News
January 2011
We have been advised by O2 that they are experiencing technical problems which is resulting in paid webtexts not being delivered. We will keep you updated.
August 2010
Thanks to the Volunteers from IBM-RESO/Johnson Controls
Over the August Holidays Stepping Stones was visited by our new friends at ‘Johnson Controls’ & ‘IBM-RESO’.....
A team of 25 volunteers painted the corridors, replaced broken ceiling tiles, sealed the reception and hall floor, installed a new bathroom unit, fixed the roof on the shed outside, sowed grass in our new garden, built six new vegetable patches, and started us off by planting some vegetables .
They also kindly donated watering cans, gardening tools, and plants, pots and seeds to keep us going.
Along with this they donated two sandwich makers for one of our classrooms, a new camera, and a new flatscreen tv and dvd player.
Our very kind volunteers were delighted with the Thank You cards & posters including pictures of the students enjoying their new gardens.
We would like to say a massive Thank You to all at IBM-RESO & Johnson Controls, and especially Ciara Brennan from the Red Room whose sister Niamh at IBM nominated Stepping Stones for this project.
April 2010
AIB Better Ireland Programme
We would like to say a big thank you to everyone who supported us in the AIB Better Ireland Programme. Stepping Stones was awarded second place and was presented with the cheque at a small reception held in Maynooth Branch. Thank you to AIB also.
February 2010
Here to There Bike Run
Once again the Here to There Team has done great work and following another fundraiser has raised funds to buy new OT equipment for our School. A presentation took place on the 18th of February. A huge thank you to all who took part and supported the run.
AIB Better Ireland Programme
Stepping Stones is one of three shortlisted groups for the Maynooth branch of AIB whereby the branch has €10,000 to donate to children's groups. This is done through a voting process with the group receiving the most votes being awarded €5000, second place €3000 and third place €2000. Details as follows:
Voting takes place between the 15th of February and the 15th of March 2010 and can be done by text or online. To vote by text or to vote online:
Text: MAYNOOTH followed by a space, followed by B to 51303 (standard SMS rates apply).
Online: click on www.betterireland.ie select MAYNOOTH and choose B.
We wish to thank everyone who has supported us in the past and hope that you will support us again.
October 2009
Fundraising event:
A great night of entertainment is being organised for the 7th of November next, so why not come along and enjoy yourself as well as contributing to a really worthy cause. The event is being held in the Liffey Valley House Hotel, Leixlip and starts off with a Wine Reception at 8pm. Entertainment will be provided by the comedy act - The Nuts and will be followed by music from 'Roots and Rye'. Also included will be a selection of finger foods. A raffle and auction will also be held on the night.
Tickets cost €45.00 and can be obtained from Ann Marie at 086-0851451, Margaret 086-3749788 or Deirdre at 086-0848158.
August 2009
Fundraiser for Stepping Stones:
A fundraising event in aid of Stepping Stones is being organised for Thursday the 13th of August next in the Courtyard Hotel, Leixlip at 8.00pm. Music by Faraday and DJ Shane Brilly.
Admission €10 - tickets available on the night or from Stepping Stones school. Contact number: 01-5054398.
June 2009
Stepping Stones partners with Marks and Spencer Navan as part of the Marks and Spencer and IAA fundraising initiative.
The Delightful Miriam O'Callaghan and Grace Owens at the Launch inM&S Grafton Street Yesterday.
Marks & Spencer launches partnership with Irish Autism Action
Marks & Spencer are delighted to announce that Irish Autism Action will be their children’s charity partner in the Republic of Ireland. Throughout the summer, M&S will be selling pins at till points in all of their stores across Ireland in aid of the IAA for just €2.
Jonathan Smith, Head of Ireland, Marks & Spencer, said: “We are delighted to be able to offer our support to Irish Autism Action as our official children’s charity this summer. By simply buying a pin at till points, you can help the charity continue its invaluable work towards helping Irish families and children affected by autism”.
