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.

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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

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

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.

We sent v important information to our member schools in Fridays update from RiskEye Online Security Service -please note! #members #supports

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.

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.

Our members only bi-weekly newsletter sends recent, relevant and important updates to post primary school leaders across all three sectors! Let us know if you are not receiving yours! #members #support Rachel O Connor Paul Crone

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

Director Paul Crone represented the School Leader voice today at the Houses of the Oireachtas Committee, along with colleagues from #JMB #ACCS #ETBI - Evaluating the Impact of the Hot School Meals Programme. Rachel O Connor

@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

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!

Over 500 post- primary Principals and Deputy Principals across all sectors have already registered for NAPD Conference 2025!! ✅️✅️Limited Places so don't miss out! When?🔜 October 15th to 17th Where? ❓️ Galmont, Galway How? www.napd.ie/conference-2...

Take 1 Programme training - embedding ESD in learning & teaching. Spaces available for Sept/Oct - see booking form here shorturl.at/oDh0C @napdie.bsky.social @accsirl.bsky.social #esd #teaching #sustainabledevelopment

Our final regional meitheal takes places in Carlow, Region 4 had brilliant speakers lined up for today and tomorrow, updates from Paul & Rachel, huge thanks to Elaine, Niamh, Maura & to the school leaders that joined us for a most enjoyable evening! Ar Aghaidh le Chéile #members

NAPD is delighted to announce that Anthony Reynolds has been recommended as incoming Vice President of NAPD. Anthony is a Deputy Principal Presentation Kilkenny. He has served as Region 5 Secretary and Region 5 representative to the National Executive. @CeistTrust Comhgairdeas!

Degrees without CAO points were meant to be a ‘game changer’. Why do so few students avail of them? @fetrc.bsky.social @dcuioe.bsky.social @napdie.bsky.social www.irishtimes.com/ireland/educ...

Today #NAPD & #UL hosted a day for School Leaders reflecting on Leading Culture,so many takeaways, insights & reminders! Huge thanks to Niamh, Patricia and Niekie from UL for their time & wisdom & of course to our members for taking time to reflect, share & support each other!

A brilliant Region 8 meeting took place yesterday, with input from @patriciamannixm and Director Paul Crone, huge thanks to Lucia, Ciara, Jean-Marie and regional committee for their work on behalf of our members!! Congrats to Sarah Jane for winning overnight @Knightsbrook1 !

We were delighted to meet @HMcEntee @Education_Ire @LeinsterHouse today, we discussed lots of topics on behalf of our members including Admin Support, Senior Cycle Reform, supporting Attendance in our schools, TY and other important topics #Members #support

Registration for the NAPD Conference 2025 will open this Friday at 11am. The link for registration will be sent out in the NAPD Friday update. Conference Accommodation will also open on Friday, 11am. Friday’s update will include all hotel information.

Very interesting to hear from Brendan Moore from "Train Me Hire Me" providing Skilled Operative Training in the construction industry! Love their motto...#GUTU - Get Up Turn Up! Region 7 online meeting #Members #supports

Region 7 meeting up and running, David @ArkHQ taking members through what to expect during an unannounced Health & Safety Inspection #members #support

Research on Women in School Leadership. I am exploring the career paths of female teachers who opt not to participate in management roles, whether middle management or senior management. If you are interested in taking part do get in touch! @napdie.bsky.social @willnetwork.bsky.social

We've been shortlist for three awards this year for the National Association and Institute Awards 2025! Our 3 categories are; Member Communications & Enagagement, Best Event and Best Publication! We will continue to work hard for and advocate for our members!!

A huge thanks to Region 1 for organising a brilliant Meitheal here @farnhamestate for over 50 school leaders across all 3 sectors, great, insightful input from Edel Jordan from "push to pause" the importance of putting your own health FIRST!

Today we welcomed @lawlessj of @DeptofFHed to our NAPD @FETColleges_IE Conference, Director Paul Crone outlined the challenges & opportunities within the FET sector and reiterated NAPDs committment to collaboration on behalf of our members @SOLASFET

Lots of updates, insights and exciting FET plans outlined by @andrewbrownlee7 of @SOLASFET at @FETColleges_IE Annual Conference @DeptofFHed

"Sparks come from places darkest"... to feel part of something bigger and my own needs were met... really excellent insights from Sean McGreal @agriculture_ie @MayoCollegeFET the voice of the FET Learner @SOLASFET @DeptofFHed

The final session this evening hosted by Dr. Jean Fitzgerald @CDETBAdultEd "FET has the ability to pivot and respond and offers REAL potential to students" @SOLASFET @DeptofFHed #particpatory #agentic @LouthMeathETB @agriculture_ie

President Emeritus @MaynoothUni @MU_Education Tom Collins @NAPD_IE @FETColleges_IE annual conference FET - First Choice for Learners, great insight into changing social contracts and collectivism, @SOLASFET @DeptofFHed

Delighted to attend the annual FET Colleges Ireland conference @napdie.bsky.social @dcuioe.bsky.social

Really powerful listening to Sean McGreal, @agriculture_ie describing his FET journey "it had instilled sth in me that i didnt think i had at the time" #IMPACT #belief #confidence #itsyourjourney @SOLASFET @DeptofFHed @FETColleges_IE

@aontas CEO Dearbháil Lawless is our first speaker at our @FETColleges_IE National Conference, 1 in 10 people in Ireland are engaged in FET.... a key pillar in Irish society #IMPACT @SOLASFET @DeptofFHed

Excited to be at the opening of our annual NAPD FETCI Conference 2025 at Knightsbrook Hotel, in association with SOLAS - Our theme: FET - First choice for Learners Looking forward to welcoming Minister Lawless tomorrow, Ar aghaidh le chéile! @SOLASFET @DeptofFHed @FETColleges_IE

An excellent stakeholder collaborative forum hosted by #oideleadership today in Athlone, brilliant input by Dr. Keith Young looking at AI and education, really important conversations. Comhgairdeas to the Oide Leadership team 👏👏 #demystifyingAI Lots of food for thought!

Rory O'Sullivan, one of our team of Regional ambassadors visited Ballyfermot CFE and met Cecilia Munro (P) and DPs Dr Denis Murray and Ken Rea. An amazing centre of innovation & creativity dedicated to 100's of learners! @cdetbcdu @CDETBAdultEd

The inaugural Region 9 Meitheal was a brilliantly organised event where School Leaders reflected, collaborated, broke bread together and laughed! Paul Dicker sent us on our way with an uplifting, energetic & very practical workshop on Time mgt! #members #support @NAPDR9

#SnaG25 - Is fearr Gaeilge briste, ná Béarla cliste

#SnaG25 - Mol an Óige agus Tiocfaidh sí

Huge thanks to Region 4 committee, Maura, Niamh, Elaine, Joe and Gerard for organising an excellent breakfast meeting this morning! Special thanks for @chocolategarden for sponsoring a fab hamper & congrats to Noel the lucky winner!!! #members #support @ncseirl

At @napdie.bsky.social symposium today. An excellent morning of advocacy! Finger on the pulse of the issues facing #schools, and anchored in student voice. Well done @NAPD!!! Maith thú. #speirgorm #schools #inclusion