent without notification/satisfactory explanation – referral to Tusla • School Policy • Notification on 10 days & 15 days – phone, letter from the Year Head

30. School Transport 2019/2020

31. School Transport 2019/2020 • Bus Éireann Routes • Login to www.buseireann.ie • School Transport Section • 2019/2020 Applications – Open March 4th and close on Friday 26th April 2019 • Only new pupils apply – Register/Login • Cost is €350 • Medical card holders are exempt from payment

32. School Transport 2019/2020

33. School Transport 2019/2020 • Cost for school transport • €350 for one student • €600 for two students • €900 for three students • No exemption from fee as it is privately operated and not subsidised. • Form available from the school. Payment in full on 26th April 2019/26th July 2019.

34. School Uniform 2019/2020 • Available from the following • Shaw’s , Crescent Shopping Centre • Murray’s, Charleville • Moran’s, Charleville • Boys - Official Jumper with crest • Girls - Official Jumper with crest and skirt • White shirt, black pants, black socks, black shoes (black runners but with black soles), deck shoes and school jacket or plain navy/black jacket.

35. School PE Uniform • All 1st year students are required to have the full PE uniform • Bailey Polo Shirt  • Aston 3s Squad Skinny Pant or Cashel Pant Optional • Parnell Half-Zip Training Top • Sperrin Shorts • Visit www.oneills.com and search for Colaiste Iosaef

36. Book Rental Scheme • Books are provided by the school. • Administrated by school management and the Parents Association. • Average cost to buy books from 1st – 3rd year is €550-€600 • With the book scheme its €100 x 3 years = €300 • Deposit of €50 which can roll over • Up front cost in 1st Year is €150 • Terms and Conditions apply • Support of all is needed for it to be successful

37. Tablet Technology • ICT in the school • Two Computer/IT rooms • Upgraded school IT facilities • Class iPad set (24 iPads) • New class iPad set/chrome book set • The need for integration of technology • A further resource in aiding and supporting learning • Use in the new JCT – more important than ever before

38. Benefits of Tablets in Education

39. Tablet Technology • BYOD – Bring Your Own Device • iPad – we do recommend it based on experience • What do I need • Good Tablet – 32GB with Wifi - €369 • Good Physical Cover • Insurance – is it covered – home insurance • Compub, Argos, Harvey Norman, etc.

40. Tablet Subject Projects • 1st and 2nd Year* students complete a tablet project for each subject they are studying. • This ensures that use of tablets is a continuous process integrated into all subjects being studied. • Students are allocated a two week block per subject to complete their project. • On completion of their project, students deliver a presentation showcasing their work. • Students are graded on their projects and this result is included in their summer reports. • Tablet projects are used in some subjects as a component of Classroom Based Assessments (CBAs) as part of the new Junior Cycle.

41. School Meals • Food For Thought – Natalie O’Brien • Complimentary breakfast • Subsidised lunch menu – further work on this for 2019/2020 • Healthy Eating Policy links with healthy lifestyle • New dining/canteen facilities – more space, nicer, cleaner environment

42. Assessing Learning 1st Year • Class Tests • In-school exams – Christmas & Summer • Continuous assessment – project work, tablet projects 2nd & 3rd Year • Classroom Based Assessments • Assessment Tasks • Junior Certificate 6th Year • Leaving Certificate - CAO

43. The Garden Analogy

44. Pastoral Care & Wellness TreoirNua Class Tutor - 3 class tutors Year Head - Mr. Hogan Student Support Team Guidance Counsellor School Chaplain HSCL School Completion Programme School Counsellor & Therapist – Every two weeks Educational Needs Department Our unique House System Wellness Programme • Scheduled classes • School Events • National Events

45. Code of Behaviour Ladder of Referral • Classroom Management • Yearhead • Deputy Principal • Behaviour Review Board • Principal • Board of Management • Limerick & Clare ETB System • Written Exercise • Additional work • Lunchtime detention • Friday After School • Suspension • Expulsion Restorative Practices

46. Extra-curricular Sport • Hurling, Camogie, Soccer, Basketball & Athletics Lunchtime clubs • Chess, Traditional Music and Movie club Other • Bouldering, Choir, House System 1st & 2nd years – two sports/activities

47. Subject Access Day 1 Will take place over Easter Will send a link to a survey – will outline dates, subjects, etc. Just complete and we will be in touch.

48. Further Information • School Uniform • School Policies • Further Information • School Website • Posted out • Text • Contact and schedule details • As above • Individual Meetings with the Principal • June/July www.cik.ie