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Parent Handbook 2019/2020
Contents
College Mission Statement 1
College Crest 3
Contact Information 1
Characteristics & Aims of a Jesuit Education 5
Prayer Of Saint Ignatius of Loyola 6
Child Protection Guidelines for Post-Primary 8
Schools 8
Welcome 9
Your Handbook 9
Year & Class Names 10
Year Heads 11
Key Information 31
Co-Curricular Activities 35
Sports 42
College History, Campus and Buildings 44
Events 45
Parent Matters 47
Communications 48
Miscellaneous 50
Past Pupils 51
Frequently Asked Questions 53
Child Protection Policy 55
For almost five centuries, Jesuit Founded in 1534, the Society of Jesus
education has existed as a model emphasises the pursuit of wisdom
of academic excellence throughout in the tradition of its founder, St.
the world. Jesuits are synonymous Ignatius of Loyola.
with excellence in education and
commitment to caring for the whole
person – mind, body and spirit.
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Editor's Note Contact
Information
Rector Fr Paddy Greene SJ 01-8586600 rector@belvederecollege.ie
Headmaster Mr Gerry Foley 01-8586604 hmsec@belvederecollege.ie
Headmaster's Secretary Ms Yvonne O'Brien 01-8586604 hmsec@belvederecollege.ie
Deputy Principal (Elements/Rudiments) Mr Paul Bryce 01-8586662 pbryce@belvederecollege.ie
Deputy Principal (Grammar/Syntax) Mr Colin McCarthy 01-8586674 tdoyle@belvederecollege.ie
Deputy Principal (Poetry/Rhetoric) Mr Tom Doyle 01-8586768 cmccarthy@belvederecollege.ie
Director of Faith & Service Mr Padraig Swan 01-8586639 pswan@belvederecollege.ie
Director of Finance & Administration Ms Mary Brady 01-8586632 mbbrady@belvederecollege.ie
School Fees, Trips/Exchanges Ms Louise Deane 01-8586635 ldeane@belvederecollege.ie
SDP Mr Simon O'Donnell 01-8586620 sodonnell@belvederecollege.ie
Fundraising/SDP Sponsorship Mr Jonathan Harvey 01-8586633 jharvey@belvederecollege.ie
Additional Educational Needs (AEN) Ms Val Hamilton 01-8586684 vhamilton@belvederecollege.ie
Gamesmaster Mr Andrew Wood 01-8586642 awood@belvederecollege.ie
PE Dept Mr Ronan Duggan 01-8586618 rduggan@belvederecollege.ie
Guidance & Counselling Ms Roisin O'Donohoe 01-8586625 roisinodonohoe@belvederecollege.
Belvedere College SJ and its community extend a warm A sincere thanks to all who contributed to this handbook Ms Angela Curran 01-8586678 acurran@belvederecollege.ie
welcome to all families and particularly to new families and to the Parents’ Association for their support and
joining us this year. We hope you find your time as part of sponsorship. Ms Aoife McArdle 01-8586790 amcardle@belvederecollege.ie
the College community a rewarding one. We look forward
Reception Ms Denise Reddy 01-8586649 dreddy@belvederecollege.ie
to your son’s journey over the next six years and hope that PLEASE NOTE:
together we can contribute to the development of citizens VISITING THE COLLEGE – APPOINTMENTS WITH STAFF Mr Fionbarr O'Brien 01-8586600 fobrien@belvederecollege.ie
who will contribute to a just and fair society.
All visitors to the College, including parents/guardians, are Housekeeping Ms Breda O'Dwyer 01-8586603 bredaodwyer@belvederecollege.ie
Situated in the heart of Dublin City, Belvedere College SJ required to register at Reception and collect and wear a
Information Technology Ms Noelle Russell 01-8586682 nrussell@belvederecollege.ie
is a school for boys founded in 1832. It continues today in a Visitor Pass.
tradition rooted in the Jesuit approach to education. Library Ms Aileen Ivory 01-8586699 aivory@belvederecollege.ie
At no time should parents/guardians go directly to their
The school has over 1000 pupils enrolled and has a number son’s classroom or the staffroom or student toilets. Elements Year Head Mr Pat Rogan 01-8586688 progan@belvederecollege.ie
of famous alumni in the world of the arts, politics, science, Meetings are arranged by appointment in the designated
Rudiments Year Head Mr Brendan O'Shea 01-8586612 boshea@belvederecollege.ie
sports and business meeting rooms.
Grammar Year Head Mr Shane Moran 01-8586652 smoran@belvederecollege.ie
This handbook is designed specifically for all Belvedere These procedures are necessary in the interests of
parents and guardians. We recommend you read it through Health and Safety and Child Protection. Syntax/TY Year Head Mr Stuart Colohan 01-8586630 scolohan@belvederecollege.ie
once and then keep it to hand as an easy reference guide Poetry Year Head Mr Stephen Carey 01-8586610 stephencarey@belvederecollege.ie
throughout your son’s six years in the school. Louise Deane, Editor
Rhetoric Year Head Ms Edel Ni Bhriain 01-8586631 enibhriain@belvederecollege.ie
Further information on any topic is available in detail online
on the College website www.belvederecollege.ie or by Form Tutors & Subject Teachers via Reception 01-8586600 fobrien@belvederecollege.ie
contacting the College directly on 01-8586600. 01-8586600 dreddy@belvederecollege.ie
We would be delighted to receive feedback and suggestions Belvedere College SJ, Great Denmark Street, Dublin, Ireland Chaplain Mr Robert Altman 01-8586782 raltman@belvederecollege.ie
for future editions of this handbook to ldeane@ Dublin D01TK25 - Phone 01-8586600 | www.belvederecollege.ie
belvederecollege.ie Chaplain Mr Eoghan Keogh 01-8586621 ekeogh@belvederecollege.ie
Chaplain Ms Aoife McArdle 01-8586790 amcardle@belvederecollege.ie
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Mission The College
Statement Crest
Ad Maiorem Dei Gloriam
The College is a Catholic school under Belvedere has dedicated teachers The mission of the Belvedere The redesign of the College crest 1 2
the trusteeship of the Society of Jesus. who are committed to high academic Community - Jesuits, Board, Staff, reinstates the original form of the The seven black stripes reference St. The Loyola family’s generosity in
Set in the centre of Dublin city, it con- standards. The College provides a rich Parents, Present Students and Past Loyola coat of arms, while taking Ignatius coat of arms and the college feeding their soldiers was such that
tinues today a tradition since 1832 in and diverse curriculum catering for Pupils - is to ensure that graduates the opportunity to acknowledge colours. the leftovers in the pot were enough
the Jesuit approach to education. the needs of each individual student. of the College by their relationship the college colours, founding date, The family coat of arms of St. to feed the countryside wolves that
The school is fee-paying but pro- It strives for excellence also in areas of with Jesus Christ and through living and Jesuit ethos within its form. Ignatius combines two ancient and came at night. The pot symbolizes
vides a bursary scheme, independently sport and culture, social concern, and Gospel values, shall be persons for distinguished families, the Oñaz and their generosity. The name Loyola can
funded, out of a desire to be socially spiritual values, wherein students are others in leadership and example in The previous crest was created in 1962, the Loyola families. In 1321 seven sons be interpretted as the contraction of
just. encouraged and challenged to realise the pursuit of a just world. replacing one Fr. Jeffcoat SJ designed of the Oñaz family fought beside the Spanish lobos y olla, ‘wolves and
The family, as the primary edu- their full potential as human beings. in 1907. The article in the 1962 their king with bravery and great pot’ or ‘an abundance of loam’.