Kevin Whelan, Chief Executive, Irish Autism Action, responded: “It’s fantastic that Marks & Spencer have decided to choose Irish Autism Action as their children’s charity partner. And we are doubly delighted because Miriam O’Callaghan has so generously given of her time to help IAA out today, too.”
New O2 and IAA Affinity Promotion for the
month of June :
For Every Samsung Tocca sold in O2 stores during the month of June, €10 will be donated to IAA local groups and schools. So, if you are thinking about upgrading your phone and are planning on buying a Samsung Tocco, just remember that you will also be helping towards making a difference to the lives of children and adults with Autism.
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Women's Mini-Marathon 2009
A big thank you to everyone who participated in the mini-marathon on behalf of Stepping Stones.
April 2009
Women's Mini-Marathon 2009
If you would like to help raise funds for Stepping Stones and are participating in the Mini-Marathon, please contact us for sponsorship forms/t-shirts. Contact number 01-5054398.
February 2009
Dunboyne Athletic Club (AAI) supports Stepping Stones
The 40th Dunboyne 4 Mile Road Race & Fun Run takes place on Sunday 29th March. We are delighted to announce that Stepping Stones has been nominated the Charity of choice for this year's Road Race & Fun Run. Everyone is welcome to take part. If you would like to get sponsorship for the School, please contact the School or Dunboyne Athletic Club for sponsorship forms.
Dunboyne Athletic Club website
More information to follow.
Help us to win €10,000!
Visit www.lyonscharitygiveaway.ie and find out how to nominate our charity to win €10,000
November 2008
Ladies Luncheon Sunday 30th November 2008
There are still a few tables available for what promises to be a very enjoyable day. If you would like to participate whilst also contributing to this very worthy cause, please contact Keri Doyle 085-7375114 or Louisa Byrne 087-6851332 or alternatively you can phone Stepping Stones School on 01-5054398.
Irish Autism Action and o2 Affinity Plan -Texting extended until January 14th 2009.
YOU & O2 CAN HELP RAISE FUNDS FOR STEPPING STONES UNTIL DEC 2009!
O2 Customers
The Irish Autism Action and o2 Affinity Plan is open to all o2 customers for the month of October and takes just two text messages from you to participate. Simply free-text the key word ‘Autism’ to 50308 and 5% of your o2 yearly spend will go to help support autism services in your community**. It won’t cost you a cent as o2 make the donation.
To ensure that the 5% of your bill is given to Stepping Stones, you will also need to text ‘Autism’ to Stepping Stones on 086 0665088 (standard text charges apply) this lets us know that you have sent the text to o2. We will then pass your number to the IAA Affinity Co-ordinator confirming you have selected Stepping Stones as your chosen charity.
If you are an O2 Business Customer: Text the word 'Autism' to 50308 and you will receive a text message from O2 which will instruct you to get the permission of the account owner/authorised contact in cooperation with the Account Manager. If you’re company is an o2 business customer, why not encourage your company to opt in? Contact Olive for more details...
Two easy steps:
Step 1: Text word ‘Autism’ to 50308
Step 2: Text word ‘Autism’ to 086 0665088 to confirm your participation. (This is very important as otherwise o2 will have no way of knowing that you wish the monies to go to Stepping Stones).
Stepping Stones will then receive a contribution from o2 equivalent to 5%of the standard monthly charge on an individual’s bill, plus 5% of any additional voice and text spend. **This offer excludes data, premium services, international roaming and Directory Enquiries calls. Payments will be made by o2 every 3 months which will be communicated through IAA. Contributions will run until 31st Dec 2009.
Non O2 CustomersIf you are not already an o2 customer and would like to change mobile provider but keep your existing number, please contact Olive at Stepping Stones and she can provide sim cards for ready to go customers, bill payers will need to call to the nearest o2 store. Once you have switched to o2 simply follow the two steps above.
Please encourage members of your family, friends and work colleagues to participate.
Closing Date: 31st October 2008;
Please text ASAP
For more details please contact the school
Ladies Luncheon
A Charity Ladies Luncheon in aid of Stepping Stones School is being organised for Sunday the 30th of November 2008. The Luncheon will be held in the beautiful surroundings of Dunboyne Castle Hotel at 1.00pm.
