Parents’ Council
At St. Fergus’ National School, we are proud to have a vibrant and supportive Parents’ Council that plays a key role in enriching school life. The Council works closely with school staff to support educational and extracurricular experiences for all our pupils.
What the Parents’ Council Does
The Parents’ Council helps to:
- Organise fundraising events and school raffles
- Provide financial support for extracurricular activities such as drama, dance, music, and computing
- Cover the cost of annual outings, including the much-loved school trip to the Christmas Panto at the University of Limerick
- Fund art lessons delivered each year by our visiting art teacher, Tommy The Art Man
- Assist with special school occasions, including First Holy Communion celebrations and other school events
Their time, dedication and generosity greatly enhance the opportunities available to our pupils and are deeply appreciated by the entire school community.
Committee Roles
The Parents’ Council is made up of committed parent volunteers who take on various roles to ensure smooth coordination of its activities. The current committee includes:
- Chairperson : Mrs Kate Sweeney– Oversees meetings and activities of the Council
- Co-Secretaries – Mrs Lisa Henderson & Ms Alex Klaja- Manages communications and meeting minutes
- Treasurer : Mrs Annmarie O’Connor– Handles fundraising proceeds and manages finances
- Ordinary Members of the PC : All parents of children enroled in the School– Support and contribute to the planning and running of events
New members are always welcome! Getting involved is a great way to meet other parents and make a positive impact on school life. Here is a link to the PC Constitution of St. Fergus’ NS St. Fergus’ NS, Parents’ Council Constitution 2024
