This month, we had our first meeting of St. Mary’s Parents Group. We decided to organise a fundraiser event for the Toy Show where all pupils would get a treat for the Toy Show. Thank you so much to Glanmore Foods for their kind donations and to the parents who packed all of the treat bags!
All of our parents are welcome to attend our excellent Parent’s Plus Course which is being run by Deansrath Family Centre. The course will be held on Tuesday mornings from 9-11am. Come and receive excellent advice and support from the facilitators and each other. Refreshments will be provided.
All third class pupils are invited to take part in our After School Club on Tuesdays for the next 6 weeks (Up to mid-term). Pupils get a chance to do their homework with the support of a teacher and then take part in a fun activity. The club ends at 3:30pm
HSCL Coordinator: Anne Bower
Tel: (01) 6267269
Email: hsclstmaryssns@gmail.com
What is the Home School Community Liaison Scheme?
The aim of the Home School Community Liaison (H.S.C.L) scheme is to promote partnership
between home, school and the community. The scheme encourages parents to become
involved in their child’s education. It contributes to the improved attendance participation
and retention of children within our school.
How does the H.S.C.L Scheme work?
A Home School Community Liaison coordinator is assigned to a school by the Department of
Education.
The Home School Community Liaison coordinator’s role includes:
Home visitations
Organisation of in-school activities and courses for parents
Advising and supporting parents on education-related issues
Address issues that impinge on a child’s attendance, participation and retention in school
Facilitate parent’s involvement in their child’s learning in school in areas such as literacy,
numeracy personal development, parenting, leisure courses, etc.
Liaise with voluntary and statutory agencies in the community
