5th Edition Kildare and Wicklow Education and Training Board (KWETB) Community Education Service – Kildare Connecting Communities 5th Edition Autumn 2014 Community Education Service & Network Kildare Jigginstown, Naas, Co Kildare. For any query: Tel: 045 - 881863 [email protected] www.kwetb.ie www.facebook.com/communityeducationservice Would you like to … Learn a new skill? Meet new people? Get involved in your community? Investing in your future Introduction The first ever five year strategy for Further Education and Training was launched in May of this year. The strategy sets out a vision for the development of a high quality further education and training service over the next five years. Five goals have been set: Skills for the Economy, Active Inclusion, Quality Provision, Integrated Planning and Funding and Standing of FET. You can read the document at www.education.ie/en/ Publications/PolicyReports/Further-Education-and-Training-Strategy-2014-2019.pdf Our Adult Learner Festival in February was very well attended and much networking ensued. Well done to everyone who participated.The theme of the event was fundraising. As a follow up we have included some Top Tips on writing a funding application on page 12. We have several new projects planned for the coming term. Those intent on making their ideas for a social enterprise a reality will be interested in our Enterprising Communities course to be held in the format of nine one day workshops between September and April. Turn to page 4 and 9 for more details. An exciting new venture to establish a Community Art and Crafts Shed based in Naas library will start in September. More details on page 2 and 9. We look forward to meeting your group in the coming months. Susan Cullinane Community Education Facilitator MID KILDARE A.B.C.E. Centre, Jigginstown, Naas Day-time enrolling from Mon 8th September 2014 between10am & 4pm Monday to Thursday Night-time enrolling on Mon 8th Sept only 6-8pm Classes Start Mon 22nd September Ref Course Day/Date Weeks Time Fee CEF 14201 Naas Community Art & Craft Shed Part 1 This is a project for those who would like to practice their Art & Craft skills in the company of others with a focus on sharing skills and forming a long term group. It will run over two terms. See page 8 for more details. Venue - Naas Library. Mon 2 Terms 10.00am / 12.30pm €60 / €20 CEF 14202 Basic First Aid This course is designed to teach you how to apply general first aid skills in an emergency with the emphasis on practical skills which can be applied anywhere. Mon 8 11.45am / 1.45pm €80 / €25 CEF 14203 First Steps with your I-Pad This course will cover the basics of your I-Pad. Learn how to set up and use the internet, camera, calendar & some useful apps. Mon 3 11.45am / 1.45pm €30 / €10 CEF 14204 Computers for Improvers This course is for people who have some knowledge of computers and want to learn more about managing files and folders on the computer, internet security and advanced use of the internet, email, attachments and producing documents using MS Word. Mon Starts 13/10/14 8 11.45am / 1.45pm €80 / €25 2 Ref Course Day/Date Weeks Time Fee CEF 14205 Computers for the Terrified Have you been putting off enrolling in a beginners’ computer course? Afraid you won’t be able to keep up? Then this is the course for you! Start at the very beginning and build your confidence step-by-step, in a fun and supported way. Mon 8 2.00pm / 4.00pm €80 / €25 CEF 14206 Internet & E-Mail Discover how easy it can be to surf the net, book a flight, read the newspapers and look up the census and local history. Learn how to set up an email address, print and manage emails, and send attachments. Find videos & music on YouTube, use Flickr, Facebook, Skype, IPad and Tablets. Mon 8 2.00pm / 4.00pm €80 / €25 CEF 14207 Digital and Creative Photography For those who have a basic knowledge of computers. You will learn the functions of the camera, how to download and save photos onto a CD, how to send photos by email, how to compose a photo, lighting techniques and editing. Wed 8 2.00pm / 4.00 pm €80 / €25 CEF 14208 Acorn 50+ Group Plans for this term include: dancing, arts & crafts, yoga, aromatherapy. Occasional invited guests to give talks on various subjects & lots of field trips. New members welcome. Thurs On going 2:00pm / 4:00pm €2 weekly CEF 14209 Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction This is the next step for someone who has some experiene of Mindfulness. It encourages deep relaxation, self-reflection & using the imagination to increase personal wellbeing. Fri & one Saturday 8 9.30am / 12 noon €100 / €30 NETWORK KILDARE