cator, through its commitment to Belvederian by Fr E. Murphy SJ traces distinction. In recognition of this,
the values of the school, shares the some of the changes to the crest 3
they were awarded a coat of arms of
responsibility for the students’ educa- since 1907. This new crest is part of a seven red diagonal stripes on a field IHS is a christogram, a combination
tion. refreshed visual identity that expresses of gold. These possibly commemorate of Greek letters to represent ‘Jesus
the history and provenance of the the seven brothers of the family who Christ’. The christogram has had other
college, while recognising the Christian fought with distinction in the battle of meanings attributed to it including
values that guide our path forward. Beotíbar near Tolosa in 1331. ‘Iesus Hominium Salvator’ — Jesus
Saviour of Men. St. Ignatius of Loyola
adopted the christogram in his seal as
general of the Society of Jesus (1541),
and thus it became the monogram of
the Jesuits.
4
The Society of Jesus founded St
3 Francis Xavier's College in a disused
convent on Hardwicke Street with
1
nine students in 1832, three years
after Catholic Emancipation, making
it the second oldest Catholic college
in Ireland for lay students. We share in
a long Ignatian tradition of ‘Educating
Men for Others’. (Men & Women for
Others by Pedro Arrupe SJ, Valencia,
1973)
Motto
2 The motto Per Vias Rectas (‘By straight
ways or paths’) was adopted by the
College in 1934 by the Rector, Fr
Morris SJ.
4
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The Aim of Jesuit Prayer
Jesuit Education & Ignation Tradition
Per Vias Rectas Prayer in the Ignatian Tradition
We aim to form leaders in service, in imitation of Christ Jesus; men and
women of competence, conscience and compassionate commitment.
Ignatian prayer is imaginative, 1. Become aware of 4. Choose one feature
reflective, and personal. St. Ignatius God’s presence. of the day and pray from it.
Loyola encouraged people to Look back on the events of the day Ask the Holy Spirit to direct you to
develop an intimate relationship in the company of the Holy Spirit. something during the day that God
with a God who loves them and The day may seem confusing to thinks is particularly important. It
desires the best for them. Ignatius you—a blur, a jumble, a muddle. may involve a feeling—positive or
Loyola trusted human desires. He Ask God to bring clarity and negative. It may be a significant
believed that our deepest desire is understanding. encounter with another person
to return God’s love. Ignatius Loyola or a vivid moment of pleasure or
also trusted feelings. He believed 2. Review the day with gratitude. peace. Or it may be something
that feelings of joy and sorrow, Gratitude is the foundation of that seems rather insignificant.
peace and distress, were important our relationship with God. Walk Look at it. Pray about it. Allow the
indicators of the path toward through your day in the presence prayer to arise spontaneously from
fruitful decisions and deeper union of God and note its joys and your heart—whether intercession,
with God. At the heart of Ignatian delights. Focus on the day’s gifts. praise, repentance, or gratitude.
prayer are the Spiritual Exercises Look at the work you did, the
and the Daily Examen. people you interacted with. What 5. Look toward tomorrow.
Characteristics of
did you receive from these people? Ask God to give you light for
Jesuit Education
How Can I Pray? What did you give them? Pay tomorrow’s challenges. Pay
A great way to pray is to look for attention to small things—the food attention to the feelings that
Competence (The Head) —embraces Finding God in All Things In Service of the Church
God’s presence in your life. More than you ate, the sights you saw, and surface as you survey what’s
a broad spectrum of abilities; Facilitating the discovery of and Jesuit schools are part of the Church’s
400 years ago St. Ignatius Loyola other seemingly small pleasures. coming up. Are you doubtful?
academic proficiency (including the encounter with God is its core value. mission to serve and humanise the
encouraged prayer-filled mindfulness God is in the details. Cheerful? Apprehensive? Full of
ability to reason reflectively, logically world and give glory to God.
by proposing what has been called delighted anticipation? Allow these
and critically), technological and Cura Personalis
The Daily Examen. The Examen is 3. Pay attention to your emotions. feelings to turn into prayer. Seek
vocational skills, an appreciation of the Caring for the individual and inviting The ‘Magis’ –
a technique of prayerful reflection One of St. Ignatius’s great God’s guidance. Ask God for help
creative arts and sports, and effective them on their unique journey Striving for Excellence
on the events of the day in order to insights was that we detect the and understanding. Pray for hope.
communication skills. of personal, moral and spiritual Jesuit Education seeks to elicit great
detect God’s presence and to discern the presence of the Spirit of
development. desires and encourages students to
his direction for us. Try this version of God in the movements of our St. Ignatius encouraged people to
Conscience (The Heart) — strive for great things for God.
St. Ignatius’s prayer. emotions. Reflect on the feelings talk to Jesus like a friend. End the
a person of conscience discerns what Growth Towards Freedom
you experienced during the day. Daily Examen with a meaningful
is right, good and true and has the and Responsibility Working as a Community
Boredom? Elation? Resentment? conversation with Jesus. Ask
courage to act according to those Jesuit pupils are to be men and All involved in Jesuit Education
Compassion? Anger? Confidence? forgiveness for your shortcomings. Ask
values. women of conscience, able and willing collaborate in the service of shared
What is God saying through these for God's protection and help. Ask for
to stand up and be counted in the values. A common task, and an
feelings?God will most likely show God's wisdom about the questions you
Compassion (The Hands) — name of truth and justice. overarching vision.
you some ways that you fell short. have and the problems you face. Do
a compassionate heart recognises
Make note of these shortcomings. all this in the spirit of gratitude. Your
Christ present in the faces of those in Christ is The Model Adaptable and Open to Growth
greatest need, and walks with them in for Human Life To nurture a capacity to adapt flexibly It is dangerous to make But look deeply for other life is a gift, and it is adorned with gifts
implications. Does a feeling of from God. End the Daily Examen with
solidarity and empathy. Jesus is at once the face of God and to the demands of new circumstances everybody go forward frustration perhaps mean that God the Our Father.
the model of compassion love. and challenges, intellectual and
existential. by the same road: and wants you consider a new direction
in some area of your work? Are you
A Faith That Does Justice worse to measure concerned about a friend? Perhaps
Forming men and women for a life of
active social commitment. others by oneself. you should reach out to him/her in
some way.
SAINT IGNATIUS OF LOYOLA
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The Examen
of Conciousness
A way to be in tune with yourself,
God and the world around you.
