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Safer Routes to School Survey
Created : 02 Feb 2023, 1:39 PM
Archived : 01 Jul 2023, 1:00 AM

The deadline for the Safer Routes to School survey has been extended to this Friday.You can click on the Safer Routes to School survey below survey123.arcgis.com/share/98bbb22849ab4e858f677cfc95ddf0f9
Teen Zone
Created : 09 Jan 2023, 8:32 AM
Archived : 01 Jul 2023, 1:00 AM
Message from HSE
Created : 08 Dec 2022, 8:41 AM
Archived : 01 Jul 2023, 1:00 AM
TO: All Principals, for sharing with parents, guardians and staff FROM: Dr Eamonn O’Moore, Director National Health Protection; Dr Abigail Collins, National Clinical Lead Child Health Public Health RE: Significant increase in viral infections and Group A Strep infections DATE: 7th December 2022 There has been a large increase in general viral infections among children and young people this winter. There have also been recent concerns about a rare bacterial infection. This infection is iGAS (an invasive Group A Streptococcal infection). It is and also known as Group A Strep. Significant increase in viral infections We have seen a significant increase in the usual winter viral infections. This includes an increase in flu. This is because children are mixing together more. In previous years social contact was much reduced. This in turn reduced the rates of routine infection. Typical symptoms of viral infections Symptoms of viral infections typically include: • runny or blocked nose • mild fever • cough • lethargy (tiredness) Many children with viral infections also have a generalised rash. Most children with viral infections can safely be cared for at home. More information can be found at www2.hse.ie/conditions/colds-coughs-children/ Group A Strep and related bacterial infections There have been cases of serious bacterial infections, specifically Group A Strep. Severe infection is rare. Group A Strep more commonly causes infections such as: • tonsillitis • scarlet fever • skin infections Ireland has seen cases of more serious infections recently. But so far there has been no increase compared to what we saw before the Covid-19 pandemic. Information about managing illnesses of concern will continue to be updated on hse.ie over coming days and weeks. Important messages for families and children regarding any infections: 1) The most important measure is to stay home if you are unwell. Many children might have a runny nose or a slight cough in winter season. However, if a child is feeling unwell they should be at home. For example, they may have: • fever • cough, and • sore throat They should stay at home until those symptoms have finished. See www2.hse.ie/conditions/colds-coughs-children/ Children with symptoms are more likely to spread infections. For example, they may spread flu or bacterial infections. Staying home when unwell will help prevent spread to other children, families and staff. 2) Infection, prevention and control measures - Cover coughs and sneezes - Keep hands clean These measures that we all got used to with Covid-19 are still important. They should be encouraged for everyone. These measures help stop the spread of infection. 3) Vaccination Making sure your child is up to date on all recommended vaccinations will help: - stop your child getting an infection and - make them less likely to be unwell if they do get an infection Routine childhood vaccinations protect against many significant viral and bacterial infections. There is no vaccine against many viral illnesses or Strep A. More information is available at www2.hse.ie/babies-children/vaccines-your-child/ Flu vaccine The nasal spray flu vaccine is available for children aged 2 to 17 years. It helps protect against severe infection with flu and onward spread. See www2.hse.ie/conditions/flu/childrens-flu-vaccine/ Many adults are also recommended to have the flu vaccine. More information is available at www2.hse.ie/conditions/flu/getting-the-vaccine/ Vaccination for Covid-19 is still available. Visit www2.hse.ie/screening-and-vaccinations/covid-19-vaccine/get-the-vaccine/children/ The most important ways to prevent the spread of all infections are: • making sure anyone unwell stays at home • children and adults are up to date with their recommended vaccines, including flu 4. If you are concerned about your child If you are concerned your child may be unwell, please check hse.ie. There is information on coughs, colds, fever, rashes and symptoms of concern. There is advice on when to contact your GP or go to a hospital emergency department. www2.hse.ie/conditions/colds-coughs-children/

