E-scéal 210 - Swine Flu Resources
- Published: 24 August 2009
The Pandemic H1N1 (Swine Flu) could be a challenge for your school this term. Mindful of every Principal's workload at the start of a new school term, IPPN is offering the following advice, which Principals may wish to follow should the situation in relation to swine flu escalate:
- Frequently asked questions: Influenza (flu) information for
parents - How students can prevent the spread of influenza (flu) at school
- How teachers and other school staff can prevent the spread of
influenza (flu) at school - Swine Flu Lesson Plan for Junior Cycle
- www.hpsc.ie
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Encourge a calm atmosphere among staff, children and parents throughout the school
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Follow the directions given in DES Circular 47/09
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Follow the advice given by the Management Bodies in their update, designed in consultation with the HSE and the DES.
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Consult immediately with the Chairperson and the Board of Management with a view to drawing up a specific action plan for the school to cover all eventualities addressed in the above documents
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To facilitate the effective education of children on this topic as they return to school, IPPN is providing Principals with three SPHE Lesson Plans appropriate to Junior, Middle and Senior Classes. The topics covered are Cough/Sneezing Etiquette, Hand Washing Practices, Symptoms of Flu and Infection Control
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In managing any escalation of the Pandemic H1N1, effective, reliable and rapid communication is imperative. TextaParent.ie is an instant messaging service designed by principals to inform parents if schools are required to close at short notice. If schools are closed parents can be kept constantly informed of emerging situations and of possible reopening dates. A TextaParent.ie account has already been set up in advance for every school. The IPPN Helpline 1 890 21 22 23 is available to activate your account, set up your contacts and to acquire credits
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Similarly, TextaSub is a free facility provided by IPPN for Schools wishing to contact available substitute teachers in their area.
Is sinne le meas
Virginia O'Mahony