What is the Examen? How ‘to do’ the Examen Ignatian concepts of
The Examen is a prayerful reflection There are five steps to the Examen. It Consolation and Desolation
from the Spiritual Exercises of St can be helpful to think of each step St Ignatius' use of the concepts
Ignatius of Loyola (founder of the as a finger of your hand and one of of Consolation and Desolation are
Jesuits) which has become a key 5 R's, i.e. Relish (your day), Request critical to understanding and practising
part of Jesuit life and which can (help in being honest with yourself), the Examen.
have a powerful impact on the lives Review (your day), Repent (for any
of those who use it. It consists of wrongdoing), Resolve (to be a better Consolation is when something
setting time aside each day (for person in future) is deeply and genuinely good for
Ignatius twice a day, at midday us, good for our souls, leads us
and the end of the day) to reflect 1 Give thanks (Relish) towards God and away from our
prayerfully on the events of the day Spend a few moments in gratitude preoccupations.
and where God has been in those for the gifts and blessings of the
events. day. Desolation is when something is not
good for us, when we are wrapped
The Examen is a simple exercise in 2 Ask for light (Request) up in ourselves, and careless of God's
the practice of attentiveness to my Ask God to enlighten you, showing gifts and grace working in us, when we
lived experience and also in the art where God has been at work and substitute other things in place of God.
of discernment - becoming aware of present in your day through events,
the ways in which God is active in my people and places. Note that Ignatius means spiritual
life and resolving to co-operate better consolation / desolation. While these
with God’s gifts and calling. 3 Examine the day (Review) may be found in our thoughts and
Review the moments of the emotional responses, they are not the
The Examen should be embedded in day, noticing what has led same as our feelings of delight and
the life of Jesuit schools as a way of to consolation and what has led despair.
encouraging pupils and staff to reflect to desolation and my reactions
on their experience and to explore the to these events, people and places St Ignatius gives us a quick rule of
ways in which God is present in that (see consolation and desolation). thumb to 'test' whether something is
experience. The Examen might take 10 truly consolation or truly desolation:
to 15 minutes to complete but can also 4 Seek forgiveness (Repent) by noticing the faith, hope and love in
be done in a much shorter time. Ask God's forgiveness for the times us. Something that is truly consolation
when you have acted, spoken or will show itself in an increase in faith
thought contrary to his grace and (i.e. self-confidence in myself, in my T H E P R AY E R O F
calling for you. (This may also family, in my colleagues and pupils,
involve seeking forgiveness from a
person you have been rude to or
in society in general and in God), an
increase in hope (i.e. I am positive
St. Ignatius Loyola
mistreated in any way during your about things, always seeing the best,
day) seizing the little opportunities that
come my way, having a reason to get Dearest Lord, teach me to be generous,
5 Resolve to change (Resolve) out of bed in the morning), and an Teach me to serve You as I should,
Decide what in your behaviour or increase in love (ie. the loving and
attitude you will try to improve compassionate ways I treat those To give and not to count the cost,
tomorrow. around me, especially those I find To fight and not to heed the wounds,
difficult to love).
To toil and not to seek for rest,
Using a gratitude journal helps notice the movement of Life in your days, weeks, To labour and ask not for reward,
and months. Take time to write a few notes each day. For more practical tips on Save that of knowing that I do Your most holy will.
using the Examen please visit: www.jesuit.org.uk/ignatian-way-live
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Jesuit Education
Year and Class Names
The primary aim of Jesuit education is to create 1st Year Elements The basics of the language
the vir eloquens – literally eloquent man who
2nd Year Rudiments Enhancing the basics
is able to think and speak for himself. Thus the
classes in a Jesuit College are named after the 3rd Year Grammar The grammar of the language
stages in the learning of a classical language,
4th Year Syntax The word order of the language
e.g. Latin. Following the tradition of Jesuit
educational institutions around the world, each 5th Year Poetry The literature of the language
year group is assigned a name based on the
Renaissance Jesuit tradition.
6th Year Rhetoric Public Speaking
‘When the Jesuits opened St Francis
Understanding The Terms We Use Form Tutor
Xavier’s College in 1832, there were
AMDG
Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam. A Latin phrase, it translates as “To
Each class is led by a Form Tutor, thus there are 36 in the
College. The Form Tutor is assigned to a class in its first
just nine students’ names in the
the greater glory of God”. Students must write AMDG on
every piece of written work.
year and normally stays with that class for its six years.
The Form Tutor is the primary carer for the student and
roll-book. Nearly two centuries later,
Belvedere remains by conscious choice
is also the main point of contact for the students and
CURA PERSONALIS parents/ guardians. He/she meets with his/her class every
Personalised care and concern, lies at the core of the morning during Form Tutor Period at 8.40am for 5 minutes.
mission of Belvedere College SJ and is taken to mean that
staff are deeply involved in developing the intel-lectual,
Registration is taken at this time. The Form Tutor gives
guidance and advice to the boys. S/he also assists parents/
in the heart of Dublin within the
social and spiritual growth of each student.
Jesuit-run parish of Gardiner Street’.
guardians by giving an overview of their son’s development
both at Parent-Teacher Meetings and in the report which
PER VIAS RECTAS accompanies academic results twice a year. The Form
A Latin phrase, it translates as, ‘By straight ways/ paths’ and Tutor has a responsibility to address any issues in relation
is the College motto. to academic achievement, engagement, punctuality,
attendance and uniform. Form Tutors also complete the
“MEN FOR OTHERS” - FR PEDRO ARRUPE S.J. final reference for their students, therefore it is important
A key dimension of Jesuit education is developing each that students keep them informed of their achievements
student’s awareness of their responsibility to engage in in the College. Please contact your son’s Form Tutor if you
social justice activity. have any concerns about your son and his performance or
wellbeing at Belvedere.
Elements Mr Rogan progan@belvederecollege.ie
• monitor uniform code and address any issues in
Class Names For matters relating to issues in specific classes, relation to punctuality/attendance
correspondence should first be directed to the subject Rudiments Mr O'Shea boshea@belvederecollege.ie • support and advise tutors/teachers with regard to
There are six classes in each year and each is given
teacher. It is always best to talk to the individual teacher students.
individual names: Loyola (St Ignatius Loyola, founder of
if possible, most issues can be solved in a spirit of Grammar Mr Moran smoran@belvederecollege.ie
• communicate and liaise with parents/guardians
the Jesuits), Aylmer, (Fr Charles Aylmer SJ, founder & first
collaboration. regarding their son’s engagement and achievement
Rector of Belvedere College SJ) Xavier (St Francis Xavier, Syntax Mr Colohan scolohan@belvederecollege.ie
co-founder of the Society of Jesus and patron of Belvedere • monitor breaches of discipline and implement
Email while convenient, is a very poor substitute for Poetry Mr Carey stephencarey@belvederecollege.ie sanctions.
