More than €3m allocated for schools in the north west
Primary and post-primary schools throughout Sligo, Leitrim and Donegal will share in an allocation of more than €3m before Christmas for the support of information and communications technology. Sligo primary schools will receive €426,783 with post primary schools in the county getting almost €327,000. More than €209,000 will go to…
Cosgrove supports idea for extended Christmas break
Primary and secondary school students in the counties of Donegal, Sligo and Leitrim could be set for an extended Christmas break. It’s being speculated this morning that the Education Minister’s being urged to consider extending school holidays this Christmas. The Labour Party says it’s needed due to the…
Hand Sanitiser recalled over medical concerns
A hand sanitiser widely used in schools has been recalled after it’s been proven to cause skin issues, headaches and respiratory issues. Tests were carried out by the Department of Agriculture which shows Viropro Hand Sanitiser doesn’t comply with regulations around the products products. In a statement, it says prolonged…
Preventing Covid: Lack of space a challenge in some north west primary schools
Lack of space has been one of the main challenges for primary schools as they welcome pupils back after more than five months. Adhering to Covid-19 requirements also necessitated major works for schools to ensure they comply with measures to prevent the spread of the virus. Vincent Duffy is the…
Motorists urged to drive carefully near schools
Gardai are urging motorists to slow down when driving near schools. They also say that roads are becoming busier with school buses, school-bound vehicles and pedestrians. Gardai are also advising people going to schools to leave a little extra time for the journey as delays may be expected, particularly where…
Swimming lessons should be mandatory for Schools in the NW
“3,000 people have lost their lives through drowning over the past decade.” That’s according to former green party local election candidate, Leslie O’Hora who is calling for free and mandatory swimming lessons across the North West. Research by Ireland’s Childhood Mortality Register suggests that drowning occurs more commonly with young…
Minister leads new initiative to keep small schools open
A new initiative to strengthen small schools ahead of an expected fall in primary pupil numbers is being headed up by the Minister of Education and Donegal TD Joe McHugh and the Rural Development Minister, Michael Ring. The new is initiative is seeking ideas on how best to sustain small…