Dear Parents and Friends of St Kevin's College
After the long weekend, staff and students arrived refreshed and ready for the final month of the term. Our "Green Week" limited disruptions to class activities and staff have been busy updating their markbooks with assessment grades in preparation for report writing. Reports for all levels will be sent out at the end of term.
It was with considerable relief that I read the letter from the Secretary of Education, Lesley Longstone, detailing the reversal of the class size alterations announcement in the 2012 Budget. As a result, the Post Primary Teacher's Association (PPTA) meeting scheduled for Tuesday has been cancelled. I was concerned that we were entering a period of industrial relations disruption that would take our focus from the core business of teaching and learning. I congratulate Minister Parata for accepting that the proposals did not have support and taking the pragmatic step of reversing the decision. While I accept that we are in difficult economic times and that all sectors need to show financial responsibility, I see education as the number one way of improving the lot of those most vulnerable. I am hopeful that the Minister's undertaking to consult with the education sector will result in a well structured plan ensuring that the budget is balanced without impacting on those who are most vulnerable.
This weekend I will be joining with fellow Principals, Christian Brothers and representatives of the various Edmund Rice Networks throughout the country to reflect on progress and chart future directions within the Network. I ask that you remember the work of the group in your prayers and also pray for Mr Ryan who has embarked on the next phase of his treatment.
God Bless You All
Paul Olsen, Principal
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