College SJ).Kenney (Fr Peter Kenney SJ, superior of the
discussion and clarification and should only be used where • monitor students’ reports and address issues relating
restored Jesuits in Ireland & provincial when Belvedere
a conversation was not possible. Rhetoric Ms Ni Bhriain enibhriain@belvederecollege.ie
was founded), Finlay (Fr Thomas Finlay SJ, a prolific writer to academic achievement and engagement
and second Rector of Belvedere College SJ, and Scully (Fr • liaise with Career Guidance/Chaplain and Special
Thomas Scully SJ, teacher of Physics at Belvedere College Education Department regarding students’
Year Head
SJ with a long association with SVP. The Scully Science The Year Head will also endeavour to: achievement and engagement
medal is awarded every year in his name) Each year group is co-ordinated by a Year Head, an • prevent bullying by consistent monitoring of student
experienced teacher with overall responsibility for the • support students in achieving their academic potential behaviour; organise assemblies/ workshops/ surveys/
Each class group retains its name, so a boy in first year, discipline, safety and the smooth running of the year group. • create a positive climate within the year group with activities to promote a profound respect for the dignity
Elements Scully (ES), will graduate in sixth year in Rhetoric S/he liaises with Form Tutors, the Deputy Headmaster and emphasis on good behaviour, respect and study skills of others.
Scully (RS). Chaplains.
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Principal Dates
Academic Year 2019 | 2020 W-F 11-20 House Exams
F-F 20-3 School Closes today for Christmas Holidays
Please note that dates are subject to change, please try to arrange family holidays, etc. around these dates. Su-T 22-24 Sleep Out
M 24 Christmas Eve Mass 7.30pm
MONTH D AY D AT E ACTIVITY TIME
AUGUST T 13 Leaving Certificate Results for Rhetoric 2019 9.30am J A N U A RY M 6 School Re-opens today
M-T 19-20 Elements Induction 9-1pm Th 16 Rhetoric Parent Teacher Meeting 3.45-6.50pm
M-W 19-21 Prefects’ Induction 2-4pm T 21 Junior Cycle Cluster Day – CPD for Staff – No School for Students
T 20 Viewing of Leaving Certificate Scripts Afternoon/Eve. W 22 DATs for TY students
W 21 Viewing of Leaving Certificate Scripts All Day M 27 Grammar Parent Teacher Meeting 3.45-6.50pm
W 21 Elements Induction (concluding with Mass with parents) 9–2.30pm W 29 Subject Options Meeting - Elements 2020 7pm
W 21 Elements Parents’ Induction (concluding with Mass with students) 12-2.30pm F 31 CAT Exams for incoming Elements 2020 (3 Sessions) All Day
W 21 Induction for New Staff 2.30-4.30pm F E B R U A RY W 5 Parents' Association Talk No 2 7pm
Th 22 Staff Day F-F 7-14 Rhetoric Mocks Commence
F 23 Rhetoric/Poetry/Grammar Return to School plus Staff Dept./CPD 9-11am F 14 Poetry Form Trips (all Day)
M 26 Syntax/Rudiments & Elements Return to School plus Staff Dept./CPD 9-11am M-F 17-21 School Closed –No School for Students - Midterm Break
M 26 Information Evening for Rhetoric Parents 7pm M 24 TY Information Evening for Grammar Parents 7pm
W 28 New Staff Formation Part 1 1.30-3.30pm T 25 Poetry Parent Teacher Meeting 3.45-6.50pm
W 28 SCT Parents Evening 6pm MARCH F-Su 6-8 Senior Play
W 28 Information Evening for Poetry Parents 7pm M 16 School Closed - No classes for Students
SEPTEMBER M 2 JCT Parents Evening 6pm T 17 School Closed - No classes for Students - St. Patrick’s Day
M 2 Information Evening for Grammar Parents 7pm Th 19 Poetry Careers Clinic 6.30pm
W 4 Opening School Year - Whole School Mass 11.30am F 20 Windband Concert 7pm
W 4 Information Evening for Rudiments Parents 7pm Th 26 Official School (Sports & Societies) Photographs Day 1
Th-F 12-13 TY Form Outings M-T 30-31 Rudiments Form Outings
M 16 Parents' Association AGM & BOM Elections 7pm T 31 Closing Date for Applications for entry 2021
F 20 Official School (Class) Photographs APRIL W 1 Parents' Association Talk No 3 7pm
F 27 School Closed - No School for Students F 3 Grammar Form Outings (TBC)
OCTOBER M 14 Social evening for parents of Elements Students 7pm F-Su 3-5 Elements - First Year Play
M 25-27 Junior Musical M-F 6-17 School closes today for Easter Holidays
M-F 28-1 School Closed –No School for Students - Midterm Break F 24 Official School (Sports & Societies) Photographs Day 2
NOVEMBER T 5 Rudiments Parent Teacher Meeting 3.45-6.50pm M 27 Elements Form Outings (TBC)
W 6 New Staff Formation Part 2 3.45-7.45pm T 28 Information Evening for Prospective Parents 2021 Group A
T 12 Study Skills Talk – Presentation for Parents (PA Talk No 1) 7.30pm W 29 Elements Grandparents’ Day 1.30-3pm
Th 14 Elements Parent Teacher Meeting 3.45-6.50pm M AY F 1 Musical Evening 7pm
W 20 Annual College Fair 7pm T 5 Information Evening for Prospective Parents 2021 Group B
W 27-30 Senior Musical Th 14 Rhetoric Passing Out Ceremony - Classes for Elements and Poetry only.
DECEMBER M 2 Syntax Parent Teacher Meeting 3.45-6.50pm F 15 Rhetoric Graduation 4pm
W 4 Whole school Mass for Feast of St Francis Xavier 11.30am F-F 22-29 House Exams
S 7 Carol Service including Christmas Food/Craft Fair 5pm Th 28 TY Graduation 7.30pm
M 9 School Closed – No School for Students - Junior Cycle CPD for Staff F 29 School closes today for Summer Holidays
M 9 TY Trip Information for Grammar Parents 7pm JUNE W-T 3-23 Leaving/Junior State Examinations
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Exchanges & Trips TY—Important Dates
2019/2020 2019/2020
Please note that all dates are approximate Please note that all dates are approximate
and are subject to change. and are subject to change.
Lourdes Dublin Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes Tuesday 3rd September 2019 August Monday 26th TY Induction
Dublin Diocesan Pilgrimage return from Lourdes Tuesday 10th September 2019 September Thur-Fri 12th-13th Syntax Form Outings
Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage to Lourdes Sunday 8th September 2019
Monday 16th Submission of 1st Work Experience forms
Meath Diocesan Pilgrimage return from Lourdes Sunday 15th September 2019
Tuesday 24th Work Exp. preparation / Lecture Theatre 1:35 -3p.m.
