As you will have heard there has been a further announcement by the Taoiseach that, in line with public health advice, schools will remain closed until 19th April.

One really important message we in St. Brigid’s B.N.S. would like to convey to our pupils is the absolute need to practise social and physical distancing, and to minimise physical contact with each other, to help avoid the spread of Covid-19. Please avoid meeting up and in all circumstances to adhere to HSE guidelines.

In order to support our school community, information notices (in 17 different languages) are available here: www.hse.ie/eng/services/news/newsfeatures/covid19-updates/partner-resources/covid-19-translated-resources/

This is a very challenging time for schools, teachers, pupils and parents. It is critical that during these challenging times we continue to work together and that the focus of all is on the best possible outcomes for our pupils. The support of everyone across the sector is vital, as we all strive to ensure that this public health threat is dealt with as effectively as possible. The guidance provided by the National Educational Psychological Service (NEPS) of this Department for parents, for young people and for teachers is also being updated on an ongoing basis, and is available at www.education.ie/covid19 https://www.education.ie/covid19#15

To our whole school community, please stay safe. Regards from N. Cullen and all the staff