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Below is a review of the Cumann na mBunscol Strategic Plan. The full review is available for download here.

Theme 1: Reflecting the New Ireland and Including Everybody

Targets achieved

CÃ©im ar Aghaidh to be used as resource to promote GAA
Briefing brochure for schools( newsletter published in October edition of In Touch 2008 )
A pilot programme (in five counties) is currently being run by with Irish Handball Council to develop handball in primary schools
GAA to offer courses to teachers free of charge
Summer Courses to be available in 12 counties in 2009.
Funding available for Cumann na mBunscol coiste from Provincial Councils for teachers to attend summer courses (where a charge applies)

In Process

Go Games model to be adapted to promote participation in schools
Seek an input to Colleges of Education (meetings held with all colleges)
Good practice guidelines for full time coaches being developed in conjunction with G O Maolmhichil (GAA Children`s Welfare officer.)
Rounders Association are currently reviewing coaching resources
Develop a strategy of recruiting female teachers to the work and management of Cumann na mBunscol
Offer Full membership to Britain

Outstanding and Additional Targets

Rounders as Part of PE programme
Recruit ,Inform and Train new male and female teachers in all 4 provinces
Involve parents
Membership for Britain
Recruit from graduate teachers as ambassadors to training colleges for Cumann na mBunscoil.
Provide equipment grant aided and sponsored to all primary schools.
Develop a Charter and communicate same to all teachers. Use INTOUCH. Adopt the PLEASED model for Children. Participation, Learning,Enjoyment,Attitude,Skill,Effort,Development, Include children from all schools and change policy to facilitate this

Theme 2: Making Gaelic Games Happen in Primary Schools

Targets achieved

Leaflet outlining what Cumann na mBunscol does circulated in In Touch
Recognition for Cumann na mBunscol (through tickets, exhibition games,provincial representation etc)
Lobby Government to recognise Gaelic games on curriculum (meeting held)
Coaching Courses held during summer holidays

In Process

Outstanding and extra targets

Update circular to all schools on function of Cumann na mBunscoil. Produce DVD and Powerpoint.
Carry out facilities audit of in house and external . Produce data base and circulate to all schools.
Work with county boards to ensure schoolâs needs are reflected in coaching strategies.
Develop annual coaching template that is Timed, Educational, Resourced and Relevant .
Dedicated notice board in all schools. N.B Allianz.
All new pitches to accommodate cross field under age pitches.
Lobby Govt to recognise significance of role played by C na mB volunteers in enthusing young people.
Monitor content and quality of coaching delivered to schools from the outside to ensure its appropriateness to schools. N.B go Games and Charter.

Theme 3: Working Hand-In-Glove With The Wider GAA

Targets achieved

Primary School slot at national conference
Club/School Link: Information to be circulated in upcoming GAA Club Newsletter and GAA Games Development Newsletter highlighting the importance of the club/school link
Mini Sevens review complete.

Outstanding and Additional Targets

Full use made of County Committee representation on County Boards.Officer turnover,improved links, official slot on agenda.
Each school to identify its Parent Club. Club /School liaison Officer.
Direct support from club/ financial, coaching,facilities.
Club and School to share its branding ie its markeability.
Involve school pupils in projects and events/ open days/ registration etc
School delegate to attend club AGM.
Forge links with local Secondary Schools.
Cumann na mBunscoil involvement in Provincial Coaching and Games initiatives/conferences and promotions.
Continue to develop Mini Sevens concept at club , county, province and national level

Theme 4: Who We Are And What We Do: The Marketing Agenda

Targets Achieved

Each primary school to hold an event to celebrate games (April 24th 2009)
Re-Branding
Guide to Marketing PR seminar Sept 2011. Increase awareness of games , activities and sponsor input

In process

Sponsorship strategy currently under review.
Schools Quality award to be reviewed in 2012.Recognition for ALL
Seek a dedicated Cumann na mBunscol page in all Provincial and National Finals. Cumann na mBunscoil name must be included.
Website redesigned/ county ,provincial and national links.
Annual PR Plan
From Cumann na mBunscol to Croke Park and Beyond in 2012

Outstanding and Additional Targets

PR Plan/ Greatest challenge. Template for each county. Each county to provide a PR Plan.
Sponsorship review at National and Local level. Maximum return for investment in Cumann na mBunscoil brand.
School Mark Scheme/ Excellence Rewarded.
The journey From Cumann na mBunscoil to Croke park. Highlight the historical trip of those who played in Croke Park in Mini games and returned as Adult Players.
Visits from county players. Children to meet and greet county players in county grounds.
2021 will be 50th anniversary. Historical Publication.

Theme 5: The Governance of Cumann na mBunscol

Targets Achieved

In process

Cumann na mBunscol to meet formally once a year (at least) with County Games manager
Each County Coiste to draw up a short development plan

Outstanding and Additional Targets

National Constitution to take Precedence over County Constitution
5 year rule generally accepted/ Good use of new blood and use to be made of retired teachers.
Consensus not to involve Non âPrimary School teachers refer to Involve Parents and Inclusiveness
Template for Governance / minimum requirement of meetings.
Model of good practice for each committee.
Short A4 sheet of 5 year plan to be submitted by each county coiste.
Input to GAA Annual Congress
Each County Coiste to hold meeting with County Board Officers at beginning of each year.