Oblate Pilgrimage to Lourdes Thursday 12th September 2019
October Mon 14th - Fri 25th Work Exp. 1. Boston, China, Vienna and Camino trips
Oblate Pilgrimage return from Lourdes Thursday 20th September 2019 also away at this time
Austria Belvedere Students travel to Vienna Friday 11th October 2019
November Monday 11th Deadline for the submission of Community Care 1 forms
Belvedere Students return from Vienna Friday 25th October 2019
Thursday 14th Work Experience and Trip Reflections in the afternoon
Austrian Students arrive in Dublin Sunday 19th April 2020
Tuesday 19th Community Care Preparation afternoon
Austrian Students return to Vienna Thursday 30th April 2020
Boston Belvedere Students travel to Boston Friday 11th October 2019 Friday 22nd Assessment 1 results due to TY coordinator
Belvedere Students return from Boston Friday 25th October 2019 December Monday 2nd Parent Teacher meeting
Boston College High Students arrive in Dublin TBC TBC TBC Monday 9th TY Trips application and selection information evening for
Grammar parents. 7pm in the O'Reilly Theatre
China Belvedere Students travel to China Friday 11th October 2019
Belvedere Students return from China Friday 25th October 2019 Mon 9th - Fri 20th Community Care I begins (concludes on Friday 20th)
Camino Belvedere Students travel to Spain Saturday 12th October 2019 January Thursday 16th Community Care review in the afternoon
Italy Belvedere Students travel to Italy Monday 21st October 2019 February Monday 3rd Subject Choice Meeting for parents of TY students (TBC)
Belvedere Students return from Italy Friday 25th October 2019
Monday 10th Deadline for Submission of Community Care 2 Forms
Kolkata Belvedere Students travel to Kolkata Friday 9th November 2019
Monday 24th TY Evening for Grammar parents. 7pm O'Reilly Theatre
Belvedere Students return from Kolkata Sunday 24th November 2019
March Friday 6th Assessment 2 results due to TY coordinator
Kolkata Students arrive in Dublin TBC TBC TBC
France Belvedere Students travel to Lyon Saturday 1st February 2020 Mon-Fri 9th-13th Community Care 2 begins (concludes on Friday 13th)
Belvedere Students return from Lyon Saturday 15th February 2020 Tuesday 31st Community Care Reflections in the afternoon
French Students arrive in Dublin TBC TBC TBC April Friday 24th Deadline for submission of Work Experience 2 forms
Taizé Belvedere Students travel to Taizé Sunday 5th April 2020 May Friday 15th Assessment 3 results due to TY Co-ordinator
Belvedere Students return from Taizé Sunday 12th April 2020
Monday 18th Work Experience 2 begins and finishes Fri. 29th May
Greece Belvedere Students travel to Greece Saturday 30th May 2020
Thursday 28th TY Graduation at 7.30p.m. in the O’Reilly Theatre
Belvedere Students return from Greece Saturday 6th June 2020
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Men & Women Belvedere College
for Others Key Information
‘We foster honesty, integrity, hard App. Flexibuzz - Communication
The College strives to communicate with
parents/guardians in an effective way:
provided a Flexibuzz notification should
be sent from a parent/ guardian outlining
the reason. Normally two recorded lates
Parents/guardians must make every
effort to schedule family holidays in
accordance with the scheduled breaks
work and a strong sense of justice’.
in any one week results in a detention published in the calendar as absence
getting important messages to our par- (either early morning before school or from College during term time is not
ents/guardians while avoiding informa- after school) encouraged. Permission for any absenc-
tion overload. As a result of feedback on es during the school term for holidays or
These are values, that when the existing SMS system and investiga- Students who live a long distance from
otherwise should be directed in writing
tion of suitable alternatives, the College the school may request a ‘Late Pass’ to
and in advance to the Headmaster.
has elected to use Flexibuzz, a commu- present in case of traffic delays which
Principal Academic Dates & Holidays are
neglected lead to materialism
nications app, to keep parents/guardians allows them to arrive up to 9.20am with-
available on the College website under
informed of College events. The purpose out having to account for their lateness.
the Parents’ tab and in your son’s journal.
of using the App is to streamline the However students should make every
effort to arrive as early as possible. This
and relativism’.
communication channels between the
late pass is only issued for one year and
College and parents, teachers, staff and
a new application must be made each Additional Educational Needs
other associated bodies. The App can
year. Contact Mr Bryce pbryce@belve-
be downloaded onto phones and /or The Additional Educational Needs De-
derecollege.ie
mobile devices, desktops, MacBook’s and partment (AEND) supports students who
laptops. All parents/guardians will receive The College attendance database is up- have been diagnosed with a learning or
a guide-sheet and passwords specific dated to record lateness or absence of a physical need that falls within Department
to their parents/guardians group at the student. If a student has not registered of Education and Skills guidelines. It is
start of the academic year. each morning by 11am a text is issued to grounded in the context of fulfilling the
parents/guardians to advise. This is an central aim of the College, to provide an
automated service education based on the characteristics of
Absences, Late Arrivals, Scheduled a Jesuit education. It is also based on the
Please note. Same date notifications to
Absences And Holidays principle of inclusiveness, which underlies
leave school early using Flexibuzz will not
any policy for special educational needs,
When a student is absent from school, be accepted after 9.00am.
and our Mission Statement that states
a signed notification from his parents/ In the case of an emergency/unavoidable ‘students are encouraged and challenged
guardians must be sent to the College situation, parents/guardians must con- to realise their full potential as human
via Flexibuzz detailing the reason for the tact the Year Head to obtain permission beings.
absence e.g. illness, medical appoint- for the student to leave the College.
Currently, support from the DES falls
ment, family event etc. Parents have a
Any student who has arrived in the Col- under the guidelines for students who
responsibility to ensure that their son
lege on time, but for some valid reason receive additional teaching support hours
does not have access to this facility as it
is unable to attend their Form Tutor for designated learning or physical needs.
is a serious breach of the College rules
Period, must inform their form tutor Applications for additional teaching
for a student to authorise their own before 8.45am support are applied for on an individual
absence. basis through the SENO assigned to
Every effort should be made to schedule
Students should be in their classroom the College by the National Council for
medical and dental appointments during
for Form Tutor Period at 8.40am at Special Education. These applications are
non-school hours. If this is not possible,
the latest, as a centralised register is made once a year to the NCSE.
parents/guardians must send a Flexibuzz
completed at that time. Students who notification to the College requesting Students are provided with support based
arrive at the College after 8.40am appointment leave. This notification upon their individual needs and on the
are late. They must report to the Lates must be sent before 9.00am on the resources available to the College. This
Monitor (before 9.20am) or to Recep- appointment day. Students will not be support involves liaison with the students
tion (after 9.20am) where they will be permitted to leave the College campus themselves, their Form Tutors and other
recorded as a late arrival. Their lateness until this notification has been received members of staff. Parents/guardians play
will be registered and if not already by Reception staff. an integral part in this support system.
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Each year the SEN department applies who have excelled in their co-curric- Bullying snacks. The New Ref provides afforda- permeate its structures and polices Choir
for reasonable accommodations for State ular activities. bly-priced hot dinners (€4.40 approx) and the entire school community
Bullying is forbidden in any shape or The College has a vibrant choir for
examinations in conjunction with the as well as soup, smoothies, salads, realises its responsibility in ensuring
3. Service/Social Justice (blue) – form. See the Code of Behaviour in the senior and junior students. Further
Headmaster and the Deputy Prinicipals, in snacks and vegetarian options. Aller- that these pastoral values are upheld in
awarded in recognition of outstand- Journal, see also the College’s Fair Play information is available from Ms
May of Fifth Year for Leaving Certificate gen Champions are on site in both refs the daily life of the school.
