Arklow CBS
Parent’s Evening
2014/2015
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Mixed Ability Setup
Timetable – Co-Curricular
activities
Uniform
Book Rental Scheme -€130
Code of Behaviour
Policies (see website)
Website: www.arklowcbs.ie
Arklow CBS
Facilities
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Canteen
Outdoor and Indoor
Basketball Courts
Football Field
School Library
2 Science laboratories
Woodwork Room
Art Room
Technical Drawing Room
Computer Room
Arklow CBS
Code of Behaviour
We pride ourselves on having a safe all
inclusive orderly environment that is
conducive to teaching and learning and
promotes respect for all.
Merit System – merits awarded to students for
Cooperation
Participation
Improvement
Volunteering
Excellence.
Demerit System – demerits given to students
for various breaches of the code of behaviour.
Homework
Disruption
Cheek
Late without reason
Uniform
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Pastoral Care System
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Form Master-Mr. Ryan
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Assembly – Once per Month
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Class Tutor – One per Class
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Lunch Time Arrangements – 1st
Years stay in school
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Student Leadership – Student
Liaison Officers & Student
Council
Arklow CBS
ST
1 Yr Core
Curriculum
English
Irish
Mathematics
History
Geography
Science
Religion
CSPE
SPHE
P.E
I. T.
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28 Classes
Arklow CBS
1st Yr Non - Core
Curriculum
French
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German
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Technical Graphs /
Material Technology
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Business Studies
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Music
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Art
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Tutorial
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14 Classes
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1st Yr Assessment
Assessment:
• Continuous Assessment –
Homework
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Subject Assessment –
Classroom Exams
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Formal Assessment Christmas & Summer Exams
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1st Yr Reporting
Reporting:
• Christmas and Summer
Reports
• Interim Reports as Required
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Student Awards
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Student of the Year
Attendance **
Music
Art
Literary
Information Technology
Athlete of the Year
Young Scientist
Golfer
Merits
Other awards as
decided by teachers
Arklow CBS
Extra – Curricular
Activities
•Soccer
•GAA
•Basketball
•Rugby
•Hurling
•Cross Country Running
•Lunch time activities
Computer club
Homework club
Chess club
Fifa Games
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School Uniform
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School Jacket
Grey Trousers
Grey jumper with school crest
Light Blue Shirt
Navy Tie
Black runners or shoes (must be
completely black-no stripes etc.)
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School Tracksuit
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Uniform check daily
Arklow CBS
School Day
We encourage all students to be in
prior to first bell in order that they can
get to their locker and get organised
for the school day ahead.
•First Bell 8.50
•Class Bell 8.55
3 x 40 minute class periods
•Small Break 10.55
•Class Bell 11.05
3 x 40 minute class periods
Lunch 1.05
•First Bell 1.45
•Class Bell 1.50
3 x 40 minute class periods
End of day 3.50
Lateness is not acceptable.
Arklow CBS
Contact with Parents
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Text System
School Reports
Parent – Teacher Meetings
Phonecalls
Interim Meetings (if required)
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School Journal
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Supporting your
son’s Education
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Advice for parents
Early days – nerves
Dealing with teacher etc
Learning Difficulties
Extra Curricular
Balanced Approach
Pastoral Care
Health & Safety
Homework & Study
Questions &
Answers