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The GreenOur Tradition, Your Future

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The GreenChristian Brothers Secondary School

The Green Tralee County Kerryt. 066 71 458 24 f. 066 71 298 07e. [email protected]

www.thegreen.ie

inspiring excellence

exploring opportunities

building confidence

traditional

valuescontemporary learning

CONTENTSWhy the Green 02

Structure & Facilities 05Curriculum 06

Transition Year 09Extra Curricular 10

Sports Progamme 13

welcomeFáilte Róimh go léir go dtí Meánscoil na mBráithre Críostaí, An Fhaiche, Trá Lí !

The Green is a Catholic all-boys secondary school catering for 620 boys. The schoolis proud of its record in the provision of quality education to families in Tralee andthe surrounding area. It is a record that the school community intends to maintain.

Our primary aim is to encourage each student of CBS The Green, to be

a self-confident, inquiring, tolerant, positive young man, a well rounded

character with an independent mind, an individual who respects the

difference of others. By the time he leaves the school, we want each boy

to have that true sense of self-worth which will enable him to stand for

himself and for a purpose greater than himself and, in doing so be of value

to society.

At the heart of the school is its distinctive Catholic Ethos, which is shown

through the excellent relationships which exist between staff and students.

A shared vision for the school is held by staff, students and parents, which

has created a very strong caring and cohesive community based on

Christian values of love, respect and compassion for others.

The school has highly qualified and committed specialist teachers. It has

excellent facilities and has recently benefited from a €5 million capital

development. We promote the highest academic standards in The Green with a high percentage of students going to Universities and third level

institutions in Ireland and abroad.

CBS The Green is a thriving environment for students. We hope your son

will be happy, challenged and fulfilled as he pursues his education in The Green.

Beir Bua agus Beannacht Oraibhse go léir sa Todhcaí

Anne O’CallaghanPrincipal

Ethoswhy the green

InSPIrInG TrAnSFOrmATIOnAl lEAdErShIPSchool leaders articulate a vision for their school in keeping with the Edmund rice tradition. They inspire minds

and hearts, raise critical consciousness and cultivate a strong work ethic coupled with an enterprising spirit.

Aims

The Green is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in all areas

of education. Our aim is to generate and maintain an inclusive

climate of learning within which every student is enabled to

develop and fulfil his own unique potential.

It is our aim that every student who moves on from The Green

will be equipped not only to make his own way in the world, but

also to make his particular contribution to society and at the

same time to continue his lifelong learning process.

The Green aims to foster an atmosphere of respect,

understanding and encouragement between all who teach and

learn in the school, so that the development and contribution of

every individual can be acknowledged and valued, and all can

work together to benefit personal growth and the common good.

Transition from Primary to Secondary

At The Green we are very aware that the transition from primary

school to secondary school can be a very daunting step in a

young person’s life. We make every effort to ensure that this

step is an exciting and positive one.

Each pupil is assigned a base class for the year. Each class has its

own tutor, an experienced member of staff whose role it is to look

after the well-being of each pupil in that class group.

First Years are designated two Year heads who liaise with

parents, students and tutors on a daily basis.

Consistently over 90%of our leaving Certificate cohortprogress to Third level

The Ethos of our school is that of Edmund rice, the founder of the Christian Brother’s Schools.

Our ethos is one that values and prizes each student as an individual created and blessed by

God. The Green recognizes that each student in our school family has unique talents and gifts

to offer to the world around him. The Green seeks to develop each boy’s talents to his highest

potential in a caring environment that continuously respects, encourages and affirms his

efforts at achieving his own personal goals.

The Green sTrives for excellence in all iTs endeavours as a school communiTy

our tradition your future

5th Year Student

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why the green

InSPIrInG TrAnSFOrmATIOnAl lEAdErShIPSchool leaders articulate a vision for their school in keeping with the Edmund rice tradition. They inspire minds

and hearts, raise critical consciousness and cultivate a strong work ethic coupled with an enterprising spirit.

The Green sTrives for excellence in all iTs endeavours as a school communiTy

traditional

values

contemporary learning

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structure & facilities

Teacher

structure & facilitiesGeneral Study

27 General Classroomswith multimedia Facilities

2 dedicated IT rooms

5 mathematics rooms

A religion room

music / drama room

Humanities

2 language Classrooms

Social Science Classrooms

Technology

Art room

design, Communication& Graphics Classrooms

Architectural Technology

machining & Preparation Area

Sciences

Physics laboratory

Chemistry laboratory

2 Biology laboratories

Science demonstration room

Physical Education/ Extra-curricular

Sports hall (includingfull size basketball court)

Weights Training /Table Tennis Area

handball/racquet Ball Court

Synthetic Pitch

Adjoining training pitch/athletics track

2 Floodlight GAA pitchesin Caherslee

Student Services

Student library & Study

An Oratory & reflection Area

Pastoral meeting room

Student Kitchen/ dining Area

Supervised Study

3.45 - 5.45 pm, mon - Fri

nUrTUrInG FAITh, ChrISTIAn SPIrITUAlITY & GOSPEl-BASEd VAlUESEdmund rice Schools in partnership with the home and the parish are dedicated to providing and developing a

Catholic education that cultivates a living faith, fosters Christian spirituality, and educates people in Gospel-based values.

