Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) is a central part of the vision for Stratford's e-Learning Programme. Ms. O'Kelly explains further.
Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) is a central part of the vision for Stratford's e-Learning Programme. This was the conclusion after a lot of research was done by Ms. O'Kelly and Ms. Ivers during this academic year, 2013-2014. The investment in IT infrastructure that Stratford College committed to during the summer of 2013, the roll-out of 100MB Broadband access in January 2014 and student Wi-Fi access in April 2014, has enabled Stratford to implement this cutting-edge technical strategy.
In effect, it means that Stratford College students and staff can bring in any type of Android or Apple mobile device, Windows laptop, ChromeBook or Apple MacBook and connect to the school Wi-Fi. Stratford's e-Learning vision is that the use of mobile devices in the classroom is teacher-led and when they are used in the class it is for research purposes or the creation of digital projects. Students can print wirelessly from their devices.
The weight of schoolbags is an ongoing issue and currently a number of teachers display e-Books in the classroom, enabling students to leave their books at home. With the introduction of this BYOD strategy, e-Books are an important consideration but until the cost of them is significantly cheaper than the printed text books, Stratford College allows parents and guardians to choose whether or not they want to buy them, as directed on the annual school booklists.
Classroom management of mobile devices is a critical aspect to the success of this strategy and currently Stratford College is piloting various classroom management software applications.
Ms. Gordon (Principal)
Hugh congratulations to Stratford College Classics students who came 2nd and 3rd in the annual Ides of March Quiz in Blackrock College on Tuesday 28th April. Students from schools all over Dublin and further afield participated. Stratford scored an Olympian 41/46 to take second place and 40/46 to take third place. Thank you to Ms. Donohoe and Ms McGill for coordinating this great event.
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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.
A brilliant afternoon for the 2026 incoming 1st years to meet each other and other Stratford students including our current 1st years, senior prefects & their year head Ms. Finnegan. Something for everyone to enjoy!
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