Here at Mungret Community College the wellbeing of our students remains a driving force for our community of learners.
As a school, we believe that a student can engage better academically when they are supported to remain well on all levels. Our students are actively encouraged to look after their physical, mental, emotional, social and spiritual health.
The indicators of wellbeing permeate school life as we seek to develop responsible, resilient, connected, active young adults with a healthy respect and awareness for themselves and others, both in person and in digital interactions.
Wellbeing is represented on a curricular level through the study of SPHE, CSPE and PE, with additional timetabled Wellbeing classes for our 1st Year students.
Student voice is encouraged and celebrated where each and every student is invited to share ideas, comments and suggestions with any member of staff.
Our Tutor and Year head system supports communication between students and permits a forum for discussion and ongoing interaction between students and staff, in addition to our student suggestion box located adjacent to the Guidance Counsellor’s office.
A very successful week ran by Amber Flag students, TY baking group and the Wellbeing Team. A video highlighting the week will be posted on the MCC Wellbeing Twitter.
On Monday, Amber Flag students revealed the school's new Wellbeing area. The mural was designed by TY students to encourage all students to be themselves. The different colours and fingerprints on the Wellbeing bench represent the students of the school.
On Tuesday we welcomed Grandparents/ one special adult of 1st Years students to the school for a Coffee Morning.
On Wednesday, there was a Coffee Morning with fresh croissants and pain au chocolat for 6th Years as well as a movie morning for 2nd Years.
On Thursday, we welcomed Dessie Fitzergerald (motivational speaker) to the school who shared his story with 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th Year students and spoke about resilience. A very powerful and moving talk that was thoroughly enjoyed by students.
On Friday we ended the week on a high with Funky Friday. Students were asked to wear orange or purple for mental health awareness. There was karoke at lunchtime and a rock the boat last class for Junior Cycle students.
A great week was had by all!