There was a wonderful start to the school year for Castleisland Community College with the news that the school received its third Amber Flag for its promotion of positive mental health.
“The Ambassador Schools Programme provides a framework for schools to integrate mental health activities into the school plan and various school events took place throughout the year to achieve this flag,” said Principal Teresa Lonergan.
The student council, under the guidance of history and geography teacher, Elaine Murphy, co-ordinates the well-being programme in the school.
Activities undertaken in the school include: Well-being Week; Internet Safety Day; Transition Year Mentoring Programme with first years; Talent Show; Random Acts of Kindness and Connect Cafe. The school promotes the positive mental health message: It’s OK not to feel OK and it’s absolutely OK to ask for help.
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