Data analysis shows more schools reporting on attendance
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The NEWB analysis of school attendance data in primary and post-primary schools, from 2003-04 to 2005-06, was published on December 11. Read more » |
Disadvantage
“Ineffective second level system needs overhaul”
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A survey reveals that 82 per cent of Fine Gael representatives believe radical revision of our second level system is necessary for effective operation. Read more » |
Who will march for the Travellers?
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The Minister’s announcement that places at Senior Traveller Training Centres will be cut “makes easy targets of people who most need education”. Read more » |
Homework clubs face reduced hours
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Youngsters at risk of leaving school early face a reduction in counselling and other support services, due to cuts in the School Completion Programme. Read more » |
Cutback in School Completion Programme censured
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The Government’s proposed 3% cut in its payroll for the School Completion Programme has been described as “ill thought-out and ill-judged”. Read more » |