Newly Appointed Principals

Newly Appointed Principals - IPPN Mentoring Service

The role of Principal as administrator, manager and leader is not only a position of great responsibility but also one that is immensely challenging and rewarding. At the time of your appointment it is understandable for one to feel a little overwhelmed at the high volume of information and initiatives requiring your response. In this respect, IPPN offers you the support of an experienced Principal in a mentoring capacity. The Mentoring Service is optional but highly recommended to all newly appointed principals. Benefits include:

A non-judgemental 'listening post' with whom you can share experiences.
Advice on official form filling as well as contacts in DES & other agencies.
Confidential objective advice, when required, on any key decisions you need to make in your first year of principalship.
Download your IPPN Mentor Request Form

Other Supports offered to Newly Appointed Principals

2010principals@ippn.ie - an interactive mailing list for newly appointed principals to ask questions, share insights - moderated by experienced principals
Access to online training course Ciall Ceannaithe for Newly Appointed Principals
NAP Pack which includes:

- a copy of Ciall Ceannaithe: Sound Advice and Borrowed Wisdom for Newly Appointed Principals - which is designed to give you guidance and support in your first year as Principal;

- a copy of the Principal's Information Management System (PIMS) which is a desk diary / information repository for schools;

- Mentor Request form.

Useful Forms