Jonathan Keohane
@JKeohaneEDU
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Leader Olympus Academy Trust. Prev: Assistant Director & Special Advisor Welsh Government, Registered Inspector, NAEL associate & HT. All views are my own.
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A very sad day. My beautiful, amazing and loving grandmother closed her eyes for the last time at 1am this morning. I am so blessed to have had her as my Nan and for so long. I will cherish the memories.
"Grief is the price we pay for love". This really hurts. Night Nan xx
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Well I guess this makes it official.
In June I'll join
@WG_Education
for 2-years. This is a very exciting time for Welsh education and I'm privileged to have been awarded this opportunity.
I'm sad to leave
@roathparkprm
but I know it'll succeed under
@MrLFitzgerald
leadership.
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@DavidNautilus1
The most important line in our staff wellbeing charter puts this to bed for our team.
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Right
#edutwitter
seriously thinking about getting a school wellbeing dog. What is the process? Do they have to be a certain breed? Do they have to go through training?
If we do this I want to do it right.
I'd be so happy to hear from anyone with experience or knowledge.
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I couldn't face wearing a suit today so I wore trousers and a shirt.
@roathparkprm
Y2 pupil, "Sir you're not in old people clothes today and you look smart. You actually look like you could be young".
Thanks (I think!!!)
*currently burning all my suits!
#education
#Wales
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@MeetTheNeeds
He's right, it should've been his job. Sadly he resigned, in fact was sacked for gross misconduct, from his job 6 years ago because of his actions.
All actions have consequences.
You're new partner sounds like the man. Give him a high 5 for me!
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@PaulGarvey4
All staff are on full pay.
My temporary TAs (ending 31.3.20 or 31.8.20) have had their contracts extended until schools are back as normal.
Also kept on my long term supply teacher.
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The stocking of our "Rewards Machine" is underway!
This is linked to our "Spikeys" our own school currency, our Roath Bank and Roath Shop.
Our
@roathparkprm
pupils love this!!
#education
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It's my little noodles 6th birthday today. We were meant to be in Scotland with her grandparents.
Could you please like ♥️ and RT to make her day a little more special.
Thanks!
#Covid_19
#coronavirus
#staysafe
#edutwitter
#birthday
#birthdaygirl
#birthdayinlockdown
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School staff, you are amazing.
I cannot think of a single profession that could've mobilised and changed the way we work over night. Our delivery model has been turned upside down and we coped and smashed it. Well done. Be proud.
#education
#edutwitter
#schools
#TEACHers
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@tes
Speaking as a father, my girls (primary aged) will not be taking part in 10 hours of schooling per day. They also get a bus to school which adds an additional hour on.
Is anyone thinking about the mental health and wellbeing of the children?
Don't even get me started as a HT!
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On an afternoon walk today in the area where I live, 4 neighbours said, "you looking forward to going back to school on Monday. Been off a while now!"
Schools haven't been closed.
I've been there everyday.
I've been there this week prepping.
I can't wait until its full again
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In my live interview with Sky News this morning I wanted to highlight the huge amount of work all Welsh schools have done over this period. I always wanted to recognise the tredemdous support & leadership from
@cardiffcouncil
and
@WG_Education
@wgmin_education
@WelshGovernment
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On the day
@WelshGovernment
announces our new Edu Minister, I want to publicly thank
@Kirsty_Williams
for her tremendous positive impact on our schools in Wales. Kirsty was someone who was passionate about every child's right to a quality education. Diolch.
#education
#Wales
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Yesterday I had a "rant" about opportunistic companies "making profit" from
#FreeSchoolMeals
@LBC
did a great job highlighting this again this morn.
Today I want to highlight and applaude
@CaerphillyCBC
@castellhowell
for providing children in the LA with a choice of gd food.
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Today I want to remember this great man, Mr Cotterell, who sadly past away 4 years ago today. Mr Cotterell was my primary school teacher and I, along with the entire school, worshiped him. He loved children and he loved his job. He made my primary education fun and lit my desire
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@EDmerger
I use pupil premium money to employ a team of full-time tweeters to keep up to speed. In addition, my school policy states that all staff must schedule 27.4 tweets per day. I've implanted chips in them so they can tweet without picking up a device. It's cost £1.2m but worth it!
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This is the best and happiest lunch duty I have ever done!!!
@roathparkprm
schoolhouse is alive with the sound of laughter, joy and a few happy tears this morning. I feel like a child on a sweet shop!!
@CSCJES
@wgmin_education
@cardiffcouncil
@childcomwales
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Absolute pleasure to meet
@DoddieWeir5
today. Legend on and off the pitch. Keep fighting big man, your rugby family is with you.
