We were delighted to be recognised as a Health Promoting School this week. A Health Promoting School is “a school that constantly strengthens its capacity as a healthy setting for living, learning and working”.

At Togher N.S.

• Everyone in the school setting is valued.
• Self-esteem is fostered.
• Fairness and tolerance are evident.
• People experiencing difficulties are supported.
• Communication is open and transparent.
•  Effort is recognised.
•  Uniqueness and difference are respected.
•  Conflict is handled constructively.
•  Initiative and creativity are encouraged.
•  Social, moral and civic values are promoted.
•  Students’ emotional, psychological and physical well-being is promoted.

Caroline Fagan from the H.S.E. visited the school on Friday to talk to the children about the importance of good health and to present the Health Promoting School Flag and Banner. Find out more about Health Promoting Schools here.