The function will begin with a champagne reception, followed by a four course meal and a fashion show. There will also be spot prizes, a raffle and auction taking place on the day, muscial entertainment will also be provided. The function will consist of 21 tables, with 12 people at each table. Tickets cost €100 per person.
If you would like to participate in an enjoyable fun-filled day whilst also contributing to a very worthy cause, please contact Keri Doyle 085-7375114 or Louisa Byrne 087-6851332 or alternatively you can phone Stepping Stones School on 01-5054398.
AIB Better Ireland Award
We are delighted to announce that Stepping Stones was one of the winners of the AIB Better Ireland Award receiving a cheque in the amount of €10,000 - a big thank you to everyone who voted for us.
Previous News:
September 2008
Stepping Stones is delighted to support a two day workshop. For the first time in Ireland VBN Training presents:
Dr. MARK L. SUNDBERG, PH.D., BCBA
Designing a Language Curriculum and Intervention Program for Children with Autism using the Verbal Behavior Milestones Assessment and Placement Program (VB-MAPP)
September 22nd & 23rd 2008
Location: Marriott Johnstownhouse, Enfield, Co. Meath
June 2008
AIB Better Ireland Award
€10,000 to be won
Stepping Stones is inthe final stage of the AIB Better Ireland Programme. You can help Stepping Stones WIN the grand prize of € 10,000 by texting;
MaynoothC to 53099
Texts cost 0.60c - Proceeds from each text going to Stepping Stones after admin charges. Voting lines open from 6th May to 6th June 2008.
May 2008
Workshop 4: Managing Problem Behaviours with Children with Autism in School and Home Settings
Stepping Stones are pleased to annouce the next workshop in our ongoing series. This is a two-day workshop, aimed at Teachers, Therapists and Parents. It will take place on Monday 19th & Tuesday 20th of May 2008 in the Glenroyal Hotel, Maynooth, Co. Kildare. The workshop will be conducted by Thomas M. Caffrey, M. Ed., BCBA & Lauren Clark,, M.S. Ed., BCBA. For more information, or to book a place, please contact us.
February 2008
Workshop 3: Developing an Effective ABA Classroom
Stepping Stones are pleased to annouce the next workshop in our ongoing series, entitled Developing an Effective ABA Classroom: assessment, teaching and organisational strategies. This is a two-day workshop, aimed at Teachers & Therapists. It will take place on Monday 25th & Tuesday 26th of Feburary 2008 in the Glenroyal Hotel, Maynooth, Co. Kildare. The workshop will be conducted by Thomas M. Caffrey, M. Ed., BCBA & Lauren Clark,, M.S. Ed., BCBA. For more information, or to book a place, please contact us.
December 2007
Christmas Carol Service
Stepping Stones would like to invite all friends and supporters to join with the Meath Diocesan Choir and children from the school for a Christmas carol service in Kilcloon Church on Friday, 14th December at 7.30pm. Everyone is welcome, and admission is free.
Stepping Stones Charity Christmas cards on sale now
This year's charity Christmas cards, featuring festive artwork by the children, are now on sale from the school. All proceeds go directly to the school, so as always, your support is greatly appreciated. To order yours, please contact us.
October 2007
Stepping Stones Masquerade Ball
Stepping Stones are proud to announce that the 2007 Charity Masquerade Ball will take place in the beautiful setting of the KnightsBrook Hotel in Trim, Co. Meath on Saturday October 20th. This black tie event will feature a champagne reception, dinner, charity auction and music by Elvis and The Way it Was. All proceeds from the evening will go to the school, and we are currently seeking sponsors and supporters for this event. If you would like to make a donation please contact us.
September 2007
ABA Workshop update
Stepping Stones ABA School for Children with Autism is delighted to announce that the first in a series of workshops for teachers, parents, and professionals working with children with autism will take place on Friday September 14th in the Glenroyal Hotel, Maynooth, Co. Kildare. We are now able to offer a reduced fee. For more information on the workshop, please contact us.