#scottishrugby
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On the 1st Nov I decided I needed to do something about my weight. I've always made excuses, ie bad knees, work schedule, etc. I took up a running challenge from
@tjgolding
& haven't looked back. Still not where I want to be, but I'm on my way!
#Wellbeing
#health
#education
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A little self reflection of the toughest week of my career.
Staff - amazing committment and attitude. Kept things normal.
Families - amazing spirit and kindness through words, letters and tweets.
Pupils - always awesome.
This kept me going. Thanks
@roathparkprm
#Cardiff
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Reception
@roathparkprm
coming together nicely. We aim to role out this environment throughout the school over the coming years.
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@WhistleblowingT
I'd be slightly upset if a team member felt they couldn't reach out, regardless of the day or time.
Then I'd insist on some personal time, with the offer of support and/or coffee if needed.
Always look after your team. Most important resource.
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Today I have written to our amazing
@roathparkprm
families to thank them for the tremendous efforts they have put into online learning and to share some vulnerabilities I have experienced working fulltime as being a father during this period.
#edutwitter
#Wales
@wgmin_education
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Great to have our latest
@roathparkprm
team member in school today. This is Roo from
@Baxter_Project
Roo visits every Monday and takes our wonderful pupils on walks. She is a great listener also.
#Wellbeing
#EducationForAll
#dogs
We 💘 Roo and would love to keep her all week!
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@TTRadio2021
A lack of leadership, a lack of consistency in leadership (I.e leaders having favourites) and a lack of focus on what a school is about, the children. Schools need to promote a balance of work life balance. My favourite part of our staff wellbeing charter is section 5...
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Tomorrow, for the first time since March, I'll have to wear big boy trousers, a grown up shirt and possibly a tie. Let's not mention proper shoes. I've only worn trousers 3 times since March!! 😅
This will be a huge momentous moment! Can't wait to have
@roathparkprm
filled again!
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A video of our amazing Foundation Phase learning zone make over.
Thank you
@CreativePlayUK
@roathparkprm
@CSCJES
#curriculumforwales
#outdoorlearning
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A huge well done to our
@MrLFitzgerald
who has passed his National Professional Qualification for Headship. Never in doubt - he shows leadership everyday
@roathparkprm
He's not going anywhere soon though!
@CSCJES
@cardiffcouncil
@wgmin_education
@ClaraSeery
@KateRowlands10
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@RobOstrom
Same shirt - different man.
You're smashing it mate. Keep it up! I'm on the journey also!
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I urge fellow school workers to try and have a weekend off and recharge the batteries for the madness December brings.
Schools are doing a great job across the country. Well done to everyone involved.
#education
#Wales
@CSCJES
@cardiffcouncil
@wgmin_education
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This makes me so sad & mad for our beautiful city
#Cardiff
#CardiffBay
This isn't about the virus (which is still with us) this is a lack of respect and manners. Thank you to the amazing
@cardiffcouncil
team who have yet again cleaned up other peoples mess.
#litter
#COVID19
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Gold Rights Repsecting!
Delighted that
@roathparkprm
received this today. Promoting our children's rights are important to the school and community. Gold is great recognition of the schools work.
@cardiffcouncil
@CSCJES
@Merryse235
@childcomwales
@WG_Education
@JoStevensLabour
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@Teacherglitter
I agree family first.
But you Miss Teacher Glitter are amazing. How do I measure this? I ask, "would I want this person teaching my girls". In your case the answer is a resounding absolutely!
Thank you for sharing so much on twitter and thank you for inspiring me in my practice
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Strange morning so far.
Great to have the children back.
Being live on sky news was scary!!!
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A slightly strange back to work feeling tonight.
I've been appointed Assistant Director
@sewalesEAS
& cannot wait to get started working with our amazing schools.
I will combine this with my WG role for 12 months.
But for the 1st time in 18 years, I don't have school tomorrow!
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2 INSET days planned for 4th&5th Jan. I've instructed staff to remain at home and we will do them virtually.
We will open for Keyworker children on Weds. The team want to be in school offering F2F learning. If I feel it is unsafe I am not afraid to ask Govs/LA to remain closed.
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We managed the Covid situation well during the Aut term. Right at the end we saw a raise in staff getting infected, linked to the new strain. We want to do our jobs safely - F2F teaching. Where are we on the vaccine schedule?
@wgmin_education
@vaughangething
@fmwales
#education
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Another fantastic day
@roathparkprm
Is it right for schools to reopen?
