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CLOSING DATE _ WEDNESDAY MARCH 25th! NAPD have engaged Dr. Finn O’ Murchú to carry out some research. We invite teachers, middle leaders, school leaders to take part.
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March 23, 2026 at 10:31 AM
CLOSING DATE _ WEDNESDAY MARCH 25th! NAPD have engaged Dr. Finn O’ Murchú to carry out some research. We invite teachers, middle leaders, school leaders to take part.
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Launch of the Thomas F Meagher Flag Day Supplement today in the Irish Independent. NAPD are delighted to support this important initiative highlighting the importance of the Irish flag to promote cultural inclusion in our schools and for all our students.
March 13, 2026 at 11:26 AM
Launch of the Thomas F Meagher Flag Day Supplement today in the Irish Independent. NAPD are delighted to support this important initiative highlighting the importance of the Irish flag to promote cultural inclusion in our schools and for all our students.
Super opportunity to chat with the Principal and two Deputies in Virginia College. Great to see a busy school running so well, prioritising high quality teaching and learning. Good to hear the on the ground feedback on our symposium and the negative impact the points race can have on some students
March 12, 2026 at 12:28 PM
Super opportunity to chat with the Principal and two Deputies in Virginia College. Great to see a busy school running so well, prioritising high quality teaching and learning. Good to hear the on the ground feedback on our symposium and the negative impact the points race can have on some students
NAPD Members! Be sure to download the NAPD APP to stay up to date with the work we do on your behalf! Full details in the NAPD Newsletter! We are also currently updating and streamlining our website for members - www.napd.ie The APP is available for both Android and Apple #members #support
March 7, 2026 at 11:57 AM
NAPD Members! Be sure to download the NAPD APP to stay up to date with the work we do on your behalf! Full details in the NAPD Newsletter! We are also currently updating and streamlining our website for members - www.napd.ie The APP is available for both Android and Apple #members #support
Today we were witnesses at the Joint Committee on Children and Equality on Thursday, on the topic of ‘Technology, social media and children’, with a focus on the safety and well-being of children online. We highlighted several very important issues affecting students and staff in our schools
March 5, 2026 at 7:40 PM
Today we were witnesses at the Joint Committee on Children and Equality on Thursday, on the topic of ‘Technology, social media and children’, with a focus on the safety and well-being of children online. We highlighted several very important issues affecting students and staff in our schools
Past-President Anton O’Mahony presenting the cheque to the RNLI who were nominated for the Presidents charity at conference last October. A huge thanks to our members for their generosity, your contributions will make a huge impact supporting this worthy cause and will save lives at sea. Thank you.
March 4, 2026 at 8:35 AM
Past-President Anton O’Mahony presenting the cheque to the RNLI who were nominated for the Presidents charity at conference last October. A huge thanks to our members for their generosity, your contributions will make a huge impact supporting this worthy cause and will save lives at sea. Thank you.
Members! Have you downloaded the NAPD APP? Get our bi-weekly newsletter and important updates straight to your phone! Available for Apple and Android -full details on www.napd.ie Don't miss out!
March 3, 2026 at 9:50 AM
Members! Have you downloaded the NAPD APP? Get our bi-weekly newsletter and important updates straight to your phone! Available for Apple and Android -full details on www.napd.ie Don't miss out!
Today we recorded the 3rd in our series of webinars for schools "Fostering Respect and Well-Being in Our Schools".. delighted to have been joined by Helping Hands Maria Garvey, DP Ruth Gallen and P Fergal Boyle,
February 27, 2026 at 11:12 AM
Today we recorded the 3rd in our series of webinars for schools "Fostering Respect and Well-Being in Our Schools".. delighted to have been joined by Helping Hands Maria Garvey, DP Ruth Gallen and P Fergal Boyle,
Looking forward to our 3rd webinar at 10am today for members, Early Identification and Resolution of Hidden Bullying with Helping Hands and two experienced School Leaders, all webinars in this series are available as support for School Leaders on www.napd.ie #members #supports
February 27, 2026 at 9:27 AM
Looking forward to our 3rd webinar at 10am today for members, Early Identification and Resolution of Hidden Bullying with Helping Hands and two experienced School Leaders, all webinars in this series are available as support for School Leaders on www.napd.ie #members #supports
We were in the clocktower Department of Education and Youth today attending a multi stakeholder consultation hosted by the State Examinations Commission thanks to Andrea Feeney and her team for this important opportunity to engage with the #RACE review
February 26, 2026 at 7:22 PM
We were in the clocktower Department of Education and Youth today attending a multi stakeholder consultation hosted by the State Examinations Commission thanks to Andrea Feeney and her team for this important opportunity to engage with the #RACE review
Shocking confirmation of the impact of poor school attendance on students academically, socially and personally. Delighted with the opportunity to address the delegates at the launch of the findings. Our system needs to remove barriers and points as a yardstick for success.
