Association of Secondary Teachers, Ireland
@astiunion.bsky.social
The ASTI is Ireland's main second-level teachers’ union, representing over 20,200 members.
Are you thinking of applying for an API or APII post in 2026?
Do not miss this invaluable School Leadership Training we are holding in Dublin in January. There will be a focus on interview skills, preparing for the leadership role and more.
Just email [email protected] to sign up.
Do not miss this invaluable School Leadership Training we are holding in Dublin in January. There will be a focus on interview skills, preparing for the leadership role and more.
Just email [email protected] to sign up.
December 22, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Are you thinking of applying for an API or APII post in 2026?
Do not miss this invaluable School Leadership Training we are holding in Dublin in January. There will be a focus on interview skills, preparing for the leadership role and more.
Just email [email protected] to sign up.
Do not miss this invaluable School Leadership Training we are holding in Dublin in January. There will be a focus on interview skills, preparing for the leadership role and more.
Just email [email protected] to sign up.
Do you need a forum to discuss the issues that you may face as an LGBTQI+ teacher?
Or, would you like to be part of a group which can influence ASTI policy on its LGBTQI+ Members?
Join our LGBTQI+ group: www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
Or, would you like to be part of a group which can influence ASTI policy on its LGBTQI+ Members?
Join our LGBTQI+ group: www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
Important message for our LGBTQI+ members
Please join the ASTI LQBTQI+ Group to be invited to the next meeting.
www.asti.ie
December 19, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Do you need a forum to discuss the issues that you may face as an LGBTQI+ teacher?
Or, would you like to be part of a group which can influence ASTI policy on its LGBTQI+ Members?
Join our LGBTQI+ group: www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
Or, would you like to be part of a group which can influence ASTI policy on its LGBTQI+ Members?
Join our LGBTQI+ group: www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
Members, did you know you can opt to get ASTIR digitally instead of receiving a printed copy?
Just go to the Preferences & Consents page of your MyUnion account to change your choice from 'Printed' to 'Digital'.
Log in to your MyUnion account here: www.asti.ie/my-union/
Just go to the Preferences & Consents page of your MyUnion account to change your choice from 'Printed' to 'Digital'.
Log in to your MyUnion account here: www.asti.ie/my-union/
December 19, 2025 at 11:43 AM
Members, did you know you can opt to get ASTIR digitally instead of receiving a printed copy?
Just go to the Preferences & Consents page of your MyUnion account to change your choice from 'Printed' to 'Digital'.
Log in to your MyUnion account here: www.asti.ie/my-union/
Just go to the Preferences & Consents page of your MyUnion account to change your choice from 'Printed' to 'Digital'.
Log in to your MyUnion account here: www.asti.ie/my-union/
Pádraig Murphy (Honorary National Organiser) met Roisin Lavery and Emer Nugent (School Stewards) and Diarmuid Mullins (Principal) at Crescent College Comprehensive SJ today.
December 18, 2025 at 4:49 PM
Pádraig Murphy (Honorary National Organiser) met Roisin Lavery and Emer Nugent (School Stewards) and Diarmuid Mullins (Principal) at Crescent College Comprehensive SJ today.
ASTI Press Release:
‘Expansion of school guidance counselling services key to tackling drugs use amongst second-level students’ – ASTI to tell Oireachtas Committee
For the full press release please see: www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
‘Expansion of school guidance counselling services key to tackling drugs use amongst second-level students’ – ASTI to tell Oireachtas Committee
For the full press release please see: www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
December 18, 2025 at 9:07 AM
ASTI Press Release:
‘Expansion of school guidance counselling services key to tackling drugs use amongst second-level students’ – ASTI to tell Oireachtas Committee
For the full press release please see: www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
‘Expansion of school guidance counselling services key to tackling drugs use amongst second-level students’ – ASTI to tell Oireachtas Committee
For the full press release please see: www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
Three more wonderful causes we were proud to support this year were Street Children of Bucharest, St. Lawrence High School in Lesotho (for the purchase of a new water pump), and @concernworldwide.bsky.social
December 16, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Three more wonderful causes we were proud to support this year were Street Children of Bucharest, St. Lawrence High School in Lesotho (for the purchase of a new water pump), and @concernworldwide.bsky.social
In March 2025, a devastating 7.7 earthquake struck Myanmar and neighbouring regions.
www.unicef.ie/donate/myanmar-earthquake-appeal/
www.unicef.ie/donate/myanmar-earthquake-appeal/
December 11, 2025 at 10:33 AM
In March 2025, a devastating 7.7 earthquake struck Myanmar and neighbouring regions.
www.unicef.ie/donate/myanmar-earthquake-appeal/
www.unicef.ie/donate/myanmar-earthquake-appeal/
This year, the ASTI was proud to allocate its Development Aid Fund to a number of worthy charities and causes, one of which was The Hope Foundation who received €3000 for their Umeed Project.
