Policy
The policy of education in Presentation schools is derived from the life of love and mercy of Jesus Christ as revealed in the Gospel. In particular it is derived from the life of dedication to Education in the spirit of the Gospel and the ideals of Nano Nagle, Foundress of the Congregation.
Who Is Nano Nagle?
Nano (full name Honora) Nagle was born in Ballygriffin, County Cork, Ireland in 1718. This was the period in Irish history when the English had imposed the oppressive Penal Laws, which severely limited the Irish people. The Irish were denied access economically, politically, socially, and educationally to the rights and means that would have raised them from the imposed poverty and oppression. It was a crime of treason (punishable by death) to educate the Irish and it was forbidden to practice the Roman Catholic faith.
Such an Education encompasses the development of a growing consciousness of human dignity and the right of every person. This enables people to live in fellowship and mutual helpfulness. Our concern is for all God's people within the local community where the school is situated, especially for those of the Christian faith and those deprived in any way.
Education also induces the development of knowledge and skill enabling a person to be a loyal citizen, peaceful and just in this world. In this way, God's plan for His World may be realized and humankind may attain eternal life in God.
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