News - Education
Longford principal says administration duties are proving impossible
The issue is being discussed at the National Association of Principals and Assistant Principals conference, which is being held in Galway today.
Oct 20, 2022 08:13
New coding for agriculture scheme launched in local schools
According to researchers, farming and technology are becoming increasingly linked.
Oct 18, 2022 11:59
Junior Cert results to be released on November 23rd
It comes following weeks of speculation.
Oct 18, 2022 08:45
Need for reduced class sizes in the Shannonside region says local Union rep
Evidence has shown children learn better in smaller groups, particularly students with additional needs.
Aug 29, 2022 18:06
Leitrim teacher says she's retiring early to avoid burnout
Mairin O' Keefe says a lot of her fellow teachers are taking early retirement
Aug 23, 2022 18:27
School gets approval for works at former Longford printing company
The school has been promised a brand new site off the N4.
Aug 10, 2022 13:51
Calls for increased back to school supports in budget 2023
Inflation and the cost of living is putting many families under severe pressure.
Jul 26, 2022 09:51
Current school Sex Ed programme 'overly naive' according to local activist
The Education Minister says the current relationships and sexuality curriculum in schools is 'outdated'.
Jul 18, 2022 13:54
Local Councillors call for extension of back to school allowance
A letter will now be sent to the Minister for Social Protection.
Jul 18, 2022 13:44
Major upgrade works announced for local primary schools
The three schools have received grants for substantial improvements to onsite classrooms.
Jul 8, 2022 13:59
Longford resource worker says working families struggling badly
The cost of living is leading to people who work for minimum wages not being able to make them cover costs to the end of the week, or month
Jul 6, 2022 16:57
Minister confirms multi-million investment for Longford Schools
It involves the creation of new classrooms.
May 18, 2022 13:31
Over 200 Ukrainian students enrolled in local schools
Leitrim recorded the largest number.
May 16, 2022 14:19
Athlone mother calls for more school places for children with autism
Many are travelling long distances to school.
Apr 13, 2022 13:12Shannonside Newsletter
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