ing contribution by students who Policy and other detailed College policies Frances Stoker-Phelan fstokerphelan@
students, and in November of Third Year to assist students with food allergies
have engaged fully in one of the on the College website www.belvederec- belvederecollege.ie and Mr Ruaidhri O
for Junior Certificate students. Parents/ and/or intolerances. Students are most Pastoral care is a dimension of Cura
many social justice activities. ollege.ie Dalaigh rodalaigh@belvederecollege.ie
guardians may be requested to update welcome to bring in their own packed Personalis that enables the seeds of
professional reports for students with There is also a choir tie to recognise the lunches and eat them in the Refs or in religious faith and religious commitment
learning or physical needs to assist in this contribution of choir members to school the courtyard. There are microwave to grow in each individual by enabling
Cashless Canteens Classrooms
application process. life; a debating tie is awarded to recog- ovens available in the Old Ref for each one to recognize and respond to
nise achievement in this area, a Matteo Baxter Storey operates the canteens in students to reheat food brought in the message of divine love: seeing God at The College operates a tutor-based
For any parent who is concerned about
Ricci SJ tie for excellence in Chinese the College. The menus are appealing from home. Eating is NOT permitted in work in his or her life, in the lives of oth- classroom system for all years from
their son’s academic performance and
Studies and a school council tie for and varied and place a huge focus on a classrooms or elsewhere in the school ers, and in all of creation; then respond- 2nd to 6th year which means each
is considering getting an educational as-
elected members of the School Coun- balance of healthy options in addition and on-the-spot fines may apply. ing to this discovery through a commit- Form Tutor has his/her own classroom
sessment, it is essential that they contact
cil. See the College website for further to traditional favourites. Healthy foods Students should dispose of all eating ment to service within the community. and students travel to different rooms
the SEN department before doing so.
updates, www.belvederecollege.ie are given priority over high sugar utensils, drink cans, papers etc in the throughout the school day. Elements
This gives the AEN department the op- Each year-group within the College is
and high fat offerings. Food is freshly appropriate place. students are classroom-based, except
portunity to complete initial testing and assigned a Chaplain who is available to
prepared on site. The weekly menu is for certain subjects such as Music, Sci-
helps establish if there is any evidence The Old Ref is in the basement of the students at least once during the ac-
Board Of Management available on the website. ence, Art and PE. Students are strongly
of an underlying educational need. The Junior House and the New Ref is in ademic year, but also as a need arises encouraged to keep the classrooms
AEND team are also involved in provid- The Board of Management oversees the Following on from a successful first the Science Wing. The New Ref opens at any time during the year. While the neat and tidy.
ing background information in relation running and management of the College. year in operation, the College canteen for hot and cold breakfasts at 7.30am. chaplaincy team is primarily concerned
to how the student is performing in It is composed of four nominees of Fa- will remain a cashless environment. Tea, Coffee and Hot Chocolate are also
with the moral and spiritual develop-
mainstream classes, which is an essential ther Provincial, SJ (on behalf of the Trus- available.
As well as dispensing with the need to ment of students, it also plays an im- Code Of Behaviour
part of the educational assessment. tees, the Society of Jesus), two elected
give your son(s) cash on a daily/weekly portant role in integrating these with
parents and two elected lay-members of The College’s code of behaviour is out-
Any queries regarding SEN support in basis for meals and or snacks, this will other dimensions of education, (social,
the College staff. All members contribute Care For Students lined in detail in the College Journal.
the College should be addressed to also enable you to track spending and personal, academic and physical). The
on a voluntary basis. The Headmaster Students, parents/guardians must read
AEND Co-ordinator, help ensure the money is spent on a Cura personalis (a Latin phrase) that Chaplains and Guidance Counsellors
is non-voting Secretary to the Board. and sign it at the beginning of each ac-
suitable lunch/snack. translates as ‘Care for the Whole work closely with the Form Tutors,
Ms Val Hamilton, at vhamilton@belve- The Board is supported by sub-commit- ademic year. Belvedere is a large com-
Person’ refers to care for each person Year Head and Care Team to provide
derecollege.ie tees on Education, Strategic Planning, Payment for all meals, snacks and vend- munity of people principally composed
in the community with his/her unique support to Staff. The Chaplain works
Finance, Buildings, Publications, Jesuit ing machine items will be by smartcard of those who work in pursuit of certain
gifts, challenges, needs and possibilities. to guide and encourage the develop-
Identity, Health and Safety and the Social technology (small credit card type fob). common goals. Because of the values
It summarises a key part of Ignatian ment of each student’s faith. He has
Award Ties Diversity Programme. No cash will be accepted. we hold in common, to ensure the cli-
Education, and lies at the core of the the support of the Pastoral Depart- mate in which these values can flourish
At the beginning of each academic year A new Board of Management will take of- For further information contact sup- mission of Belvedere College S.J. ment staff, under the guidance of the and to facilitate the orderly running
the Headmaster presents Award Ties fice in October 2019, please see website port@debitrak.com or belvederecol- Director of Faith and Service Pro- of the College, certain standards of
to students for achievements in three for further information www.belvederec- lege@baxterstory.com This means that every teacher is grammes. Please refer to the website behaviour need to be prescribed. For
categories: ollege.ie deeply involved in developing the for information regarding your son’s
Students may purchase food in both further details and policy documents
intellectual, social and spiritual Chaplain, Guidance Counsellors and
1. Academic (maroon) – There is a the Old and New Refs. The Old Ref on the Code of Behaviour, please visit
growth of each student. However, the the role of the Care Team.
rigorous programme to support offers hot rolls, wraps, drinks and the College website.
Book Lists Characteristics of Jesuit Education
academic excellence. This includes snacks. The New Ref provides afforda- goes further in stating that Cura
academic tracking and detailed Book Lists for Elements students and all bly-priced hot dinners (€4.40) as well Personalis “is not limited to the Change Of Address /Contact Details
feedback. Students also engage in other students are available to view on as soup, smoothies, salads, snacks and College Officers & Prefects
relationship between teacher and
self-review and target setting. the College website www.belvederec- vegetarian options. Allergen Champi- student; it affects the curriculum and Any change of address and/or contact The College Officers are Rhetoric stu-
ollege.ie under the Parents’ tab, please ons are on site in both refs to assist
2. Co-curricular (green) – All students the entire life of the institution.” The details must be notified by a parent/ dents, appointed by the Headmaster
ensure you choose the correct list. students with food allergies and/
are expected to develop their tal- core values of Belvedere College S.J. guardian immediately to reception@ from the list of students nominated by
ents, and awards are given to those or intolerances. Students are most outlined in the mission statement belvederecollege.ie students. They are the Captain and a
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number of Officers. Their appointment starts in Transition Year. Soup Run stu- CORRESPONDENCE below). Alterna- facilities were provided by fundraising students are then expected to either go starts and after school from 3.50pm until
procedure includes nominations being dents help prepare food and hot drinks tively, messages and voicemails may be programmes. We invite all those who to the Library or go home and prepare 5.15pm. These study sessions are free
sought from students and staff. There and offer them to the homeless on the left by phone for teachers in the College are in a position to do so to continue for the next exam(s). It is unacceptable of charge. Supervised study is available
are also approximately 45 Rhetoric Pre- streets in designated areas on Wednes- by contacting the main number (01- to support and invest in the future of for students to waste time when they for Rhetoric and Poetry Students during
fects, appointed by the Headmaster. days throughout the year; they are not 8586600) and asking to be transferred Belvedere. Those who wish to offer their should be studying. term time from Monday to Thursday
allowed to say which school they come to the relevant teacher. If a teacher is time or services are asked to contact from 6pm to 9.15pm. An additional fee
The authority of Prefects within the Leaving and Junior Certificate exam
from. Students are also encouraged to unavailable and has voicemail, you may the Campaign & Alumni Assistant on 01 applies. Students must behave appropri-
College is to be respected by everyone. timetables are available at www.examina-
engage in their local parish and social leave a voicemail message. Alternatively, 8586633 or email campaignassistant@ ately during all study periods.