Just look at these smiles on our children's faces. Think that answers the question. All taken without them knowing.
@wgmin_education
@WG_Education
@cardiffcouncil
@childcomwales
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Ignore the self indulgent post but members of the team have been working hard to make a better learning environment and a safer environment. Week 2 of holidays and some of us haven't started yet! But it's worth it, we love
@roathparkprm
@MissMEvans_
@MrLFitzgerald
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Busy day
@roathparkprm
on our project restart.
A pleasure to welcome
@wgmin_education
@WG_Education
to school to look at our new provision.
We are delighted be at school together again, "home".
@cardiffcouncil
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Always great to welcome
@wgmin_education
to our amazing
@roathparkprm
The Minister spoke passionately about the social benefits of school and how projects like
@Baxter_Project
can really help to reach all of our pupils.
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An absolute pleasure to treat every member of the
@roathparkprm
team to lunch. We held this over 5 days in bubbles - ending today with our important MDS and Cleaners.
Thanks to
@Saraztro
for super food and hosting.
Wellbeing done well
@thosethatcan
@CSC_Wellbeing
#education
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Great to welcome the legend that is
@thosethatcan
to
@roathparkprm
today where the focus was on staff self-care and wellbeing. Amazing PL!
All staff had a treat bag, we've updated our Wellbeing Charter and importantly opened the "Staff Treat Fridge"!
#Wellbeing
#education
#WALES
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It is great to see teachers in Wales recieving a payrise but it is also important that we recognise the huge role teaching assistants, admin staff, caretakers, cleaners, MDS and cooks play in delivering the perfect eduction.
@roathparkprm
would be nothing without them
#education
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A few weeks ago we asked
@roathparkprm
pupils and families how they wanted us to develop the school. Library was very popular. In two weeks we built our library. Now to continue adding to the books!
@davidwalliams
@AnthonyHorowitz
@MichaelMorpugo
@CSCJES
@wgmin_education
#EDtwt
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Great to welcome
@Baxter_Project
to
@roathparkprm
yesterday. The children (and staff) loved him!!! Looking forward to next week already!!!
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A huge thank you to
@wgmin_education
@WG_Education
for visiting
@roathparkprm
on our restart day. Your passion and committment to education in Wales is an inspiration.
@cardiffcouncil
@WelshGovernment
@BBCWalesNews
@ITVWales
@WalesOnline
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Those who followed for
#IceCream
post. Please RT if you can.
@JoesIceCream
very kindly donated ice cream for our Y6 give back day today. Not only the best ice cream ever but the best community spirit ever!
@childcomwales
amazing when companies look after our children!
#education
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My wee daughter (Y3) stood for school council today. She didn't get it. She told me,
"At least I tried my best Papa. Better to have tried than to wonder if I could've got it. I'm a little sad because I had some great ideas".
This kids growth mindset will make her successful!
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Meet Ezra!
The girls have been nagging for a puppy for a long time.
This little 3 month old chap was under the care of Newport Dogs Home, where we volunteer dog walk. He's a Collie-X they named Rex.
So he's come home and become Ezra Keohane! We're in ❤️!
#DogsofTwittter
#dog
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I'm shocked and saddened to read how some of the media is treating Lee Hill. Name calling and "attempted" professional shaming is never right and we need to stand against it.
From what I've seen on Twitter, and read from parents, Lee is an outstanding HT. I
#standwithLee
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Very productive day
@roathparkprm
with
@MrLFitzgerald
and Mr Seaward. We've built the frame for "The Barn" our new indoor/outdoor learning space. This will enable safe education during and beyond the pandemic.
@cardiffcouncil
@wgmin_education
@JennyRathbone
@childcomwales
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@Teacherglitter
I know where to start, if you're not committed to all children in this country receiving a quality education then you are not passionate enough and should consider something else. I'm truly shocked by this attitude.
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Today we wished our Y6s all the very best for their next adventure at High School. We didn't say goodbye because
@roathparkprm
will always be their school. I don't mind admitting I was choked up, especially with the video.
I would like to thank the team who made this day for Y6.
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When your First Minister and Deputy First Minister inform you "we need to do better" to ensure our
@roathparkprm
community is fairly represented it makes you so proud that we have ethically informed citizens who care. Project launched!
@wgmin_education
@CSCJES
@childcomwales
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At the end of October my good friend
@tjgolding
introduced the Run Ed November challenge (a mile a day for Nov). 5
@roathparkprm
staff took it up. Today we completed the challenge together! It's been amazing. But how many miles have we run between us?
