A conference at St Patrick's College, Maynooth, will discuss real and practical ways forward for the teacher and the school. On Saturday, October 18th, between 10 a.m. and 4.15 p.m., speakers will address issues such as stress, teaching strategies to help improve the teaching and learning environment, changing social realities and discipline. The conference is being run by the Irish Association of Pastoral Care in Education. For information contact IAPCE at (01) 833 5111.