December 10, 2025 at 4:22 PM
This year, the ASTI was proud to allocate its Development Aid Fund to a number of worthy charities and causes, one of which was The Hope Foundation who received €3000 for their Umeed Project.
General Secretary Kieran Christie addresses the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Education and Youth about the recruitment and retention of teachers today - read the ASTI press release here:
www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
December 10, 2025 at 1:36 PM
General Secretary Kieran Christie addresses the Oireachtas Joint Committee on Education and Youth about the recruitment and retention of teachers today - read the ASTI press release here:
www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
ASTI Press Release:
‘Teacher shortages a threat to young people’s education’ – ASTI to tell Oireachtas Committee
For full press release please see: www.asti.ie/news-campaigns/latest-news/teacher-shortages-a-threat-to-young-peoples-education--asti-to/
‘Teacher shortages a threat to young people’s education’ – ASTI to tell Oireachtas Committee
For full press release please see: www.asti.ie/news-campaigns/latest-news/teacher-shortages-a-threat-to-young-peoples-education--asti-to/
December 10, 2025 at 9:32 AM
ASTI Press Release:
‘Teacher shortages a threat to young people’s education’ – ASTI to tell Oireachtas Committee
For full press release please see: www.asti.ie/news-campaigns/latest-news/teacher-shortages-a-threat-to-young-peoples-education--asti-to/
‘Teacher shortages a threat to young people’s education’ – ASTI to tell Oireachtas Committee
For full press release please see: www.asti.ie/news-campaigns/latest-news/teacher-shortages-a-threat-to-young-peoples-education--asti-to/
Pictured Pádraig Murphy, ASTI Honorary National Organiser, Alison Duffy Regional Organiser & CEC, Gerada Barry, Chairperson Tipperary Branch & CEC, Paula de Barra,Tipperary Branch Secretary & Lisa Williams in Cashel Community School, Co. Tipperary
December 5, 2025 at 2:27 PM
Pictured Pádraig Murphy, ASTI Honorary National Organiser, Alison Duffy Regional Organiser & CEC, Gerada Barry, Chairperson Tipperary Branch & CEC, Paula de Barra,Tipperary Branch Secretary & Lisa Williams in Cashel Community School, Co. Tipperary
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy, ASTI Honorary National Organiser, Simon Kelliher ASTI Cork North Branch Secretary & CEC, with staff from North Monastery Coeducational Secondary School, Cork City
December 4, 2025 at 2:38 PM
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy, ASTI Honorary National Organiser, Simon Kelliher ASTI Cork North Branch Secretary & CEC, with staff from North Monastery Coeducational Secondary School, Cork City
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy, ASTI Honorary National Organiser with Frank Lombard, Gail O'Carroll, School Steward, Simon Kelliher, Secretary of the ASTI Cork North Branch & CEC, Julianne Harrington & Julie Ryan on a school visit to Coláiste an Chroí Naofa, Carrig na bhFear, Co. Cork.
December 1, 2025 at 12:27 PM
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy, ASTI Honorary National Organiser with Frank Lombard, Gail O'Carroll, School Steward, Simon Kelliher, Secretary of the ASTI Cork North Branch & CEC, Julianne Harrington & Julie Ryan on a school visit to Coláiste an Chroí Naofa, Carrig na bhFear, Co. Cork.
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy Honorary National Organiser, Deirdre Murphy, Cork North Branch Treasurer, Edward Newman, Tricia Murphy, Marie Casey, Simon Kelliher, Cork North Branch Secretary & CEC Member, on a school visit to Christian Brothers College (CBC), Cork
November 28, 2025 at 12:41 PM
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy Honorary National Organiser, Deirdre Murphy, Cork North Branch Treasurer, Edward Newman, Tricia Murphy, Marie Casey, Simon Kelliher, Cork North Branch Secretary & CEC Member, on a school visit to Christian Brothers College (CBC), Cork
Members of the ASTI Salary Protection Scheme - there is a limited number of MyHealthCheck appointments left available before the end of January, so book now to avail of this comprehensive medical assessment!
November 27, 2025 at 4:59 PM
Members of the ASTI Salary Protection Scheme - there is a limited number of MyHealthCheck appointments left available before the end of January, so book now to avail of this comprehensive medical assessment!
Liam O'Sullivan, Lucia Damas Garcia, Creeda Mahon, Pádraig Murphy, Honorary National Organiser on a school visit to Harold's Cross Educate Together Secondary School, Dublin 6.
November 27, 2025 at 4:33 PM
Liam O'Sullivan, Lucia Damas Garcia, Creeda Mahon, Pádraig Murphy, Honorary National Organiser on a school visit to Harold's Cross Educate Together Secondary School, Dublin 6.