@cardiffcouncil
@CSCJES
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On my "last active" day as HT
@roathparkprm
I've written to our wonderful community for the last time. I will always hold this school in my heart and enjoy how
@MrLFitzgerald
&
@janemarker1
continue to grow it.
Once a Roath Parker, always a Roath Parker!
@CSCJES
@cardiffcouncil
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We've had a great but tough few days appointing new teachers at
@roathparkprm
14 high quality candidates and over 300 applications.
One thing is clear,
@UWTSD
@ITEcardiffmet
@SEWCTET
@PgceW
@UWEBristol
are producing quality teachers.
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@WalesOnline
Incredibly sad news. I hope Mr Drakeford and his family are awarded some privacy to process. Rest in peace Mrs Drakeford.
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Delighted to be appointed as an associate
@NAELCymru
- looking forward to starting the work tomorrow!
Such an exciting time for edu in Wales with huge reforms (Cur, ALN, Leadership). Privileged and honoured to be playing an important role.
@WG_Education
@wgmin_education
@CSCJES
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#DunblaneMassacre
Today we remember the 16 children and 1 teacher who went to school on the morning of 13.3.1996 and never come home. I remember this day like yesterday. I was still in school and my RE teacher was from
#Dunblane
and was so upset.
Rest easy beautiful souls.
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Today I had the pleasure and privilege of meeting my Y6 Primary school teacher Mrs Holcroft. I adored this woman and she is another part of why I wanted to be a teacher. Mrs H now leads amazing WWII days at
@RMRW_Museum
and
@roathparkprm
loved it today. Take your class, its fab!
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I've wanted a sub 30 5k for a while. Set the target and went for it this morning. I'm built for comfort, not speed!! But I've been inspired by the team and pupils attitude of "we can do this"
@roathparkprm
this week!
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This beautiful girl is leaving our
@roathparkprm
family today to return home to Hungary. L you're a smashing girl & we will miss you, your brother and family. Remember, "Once a Roath Parker, Always a Roath Parker" and you are always part of our family. Sok szerencset! Good luck!
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Reflecting on the difference, 6 months into my running and fitness journey.
#health
#fittness
#running
#cycling
#Wellbeing
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A VERY SPECIAL MEMBER OF
@roathparkprm
TEAM MEETS THE MINISTER FOR EDUCATION TODAY!
Our very own Roo from
@Baxter_Project
caught up with
@wgmin_education
today to discuss education! Our pupils had another great day with Roo!
#Wellbeing
#education
#Wales
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The
@roathparkprm
"Village".
How it was, how its going!
We are aiming to create a tranquil & peaceful "innercity village" at our school. This has been directed by our pupils who want a space to "relax and chill out".
@cardiffcouncil
@CSCJES
@wgmin_education
@childcomwales
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0630hrs - the excitement at
@roathparkprm
is huge!
Our 1st westend trip since Feb 2020.
74 pupils heading to London to see the amazing
@TheLionKing
this afternoon!
Who will follow in our former pupil
@MissSarahLark
and star in the westend?
@CSC_ExpArts
@Arts_Wales_
@CSCJES
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@Teacherglitter
My only concern about part time teachers is... they often work full time and get paid part time. So my concern is for their own wellbeing (supportive comment and I guess pt teachers make decisions that suit them well - hopefully you'll get my point!!)
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Great to chat to
@ITVWales
about the positive news of schools reopening after today's
@wgmin_education
announcement. In my interview I praised the school sector in Wales, the
@WelshGovernment
the minister and parents for the great job they have done with home learning.
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We're growing our amazing team
@roathparkprm
This additional post is to help us meet the needs of our learners after this extended closure period.
If you're interested please visit:
@ITEcardiffmet
@BAPrimaryUSW
@UWEBristol
@UWTSD
@CSCJES
#education
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I started running 1 year ago today as a challenge. 12 months later:
4 Stone down
1/2 marathon completed
Physically and mentally feel better.
I'm going to run at least a mile a day in Novemebr again.
#running
#Wellbeing
#fitness
#education
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Its Monday so I'm sorry (not sorry) but I'm going to spam you with the beautiful Roo again. We are so lucky to have Roo working at our
@roathparkprm
school. We get so much out of the sessions.
@Baxter_Project
@wgmin_education
@CSCJES
@CSC_Wellbeing
#Wellbeing
#education
#dogs
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Something magical and special about this 127 year old
@roathparkprm
building. An old building filled with modern learning.
#Victorian
#listed
#education
#educational
@WG_Education
@CSCJES
@cadwwales
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A huge thank you to the road safety team
@cardiffcouncil
for the donation of scooters. The LA are providing additional resources to help children settle back into school. I am proud to serve in Cardiff, a truly Child Friendly City and LA.
