January 2011
Literacy & Numeracy – Have Your Say!
Thursday, 27 January 11
Literacy and numeracy have become major issues for consideration by the INTO this year and in to the future. Three reports relating to English literacy and numeracy in the Irish educational system were published recently and drew a significant amount of public attention.
DES Guidance on Exceptional Closures
Wednesday, 26 January 11
The DES has posted guidance on its website for schools in relation to making up for time lost due to unforeseen closures.
Tánaiste Announces School Building Programme for 2011
Tuesday, 25 January 11
The Tánaiste and Minister for Education and Skills, Mary Coughlan, TD, has announced details of the work that will be proceeding under the Department's school building programme in 2011.
INTO AVC Plan – Annual Report
Thursday, 20 January 11
The INTO has received from the Trustees (Irish Life Trustee Services Limited) the annual report for the year ended 31st March 2010 of the INTO AVC Plan.
DES Circular on Public Health Advice Issued
Tuesday, 18 January 11
The DES has issued Circular 0007/2011 in relation to public health advice to schools from the Health Service Executive on the seasonal influenza.
Latest Eolas January 2011
Friday, 14 January 11
A January 2011 special issue of Eolas with the heading 'Confronting Challenge' is now available for download.
Revised Arrangements for SNA Allocation
Friday, 14 January 11
The DES has issued Circular 0006/2011 in relation to revised arrangements for SNA allocation.
Outcome of Croke Park Talks
Friday, 14 January 11
Talks have concluded between the INTO, primary school management representatives and DES officials on the implementation of commitments under the Croke Park Agreement.
Teaching Council Publishes Teacher Training Reviews
Thursday, 13 January 11
The Teaching Council has published four reports of Review Panels in respect of initial teacher training programmes.
New DES Circulars on Special Education Courses
Wednesday, 12 January 11
The DES has issued three Circulars in relation to Special Education Courses.
Branch AGMs Now On
Tuesday, 11 January 11
The INTO urges you to attend your Branch Annual General Meeting where crucial issues affecting members will be discussed.
Vhi Healthcare - Increases
Tuesday, 11 January 11
No increase to Teachers' Plan prior to 2011 renewal.
Teachers' Plan from Vhi Healthcare
Tuesday, 11 January 11
Join or switch before 8th March 2011 to avail of the special rates of just €695 per adult and ½ priced child rate of just €100 per child.
Information on Seasonal Influenza
Tuesday, 11 January 11
The DES has issued a frequently asked questions document in relation to swine flu.
Teacher Exchange Scheme 2011/12
Monday, 10 January 11
Please note that the closing date for the Teacher Exchange Scheme is 1 March 2011.
Research on LGBT Experiences
Friday, 7 January 11
Take part in research about LGBT experiences in the workplace in Ireland.
Budget Measures Impact on Salaries
Thursday, 6 January 11
Teacher salaries received today reflect the impact of the changes announced by the Government last December in Budget 2011.
Payslips for Primary Teachers Pay Date 6 January 2011
Wednesday, 5 January 11
The DES informed us that there will be delay in issuing the primary teachers' pay slips for the pay day of 6th January.
Branch and District Secretaries and Cathaoirligh Conference
Tuesday, 4 January 11
A Conference of Branch and District Secretaries and Cathaoirligh will take place next Saturday, 8th January 2011 from 11am until 1pm in the Gresham Hotel, Dublin.
Check Your Tax and Salary Payments
Tuesday, 4 January 11
INTO CEC members and Head Office staff deal on an ongoing basis with members who have either overpaid their income tax contributions and/or have not been paid their correct salary.
Teaching Council Discussion Paper on Teacher Education
Tuesday, 4 January 11
The Teaching Council has drafted a Policy Paper on the Continuum of Teacher Education, which will provide the framework within which it will implement its functions relating to teacher education.