HNO Pádraig Murphy, SC Rep for Region 12 Louis Callaghan, Enda Tourish, Colin Deering, Edelle McCrudden, Leona McKenna, Andrew Mayne, VP Richie Bell, Dave Carolan and Regional Organiser Region 12, Pat Deery at a Monaghan Branch Meeting in The Four Seasons Hotel, Monaghan Town.
November 27, 2025 at 9:52 AM
HNO Pádraig Murphy, SC Rep for Region 12 Louis Callaghan, Enda Tourish, Colin Deering, Edelle McCrudden, Leona McKenna, Andrew Mayne, VP Richie Bell, Dave Carolan and Regional Organiser Region 12, Pat Deery at a Monaghan Branch Meeting in The Four Seasons Hotel, Monaghan Town.
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy, Honorary National Organiser with Pauline Queally (Principal), Ola Sofola, Joanne Burke, Nathalie Brady (School Steward), David Cunningham, Carol Cullinane and Eire McQuillan on a school visit to C.B.S. James' Street, Dublin 8
November 25, 2025 at 3:18 PM
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy, Honorary National Organiser with Pauline Queally (Principal), Ola Sofola, Joanne Burke, Nathalie Brady (School Steward), David Cunningham, Carol Cullinane and Eire McQuillan on a school visit to C.B.S. James' Street, Dublin 8
Pictured below Donal Cremin, Immediate Past President, Seán Costello, Richie Bell, Vice President, Ryan Wilson and Pádraig Murphy, Honorary National Organiser at Engineering Technology Teachers Association Conference, at the Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, Co. Galway
November 24, 2025 at 10:05 AM
Pictured below Donal Cremin, Immediate Past President, Seán Costello, Richie Bell, Vice President, Ryan Wilson and Pádraig Murphy, Honorary National Organiser at Engineering Technology Teachers Association Conference, at the Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, Co. Galway
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy, Honorary National Organiser, Richie Bell, Vice President, Seán O'Gorman Chairperson, Engineering Technology Teachers' Association & Donal Cremin, Immediate Past President at the Engineering Technology Teachers Association at the Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, Galway
November 24, 2025 at 9:57 AM
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy, Honorary National Organiser, Richie Bell, Vice President, Seán O'Gorman Chairperson, Engineering Technology Teachers' Association & Donal Cremin, Immediate Past President at the Engineering Technology Teachers Association at the Raheen Woods Hotel, Athenry, Galway
Important message for ASTI Principals and Deputy Principals - Do we have your details?
www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
Important message for Principals and Deputy Principals
Do we have your details? Please contact us to keep us updated.
www.asti.ie
November 19, 2025 at 4:32 PM
Important message for ASTI Principals and Deputy Principals - Do we have your details?
www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
www.asti.ie/news-campaig...
Deputy General Secretary Diarmaid de Paor delivers the final Board of Management training of the year today.
We are holding many other training events, online information sessions and retirement seminars over the coming months - find out more here: www.asti.ie/member-benef...
We are holding many other training events, online information sessions and retirement seminars over the coming months - find out more here: www.asti.ie/member-benef...
November 19, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Deputy General Secretary Diarmaid de Paor delivers the final Board of Management training of the year today.
We are holding many other training events, online information sessions and retirement seminars over the coming months - find out more here: www.asti.ie/member-benef...
We are holding many other training events, online information sessions and retirement seminars over the coming months - find out more here: www.asti.ie/member-benef...
Staff Officers Caroline and Emer were on hand yesterday evening to give an online seminar on teachers' sick leave entitlements and to answer members' questions.
November 19, 2025 at 10:03 AM
Staff Officers Caroline and Emer were on hand yesterday evening to give an online seminar on teachers' sick leave entitlements and to answer members' questions.
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy, ASTI Honorary National Organiser with Aidan Kearney, Paul Ó Lochlainn, Shauna Ní Bhaoil, Emma Gordon and Conall Ó Dufaigh (School Steward) on a school visit to Coláiste Ráithín, Bray, Co. Wicklow
November 18, 2025 at 4:43 PM
Pictured below Pádraig Murphy, ASTI Honorary National Organiser with Aidan Kearney, Paul Ó Lochlainn, Shauna Ní Bhaoil, Emma Gordon and Conall Ó Dufaigh (School Steward) on a school visit to Coláiste Ráithín, Bray, Co. Wicklow
The ASTI Achievement Awards recognise the outstanding contribution teachers make to schools, students and society - read about the 2025 winners in the November issue of ASTIR.
November 18, 2025 at 3:19 PM
The ASTI Achievement Awards recognise the outstanding contribution teachers make to schools, students and society - read about the 2025 winners in the November issue of ASTIR.