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Stratford College one of nine schools chosen to participate in DES School Excellence Fund – Step Up Project.

Step Up Project 3 May 2019
NEWS / 18 May 2019

Stratford Teachers participating in the Step Up Project took part in a joint seminar in a Leadership for Learning series organised by support agencies of the Department of Education and Skills on Friday 17 May 2019. The project will continue next year.

Under the leadership of Siobhan Reynolds, Deputy Principal, Helen Brouder (Business), Aileen O'Sullivan (Science) and Leona Talbot (English) presented their findings to representatives of the DES, Inspectorate, Junior Cycle for Teachers (JCT), Professional Development Service for Teachers (PDST) and the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment (NCCA). 

Patricia Gordon participated in a panel discussion afterwards on How to Support Sustainable Change in Schools.

September 2018

The Minister for Education and Skills, Richard Bruton T.D., today (Friday September 21st 2018) announced the launch of the School Excellence Fund – Step Up Project.

Nine schools from across the country are participating in the initial pilot phase taking place over the coming school year.

 See here for more details.

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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.


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