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Boys to Men programme

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NEWS / 3 April 2024

In the past year, Stratford College introduced a Boys to Men (BTM) programme working specifically with male students on issues relating to masculinity and the transition from boy to man. It is designed and delivered by Michael Kelly along with assistance from the teaching staff. Read more.

It has been offered to students at Junior and Senior cycle, is voluntary in attendance and runs for 7/8 weeks. The Junior Cycle programme is entitled – ‘The Pathways Programme’ and the Senior Cycle progamme is entitled ‘A Man for All Seasons’.

It explores the needs of young men, journey from boyhood to manhood, characteristics of positive masculinity, male roles in society, the need for male companionship / ‘anam cara’s’, looking at what makes a ‘good man’, mentorship etc.Sitting together we use silence, contemplation, journaling, homework and dialogue to explore issues relevant to young men and so far feedback has been very positive. There are plans to expand the programme in the coming months with sessions designed and dedicated to young women students also.

Michael Kelly

Student Support Worker


Some Resources

Andrew Lines from The Rite Journey (Australia) was very gracious in allowing us to use excerpts from his Rite Journey manuals, to 'test the waters' in the school and see if their content was relevant and appropriate. www.theritejourney.com

Richard Rohr video - https://www.youtube.com/watch?...

lluman home page - https://illuman.org/

Young Men's Rites of Passage (Ireland) home page - https://youngmensritesireland....

MALES Ireland home page - https://www.malesireland.ie/

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General School News, Stratford in the Media / 24 April 2026
Appointment of Delia Donohoe to Permanent Deputy Principal

Appointment of Delia Donohoe to Permanent Deputy Principal

Delia Donohoe has been appointed as Permanent Deputy Principal of Stratford College, following her tenure as Acting Deputy Principal since August 2023. This milestone marks her 21st year as a dedicated member of the Stratford community, where she has made a lasting contribution both in the classroom and in leadership.

Speaking about her appointment Chair of the Board of Management Ms. Aoife Cassidy said: “I am delighted to announce the appointment of Delia as Deputy Principal; she has been a leader and teacher at Stratford College for more than 20 years. During this time, she has served in an acting capacity as Deputy Principal, including over the last three years. She has strong leadership skills and an unwavering commitment and dedication to our school community. We have every confidence that she will continue to lead with the same energy, warmth and dedication in the years ahead. We are delighted to formally confirm Delia’s appointment and wish her every success in the role going forward.


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