@ChildFriendlyC1
@CdfHealthySch
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Fantastic virtual meeting of a pupil engagement group
@roathparkprm
this morning looking at videos submitted by candidates for the KS2 teaching job.
These pupils are definitely leaders of the future.
@childcomwales
@cardiffcouncil
@wgmin_education
#education
#school
#Wales
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An amazing 1st wk
@roathparkprm
The building is a school again.
Attendance has been fantastic. Thanks to the families who have supported us by following the social distancing rules.
We continue our exciting adventure on Monday!
Thanks
@wgmin_education
for making this happen!
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All teachers
@roathparkprm
will be sharing small videos through Seasaw/Google classroom so the pupils can have a sneak peak at how their classroom will look. Here is Mrs Tiani-Tanzi with her guided tour for 2T!
The team have worked so hard and will continue to do so.
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@wgmin_education
Thank you once again Kirsty for the clarity of message and leadership you are showing. You really are representing the children, school staff and children in Wales with compassion, understanding and sense. Diolch!
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@Strickomaster
Absolutely agree Sam. This is taken from our agreed staff wellbeing charter. Point 5.1 work in the way that best suits you.
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We challenged our pupils to paint in the style of
@rhiannon_art
Rhiannon kindly launched the comp with a video and tips & on conclusion judged & painted the top 3 entries. Here they are! Diolch RR!
@CSCJES
@cardiffcouncil
@wgmin_education
@WG_Education
@CSC_ExpArts
@WalesOnline
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Diolch
@wgmin_education
not only for today's announcement but the amount of work &consideration of the scientific evidence that has taken place during this pandemic by
@WelshGovernment
Fantastic to hear that the TUs fully support this plan also.
@roathparkprm
the plan is coming!
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I've had over 100 requests for our Wellbeing Charter. I think I've sent to everyone who has asked. If I have missed anyone, or if you want it, you can find in on our staff wellbeing site:
Happy to answer any Q's
@CfWPL
@thosethatcan
#Wellbeing
#education
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People in Cardiff. I love this idea. Children collect reward tokens for a book. Does anyone know where we could get an old vending machine from?
#Cardiff
#cf24
@CF24News
@roathcardiff
@cardiffcouncil
@CdfHealthySch
@WeAreCardiff
@WalesOnline
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Today has been my favourite day
@roathparkprm
since pre March 2020.
We've had
@craigarmiger
leading brilliant outdoor learning with Y4
@upbeatwales
leading drumming with Y1 and Y3
@rhiannon_art
creating amazing art with Y6
Many more days like this to come.
@CSCJES
#education
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Delighted
@roathparkprm
has won for our work on Cop26 & Sustainable Futures.
Thanks for your support
@DrSallyHolland
@sophiehowe
@JoStevensLabour
@huwthomas_Wales
@Merryse235
👏
@CSCJES
@cardiffcouncil
@WG_Education
@childcomwales
@SeneddChildren
@EcoSchoolsWales
@PagesAwards
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My gloriously beautiful and effervescent mother is retiring today after many dedicated years caring for others
@CaerphillyCBC
It is also her 66th birthday.
A wonderfully strong, dedicated and compassionate woman. So grateful I get to call her "mum"!
@rhymneyexpress
@WalesOnline
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I try to avoid being political on here. However, accusing pupils of bunking off to look after the interests of our planet during a time when the government has shut down parliament is a little rich.
It was great to see the leader of Cardiff Council supporting pupils yesterday.
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Didn't manage to get any photos of Roo today, but did manage a cwtch.
Roo from
@Baxter_Project
is having such a wonderful impact upon our children. I cannot recommend highly enough!! Here's a photo of Roo from a few weeks ago!!!
#Wellbeing
#Happiness
#PositiveVibes
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Just held a wonderful Webinar and Q&A session for
@roathparkprm
families on Teams. Wonderful questions and amazing support. Truly a great community to be a member of.
Together we've got this.
#EducationForAll
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Fact of the week
Monday 4th January - Friday 8th January is the longest year on record!!! 😆
Yes educators, it's been a week and this time last week was New Year's Day. Look after yourselves.
#education
#schools
#Wellbeing
#waleslockdown
#wales
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Another day and more amazing activities from the
@roathparkprm
team. We cannot wait for the safe return of our pupils.
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In the current cost of living crisis I hope families/children realise that they don't need to buy presents for their teacher/teaching assistants. Let's remove that added pressure.
Some nice words on a card often mean more.
#teachers
#present
#school
#CostOfLivingCrisis
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