Their function is to serve the commu- tions.ie
justice/charity organisations. you may contact teachers via email or belvederecollege.ie
nity by their leadership and sense of
leave your contact details at reception Please support us in reminding your
responsibility, and they should receive
for a call back. son that cheating in an exam or having Guidance And Counselling
co-operation from all. Complaints/Grievances Emergency Procedures a mobile phone or smartwatch in an
In the spirit of Cura Personalis the
Class Captains and Vice-Captains are Procedures are necessary to ensure fair exam is a serious breach of the College
Fire drills, evacuation and Lock Down Guidance and Counselling Department
elected within each class. They are treatment for all in the school and there Correspondence rules and will result in serious sanc-
exercises are carried out regularly is another link in the chain of supports
responsible for leading their own Form are agreed procedures in the interest of tions. A breach of this rule in state ex-
Correspondence relating to absentee- throughout the year. During these available to students in Belvedere.
and taking responsibility with the Form establishing good industrial relations and ams may lead to the withholding of the
ism, lateness and requests for leave to exercises, students and staff must follow “Check In” classes are organised for
Tutor for the overall atmosphere within harmony in the College. Periodic review result, or even more serious sanctions.
attend appointments should be sent to the procedure for lockdown/evacuation Elements to ensure that the transition
the Form and ensuring that the class- of these procedures takes place to en- the College via Flexibuzz notification. quickly and quietly. from primary to secondary school is
room is kept free from litter and that sure good practice and to adhere to any Correspondence regarding student over- as smooth as possible for all. Elements,
any damage is reported immediately. developments in employment legislation The sounding of the Lockdown Siren Trial (‘Mock’) Examinations
all academic performance or wellbeing Rudiments and Poetry students have
or case law. Concerns regarding your indicates that there is imminent danger
Elements and Rudiment classes (1st should be initially directed to the Form In addition to the formal Christmas “Study Skills Seminars in October & No-
son’s progress in a particular sub- in or outside the school. An immediate
and 2nd years) are assigned two Tutor. All other correspondence should examinations the College currently vember. A Careers Evening is held on the
ject should be discussed in the first lockdown requires that all classrooms are
Prefects from Rhetoric (6th year) to be directed to the Headmaster hmsec@ runs trial exams (“mocks”) for Leaving last Wednesday in November for Poetry
instance with the particular subject locked, lights are turned off, and silence is
guide, assist and help them find their belvederecollege.ie Certificate students in the week before & Rhetoric students. Poetry students
teacher. It is always best to discuss established until the emergency is cleared
feet within the College community. the Spring/February mid-term break. participate in Mock Interviews organised
these matters face to face rather than For matters relating to issues in specific by the College and local authorities. Com-
The Prefects meet with the class be- The purpose of these examinations is in conjunction with the Parents’ Associa-
using email as a first response. Full classes, correspondence should first be munication with parents/guardians is also
fore Form Tutor Period every morning, primarily to give the students an oppor- tion in May. Parents’ Evenings take place
details on the complaints and grievance directed to the subject teacher. In gen- part of the procedure.
and accompany the class on outings tunity to practise timing of answers and for Transition Year and Rhetoric parents/
procedures in the school are available on eral, a conversation is better than emails.
and retreats. to experience the conditions which they guardians regarding Subject Choice and
the College website on www.belvederec- Concerns regarding homework should
will encounter (length of examinations, CAO applications respectively.
The Student Council ollege.ie in the first instance be directed the Examinations
dealing with the intensity of the exam-
relevant teacher. If unresolved, or in the Information on Open Days, Universities,
The School Council and Officers meet Exams are held twice a year, at Christmas ination period etc.) in the Leaving Cert
case of overall concerns, please discuss Colleges, Counselling referral service
with the Deputy Principals regularly (formal, usually in the Theatre and Gym) period itself. The normal timetable for
Contacting Students with the Form Tutor/Year Head. and scholarship applications as well as
(once every mid-term) to discuss and at the end of the Summer term Rhetoric students is suspended for this
studying abroad options are available in
how the College can improve in the If you need to contact your son or get Any anonymous complaint/report is of (formal, in the Gym). Bi-annual reports week and the exams are supervised by
the Careers Office. The Guidance Coun-
promotion of nurturing growth and books/sports gear/lunch etc. to your son little use. A genuine concern can be are available via VSWARE after the Christ- their teachers in the examination cen-
sellors are available to all students in the
development. during the school day, please contact Re- raised in confidence and will be managed mas and Summer exams. A report from tre(s). As with all examinations conduct-
College should they be experiencing any
ception. Reception staff will then advise sensitively. the Form Tutor and each of the subject ed in the College the corrected scripts
academic, personal or social difficulties.
the Year Head/Form Tutor. Unfortunate- teachers is also included. Each parent is are returned to the students and used
Community Service ly, we are unable to provide delivery of strongly encouraged to respond to these as a basis for improving future perfor- For further information contact, Ms
items to students so it is their responsi- Campaign Office (Fundraising) reports by using the Parent Reply forms mance. The College reviews this policy O’Donohoe roisinodonohoe@belve-
Belvedere students are encouraged to
bility to collect these from Reception. provided with each report via Flexibuzz. on a regular basis. There are no trial derecollege.ie; Ms Curran acurran@
get involved in community service both The Campaign Office is at the heart of
These can be addressed to any of the examinations for Junior Cert students. belvederecollege.ie or Ms McArdle
locally and through school trips. Locally, fundraising in the College. As a fee-pay-
following; Deputy Principal, the student’s amcardle@belvederecollege.ie)
for example, students may volunteer ing school we are not eligible for any
Contacting Teachers Form Tutor, Headmaster and/or a specific
to help with flat-decorating and the state grants, so all improvements and The College offers an extensive Careers
teacher. Extra Study/After School Study
Soup Run. Junior students can help with Written messages may be submitted developments within the College depend Guidance Programme with a com-
flat-decorating for the elderly, however to teachers via the Journal (excluding on the support of parents, past pupils Elements exams normally take place at There are supervised study sessions in prehensive system of assessment and
student involvement in the Soup Run sick notes and requests for leave, see and friends of the College. Our current 8.45am and are usually finished by 11am, the Library from 7.45am until school career investigation.
