Colaiste Ide has a very active "student social life". These socials are a great way to meet other students. The college promotes all social, cultural and sporting activities.
Students are given the opportunity to develop interpersonal skills through their involvement in various College Activities such as Debating, Public Speaking, Short Story Writing and Fund Raising for Charity. The annual Art and Fashion Exhibition is always a great success.
Colaiste Ide also runs many successful Clubs, Sports Events and Debating/ Public Speaking. The College promotes all social, cultural and sporting activities in which students may wish to participate. These activities are held under the auspices of the CDVEC Sports and Cultural Council (SCC). Activities range from Irish Dancing, Drama, Short story writing, Art Competitions, Public Speaking, Inter-School Quiz, Soccer, Rugby, Athletics, Canoeing, Golf, Boxing, Hill Walking and many others.
Within the college social events are organised on a regular basis through the local SCC and they offer students an opportunity to involve themselves in the social dimension of life at Colaiste Ide. Why not get involved in some of these activities because without your involvement these clubs will not exist. If you would like to set up a club or society talk with your Student Representative council to set the wheels in motion!
These are some of the sports activities in which students are involved:
Many of the courses run in Colaiste Ide involve outings both in Ireland and abroad. These can be very beneficial to you because you get a chance to see the business world in operation and experience so many other aspects of the business or corporate world. In order for these outings to continue with the success they are known it is necessary for you to acknowledge the time given to organisation of such a trip and behave appropriately. For those of you under the age of 18 "Consent Forms" must be signed by parents before taking a trip The college has established links with similar colleges abroad notably in Hungary (Budapest). Such exchange links are funded with the assistance of Leargas the National Youth Exchange Bureau and do provide the opportunity to travel, share knowledge and experiences with students studying similar programmes in other countries
If you hold a valid medical card you are eligible to have FETAC fees refunded. In order to have fees refunded you must present a copy of your medical card and a copy of your student ID to the Examinations Secretary, Ms. Jean FitzGerald. Fees will be refunded in due course.
In compliance with The Education Act 1998 the college provides for the operation of a Student Representative Council. The council consists of representatives elected by the student body from each class group within the college. This body elects its Officers, (Chairperson, Secretary, Treasurer, PRO ) the Officer board also has in addition 4 members from the council. It is elected annually and is an important vehicle in the promotion of college life.
The SRC has, to date, been involved in the organisation of fund raising events for various charities, extra curricular events for students, fun days and other events. It is the mechanism within Colaiste Ide where student issues can be aired and addressed. The Officer Board normally meets with the Principal at least once a month and it must hold a meeting itself on a monthly basis. There is also a student representative elected as a student representative on to the Colaiste Ide Advisory sub committee which manages the college on behalf of the City Of Dublin VEC. The SRC can only be as effective as its members. It is vital that your voice be heard in how the college delivers its services and how those services may be improved. Join the SRC and become involved in the life of the college.
The college has three Guidance/Counsellors in attendance at the college. These are: Ms. Jean FitzGerald, and Ms. Anne Waldin. gThe Guidance teachers are available within college time or by appointment. Their individual times are posted on the Guidance offices and student notice boards. At the commencement of each year the guidance counsellors assigned to each group will meet with each group and outline the times being assigned to that particular group. Counsellors provide support with career choices, personal issues, study support and problem solving. The college has access to the schools Psychological Support Service operated by the CDVEC.
It is the policy of the college to provide an inclusive educational service to those who seek it and as resources permit. The building is disability friendly with two disabled lifts appropriate toilet facilities at all levels of the building. The college is also part of the City of Dublin VEC disability network. As such the college avails of the services of a disability offi cer who can assist students with accessing appropriate learning supports as may be required. These can be physical supports such as assistive technology, transport or personal supports such as care attendants, notetakers or scribes. The Disability Officer will also assist with the integration of disabled students into the life of the college or to provide counselling and support for those with a learning disability.
Leisure-Point Sports Complex is on your doorstep, and for a nominal fee Colaiste Ide students may use the leisure centre. The centre is equipped with state of the art gymnastic equipment, weights and circuit training room, spinning room, aerobics studio, sauna and sun-bed as well as outdoor all-weather pitches and full sports hall. Why not wander up on your halfday and do some exercise or take part in an aerobics class if it coincides with your free time. Student bookings may be made through reception at
the complex or by arrangement with the Manager, John Fox. The centre is open for use from 09.00 until 22.30 Monday-Saturday and on Sunday 10.00 - 22.00. Students are welcome to join as members or on a casual user basis at discounted rates. Four all-weather 7 a-side soccer pitches are also available for use and booking is made through the reception at Leisure-point. For an up-to date list of charges please check with the staff at reception.
Please note that shower and changing facilities adjacent to the Aerobics Studio are for use of Leisure-Point Members only and not for general student use.
