Role and Function of the Student Council

The Student Council is a representative body for students only, through which they can become involved in the affairs of the school, working in partnership with school management, staff and parents for the benefit of the school and its students. The Student Council is involved in many activities in Our Lady's. Here is a sample of some Student Council activities:

• Liaising with the Principal and Board of Management on issues of concern to students;
• Communication and co-operation with school staff;
• Working with Parents Council in school;·Co-operating with management and staff on the development of school rules and regulations;
• Involvement in developing the curriculum in the school;
• Involvement in School Planning;
• Having a say in school policies e.g. anti-bullying policy;
• Making suggestions about improving school facilities;
• Extra-curricular activities; · School yearbook/newsletter;
• Getting involved with the community;
• Mentoring programmes for younger students, e.g. Cairdeas.