NPC Education Conference – 10.6.2017

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National Parents Council Primary.

The NPC Conference will be taking place on Saturday the 10th of June 2017 in the National College of Ireland, Dublin 1.

We hope to see you and other parents from your child’s school on the day; all parents and those interested in primary school education are welcome to attend.

Cyberbullying

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Parents group called “Lets Talk”, tackle different issues facing parents.
Their flyer for an upcoming talk on Cyberbullying.
As we all know cyberbullying is a very important and current topic of concern. This speaker, John Wills, has extensive knowledge of working and training in mental health, bullying and internet safety.
Don’t forget – you can take back control of access to the internet with our recommended simple to use app and router – So parents can have their internet and your children have what and when you decide !

Get your children back !

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REVOLUTIONARY INTERNET CONTROL SOLUTION

iKydz in association with the JPA Connect gives parents control of the internet in their homes. The Ikydz unit plugs directly into the router and parents then use the companion app to decide on WHEN their kids can use the internet and WHAT they can see. Click on the Graphic to buy ! 20% of every order goes back to our Schools. #WinWin !

Internet Safety

The BIG NIGHT OUT !

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Please book your tickets as soon as you can by sending James a text – he will make arrangements with you for collection. At 10.00 euros per person and all proceeds going to the schools – Food and Entertainment by BIG Digger is included in the cover charge. Please support – this great opportunity to meet each other socially and have some fun too !

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Please share and let other parents know.

Tickets for the “Big Night Out” are now on sale

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To purchase tickets either email jaconnect@gmail.com or send money in to the school in an envelope marked JPA with your details: Child’s name, class and teacher.

This year the event is being held upstairs in The Graduate from 8pm on Friday 27 th January.

The price of €10 includes finger food and entertainment from Big Digger.

This is a great opportunity to support the school and get to know other parents so please show your support!

Eating for Education reminder

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Hi Folks – remember this when you’re all sick of Turkey and Ham !!

Just a quick reminder ! And in response to our friends in http://masala.ie – Lots of you are forgetting to mention Johnstown BNS OR GNS when ordering over the phone or when you call in…. please remember that a percentage of your order goes back to the Schools through the JPA UNTIL THE END OF DECEMBER…

Simples ! If it’s a credit card order on their website, use the promo code; JPAXMAS

If you order over the phone or call in, just mention the Johnstown or the JPA… that’s it ! Please help us support local businesses supporting local schools ! #EattoEducate 🙂

So – from all at the JPA – Thank you so much to all the parents and businesses for your support – have a peaceful, happy and healthy Christmas. From all at the JPA Committee.

Family fun table quiz

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Friday 18th November @ 7pm

Boy’s school hall

Great family night not to be missed

Open to both boys and girls school

To book a table text 087 778 2385

Book early to avoid disappointment

Table €20 (2 adults 2 kids or 1 adult 3 children)

Free refreshments and goodie bags for kids.

Raffle on the night!!!!!

Family Subscription

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Dear Parents,

The Parents’ Association works to help the school enrich your child’s educational experience. It also aims to promote the school community by organising activities throughout the year.
To ensure you are aware of these events and other school activities please sign up to our website http://www.jpaconnect.com and our class rep system.

  • We intend to hold the following events and fundraisers this year;
    • The Autumn table quiz, date to be confirmed shortly
    • 2017 Calendars on sale in December
    • Big Night Out in January
    • Communion and Confirmation breakfasts
    • Spring Table Quiz
    • Easter Art competition
    • 6th Class Social in June
    • Pop Up Café
    • Uniform swap
    If you cannot attend events there are plenty of other ways to help, including the following;
    • Supporting our Christmas calendar
    • If you have a business you may consider advertising in our school calendar, there is additional add space available this year
    • Donate prizes for our raffles at the table quiz, especially welcome are prizes for children
    • If you can please support the advertisers on our calendar and please let them know you are supporting them – this helps us gain their financial support each year.
    • If you have contacts or skills that may help us please let us know this would be much appreciated.

Your contribution is highly valued and allows the Parents Association to complete this important work. The annual subscription is €10 per family but any contribution is welcomed. Please find attached an envelope to be returned through the school. Or you can pay

“Parents Association Johnstown Killiney National School”

online with the following details;

IBAN IE59 ULSB 9859 5076 1833 69, BIC ULSB IE 2D
Many thanks for your continued support.
Please contact us at jpaconnect@gmail.com if you have any questions.

 

You can download the document here. It will also be sent home with your son or daughter.

family-subscription (PDF)
family-subscription (.DOCX)