Sport Ireland would like your help!

Keeping girls involved in sport and exercise through their teens. Are you a teenage girl aged between 13-18 living in Galway? Sport Ireland would love to hear from you if you are. There is a focus group happening in Galway City at the Connacht Hotel next Thursday the 23rd of June from 10-12 followed by […]

Stepping Up To Secondary School – Link to the recording of the parent webinar

A short webinar for any 6th class parents who want to support their children a bit more with the move to secondary school. Life in secondary school A discussion with the speakers Niamh O’Flanagan, a school chaplain, will talk about life in secondary school, pastoral care and support. subject choices, mentoring etc. Helen Butler, a youth […]

The importance of sleep for our national school children

A webinar for parents that explores the importance of sleep, the reasons behind typical sleep challenges, and how parents can practically support their children to develop positive sleep practices. Wednesday the 3rd of November 19.00 – 20.15 Register at: PlanetYouthSleep

Stepping Up To Secondary School – A Webinar – 15th June at 7.45pm

​​​​A short webinar for any 6th class parents who want to support their children a bit more with the move to secondary school. Life in secondary school A discussion with the speakers Step Up Website A guide to the website and how best to use it. Q&A Put your questions to the panel. Click here […]

Big news for parents in the West!

Last Thursday was a really big day for the West! You can watch the Fristund.is! webinar recording now on YouTube. It’s time-stamped, so check out the different presentations and also some exciting news from Anne Rabbitte TD.

ISPCC Support Line

The ISPCC’s Support Line can be contacted between 9am and 1pm Monday to Friday, by calling 01 243 2000 or by emailing ispcc@ispcc.ie.  There is also a duty mobile number so check the website here for details. The ISPCC Support Line provides: Support and guidance on issues such as bullying, cyber safety, mental health, child […]

Text About It

Text about it is a new text helpline for anyone going through a mental health or emotional crisis – big or small. It’s free, anonymous and available 24/7. https://text50808.ie/

#Messagesfor6thClass

Children’s writer, Sarah Webb has invited well known people to record short inspirational videos for 6th class students to mark the end of their school year. Writers, actors, sports people and scientists have all come on board to help the 6th class of 2020 graduate in style.  In partnership with Children’s Books Ireland. View the […]