NAPD
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#NAPD is the Professional Association for post primary Principals & Deputy Principals in the Republic of Ireland #leadership info@napd.ie
unioflimerick.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... A survey on Leadership networks for Post Primary Principals and Deputy Principals in Ireland, 5 to 7 mins!!!
February 4, 2026 at 6:35 PM
unioflimerick.eu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_... A survey on Leadership networks for Post Primary Principals and Deputy Principals in Ireland, 5 to 7 mins!!!
Today we recorded a webinar for members Riskeye,our Safer Social Partners. We were joined by mitigation experts who gave some great advice re:securing personal accounts, reporting, dual authentifcation, trademarking and more. It will be included in tomorrows newsletter for members to watch back.
January 27, 2026 at 2:16 PM
Today we recorded a webinar for members Riskeye,our Safer Social Partners. We were joined by mitigation experts who gave some great advice re:securing personal accounts, reporting, dual authentifcation, trademarking and more. It will be included in tomorrows newsletter for members to watch back.
Attending #BETT at inaugural Ministerial Symposium, todays keynote with Hannah Fry a conversation about the purpose of education,the impact of AI on education,connection,cognition & on Eudaimonia an ancient Greek term often translated as "happiness,"but signifies a deeper state of human flourishing!
January 21, 2026 at 2:47 PM
Attending #BETT at inaugural Ministerial Symposium, todays keynote with Hannah Fry a conversation about the purpose of education,the impact of AI on education,connection,cognition & on Eudaimonia an ancient Greek term often translated as "happiness,"but signifies a deeper state of human flourishing!
NAPD is delighted to be attending the inaugural Ministerial Symposium at BETT UK.Taking place on the 20-21 January 2026 alongside and at Bett, the Symposium will see 150-200 ministers, senior policymakers, and innovators to engage in strategic, action-oriented dialogue on the future of education.
January 20, 2026 at 10:20 PM
NAPD is delighted to be attending the inaugural Ministerial Symposium at BETT UK.Taking place on the 20-21 January 2026 alongside and at Bett, the Symposium will see 150-200 ministers, senior policymakers, and innovators to engage in strategic, action-oriented dialogue on the future of education.
Delighted to meet today with Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton T.D at Leinster House, a great opportunity to discuss issues affecting Post Primary School Leaders, we welcome continued engagement and collaboration with Department of Education and Youth Paul Crone Brian Doran
January 15, 2026 at 9:56 AM
Delighted to meet today with Minister for Education and Youth, Hildegarde Naughton T.D at Leinster House, a great opportunity to discuss issues affecting Post Primary School Leaders, we welcome continued engagement and collaboration with Department of Education and Youth Paul Crone Brian Doran
@paul-crone.bsky.social was delighted to attend the launch of the National Conversation on Education this morning.
These national conversations are essential for us to future proof our education system for the current and the emerging needs of our students. Ar Aghaidh le Chéile
These national conversations are essential for us to future proof our education system for the current and the emerging needs of our students. Ar Aghaidh le Chéile
January 14, 2026 at 5:13 PM
@paul-crone.bsky.social was delighted to attend the launch of the National Conversation on Education this morning.
These national conversations are essential for us to future proof our education system for the current and the emerging needs of our students. Ar Aghaidh le Chéile
These national conversations are essential for us to future proof our education system for the current and the emerging needs of our students. Ar Aghaidh le Chéile
Our latest fully accredited micro credential is now open for registration! Professional Certificate in Financial Management & Governance with IOB - full details via NAPD Member Newsletter!
January 13, 2026 at 9:27 PM
Our latest fully accredited micro credential is now open for registration! Professional Certificate in Financial Management & Governance with IOB - full details via NAPD Member Newsletter!
Upcoming webinar for NAPD members - Key updates from our Online Mitigation Partners -Riskeye - full details in NAPD newsletter!
January 13, 2026 at 9:25 PM
Upcoming webinar for NAPD members - Key updates from our Online Mitigation Partners -Riskeye - full details in NAPD newsletter!
Over 500 post- primary Principals and Deputy Principals across all sectors have already registered for NAPD Conference 2025!!
✅️✅️Limited Places so don't miss out!
When?🔜 October 15th to 17th
Where? ❓️ Galmont, Galway
How? www.napd.ie/conference-2...
✅️✅️Limited Places so don't miss out!
When?🔜 October 15th to 17th
Where? ❓️ Galmont, Galway
How? www.napd.ie/conference-2...
September 1, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Over 500 post- primary Principals and Deputy Principals across all sectors have already registered for NAPD Conference 2025!!
✅️✅️Limited Places so don't miss out!
When?🔜 October 15th to 17th
Where? ❓️ Galmont, Galway
How? www.napd.ie/conference-2...
✅️✅️Limited Places so don't miss out!
When?🔜 October 15th to 17th
Where? ❓️ Galmont, Galway
How? www.napd.ie/conference-2...
