RETNS Proclamation for a New Generation

Feb 29, 2016

Proclamation Day 2016 In preparation for Proclamation Day 2016, when all schools will raise the National Flag, schools have been invited to draw up their own Proclamation for a New Generation. Using the original proclamation as a foundation, schools reflect, through...

Excessive Internet Use – A Real Problem

Feb 4, 2016

Excessive Internet Use – A Real Problem. While the internet is a powerful learning, recreational and social media tool, much has been written about the damaging effects to children (and adults!) of spending excessive amounts of time online. A psychologist working in...

Keeping Children Safe Online

Feb 4, 2016

Safer Internet.   A new Irish site, Cybersmarties.com, has recently been launched, endorsed by Pat Courtney, Director of Anti Bullying Services, former National Anti-Bullying Co-ordinator SPHE, Dept of Education. The site aims to allow children to use social...