Dear all
We continue to follow all advice and guidance from the Department of Education and Public Health Agency. Whilst it is likely that schools will close at some point in the near future, we have received updated instructions from the Department of Education and currently remain open to pupils who can attend (school is closed for St. Patrick’s Day on Tuesday 17th March).
Please note, BBC News had earlier mis-reported a fact in relation to our school, but immediately apologised and clarified the situation.
In light of the situation, which is changing daily, I have asked the staff to continue planning for sustained pupil learning in any eventuality.
Our immediate priority is to support pupils who are due to sit public examinations and complete qualifications in the summer. Teachers will be focusing on continuing provision for teaching and learning in school, whilst also making resources available online for those who cannot attend school for any reason.
My thanks go to our staff body, who are working diligently to ensure our pupils experience as little disruption as possible to their studies, given the unique challenges we are facing.
These arrangements are already being put in place in many subject areas, but will take some time to become fully operational.
If pupils or parents have technical or subject queries, they can contact the school by email info@crossandpassion.ballycastle.ni.sch.uk in the first instance.
I very much understand the anxiety and stress that the current situation has caused, right across society, and if you have any questions or queries, please direct your communications to the school through formal channels (either by phone, appointment or email).
Best wishes
Paul McClean
Principal
Cross and Passion College