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Powerscourt Walk
November 27th Was this the first snowfall of winter? A little snow doesn’t deter RTAI walkers! A brave cohort still sallied forth, braving the cold and the elements! Beautiful day at Powerscourt with 12 other hardy walkers. John Tuohy, with … Continue reading
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Christmas Drop In 2024
It’s hard to think that another year has come and gone, but alas, it has and here we are another year older, although this writer must confess to not being any wiser! In any case Season’s Greetings to all members … Continue reading
AGM 2024
The AGM was held in Club na Múinteoirí on Wednesday November 27th. There was a record attendance of 120, in spite of the cold weather. The proceedings, as usual, began with Aifreann na Marbh and the celebrant was the avuncular … Continue reading
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Annual Sliabh Bloom Walk
The annual walk on Sliabh Bloom took place yesterday in glorious sunshine. Once again, many thanks to Carmel and Matt Dempsey for their amazing hospitality and generosity. Thanks also to the members who provided such great entertainment. It was a … Continue reading
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Branch Activities
The branch organises many monthly activities for members. The most popular are our walks, cycles, Pilates, book clubs and the monthly “Drop In” There are two walks and two cycles organised each month. If you would like to participate, please … Continue reading
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Procedures to be adopted on the death of a retired teacher
Unfortunately, we have all reached that stage in life where we can no longer be assured of either health, wealth or happiness! It is important to be aware of what you need to do in the event of the death … Continue reading
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Teachers’ Golfing Society Centenary Year, 2024
The Teachers’ Golfing Society was set up in the Teachers’ Club in May 1924. This is their Centenary year, and this is a brief history of the society. A group of 24 members, ladies and gentlemen were enrolled in 1924 and … Continue reading
Teaching After Retirement
Working as a Substitute/Fixed Term Teacher after retirement Retired teachers may be employed as substitute teachers where no qualified serving teachers are available to a school. The position is outlined in DES Circular 31/2011: “The purpose of this circular is … Continue reading
Social Welfare Entitlements
The following allowances are available to members. Household Benefits package The Household Benefits package is a package of 2 allowances which help with the running of a household. The package is available to everyone over age 70 (and to people under age … Continue reading