A.B.C.E. Centre, Jigginstown, Naas, Network Kildare is an umbrella support organisation for locally based voluntary education groups in Co. Kildare. Contact Nora or Susan for further information. Tel: 086 3332896 or [email protected] Ref Course Day/Date Weeks Time Fee CEF 14210 Participating Effectively in Your Group This course will explore how to participate more effectively within a group and help gain a better understanding of how groups work best. Tue 8 & one Sat. 7.30pm / 9.30pm €20 CEF 14211 Men’s Health This course will look at some of the key elements of men’s health and wellbeing. It will explore how to practically look after your own health. Join us and learn how to achieve a healthier you. Wed 8 7.30pm / 9.30pm €60 / €20 CEF 14213 Caring for The Carer The demands on those who work as caregivers can be enormous. We are offering this course to those who care for older or younger family members in a care giving or support role. Taking care of your own wellbeing is essential to be able to continue in this role. Join us to learn ways of caring for yourself. Thurs 8 7.30pm / 9.30pm €20 If your group wish to host any of the above courses – please contact us! 3 Enterprising Communities – Blessington Community Education Centre Contact Susan 045-988024 Course Day Enterprising Communities See Page 9 for more information Mon Frequency Time 9 workshops between September and April 10.00am – 4.30pm Fee €80 / €30 Naas Men’s Shed Contact Seamie Moore 087-2497813 Course Day DIY Weeks Mon 8 Time 09:30am – 11:30am Fee Free Bereavement Support Group This group is offering a bereavement support course for those who may wish to explore the many issues related to coping with bereavement and grief. Contact 086-0656950 Newbridge – Abbey Regional Addiction Services Contact Tommy 045-488670 Course Day Mosaic Wed Weeks 8 Time 10.30am –12.30pm Fee Free Newbridge – Eyre Powell The Asylum Seekers Support group will run a course for young women in September. Contact Mary 045-430922 Newbridge – Rosconnell Community Group Contact Amanda Gogarty 085-1512300 Course Day Sewing Wed 4 Weeks 8 Time 10.30am –12.30pm Fee Free Newbridge – Newbridge Women’s Group Contact Anne Redican 087-9131704 or Nora O’Hanlon at 086-3332896 Course Women’s Studies Day Weeks Time Wed 8 and one Saturday 7:30pm – 9:30pm Fee TBC Newbridge – Family Resource Centre Contact Maeve on 045-438173 Course Day Intercultural Group – Advanced Sewing Weeks Time Fee Thursday 8 10.30am -12.30pm Free Men’s Group – D.I.Y Tuesday 8 10.00am -12.00pm Free Women’s Group – Pottery Tuesday 8 7.00pm -9.00pm Free Kill – Kill Active Retired Contact Mary Flanagan 045-878061 Course Day Healthy Mind & Body Weeks Wed 8 Time 11.00am – 1.00pm Ballymore Eustace – Ballymore Brass Band This group will offer a Musicianship course this autumn. Contact Sian Keary 087-9674559 NORTH KILDARE Kilcock – Family Faith Initiative Family Faith Initiative facilitate courses within the community of Kilcock Contact Ada on 087-6415970 5 Fee TBC Celbridge – Creative Explosion The ACRE, Maynooth Road, Celbridge Contact Rose at 086-3076588 or [email protected] f – thecreativeexplosion Enrolling on Tue 16th Sept 10-11am and Thurs 18th Sept 7-8pm at the centre Course Day Weeks Time Fee Healthy Heart Wed 08/10/14 3 9:45am - 12:15pm Free Stress Management Wed 5/11/14 5 10.00am - 12.00pm €30 / €15 Yoga Thurs 09/10/14 8 10.30am - 12.00pm €40 / €20 Celbridge – Abbey Regional Addiction Services Contact Tommy 045-488670 Course Day Mosaic Monday Weeks 8 Time 10.30-12.30 Fee Free Celbridge – Kildare Traveller Action: Ellen L Group Contact Mary Morris 087-1235778 for details of new activities starting in Autumn 2014. Derrinturn – Ashgrove Group Gardening in the Community and Healthy Heart/ Stress Management will be offered this autumn. Contact George Hackett 046-9552986 Ardclough Village Centre The Community Council has already hosted a number of very successful courses over the last two terms. This term Internet & Email and a craft course will be on offer Contact Pauline Johnson 085-7107931 or Gerry O’Gorman 087-2251374 Rathangan – Ladies’ Group This group plans to run some sessions in Circle Dancing during the autumn term. Contact Geraldine Cully 086-1734872 6 Ardscoil Rath Iomgháin – Home School Liaison A Colour Me Beautiful course will be offered in the autumn. Contact Eleanor Appleby 045-524384 SOUTH KILDARE Suncroft Community Development Suncroft Community Development Ltd. is an inclusive, not for profit organisation set up to provide support for community activities and groups to develop and grow for the benefit of the community of Suncroft. The group will run a Mindfulness and Internet & Email