IPPN

Published: 27 April 2017

This E-scéal contains useful information on the following:

• Planning Prompts
• SEN Resource Bundle
• IPPN Summer Courses
• PIMS 2017/2018 – Order Now
• What's New

Planning Prompts

This term, consider building in opportunities to acknowledge the work of staff. Celebrate success. You can always find reasons to celebrate – an interesting project, a beautiful piece of artwork, a kindness shown to someone – the list is endless. A simple treat in the staffroom on a Friday, especially in the run up to the long weekend, can go a long way to lifting spirits and letting staff know that their efforts are appreciated. CLICK HERE TO VIEW MORE

SEN Resource Bundle

This resource bundle brings together many of the policies that are on the IPPN website and those included in the new Guidelines to Supporting Pupils with Special Educational Needs in Mainstream Schools. Click here to view

Resource Bundles are a one-stop-shop, where you will find the answers, supporting documentation and reading materials relating to the most common queries principals encounter in the day-to-day management of their schools. This comprehensive new resource, produced in an e-publication format, means you can read and interact with the publication in a user-friendly manner. View More

IPPN Summer Courses


IPPN are now offering three Summer Courses in July 2017. All three course offerings are EPV-approved and qualify for 3 EPV days.

Ciall Ceannaithe – An online Summer Course designed to professionally support Newly Appointed Principals and aspiring leaders. Involves 20 hours of study during the month of July. Book Now

Principals' Blended Summer Course – A one-week course commencing on Monday, 3rd July open to current and acting teaching / administrative principals. Two days online learning and three days face-to-face in either Donegal or Athlone. Book Now

Deputy Principals' Blended Summer Course – this inaugural IPPN Deputy Principal summer course is offered to current and acting teaching / administrative deputy principals. It is a one-week course commencing on Monday, 3rd July and involves two days of online learning and three days face-to-face training in Athlone. Book Now

PIMS 2017/2018 – Order Now

Principal's Information Management System (PIMS) 2017/2018 Section 1-3 is now available to order on www.ippn.ie - closing date to order your PIMS inserts is Friday, June 2nd.

PIMS will be delivered during July/August, so ensure you provide us with a relevant delivery address which ensures that you can receive your copy during school closures.

What's New



DES Guidelines for Primary Schools Supporting Pupils with Special Educational Needs in Mainstream Schools
The main purpose of this document is to provide guidance to schools on the use, organisation and deployment of additional teaching resources for pupils with special educational needs.

25 April, 2017 - Active School Week
Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton TD, supported by the Minister for Health Promotion, Marcella Corcoran Kennedy TD, encouraged all schools to get active this Active School Week (ASW).
http://www.education.ie/en/Press-Events/Press-Releases/2017-Press-Releases/PR17-04-25.html#sthash.sE5rqAa1.dpuf

19 April, 2017 - Teaching of Foreign Languages
Minister Bruton to Prioritise Teaching of Foreign Languages –
See more at: http://www.education.ie/en/Press-Events/Press-Releases/2017-Press-Releases/PR17-04-19.html#sthash.AGK3h5JJ.dpuf

18 April, 2017 - School Costs
Minister Bruton Announces Measures to Tackle School Costs –
See more at: http://www.education.ie/en/Press-Events/Press-Releases/2017-Press-Releases/PR17-04-18.html#sthash.iPiVOmfJ.dpuf

17 April, 2017 - Diversity in the teaching profession
Minister Bruton announces allocation of €2.4m funding to promote diversity in the teaching profession –
See more at: http://www.education.ie/en/Press-Events/Press-Releases/2017-Press-Releases/PR17-04-17.html#sthash.N1PCpmmC.dpuf