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Take 1 Programme training - embedding ESD in learning & teaching. Spaces available for Sept/Oct - see booking form here shorturl.at/oDh0C @napdie.bsky.social @accsirl.bsky.social #esd #teaching #sustainabledevelopment
September 1, 2025 at 12:24 PM
Take 1 Programme training - embedding ESD in learning & teaching. Spaces available for Sept/Oct - see booking form here shorturl.at/oDh0C @napdie.bsky.social @accsirl.bsky.social #esd #teaching #sustainabledevelopment
Our final regional meitheal takes places in Carlow, Region 4 had brilliant speakers lined up for today and tomorrow, updates from Paul & Rachel, huge thanks to Elaine, Niamh, Maura & to the school leaders that joined us for a most enjoyable evening! Ar Aghaidh le Chéile #members
June 19, 2025 at 10:46 PM
Our final regional meitheal takes places in Carlow, Region 4 had brilliant speakers lined up for today and tomorrow, updates from Paul & Rachel, huge thanks to Elaine, Niamh, Maura & to the school leaders that joined us for a most enjoyable evening! Ar Aghaidh le Chéile #members
NAPD is delighted to announce that Anthony Reynolds has been recommended as incoming Vice President of NAPD. Anthony is a Deputy Principal Presentation Kilkenny. He has served as Region 5 Secretary and Region 5 representative to the National Executive. @CeistTrust Comhgairdeas!
June 10, 2025 at 5:22 PM
NAPD is delighted to announce that Anthony Reynolds has been recommended as incoming Vice President of NAPD. Anthony is a Deputy Principal Presentation Kilkenny. He has served as Region 5 Secretary and Region 5 representative to the National Executive. @CeistTrust Comhgairdeas!
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Degrees without CAO points were meant to be a ‘game changer’. Why do so few students avail of them? @fetrc.bsky.social @dcuioe.bsky.social @napdie.bsky.social
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/educ...
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/educ...
Degrees without CAO points were meant to be a ‘game changer’. Why do so few students avail of them?
Simon Harris said tertiary degrees meant students would not have to worry about Leaving Cert points
www.irishtimes.com
May 12, 2025 at 8:10 AM
Degrees without CAO points were meant to be a ‘game changer’. Why do so few students avail of them? @fetrc.bsky.social @dcuioe.bsky.social @napdie.bsky.social
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/educ...
www.irishtimes.com/ireland/educ...
Today #NAPD & #UL hosted a day for School Leaders reflecting on Leading Culture,so many takeaways, insights & reminders! Huge thanks to Niamh, Patricia and Niekie from UL for their time & wisdom & of course to our members for taking time to reflect, share & support each other!
May 9, 2025 at 4:57 PM
A brilliant Region 8 meeting took place yesterday, with input from @patriciamannixm and Director Paul Crone, huge thanks to Lucia, Ciara, Jean-Marie and regional committee for their work on behalf of our members!! Congrats to Sarah Jane for winning overnight @Knightsbrook1 !
May 7, 2025 at 9:16 PM
A brilliant Region 8 meeting took place yesterday, with input from @patriciamannixm and Director Paul Crone, huge thanks to Lucia, Ciara, Jean-Marie and regional committee for their work on behalf of our members!! Congrats to Sarah Jane for winning overnight @Knightsbrook1 !
Registration for the NAPD Conference 2025 will open this Friday at 11am.
The link for registration will be sent out in the NAPD Friday update.
Conference Accommodation will also open on Friday, 11am.
Friday’s update will include all hotel information.
The link for registration will be sent out in the NAPD Friday update.
Conference Accommodation will also open on Friday, 11am.
Friday’s update will include all hotel information.
May 2, 2025 at 8:28 AM
Registration for the NAPD Conference 2025 will open this Friday at 11am.
The link for registration will be sent out in the NAPD Friday update.
Conference Accommodation will also open on Friday, 11am.
Friday’s update will include all hotel information.
The link for registration will be sent out in the NAPD Friday update.
Conference Accommodation will also open on Friday, 11am.
Friday’s update will include all hotel information.
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Research on Women in School Leadership.
I am exploring the career paths of female teachers who opt not to participate in management roles, whether middle management or senior management. If you are interested in taking part do get in touch! @napdie.bsky.social @willnetwork.bsky.social
I am exploring the career paths of female teachers who opt not to participate in management roles, whether middle management or senior management. If you are interested in taking part do get in touch! @napdie.bsky.social @willnetwork.bsky.social
April 11, 2025 at 6:19 PM
Research on Women in School Leadership.
I am exploring the career paths of female teachers who opt not to participate in management roles, whether middle management or senior management. If you are interested in taking part do get in touch! @napdie.bsky.social @willnetwork.bsky.social
I am exploring the career paths of female teachers who opt not to participate in management roles, whether middle management or senior management. If you are interested in taking part do get in touch! @napdie.bsky.social @willnetwork.bsky.social
We've been shortlist for three awards this year for the National Association and Institute Awards 2025! Our 3 categories are; Member Communications & Enagagement, Best Event and Best Publication! We will continue to work hard for and advocate for our members!!
April 17, 2025 at 8:24 PM
We've been shortlist for three awards this year for the National Association and Institute Awards 2025! Our 3 categories are; Member Communications & Enagagement, Best Event and Best Publication! We will continue to work hard for and advocate for our members!!
A huge thanks to Region 1 for organising a brilliant Meitheal here @farnhamestate for over 50 school leaders across all 3 sectors, great, insightful input from Edel Jordan from "push to pause" the importance of putting your own health FIRST!
April 3, 2025 at 10:43 PM
A huge thanks to Region 1 for organising a brilliant Meitheal here @farnhamestate for over 50 school leaders across all 3 sectors, great, insightful input from Edel Jordan from "push to pause" the importance of putting your own health FIRST!