course during the Autumn Term. Contact Tony McGlynn 087-9131106 Curragh - Curragh Pride Family Resource Centre We plan to run a Men Making Music and DIY for Women course during the autumn term. Contact Miriam 045-456883 Kildare Town – Bishopsland Contact Anne O’Neill 087-2378701 Course Healthy Food Made Easy Day Weeks Time Fee Thurs 6 7.00pm – 9:30pm Free Kildare Town Men’s Group This Men’s group meets every Tuesday morning, 10-12pm in Teach Dara and seeks to provide personal and skills development and a valuable social outlet, whilst also contributing to the community. The group has already participated in Digital Photography, Basic Computers and Healthy Food Made Easy and has organised a Men’s Health Day. For the Autumn Term the group will host a DIY Course. Contact Paul Brady 087-7777463 Kildare Town Women’s Group Kildare Women’s Group meet once a month on a Wednesday evening at 8pm in the Day Care Centre in Kildare Town. New members are warmly welcomed.The group plans to offer a Colour me Beautiful course this autumn. Contact Margaret McCabe 087-6602873 7 Kildare Town – Active Retired Contact Teresa 086-0749023 Course Day Chair Yoga Weeks Fri 8 Time 7.00pm – 8:30pm Fee Free Kildare Town - Eve Harvest Centre The Eve Harvest Centre provides a community based, recovery-oriented programme for adults who experience Mental Health Difficulties. During the Spring Term, Eve Harvest ran a Floral Arranging Course with members of the Centre alongside participants from the wider Community. The Course which took place in Teach Brid was a great success, where beautiful floral arrangements and wonderful friendships were made. Following on from the success of this integrated course Eve Harvest will run a Chair Yoga course in the Autumn. As with the previous course, this is also open to members of the wider community. Contact Edel Murphy 045-522537 Castledermot – Young at Heart Group This group of older women and men meet every Tuesday and Thursday in the lovely new Teach Diarmada Centre in the heart of Castledermot. New members are warmly welcomed to the weekly meetings. Courses organised by the Young at Heart Group are open to members of all ages within the local community. It is planned to offer a Community Art Course this autumn. Contact Maura Horan 059-9144330 Athy – Women’s Activity Group This group plans to run a Basket Weaving course this autumn. Contact Pauline Cullen 086-3066133 COUNTY WIDE Older Voices Kildare Older Voices is an interagency group involved in the co-ordination of programmes and activities aimed at building the confidence of older people to get more involved in their communities. Courses such as Ageing with Confidence, Voices through Art and the Community Effect are rolled out around the County during the year. Contact Denise on 087-1411669 8 Community Education News If your group would like to include a piece in our next newsletter please contact us The group will meet every week from Sept 2014 – May 2015 at Naas Library. Within the course, the group will have 10 sessions of Art & Craft tutoring, 10 sessions on how to build a group structure for the future and an exhibition at the end of year. Places will be allocated to individuals who have at least one years’ experience and have completed several pieces of work in their chosen art or craft area. For more information see page 2 and phone Fiona 045 881863 for an application form Naas Community Art & Craft Shed ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Would you like to increase your Art or Craft Skills in a group environment? ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– We have run numerous Community Art and Craft courses throughout the county and identified the need for a progression route for participants, so they can continue to develop their skills in a group environment. In spring 2014, we ran a short pilot course in the ABCE Centre, Naas, over a 10 week period. The participants came together to share and learn new skills and exhibit their work at the end of the course, in Naas Library. As a result of this process, Naas Library has kindly offered a space for 2 hours a week, for a group to meet and share their ideas. