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28,000 people receive back to school allowance locally in three years
With the new school year starting soon, many families are applying for the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance.
Aug 17, 2023 17:10
Leitrim native appointed president of ASTI
Geraldine O'Brien, who's originally from Drumkeerin, began her term as president of the Association of Secondary Teachers in Ireland on Tuesday.
Aug 7, 2023 09:15
Drop in number of local students taught through Irish
The most significant difference was seen in Longford, where student levels in irish schools fell from 176 five years ago to 134 last year.
Jul 21, 2023 14:00
Majority of 13 year olds happy after first year in secondary school
The Report says that of the 6,375 13-year olds interviewed, 73% expect to achieve a university degree.
Jul 10, 2023 09:32
Longford schools record highest levels of absenteeism locally
Nationally, 28% of students were absent for more than 20 days in 2021, a significant increase on the previous year's figure of 17%.
Jun 22, 2023 13:42
Principal raises 'intolerable' conditions at west Roscommon School
The local school caters for close to 280 pupils however it was forced to turn away almost 60 students this year.
Jun 6, 2023 13:21
Free counselling services to be rolled out in Longford and Leitrim schools
The pilot scheme will be operational in seven counties.
May 31, 2023 12:58
Hopes for new Leitrim Democratic School to open in September
The schools allow students to have a voice in running the school, curriculum and activities.
May 25, 2023 13:35
Education Minister expects Leaving Cert results released in August
This year's Leaving Cert will begin on Wednesday June 7.
May 16, 2023 18:21
Athlone teacher calls on Minister to address lack of males in profession
Some University's have launched campaigns to encourage more men to apply for primary teaching courses.
May 15, 2023 14:02
Calls for more men to consider becoming school teachers
Men make up only 20 percent of primary level teachers in Ireland.
May 12, 2023 17:40
900 students have been expelled from school in the past six years
28 students have been expelled from primary schools since September 2020.
May 5, 2023 14:09
Children Ombudsman says wait times are big issue in CAHMS report
The Children's Ombudsman believes the CAHMS report highlighted the need to improve mental health supports for children.
May 5, 2023 08:13
Leitrim councillor urges parents to apply to school transport scheme early
Transport charges have been re-introduced for the next school year but will be capped for families at €125.
Apr 11, 2023 17:18Shannonside Newsletter
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