News - Norma Foley
Cabinet approves deferral of Leaving Cert exams taken in 5th year
Education Minister Norma Foley denies the idea is fully off the table.
Feb 28, 2023 16:19
Minister for Education to visit Longford tomorrow
The Minister will visit Melview NS, St Mel's College, Templemichael College, and Mean Scoil Mhuire.
Nov 15, 2022 13:41
Education Minister to visit four Longford schools today
The Kerry TD will be in the county just after 9am.
May 18, 2022 08:17
'Disgrace' Minister critcised for refusal to meet Athlone council
The planned building of up to 2,000 new homes in Athlone over the next decade will lead to a big population rise
Apr 6, 2022 10:18
Local students condemn 2022 Leaving Cert decision
The Irish Second Level Students Union says the decision not to have a calculated grades option is a "failure".
Feb 1, 2022 13:09
Early school closures ruled out ahead of Christmas
There are no plans to close this Friday.
Dec 14, 2021 17:56
New building for St Teresa's special school in Ballinasloe
The school has been allocated a new four-acre site close to its current location.
Nov 12, 2021 17:08
Covid vaccines approved for use in 12 to 15 year olds
Parents with concerns or questions are being urged to read up on current NIAC advice
Jul 27, 2021 18:06
Minister Norma Foley says lockdown 'traumatic' experience for children's with special needs
The Education Minister says lockdown has been a traumatic experience for children with special needs. Children and parents have been left disappointed for a second
Jan 20, 2021 13:56
Education Minister apologises over mistake in Leaving Cert Grades system
The Education Minister has apologised for a mistake in the Leaving Cert system that will impact the grades of 6,500 students. A mistake in
Sep 30, 2020 17:39
Education Minister says no shortage of teachers to fill gaps in Covid-19 school plan
The Education Minister has said there's no shortage of available primary school teachers to utilise as part of the plan to re-open schools.
Jul 28, 2020 08:17Shannonside Newsletter
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