O’Cuanachain Judgement - The Implications The O’Cuanachain case is of huge significance to all people with any disability not just those with autism spectrum disorders. The implications of the Justice Peart’s conclusions delivered on the 23rd March 2007 are becoming clear. Read on 27th April, 2007 - O’Cuanachain Case - Final Judgment Postponed The Barnacoyle Parents Group, of which the O Chuanacháin’s are members, is frustrated by the postponement of the final judgment in this extremely important case. The reasons for this decision were to be given on the 27th April, 2007. Read on 27th April, 2007 - IAA Hold Protest March in Dublin. In response to the continued inaction of the Department of Education on the issue of funding and recognition for ABA schools Irish Autism Action held a protest march on Friday 27th April. Participants marched to Leinster House to highlight the plight of children and adults with special needs. Read on Why Save Barnacoyle? Barnacoyle is critical to the well being of a number of children that attend the school. It must be saved. Read on What Is Barnacoyle? In February 2004 St. Catherine's Special School for students with Autism was set up at Barnacoyle, Co Wicklow. Read on Who's Involved? There are children, parents, teachers, family and friends but it's the State and Politicians we are focusing on. Read on Barnacoyle Parents Group – Fact Sheet Here's some facts to help you quickly understand the background to what's going on. Read on How Can You help? You can 'sign' our online petition, contact your local TD, contact the Department of Education and Science... Read on Special Thanks The parents committee would like to acknowledge a everyone's support during this difficult time. Read on Sign The Petition We're looking for your support by entering your details and 'signing' our online petition. Read on Protest Outside The Dail - Gallery Here's some photo's from the successful protest we had outside the Dail. Thanks to all the parents, friends, supporters, politicians and media that came along! Read on What's Planned 18 May 2007 - Protest March in Dublin The final judgement is to be delivered in the O’Cuanachain Case. To highlight the continued lack of services for children with autism and other special needs Irish Autism Action will hold a protest march from the Four Courts to the Department of Education at Marlborough Street in Dublin. Everyone is welcome to join in and show support. Full Report What's Been Happening Friday 8th December 2006 The Keith Duffy Masquerade Ball 2006 was held in the Royal Hospital Kilmainham in support of the IAA. A great time was had by all, thanks to everyone who supported the event. Full Report Monday 23rd October 2006 Wicklow Lions Club make donation to Barnacoyle. Barnacoyle School and St. Catherine’s received a cash boost last week when they received a substantial donation. Full Report Friday 1st September 2006 The children return to Barnacoyle. St Catherine’s has committed to provide a service but SENO/NCSE has refused to fund six children. Full Report Monday 28th August 2006 The SENO has written to the parents of the proposed primary class pupils suggesting potential places for the children, but refuses to use the same funding to provide placements for the children in Barnacoyle. Full Report Thursday 3rd August 2006 The parents of the six children for the proposed primary class are distraught following meetings with the local Special Education Needs Organiser (SENO). The SENO has advised parents that he has no alternative placements to offer the children anywhere in Co Wicklow. Full Report Thursday 27th July 2006 A member of the parents committee is advised by telephone by the National Council for Special Education that the Department of Education has instructed that a primary class at Barnacoyle will not be sanctioned. Full Report