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The Careers department aims to: like us on facebook - Belvedere College Students may not always view home- wheelchairs, casts, walking boot, etc. in Ipads College Journal
Careers. Contact Ms Roisin O’Donohoe work as a pleasant experience. But if the order to attend school. There is poten-
• Foster students’ self-knowledge and Belvedere College SJ has a proven The condition of the Journal generally
at 01-8586625 or rodonohoe@belve- assignment serves a good purpose and tial risk to a student or others if this
self-awareness track record for excellent learning and reflects the student’s organisational
derecollege.ie parents/guardians reinforce the comple- equipment is not used properly or if
teaching. Building on that tradition, we skills.
• Provide students with opportunities tion of the tasks, students will benefit by steps are not taken to ensure safe use
are now ready to embrace the technol-
for exploration and discovery gaining improved grades, developing bet- while on campus. Staff will ensure that Each student is issued with a College
ogy which will empower your son(s)
Holidays ter study habits, and achieving a more student safety is maintained while such Journal at the beginning of each school
• Support and encourage effective devices are in use. A predetermined as digital citizens. The iPad Initiative
positive attitude towards school and year. This is an important document as it
study patterns for students At the beginning of each year parents/ route to and from classrooms will be was introduced in 2015 and current-
learning. In exam years the students are contains many of the College rules and
guardians will receive a listing of all used to minimize any risk from staircase, ly over 800 students are using iPads
• Direct students to useful tools and advised to regularly answer questions guidelines and is used daily to record
holiday and other key dates for students classroom or campus obstructions if and e-books. Feedback from staff and
important information from past exam papers – there is never homework, material covered in class and
during the academic year. Parents/guard- needed. Toilet facilities will be designat- students suggests that students are very
“no homework”. Learning is not always other significant dates. It is an important
• Help students tap into the wealth of ians must make every effort to schedule ed to ensure that the location does not engaged with the technology, enjoying
written work and making revision notes aid which allows students to organise
existing expertise within the Belve- family holidays in accordance with the pose a risk to the student. Two students the range of content e- books offer and
is essential. It is important to establish and plan their work. Students must carry
dere community. scheduled breaks published in the calen- will be assigned by the Form Tutor to having 24/7 access to learning resources.
a routine at home, no mobiles phones their Journal with them at all times. All
dar as absence from College during term assist in carrying student’s books, bags, All books are downloaded onto the iPads
• Forge meaningful links with third during study as it’s a serious distraction. parents/guardians are required to read it
time is not encouraged. Permission for lunch trays and for emergency purposes which reduces the physical strain on stu-
level institutions worldwide. and sign to say they have done so. Your
any absences during the school term for if needed. Only school staff members are dents carrying in large amounts of books
son will show you where to sign. Parents/
• Foster confidence and empower holidays or otherwise should be directed permitted to propel an injured student each day. Another advantage of iPads is
ILLNESS guardians should also check it regularly
students to make their own in- in writing and in advance to the Head- in a wheelchair, unless the student can the ability of teachers and students to
for notes from teachers.
formed choices master. If a student becomes ill or is injured self-propel safely. Other students are engage in a variety of learning experienc-
during the school day, he should notify prohibited from pushing an injured stu- es by using education Apps to enhance The Journal contains sections on
The Careers department provides
his Year Head or Form Tutor or Deputy. dent in a wheelchair. the learning experience. Academic Regulations and the Code of
support for students through a range of
Homework If they deem it necessary, the student Behaviour. Parental/Guardian signature is
classes, group lectures, assemblies, one- The iPad programme (in conjuction with
will be sent to the Sick Bay at Recep- also required here to demonstrate famil-
to-one sessions and an extensive pro- (see Examples in Student Journal) Wriggle) is subject to our published iPad
tion where his parents/guardians will be Induction Week iarity with and acceptance of the College
gramme of lunchtime talks. The Careers Policy, All iPads should have a protective
Students will have homework every contacted and arrangements made to Regulations.
Department uses a range of assessment Prefects And Elements case and screen cover and be pre-en-
night. It is recommended that they have collect him from the College. A student
and Careers-related tools, such as DATS, rolled in our iPad device programme.
a daily homework schedule. There is no may not leave the campus due to injury The induction for Prefects (Rhetoric
Reach+, CareersPortal and Qualifax, to The College does not issue headphones
such thing as “no homework”. Given the or illness without consent from his Year students) takes place over a three day Library And Learning Centre
help students increase their self-aware- or Bluetooth keyboards.
fact that students are learning languages Head or Form Tutor or Deputy. If your period in mid-August. The Role of the
ness and explore their options. The Library aims to provide a modern
which involve a lot of memory work – 15 son contacts you via Reception to say Prefect within Belvedere is clearly out- Note: All students from Elements to
resource centre with a welcoming,
Please check the website and the careers minutes looking back over what was that he is unwell please ensure that he lined and they are assigned their duties Poetry are required to have an iPad
inclusive learning environment which is
webpage for excellent support resources done in class results in over 2 hours of has also made contact with his Year for the year at this time. for educational use. If you have any
central to the school, actively supporting
revision alone. Learning homework (oral/ Head /Form Tutor/Deputy and Reception queries please contact the IT Man-
www.belvederecollege.ie This is immediately followed by the teaching and learning within the school,
aural) is a vital part of a good study plan. Staff. ager, Ms Noelle Russell, nrussell@
Elements Induction Week. The new recognizing and valuing each individual
Regular in-school events, such as the belvederecollege.ie
All students should have a weekly study/ If a student requires medication e.g. Epi- students meet with their Form Tutors, as a lifelong learner, supporting the de-
Belvedere Careers Evening, the Mock
homework plan. The Journal is a useful pen, inhaler, insulin or other, a backup receive their timetables and participate Mobile Phones and Smart watches are velopment of independent learning skills
Interview Evening, Study Skills seminars
mechanism for planning work. In Junior supply should be left at Reception with in various sporting activities. It is an ideal not permitted as they compromise and fostering a love and enjoyment of
are held annually as well as weekly talks
cycle the journal should be signed by his name and class clearly marked on time for them to become familiar with network security by providing hot- reading in all its forms. We aim to offer
from visiting guests and third level insti-
a parent/guardian on a weekly basis. In it. The College does not administer the Belvedere Campus before the school spots. Please support us in creating a the opportunity for all students to take
tutions. Students take part in external
Senior years a parent/guardian should any medication to students under any returns in full. The week is concluded distraction free environment. responsibility for their own learning and
Careers events such as Higher Options,
check the Journal regularly (fortnightly). circumstances. with an Induction Briefing for Elements’ recreation and provide an accessible guid-
University Campus Tours and Open Days.
Please also check the Journal to make Parents/Guardians (being part of the ance platform when needed.For further
Work experience is an essential part of If your son is unwell, please collect him
sure that your son has completed their Belvedere Community) followed by a information contact the Librarian, Ms
the Careers Programme. as soon as possible as space in the Sick
monthly Target Setting and Self Review. Mass in the College Chapel celebrated Aileen Ivory at aivory@belvederecollege.ie
Bay is limited.
For more information, visit the Careers It contains exemplars to guide the stu- by Fr Rector S.J. For further information
Section of the College website. You can dent on its use. Occasionally students may need to contact Elements Year Head, Mr Pat
follow us on twitter @ Belvoguidance or use assistive devices such as, crutches, Rogan, progan@belvederecollege.ie
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