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STUDENT COUNCIL
Role of the Student Council
Scoil an Chro R Naofa osa values the important role that students can play in the life of their school and believes
that our Student Council can be a positive vehicle for change and a driving force behind a successful school experience
for everyone.
The role of the Student Council is to:
provide an opportunity for pupils to voice their opinions and offer suggestions in relation to many aspects of
school life
discuss issues relevant to our school and encourage and promote initiatives from the pupils
take a leadership role in fundraising initiatives in collaboration with other groups within the school
introduce, welcome and guide guests and dignitaries to the school during important large school events
take an active role in supporting events such as the school musical, intercultural week and other celebrations
The Students Council has been instrumental in the many exciting and positive changes that have taken place in our
school since the Councils inception. The Student Council is instrumental in developing our school and it is believed
that we achieve a more pleasant and vibrant learning environment, as a result.
school rules
green issues
friendship
school improvement
school uniform
fundraising
Student council meetings are normally held at lunch break or at a time convenient to participating students and staff.
One teacher chairs the meeting and one teacher takes the minutes for that meeting. All council members are
encouraged to contribute their ideas and the importance of respect for opposing views is stressed. At the end of every
meeting students are encouraged to consider the matters and discussed and bring their feedback to their peers.
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