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Enterprising Communities You may have heard of social entrepreneurship and social enterprise, but what do these terms mean and how 9 For more information see page 4 and phone Susan 045 988024 for a brochure and application form could they be applied to address change in your community? Enterprising Communities is an exciting new programme being offered by the Community Education Service of KWETB. It will provide participants with an understanding of the concepts behind Social Enterprise and showcase examples of how communities are putting these ideas into practice. The programme will also encourage participants to develop their own ideas for community based initiatives and actively support putting them into practice. This will be achieved through making the workshops as practically focused as possible but also through the provision of small group mentoring with participants at different stages during the programme. Guest speakers and a study visit will also form part of the programme. The programme will be offered in Blessington Further Education Centre as a series of 9 Monday workshops spread over the Autumn 14 and Spring 15 terms. The first session will take place on Monday, September 29th at 10am-4.30pm. The course will be of interest to community groups, individuals and anyone who wishes to encourage positive change in their community. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Music for Men When I started this programme I was honestly skeptical about what could be done in such a short period of time. I was pleasantly surprised by what I learned. I learned all about the different aspects of music as well as how to play the guitar. I found this very interesting. I really felt a sense of achievement and pride and thoroughly enjoyed the banter and craic with my fellow comrades. Hank Delaney – participant at Curragh PRIDE Family Resource Centre. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Community Effect Course “Community” is a warm word, especially when prefaced by “Our”. It denotes a sense of belonging, a sense of pride. “Effect” has several meanings – result, influence, actions, reaction. It can be both positive and neg10 in depth, reinforced through role play and possible solutions / improvements suggested. At the Taster Night, 9 weeks seemed a long stretch of time, a lot of effort and huge commitment but when we were awarded our Certificates on the final night, the occasion was tinged with sadness. We all agreed we would miss coming to the course. Each and every one of us enjoyed it. We were motivated, energised and more aware of the needs and problems in our area. It was Top Class! We thank: Susan Cullinane, Denise Croke, and Deirdre Gallagher, the captain of our ship, as we travelled our uplifting, enriching, rewarding voyage of discovery, throughout our “Community Effect Course”. Margaret Kane - Chairperson, Timahoe Active Age Group ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– ative. Kildare and West Wicklow Education and Training Board merged both words and based a 10 week course on their combined meanings. The results were inspirational! On a bitterly cold February night, members of Timahoe Active Age Group braved the weather to meet with facilitator, Deirdre Gallagher, for a “Taster Night” – an overview of the “Community Effect” course. Ten of our members committed to attend. Deirdre’s unique teaching methods guided us towards a deeper understanding of ourselves, our potential, our individual strengths and how we can use our talents to improve our own group and our community. Her mentoring strategies were thought-provoking and informative. As the weeks progressed, issues raised shaped the content of the course, so the content was tailored to suit our unique community. Using a spiral approach, we built and expanded on the learning of previous weeks, covering a wide range of relevant topics – local, national and global – discrimination, exclusion, isolation, financial concerns, safety and security. These were discussed Community Flower Arranging EVE Harvest Centre organised a 6 week community based Flower Arranging course which was held in the lovely Teach Bride in Kildare Town. Participants on the course included members of the Eve 11 community groups so it makes sense to make the best application possible. The following are some tips drawn from several sources with some resources at the end for further reading. If your group needs help with a funding application please contact us. 1 Forget about the money! (At least initially…) First be clear about what need you have identified and what outcome you want to achieve. 2 Do your research thoroughly… Read the guidelines carefully. Find out what kinds of projects this funder has funded in the past and look at their website. If they encourage personal contact a phone call can clarify whether your idea has a chance of being approved, saving time in preparing an application that has little chance of success. 