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Next steps for Leaving Cert students
Created : 06 Dec 2022, 11:58 AM
Archived : 01 Jul 2023, 1:00 AM
Please click on the PDF doc for a recent presentation by Ms Pierce

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Exams and School Uniform
Created : 06 Jun 2023, 1:37 PM
Archived : 30 Jun 2023, 1:00 AM

Reminder: there is no requirement for students to wear a school uniform for State Exams.
Junior Cycle and Leaving Cert exams
Created : 06 Jun 2023, 12:32 PM
Archived : 30 Jun 2023, 1:00 AM
The very best of luck to all our students who begin their state exams tomorrow. Prepare well, try to stay calm and give it your best shot! We encourage all students to stay in their exam centres until the end of each exam to give yourself the best chance of success.
Leaving Cert Candidate Information Guids
Created : 02 Jun 2023, 8:18 AM
Archived : 30 Jun 2023, 1:00 AM


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Junior Cert classes finish
Created : 31 May 2023, 2:31 PM
Archived : 30 Jun 2023, 1:00 AM
Classes for Junior Cert students concluded today. Prepare well over the next week and we wish our 3rd years the very best of luck in their exams.
Forms Available
Created : 12 May 2023, 12:32 PM
Archived : 30 Jun 2023, 1:00 AM

Forms for the 2023 Home-Based Summer Programme to Support the Education or Care Needs of Students with Complex Needs ( previously known as July Provisions) are available in the school office.
Message from HSE
Created : 18 Jan 2023, 10:56 AM
Archived : 30 Jun 2023, 1:00 AM
To: Early Learning, childcare service providers and schools (for sharing with parents, guardians and staff) From: Dr Éamonn O’Moore, Director of National Health Protection. National Health Protection Service. Dr Lucy Jessop, Consultant in Public Health Medicine - National Immunisation Lead – National Immunisation Office Date: 18/01/2023 RE: NEW Flu Vaccine Walk-in Clinics for Children Aged 2-17 this week We would like to thank schools for supporting the dissemination of these important messages and thank students, parents and guardians and the whole school community for their efforts in following public health advice. All children aged 2-17 can get the free flu vaccine The nasal flu vaccine is still available in Ireland for children aged 2-17. It is given as a spray up the nose, there is no need for an injection. It is a safe, easy and pain free way to help protect children against flu this winter. The flu vaccine will also help reduce the spread of flu to others such as siblings, parents, teachers at high risk of flu complications (e.g. pregnant or long-term health conditions) and grandparents. Additional Flu Vaccination Clinics The HSE has set up additional walk-in flu vaccination clinics for all children aged 2-17 years. This is in response to rising numbers of both flu cases in children as well as the significant number of children who have been hospitalised with flu this winter and very low vaccination rates. A number of community vaccination centres across the country are now offering walk-in flu vaccination clinics for all children aged 2-17. No appointment is necessary and the vaccine is free of charge. The full schedule of clinics is available on hse.ie/flu The vaccine is also available from participating GPs and pharmacists. Parents can find details on pharmacies offering vaccinations in their area using the pharmacy finder tool on hse.ie/flu The nasal spray flu vaccine is only available until Monday, 23 January. After this date, only children with medical conditions which put them at risk of serious illness from flu will be able to get a flu vaccine given as an injection. Flu can be serious in children Children are twice as likely to get the flu as adults. While most children who get the flu will have mild symptoms, some children can get complications such as pneumonia or bronchitis and may need to go to hospital. Children, especially younger children, are also more likely than adults to get severe complications of flu. Flu can cause serious illness in children, and children with chronic health conditions are most at risk of severe complications of flu. Children also carry the flu virus in their system longer than adults do. They can spread the flu virus easily to other children, like those in day-care centres and schools, and to older and vulnerable people around them. The flu vaccine will give children the best protection against flu. Therefore, we are encouraging parents to avail of this opportunity to vaccinate their children against flu as flu continues to spread and is likely to continue circulating further for a number of weeks. Find out more about the free nasal flu vaccine for children at hse.ie/flu.