Dean – supporting student success in Newbridge College Welcome Dean – supporting student success in Newbridge College

THE ROLE OF DEAN Working with parents to support student success

5 Core Dimensions to the role: 1. Academic tracking 2. Behaviour Management 3. Operational 4. Year Group Spirit 5. Wellbeing

1. Academic tracking Pride Excellence Effective monitoring of student progress Early support Partnership approach in supporting student success Appropriate intervention Dean role – central in supporting student success in line with his/ her abilities Achieve his/her potential

Study Skills Seminars 1st & 2nd Years: Study Skills Week (subject specific) 3rd Years: Tuesday 8th January 5th Years: 18th October 2018 6th Years: 14th September 2018

Study & Homework Significance of this year academically Need to be organised, focused and hard working Seek support if needed Set targets Revision schedules Academic achievement

Collaborative Learning Focus in teaching and learning Key skill in new Junior Cycle TL21 Programme Benefits: 1. Enhances problem solving skills 2. Inspires critical thinking 3. Improves social interactions 4. Aids development of self management skills 5. Promotes oral communication skills ResponsibilityCo-operation

Tell me and I’ll forget, Show me and I’ll remember, Involve me and I’ll understand.

Assessment Responsibility Excellence 1st Years: Continuous Assessment at Christmas Summer Exams 2nd & 5th Years: Christmas Exams Interim informal exams at Easter (online results only) 3rd Years: Formal in class Assessment Mocks 6th Years: Pre-mocks November Mock Exams February

2. Behaviour Responsibility Empathy Code of Behaviour Promotes a system of values for which life in the College is based Essential for effective teaching and learning Integral part of our school community In line with Dominican ethos Building life skills Promotes positive behaviour Based on ‘RESPECT’ Tues/Thurs vs. Saturday detention

Respect R: Responsibility - We are accountable to ourselves and others for our decisions. E: Empathy - We take the time to acknowledge and understand others point of view. S: Safety - We behave in a safe manner and take care of each other. P: Pride - We take pride in ourselves and our environment. E: Excellence - We strive to do our best in all areas of our lives. C: Co-operation - We work together for success. T: Truth - We speak and act honestly.

Restorative Practices

Anti-bullying & Cyberbullying Huge emphasis on this in Newbridge College Parents: Please monitor your child’s usage of technology Conversation – Internet Safety Impact on students learning & study Impact on students wellbeing

3. Operational Attendance/Punctuality Sign in/sign out Uniform E-diary Lockers Forest - Out of bounds Student Car Park

Punctuality Responsibility Co-operation Parents – a key role in students punctuality 8.20am – suggested arrival time 8.40am – school begins After 8.40am – Late sign in at enquiries Notes visible in e-diary (frequent parental viewing recommended) Parent intervention Saturday detention/formal letter – repeat offenders Obvious impact on teaching and learning

Formal Letter Re. Punctuality

Punctuality – some facts!! There are 167 days in an Irish Post Primary school year. If you miss one day every two weeks you will have missed 7% of your school year which could amount to up to 7% of your coursework!! If you are late to school each day and miss first class, you will have missed 11.6% of your schooling per year!! That equals 19 days per year!! If a student is 10 minutes late for a class period, that accounts for 25% of the lesson, which could account for 25% of his/her coursework. Every day counts…..every class counts!!

Signing – in/out Responsibility Safety N.B: Students give note to Dean in morning only Exceptional cases – otherwise Authorised at enquiries New system – using smart card Smart card – study hall Sign out by own parent only Late sign-in’s & sign outs – minimal.

Uniform Responsibility Pride Parents: Please check your child’s uniform each morning Uniform as outlined in the Code of Behaviour Black leather shoes Non uniform items not allowed (placed in locker at 8.40am-3.40pm) Outerwear: College fleece or College jacket only Piercings: No facial piercings (noserings, eyebrow studs or lip rings) Natural hair colour

E-Diary Parental viewing recommended - min. weekly Key communication tool Monitor students progress Recognise and reinforce positive behaviours - Certificate of Commendation Certificate of Attendance

4. Year Group Spirit Dean – promotes & nurtures year group spirit Extracurricular activities Year group activities Sense of belonging Wellbeing focus Co-operation Empathy

5. Wellbeing Responsibility Empathy Safety Nurturing relationships Pastoral care Promoting social cohesion and an inclusive atmosphere Supporting positive mental health Whole school approach

Communication First point of contact Electronic Diary/Advanced E-portal Direct email and phone number Link with management Partners with parents

Any Questions??