3 Remember – �People give to people…’ It is important to build a relationship with the funder. Is it possible to have a meeting to discuss the application? Acknowledge the funder in any printed material. Report back on how Top Tips for Writing the funding was used and keep them Funding Applications up to date on the work of your group. There is a lot of competition for the 4 Build your credibility funding that is available to support One of the main reasons applications Harvest Centre as well as members from the wider community. The course was a great success for all. Whilst all the participants were a little nervous starting the course, they soon became very comfortable and developed a great rapport amongst themselves and the tutor. They explained that there was a lot of sharing of flowers and branches, teamwork – helping one another to make beautiful arrangements, with lots to learn in a lovely relaxed atmosphere. The highlight for the group was designing and arranging planters for the recently opened Teach Tearmain in Kildare Town. Along with the tutor they presented the planters to the Teach Tearmain team. The group were given a tour of this new facility for which they were very grateful. Participants said that it was a wonderful experience to be part of a project that involved doing something for another Community Group and wish the team in Teach Tearmain every success for the future. ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 12 aren’t as strong as they might be. Then work on putting them right. 9 Let your Uncle Tony read it… When you are satisfied with your draft application, let someone not involved in your group read it. You may find that some of the phrases and concepts you take as being fully understandable aren’t in fact that clear and fix any typos. are funded is that the funders are convinced that the group is organised, has a good track record and is an appropriate organisation to carry out the proposed project. Give a clear description of the aims of your group. 5 Clearly define the need you are seeking to meet Explain the need in clear convincing terms and outline how you propose to address it. Support with statistical evidence and your groups successes in similar projects in the past. Show how your project meets the funder’s objectives. Include how you will evaluate the project. 6 Avoid jargon and waffle! Say what you need to but keep it as short as possible. Where there isn’t a form to fill in, use a logical structure - move from the general to the specific and avoid repetition. 7 Spend some time on the budget Show value for money but be realistic. Use appropriate hourly rates; get quotes from suppliers or venues in the case of rent. Make sure your budget adds up. 8 - Ask yourself, �Why wouldn’t they fund this? Circulate a copy of the application to other group members and discuss any aspects of the application which For further information: www.wheel.ie www.fundraising.ie www.trainingpeopleni.com www.fundingcentre.com.au ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Mindfulness for Men I found this six week introductory course an opportunity to learn about the broad principles of mindfulness and satisfy my curiosity if there was something in it for me. Confined to men, this had the advantage of providing a mutually supportive forum of like-minded participants, yet each person came with unique challenges and different life experiences Our facilitator, Joanna, provided a relaxing atmosphere with lighted candle and use of essential oils. She 13 Carbury Community Ladies Group encouraged everyone to speak about personal feelings within an environment of solidarity and confidentiality. I felt the interaction within the group on the whole was good with feelings and opinions voiced on the issues raised. She empowered us to deal with life’s challenges in a proactive way without judgement, with the emphasis on a positive response rather than reacting emotionally. The key to mindfulness meditation was the “exercises” and in particular the abdominal breathing to gain a sense of personal awareness and focus in the present. Another important dimension, it doesn’t have to be time consuming, but can be incorporated into one’s daily activities. It’s not a panacea for the stresses of life, yet it is a practical tool to use in a very personal way. Much depends on how much one puts into it. This “introductory” course was an invitation to read more depending on each person’s interest, circumstances and motivation. Let’s not forget the tea break, which was very welcome and appreciated. It provided an additional opportunity to get to know each other some more by mixing socially. Liam Power - participant. Carbury Community Ladies Group have just completed a 17 hour First Aid course, thanks