CPC kicks off Erasmus+ programme

CPC Erasmus team: Glenda Groome, Claire McDonnell, Clare Lamont, Eleanor Higgins, Ciaran Blanchfield, Mary Quinto and Fiona Murphy.

Eight staff members of Cross & Passion College completed courses in the Erasmus+ Programme during the summer in Italy, Czech Republic, Denmark and Finland. This followed a successful application by the school for accreditation for the Erasmus 2021-2027 scheme.

The main goals of the Erasmus+ programme are to improve the quality of education in Europe, through developing mobility and cultural ties between staff and students from European and the EU neighbouring countries. The 2021-2027 programme places a strong focus on social inclusion, the green and digital transitions and promoting young people’s participation in democratic life.

In October 2023, an application for the current Erasmus Accreditation 2021-2027 was made by CPC language teacher Mary Quinto. In May 2024, the project was awarded a grant of €109,896 for the period 1st June 2024-31st August 2025.

"Access to the Programme will offer our school community enriching opportunities to engage with European partners," Mary Quinto says. "Inclusion is at the heart of our project. Partnerships with EU schools are currently being established by Cross and Passion College to enable our students, both language and non-language learners to engage in exciting experiences with our European partners. There is a commitment to making the programme accessible to all learners."

The project is being implemented by a team of seven staff members who are supported by the CPC Board of Management. Staff members who completed the summer courses formed friendships and professional ties with course participants from all corners of Europe. The courses were in the areas of school innovation and wellbeing.

"On return to school, earlier this week, course participants shared experiences and informed of best practices to all staff, ensuring an impact across our whole school community. All staff working in the College will have the opportunity to complete a course over the Accreditation period."

Further information about upcoming student trips for 2024-2025 can be found on the CPC webpage. "We are delighted to be able to strengthen the bonds of the Kilcullen/Saint Contest twinning affiliation by working with a partner school, just outside Saint Contest in Normandy. We look forward to visiting them in December and welcoming them to Kilcullen in February.

"We are excited to have the opportunity to showcase Cross and Passion College and Kilcullen to our European friends."

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