Glenswilly National School has a vibrant Parents’ Association . Membership is open to all parents/guardians of all pupils enrolled. Parents are encouraged to come to meetings, join in activities and to bring in lots of new ideas. The PA runs many events throughout the year, which help to raise valuable funds for our school, so if you can help in any way, please don’t hesitate to join in. It promotes the interests of the pupils in co-operation with the Board of Management, Principal and staff. Parents as a group have a wide range of talents, abilities and skills that have the potential to enrich and extend the educational opportunities provided for pupils.
Since its inception the Parents Association has made a very worthwhile contribution to the school community. It is a structure through which parents can work together for the best possible education for their children. The PA works with the principal, staff and the BOM to build effective partnership between home and school.
Children do better, behave better and are happier at school where parents and teachers work closely together and support each other. Teachers can do a better job where they are supported by and working closely with parents. Parents can do a better job when they have the support of other parents.
The staff of Glenswilly N.S. appreciates the support the Parents Association give to the school and in particular its elected members;
Chairperson: Patricia Curley Secretary: Janine Mc Daid Treasurer: Eithne Kelly Assistant Treasurer: Celine Gallagher BOM Reps: Janine Mc Daid and Bryan Faul Members: Lisa McGrath, Rose McDaid Wendy Cole, Declan Toner, Annmarie Roche, Pamela McGlynn, Mary Moy, Dervla Dunleavy and Mary Martin |
Glenswilly N.S. Parents Association is affiliated to the National Parents' Council |
The following are some areas parents in Glenswilly national school have contributed to and/or provide assistance for, over the last number of years:
» Introduction of new uniform | » Healthy Eating Policy | » Car Park safety |
» Green Schools | » Arts Days | » Communion Parties |
» Attendance | » Book Fair | » General Fundraising |
» Sports | » Christmas (Santa Visit and Disco) | » Football Goal Posts |
» Christmas Art & Craft Fair | » Polytunnel | » Pantomime night |
» Bag Packing in Supermarkets | » Book Rental | » Cake Sales \Raffles |
» Teas/Coffees for Special Events | » Adult Table Quiz |