In Piercestown N.S we have an elected Parents’ Association who work with the Principal, Staff and the Board of Management to build effective partnership of home and school.

What is the role of the PA?

The Education Act, 1998 sets down the role of the parent association.

• Educational research on the involvement of parents in schools shows that children achieve higher levels when parents and teachers work together.
• The Parent Association can advise the principal and Board of Management on policy issues and incidents that may require a review of school policy, e.g. Bullying, Safety, Homework, Enrolment, Behaviour problems etc.
• Parent Associations can suggest and/or organise extra-curricular activities or fundraising events for specific projects within the school community.
• The Parent Association is a support for parents in the school.
• The Parent Association can invite speakers to address the parents on issues which are topical or relevant.

Who are we?

Chairperson:  Amanda Whitmore

Vice Chairperson:  Jennifer McDonagh

Treasurer:  Suzanne Connolly

Secretary:  Sharon Finegan

Committee members:  Laura Walsh (Principal),  Deirdre Newport (Teacher Representative) Karina Cadogan, Shaun Ahern, Laura Campbell, Steph Quigley, Avril McGee, Anne Walsh

Class Liaison Officers: 

Junior Infants:  Sinead Walsh

Senior Infants:  Aine Doyle

First Class:  Maeve Wilson

Second Class:  Amanda Whitmore

Third Class:  Karina Cadogan

Fourth Class:  Eleanor Power

Fifth Class:  Claire Howlin

Sixth Class:  Linda Brennan

If you would like to get involved, please contact Amanda on 087 4419140.