Home, School, Community Liaison Scheme

What is the Home, School, Community Liaison Scheme?
The H.S.C.L scheme is a very positive programme newly introduced (2007) in Killorglin Community College. It fosters a sense of trust between the students, parents and the school with the aim of maximising the participation of students and parents in the learning process as a whole.
 

Why do we need a H.S.C.L scheme?
Post-primary school is an exciting, challenging, rewarding but sometimes difficult experience, not only for students, but also for parents. The H.S.C.L scheme tries to ensure that this experience is as enjoyable and trouble free as possible.

It recognises the role of parents and the home environment and seeks to promote a partnership between the school and parents.
 

Who looks after the H.S.C.L scheme in Killorglin Community College?
The scheme co-ordinator is Mr. Vincent Heffernan. He is available in the school Mondays and Wednesdays (9am-11am), to discuss on a personal level matters of concern to parents. If preferred he can make visits to the home. He is also available on mobile outside of these times.

The scheme is also supported by the input of the Principal, Deputy Principal and the staff all of whom are actively willing to listen to the needs of parents.

 

How does the H.S.C.L scheme work?       
The scheme recognises parents as the primary educators of their children and is constantly looking at ways to support parents in this important role.

Home visits are an excellent way of checking in with parents and listening to their views and concerns.

Parents are encouraged to take time for themselves and attend courses, which can be arranged free of charge during the school day. Courses can be on any subject e.g.

  • Personal Development: Teen parenting-know you child, Home management, Family Communication,

  • Languages: Basic English, French, Irish

  • Health: First Aid, Drug Awareness

  • Computer: Computer Studies,

  • Craft: D.I.Y, Flower Arranging, Dressmaking, Upholstery, Machine Knitting, Photography,

  • Leisure: Set Dancing

  

Where does the H.S.C.L scheme take place?   
Parents are welcome to drop into the parent’s room/H.S.C.L office at any time during the day. However the scheme is not confined within the school walls. As mentioned the co-ordinator makes home visits.