Student voice is essential to everything we do in PDLSB and students have the chance to share their voice and build leadership skills in many ways...
The Student Council
A Student Council is a representative structure for students only, through which they can become involved in the affairs of the school, working in partnership with school management, staff, and parents for the benefit of the school and its students. The Council provides a forum for students to express their views on matters of concern to them. It enables them to acquire valuable organisational, and communication skills that will benefit them in later life.
Our student council here in PDLSB consist of representatives from each year and meet regular to share their classmates concerns with management as well as fundraising for local charities, organising the school Christmas talent show, attending leadership training and much more.
Our 24-25 Student council member visiting Leinster House
Meitheal Leaders
The Meitheal Programme is a leadership programme for senior secondary school students. It Is part of the Meitheal Programme run by the Diocese of Kildare and Leighlin. The students are trained to become mentors for incoming students at junior level. It is a programme based on pro-respect between students and enables students to take responsibility for the happiness of others and for the safety and well-being of all who share a school environment.
Our Meitheal leaders for 24-25 are Roisin Collins, Kellie Dermody, Maura Kavanagh, Ella Mc Donald, Ella O'Reilly, Orlaith Healy, Ian Robb, Shane Mc Donald, Daniel Whelan, Evan Nolan
The leaders are assigned to a 1st year class group, where they act as support for any difficulties they may encounter throughout the year. The leaders are there to help the students, whether it be as emotional support or regarding the confusing logistics of navigating secondary school- lockers, timetables and finding the right classrooms can be daunting tasks for any first year! The Meitheal team are, for the first years, a group of familiar faces that can make their new school seem more welcoming and less frightening.
Pope John Paul II Awards
The Pope John Paul II Award, established in honor of the late Pope John Paul II, celebrates his unwavering faith in young people. Open to individuals aged 16 to 18, the Award is a non-competitive, inclusive, flexible, and voluntary faith achievement recognition. It encourages active participation within the Church, community, and society, fostering a deeper understanding of the Catholic Church’s teachings and its global impact.
This initiative aims to make young people more visible within their church, community, and society. By engaging in school, parish, and community activities, participants enhance their spiritual, physical, emotional, and social well-being. Beyond personal growth, participation showcases their dedication to tasks and goals, fostering a sense of accomplishment.