Parents' Association
The Parents’ Association (PA) support the Board of Management and the School in activities for children and parents throughout the year. Becoming involved in these activities can be an excellent way to get to know other parents and find out more about the work of the school.
All parents/ guardians of children attending Scoil Phadraig are welcome to become involved in the Parents’ Association.
The PA Annual General Meeting takes place each year in late September/early October, and all parents are welcome to attend. At the AGM, parents can volunteer to join the PA Committee and Committee officers (Chairperson, Secretary and Treasurer, Vice-Chairperson, Vice-Secretary and Vice-Treasurer and Minutes Secretary) are elected. The Officer roles within the Committee are held for 3 years.
PA Committee meetings take place every 4-6 weeks during the school year.
The Scoil Phadraig Parents’ Association also maintain a “Helpers List” – a list of parents who do not participate in the committee but volunteer to provide support from time to time, based on their availability – this could involve baking or helping at school events.
The PA committee organise multiple events and help at school events over the school year.
First Communion & Confirmation
Prepare and decorate the school hall for the First Communion parties, including a calm space for boys/siblings who might enjoy a quiet space during the party
Provide tea/coffee, treats and celebration cake for the First Communion parties.
The Parents’ Association of Scoil Phadraig and Scoil Bhride share funding of flowers in the Church for the First Communion & Confirmation ceremonies.
6th Class Graduation & Yearbook
Preparation of the Graduation yearbook which is presented to children at the Graduation Ceremony
Organise set-up and catering for the Graduation party in the school
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Christmas Cards & Activities
The Secretary of the Parents’ Association organises the ordering and sale of personalised Christmas Cards, designed by each boy. Funds raised are used to support the work of the school.
The Parents’ Association organises and fund entertainment for Christmas celebrations in school:
Santa’s visit to the school is organised by the committee.
Delivery of Reindeer Food to the school is organised by the committee.
Treats for the boys and games/toys for classrooms are organised in consultation with teachers (e.g. educational / board games).
Book Fair
Help school staff at the annual book fair where the boys/parents can buy books from Scholastic and 60% of funds raises comes back to the school in books for our School Library.
Pre-loved Uniform Sale
Collect, sort and sell pre-loved school uniforms/coats at a reduced price (€2 for uniforms/€5 for coats) at the end of the school year.
Collect, sort and sell pre-loved school uniforms/coats at a reduced price (€2 for uniforms/€5 for coats) at the end of the school year.
Non-Uniform Day
All the boys are invited to wear their own clothes / favourite jersey and where possible make a €2 donation which goes towards supporting school activities and resources.
Staff Appreciation Lunch
Volunteers provide various dishes for the lunch which is set up in the staff room.
Takes place in December as a thank you to all the Scoil Phádraig staff, for their hard work each year.
Other needs or opportunities may arise during the year, and this is brought to the attention of the committee at their meetings.
Join Us!
If you would like to join the Parents’ Association Committee or help with some of the activities/events organised by the Parents’ Association, we would love to hear from you.