to KWETB for funding this. The course was delivered to us by Bernie Miggin helped by Derick O’ Brien in a very knowledgeable and in-depth manner that was understood by all. Their knowledge and teaching ability was second to none. As a group we helped and encouraged each other. We learned step by step what action to take in an emergency and in the proper order. We now know why all the questions are asked when you ring an emergency number. Knowledge is a wonderful tool. This course is probably if not the most important course you will ever do. It covers: Burns, Choking, Seizures, Strokes and Heart attacks to mention but a few. Our group recommends that this course be made available to all groups big and small. It benefits all ages from infants to senior citizens. Just because you do the course doesn’t mean you have to use it but wouldn’t it be nice to be able to help someone someday if the need arises? Liz. Malone - Chairperson Carbury Community Ladies Group 14 Computers in Castledermot and off the computer to using the internet, email, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and using tablets and ipods. They learnt how to do many tasks on-line such as taxing the car and texting. As one participant said “the course has given me greater belief in myself – that I �can do’ and now nothing is impossible”. The group were delighted to run the course in Teach Diarmada with its comfortable facilities and friendly team of workers. In this spacious, bright, inviting venue they plan to organise a creative course in autumn with the idea of bringing older and younger members of the community together through a creative project. Castledermot Young at Heart Group organised a Beginners Computer Course in the newly renovated Teach Diarmada in Castledermot. The group consisted of members of the Young at Heart Group and members of the wider community. Everyone gelled really well from the start and whilst many felt quite daunted by the prospect of even touching the computer, the tutor soon had them relaxed and stress-free. They covered everything they wished for on the course from the very basics of properly turning on Enrolment Information Course Details Courses will only go ahead if there are enough participants. Start Dates Please note when your class starts, as no reminders will be sent. Fees Waivers Must be paid in full on enrolment & are non-refundable except where a course is cancelled. The reduced fee is available if you are in receipt of a social welfare or health board payment. Please bring evidence of your payment to enrolment. Only ONE fee reduction per person is possible. Please contact us if you have any questions. Special If fees, childcare etc, are a barrier to you joining a Circumstance course, please call Susan in confidence on 045 881863. 15 Kildare and Wicklow Education and Training Board KILDARE CONTACTS Executive Officer Sean Ashe 045-988000 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Adult Education Officer Catherine Byrne 0404-60500 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Guidance & Counselling Service Angela Doherty 045-448512 ADULT BASIC EDUCATION Provides classes for adults who wish to improve their reading, writing, spelling, maths and basic computers. Learners can work on a one to one basis or in small groups. North Kildare Mary Faughnan 01-6246528 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Mid Kildare 045-866314 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– South Kildare Imelda Carroll 045-522003 BACK TO EDUCATION INITIATIVE (BTEI) Provides part-time educational opportunities for young people and adults. Courses are accredited and free to those in receipt of a social welfare payment or with less than Leaving Certificate standard of education. Contact the Adult Basic Education Co-ordinator in each region for more information (see above) VOCATIONAL TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES SCHEME (VTOS) Is a second chance education and training programme that provide courses up to two years duration for unemployed people. 01-6246420 North Kildare ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 045-434297 Mid Kildare ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– 059-8632044 South Kildare YOUTHREACH Is a programme for young people aged 16-20 who have left school early. North Kildare Lorraine O’Sullivan 01-6244084 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– Mid Kildare Jonathan McNab 045-888938 ––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––––– South Kildare Ellie Reddy 059-8638412 For more details see www.kwetb.ie 16
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