28 November 2012 - Schools face bankruptcy unless capitation grant is restored - IPPN
Pre-Budget submission calls for investment in primary education
The Irish Primary Principals’ Network (IPPN), the professional body for primary school leaders, has said schools will be forced into bankruptcy unless the Government reverses cuts to the grant that covers their running costs in next week’s Budget.
26 November 2012 - Chance for children to connect
Click here to view 'Chance for children to connect' opinion piece published in Irish Independent
November 2012 - IPPN-industry report urges greater focus on pupils’ mental health
Top-level recommendations call for:
• Confidence-building measures like public speaking, acting and group work
• 10-year national strategy for primary education
• Multi-annual budget for ICT for primary schools
• Peer-based professional development for teachers
November 2012 - IPPN calls for Yes vote in Children Referendum
‘Poll is a chance to consider whether service provision to vulnerable children in schools is adequate’
The Irish Primary Principals’ Network (IPPN), the representative body for primary school leaders, has called for a Yes vote in the Children Referendum on Saturday.
