New Ross Educate Together
National School

The Role of the Board of Management 

Boards of Management of primary schools are appointed for a four-year term. The term of the current Board is 2023-2027

If you are interested in volunteering as part of our board of management please contact Therese at principal@newrossetns.ie.
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The current Board of Management of New Ross Educate Together is comprised of the Chairperson, the Principal, a Teacher Nominee, Parent Nominees, Patron Nominees and Community Representatives.

The Board manages the school on behalf of the Patron and is accountable to the Patron and the Minister. The Board must uphold the characteristic spirit (ethos) of the school and is accountable to the Patron for so doing. The Principal is responsible for the day-to-day management of the school, including the guidance and direction of the teachers and other staff of the school, and is accountable to the Board for that management.