Tuesday 10 January 2017

Tuesday Jan 31st - Celebration for recently retired Principals and Deputy Principals

All R5 members are invited to attend our next NAPD meeting to celebrate with our recent retirees both Principals and Deputy Principals

Date: Tuesday January 31st

Venue: The Parlour, St Kieran's College, Kilkenny

Time: 4pm - Please be advised to arrive early to avoid school traffic congestion!

Presentations to take place from 4pm to 5pm.

Guest Speaker: Dr. David J. Carey

Topic"Staying Alive: Challenges and Opportunities After Retirement"


A lighthearted look at the joys and challenges of retirement following a lifetime in education. Knowing how to fill your life's spirit with joy while at the same time keeping your brain involved in giving the wisdom you have gained through years of hard work is the major task of retirement. Learning how to find continued purpose in life will be a challenge for some and an opportunity to most. 

David J. Carey is a psychologist with over 25 years experience in both clinical and educational settings. Trained in America he has been associated with Don Dinkmeyer, Ph.D, author of over 30 books and the founder of the Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP) which is used throughout the world. Dr. Dinkmeyer was David’s mentor during his doctoral studies. David has also studied with Albert Ellis, Ph.D., one of the pioneers of cognitive-behaviour therapy. During his course of study David was enrolled in the Institute for Rational-Emotive Therapy in New York.

Followed by Dinner for those who wish to attend @ 6pm: Rinnucinni Restaurant, The Parade, Kilkenny (Cost €20-€30 approx)