#EveryDayCounts
#EveryDayCounts
February 26, 2026 at 4:22 PM
Shocking confirmation of the impact of poor school attendance on students academically, socially and personally. Delighted with the opportunity to address the delegates at the launch of the findings. Our system needs to remove barriers and points as a yardstick for success.
#EveryDayCounts
#EveryDayCounts
Delighted to attend the ETBI Further Education conference #FET4ALL. Further Education has such an important role in the expansion of pathways for students. FET opportunities delivers for student interests, aptitudes and abilities. #FETCI supporting students on their pathway to success.
February 25, 2026 at 10:34 AM
unioflimerick.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... A survey on Leadership networks for Post Primary Principals and Deputy Principals in Ireland, 5 to 7 mins!!!
February 4, 2026 at 6:35 PM
unioflimerick.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... A survey on Leadership networks for Post Primary Principals and Deputy Principals in Ireland, 5 to 7 mins!!!
Today we recorded a webinar for members Riskeye,our Safer Social Partners. We were joined by mitigation experts who gave some great advice re:securing personal accounts, reporting, dual authentifcation, trademarking and more. It will be included in tomorrows newsletter for members to watch back.
January 27, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Today we recorded a webinar for members Riskeye,our Safer Social Partners. We were joined by mitigation experts who gave some great advice re:securing personal accounts, reporting, dual authentifcation, trademarking and more. It will be included in tomorrows newsletter for members to watch back.
Attending #BETT at inaugural Ministerial Symposium, todays keynote with Hannah Fry a conversation about the purpose of education,the impact of AI on education,connection,cognition & on Eudaimonia an ancient Greek term often translated as "happiness,"but signifies a deeper state of human flourishing!
January 21, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Attending #BETT at inaugural Ministerial Symposium, todays keynote with Hannah Fry a conversation about the purpose of education,the impact of AI on education,connection,cognition & on Eudaimonia an ancient Greek term often translated as "happiness,"but signifies a deeper state of human flourishing!
NAPD is delighted to be attending the inaugural Ministerial Symposium at BETT UK.Taking place on the 20-21 January 2026 alongside and at Bett, the Symposium will see 150-200 ministers, senior policymakers, and innovators to engage in strategic, action-oriented dialogue on the future of education.
January 20, 2026 at 10:20 PM
NAPD is delighted to be attending the inaugural Ministerial Symposium at BETT UK.Taking place on the 20-21 January 2026 alongside and at Bett, the Symposium will see 150-200 ministers, senior policymakers, and innovators to engage in strategic, action-oriented dialogue on the future of education.
Delighted to meet today with Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton T.D at Leinster House, a great opportunity to discuss issues affecting Post Primary School Leaders, we welcome continued engagement and collaboration with Department of Education and Youth Paul Crone Brian Doran
January 15, 2026 at 9:56 AM
Delighted to meet today with Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton T.D at Leinster House, a great opportunity to discuss issues affecting Post Primary School Leaders, we welcome continued engagement and collaboration with Department of Education and Youth Paul Crone Brian Doran
@paul-crone.bsky.social was delighted to attend the launch of the National Conversation on Education this morning.
These national conversations are essential for us to future proof our education system for the current and the emerging needs of our students. Ar Aghaidh le Chéile
These national conversations are essential for us to future proof our education system for the current and the emerging needs of our students. Ar Aghaidh le Chéile
January 14, 2026 at 5:13 PM
@paul-crone.bsky.social was delighted to attend the launch of the National Conversation on Education this morning.
These national conversations are essential for us to future proof our education system for the current and the emerging needs of our students. Ar Aghaidh le Chéile
These national conversations are essential for us to future proof our education system for the current and the emerging needs of our students. Ar Aghaidh le Chéile
Our latest fully accredited micro credential is now open for registration! Professional Certificate in Financial Management & Governance with IOB - full details via NAPD Member Newsletter!
January 13, 2026 at 9:27 PM
Our latest fully accredited micro credential is now open for registration! Professional Certificate in Financial Management & Governance with IOB - full details via NAPD Member Newsletter!
Upcoming webinar for NAPD members - Key updates from our Online Mitigation Partners -Riskeye - full details in NAPD newsletter!
January 13, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Upcoming webinar for NAPD members - Key updates from our Online Mitigation Partners -Riskeye - full details in NAPD newsletter!