In 2012 the new modern architecturally

designed school campus was opened.

The new building blends seamlessly with

the old iconic school building. The Green

now hosts some of the best facilities to

provide an enhanced modern technology

led learning environment for its students

as well as providing sports and leisure

facilities that meet the highest standards

for sports performance.

school sTrucTure

sTudenT

53 Teachers, 3 SNAs

Trustees

Students Council

Parents CouncilDeputy Principal

Principal

Board ofManagement

curriculumTralee CBS takes a broad view of education and believes that success in education is measured by

much more than results in the State Examinations; nonetheless it strives for academic excellence.

The School has an excellent record in the State Examinations, with the vast majority of its students

going on to University and third level colleges.

EXCEllInG In TEAChInG And lEArnInGThe Edmund rice School is a community of people dedicated to the pursuit ofexcellence in all its endeavours and in all aspects of its teaching and learning.

All junior cycle students study subjects leading to the Junior Certificate, the

State Examination, taken at the end of third year.

While a majority of subjects are assessed as part of the Junior Certificate

Examination, the junior cycle provision also includes a number of subjects that

are integral to the curriculum, but are not formally assessed in this way. The

inclusion of these subjects in the curriculum ensures that students receive a

broad, balanced education that introduces them to all the areas of experience

relevant to the needs of learners at this age and stage of their development.

non-examination subjects at junior cycle include Physical Education, Social,

Personal and health Education and Computer Studies.

Leaving Certificate

Core Subjects

Irish, English, mathematics

Non Exam Subjects

religious Education, Physical Education

Elective Subjects

Sciences - Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Phys/Chem, Applied mathematics

Business - Business Studies, Accounting, Economics

Humanities - French, German, Geography, history

Technological - Construction Studies, design Communications & Graphics, Art

Junior Certificate

Core Subjects

Irish, English, mathematics, history, Geography, Science,religious Education, Civic Social and Political Education

Non Exam Subjects

Social Personal & health Education, Physical Education & Games

Elective Subjects

French and German, Business Studies, Technical Graphics,

materials Technology Wood, Art Crafts and design

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Parent

independent

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In 2012 Imed Abnoun, Davin Barrett, Marsell Fazilov travelled to the United States having won the Young Entrepreneur Programme National Prize for their business ‘Social Gamers’

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transition year

PrOmOTInG PArTnErShIP In ThE SChOOl COmmUnITYThe partnership that characterises the Edmund rice School promotes inclusiveness, mutual respect

and a sense of inter-dependence for the development of the school as a community.

transition yearCourses & Subjects

digital mediaBusiness & EnterpriseFrench & GermanConstruction StudiesScienceEnvironmental StudiesEnglishIrish media Studiesdebating history and GeographyCookerymusicmaths

Physical Education

Programmes & Awards

Work ExperienceCommunity Work ExperienceCareer GuidanceFundraisingThe Gaisce President’s AwardGarda Youth Achievement Award

Fáilte Ireland The Young EntrepreneurProgrammeCeiliúradh na nÓg AwardsPeer mentoring Programmelevel 1 Coaching CourseFirst Aid health & Safetymental health

ECdl Computer Course

Social Programmes

African drummingSign languagemartial artship - hop danceSurfingdrama & film-makingPilates & YogaCar drivingTennis lessonsCivil defence TrainingSports Conditioning CourseTrip to Barcelona

PrOmOTInG PArTnErShIP In ThE SChOOl COmmUnITYThe partnership that characterises the Edmund rice School promotes inclusiveness, mutual respect

and a sense of inter-dependence for the development of the school as a community.

The Green calls Transition Year Students,

to reach heights they never knew

possible, to start the climb of opportunity,

experience diversity, challenge and

enjoyment. We encourage and help new

students to rise to new challenges and to

take new roads of experience. Students

are exposed to a vast array of projects,

subjects, modules and outings. They

practise new methods of learning and are

given opportunities to improve social

and communication skills.

