Two brand new subjects announced for the Leaving Cert as part of major overhaul
The arts and a more sustainable future take centre stage. Two new subjects will be added to the Leaving Cert curriculum as part of a major education overhaul. Announced by Minister for Education Norma Foley on Tuesday (29 March), the ‘Equity and Excellence for All’ programme represents a three-pronged approach to reforming the senior cycle […]
4 years ago
Reopening schools without new safety measures “an unacceptable risk” – ASTI
The union is suggesting a delayed and staggered reopening of schools. The Association of Secondary Teachers, Ireland has described the Government’s plans to reopen schools without further safety measures as “an unacceptable risk”. The trade union made the comments in a press release on Monday night (3 January). “The Standing Committee of the ASTI met […]
4 years ago
Schools and third level institutions to remain closed in counties affected by orange or red weather warnings
This includes counties that are scheduled to have their status changed. Schools and third level institutions affected by orange or red weather warnings should remain closed tomorrow in response to risks posed by Storm Barra, according to Government officials. The Department of Education confirmed the move to keep schools closed via a statement on its […]
4 years ago
Government advising schools and third level institutions to close in counties with orange or red weather warnings ahead of Storm Barra
12 counties currently have red or orange weather warnings. The Department of Education has recommended that schools and third level institutions should close in areas with orange or red weather warnings on Tuesday (7 December). The statement comes as Met Éireann predicts coastal flooding and dangerous conditions in the country tomorrow. Head of Forecasting for […]
4 years ago
College students being sent back to school to help alleviate teacher shortages
The scheme involves postgraduates and undergraduate 3rd and 4th years. College students are being made available to support schools facing a shortage of staff due to a lack of available substitutes. The announcement comes following calls from the Irish National Teachers Organisation for an immediate review of the Government’s Covid response plan as cases continue […]
4 years ago
All primary classes will return to school next Monday
Secondary students in fifth year will also return. The Department of Education has confirmed that all primary classes will return to school next Monday. It comes after pupils from junior infants to second class, as well as sixth year students in secondary, began physically attending school again last week on 1 March. The plan at […]
5 years ago