Promoting Entrepreneurship

Over the past number of years students from The Green have

participated and excelled in the Young Entrepreneur Programme

and the County Enterprise Board Student Enterprise Awards

Programme. Students from The Green have won best school in the

Young Entrepreneur Competition 3 times in the past 5 years since

the Programme’s inception. The Green are overall national winners

of the competition in 2012.

These programmes complement traditional learning by linking

workshops, case studies and interaction with key business leaders

along with the pupils own ideas’. For anyone thinking of starting

a business now or in the future this programme presents an ideal

opportunity. The pupils unlock their own creativity, focus their

inspiration and challenge themselves with confidence. The

programme also partners students with business people & business

mentors and provides a real business environment for students.

extra curricularWe place great value on ensuring your son becomes a responsible and conscientious adult and

plays a part in his local community. Through our extra curriculum programme we enhance our

students’ opportunities for personal development. We will strengthen their commitment to values

such as generosity, charity, responsibility and respect for others in their community.

CrEATInG A CArInG SChOOl COmmUnITYThe hallmarks of an Edmund rice School are care, especially for those who are vulnerable

or disadvantaged in any way, and action for social and ecological justice.

Charity Work

Zambian Immersion Programme, C.B.S, The Green

C.B.S The Green is proud to be involved in the ZambianImmersion Programme and supporting the work of theChristian Brothers in Africa.

Over the last four years the school community has raised funds which have enabled the Brothers to renovate up toten Primary Schools and run a training centre for young adults. during the course of the Programme we haveembarked on two trips to Zambia, bringing sixteenstudents to work and live among the Zambian people.

The Zambian Immersion Project has drawn Christian valuesto the fore in our school and has further deepened in us the core values of Edmund rice.

The students are very actively involved in local charity work and fundraising each year.

School Trips

The Green offers students a rich and diverse educationalexperience through the arrangement of school trips tohighlight the awareness of different cultures and values.

Each year second year students have the opportunity to participate in a school trip.

Each year fourth year students also have the option oftravelling abroad and currently the transition year classtravel to Barcelona, Spain.

The Career Guidance department also arrange visits toIreland’s universities and third level colleges.

Other trips and excursions have included visits to dublin, Cork, ecology and geography fieldtrips to Killarney, visits to theatres in Cork and locally here in Siamsa Tíre. Other projects have brought our students to the london Globe Theatre and even as far as both San Francisco and new York.

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5th year student

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extra curricular

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potential

Fuelling the Mind

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Marc Ó Sé - Teacher, Trainer and Holder of4 All Ireland Medals, 3 All Stars and 2009 Player of the Year.

sports programme

dEVElOPInG ThE WhOlE PErSOnThe Edmund rice School offers balanced, integrated and innovative teaching and learning experiences. It recognises that

the human person has, personal, physical, intellectual, social , spiritual, moral, emotional and aesthetic abilities andseeks to promote the students development in all these areas.

sports programme

dEVElOPInG ThE WhOlE PErSOnThe Edmund rice School offers balanced, integrated and innovative teaching and learning experiences. It recognises that

the human person has, personal, physical, intellectual, social , spiritual, moral, emotional and aesthetic abilities andseeks to promote the students development in all these areas.

research shows that participation in youth sports helps children improve the physical, social,

emotional and academic aspects of their lives. In addition, the experiences of youth sports

influences their behaviour as adults. Youth sports helps to promote physical fitness and counter

the rising tide of childhood obesity and other health problems.

Physical Education is offered to students of all ages within the

school. Students develop the values of teamwork, individual

achievement and sportsmanship through taking part in sports

in the school. Students are encouraged to develop a healthy

balanced lifestyle that prepares them for their lives ahead.

Sports

Tralee C.B.S. has always prided itself on the outstanding

achievements of its Gaelic Football Teams over the years.

We play in the A grade of all competitions at both Kerry and

munster level. Apart from Gaelic Football the following sports

are also included in our Sports and Physical Education

Programme.

hurling

Basketball

rugby

Athletics

handball

Golf

Achieving the Highest Level in Sport

The Green has produced some of the finest sports people to

represent their county, province and country over the years.

Past students have represented their County at minor and

Senior level in Gaelic Football and hurling. The School has

educated and is home to many All Ireland medal holders

and is proud of this tradition.

Past students have also represented their clubs in Basketball

to national Cup Success. They have also represented their

country in rugby at underage level and many have secured

places on Provincial Squads. Finally, students also boast

national and international medals in Athletics.

Tennis

Gymnastics

racquetball

Volleyball

Badminton


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Transport to and from the school

Both public and private transport options are available tostudents living outside of Tralee. There is a dedicated student drop off point for parents driving their child to school. The school has adequate bicycle spaces and encourages studentsto wear cycle helmets and high visibility vests when cycling.

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