| Image | Date | Headline | News Story | Link |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 01/11/2024 | Mayo School Campaigns in Dáil | Mayo Educate Together school to take campaign to Dáil Éireann | Read Article |
 | 31/10/2024 | Catholic Schools Avoid SPHE | Catholic schools advised to not make use of SPHE textbooks | Read Article |
 | 31/10/2024 | Taoiseach on School Violence | ‘Harrowing viewing’: Taoiseach makes statement after survivors of violence in Irish schools speak out : Irish Taoiseach Simon Harris considers expanding the clerical sex abuse inquiry to include historic corporal punishment in schools after the RTÉ documentary highlighted survivors' traumatic experiences. | Read Article |
 | 31/10/2024 | Pizza vs. Nuggets: Democracy Wins | In this school’s election, it’s pizza vs. chicken nuggets, with democracy as the winner : Students at an Arizona tribal school vote between pizza and chicken nuggets to learn democracy, fostering civic engagement and understanding the importance of their voices. | Read Article |
 | 01/11/2024 | **Teacher Beats Student** | A teacher beat me black and blue because I didn't know what a noun was' : A teacher exposes widespread physical and sexual abuse in Ireland’s religious schools, revealing thousands of allegations, Church cover-ups, and lasting trauma for victims. | Read Article |
 | 01/11/2024 | Irish Gov Funds Youth | 10 youth climate projects to get share of almost €500,000 from Irish government : The Irish Government is awarding nearly €500,000 to ten youth groups for climate justice projects, empowering young people to address climate change initiatives. | Read Article |
 | 31/10/2024 | **Masked Gunman Threatens School** | Chilling moment masked ‘gunman’ stalks primary school sparking mass shooting fears – with teachers & kids in lockdown : In 2022, Ryan Brick approached a North Wales primary school masked with fake guns, causing mass shooting fears. He was arrested and given a suspended sentence. | Read Article |
 | 31/10/2024 | Snack Election: Democracy Wins | In this school’s election, it’s pizza vs. chicken nuggets, with democracy as the winner : Students at an Arizona tribal school vote between pizza and chicken nuggets to learn democracy, fostering civic engagement and understanding the importance of their voices in the community. | Read Article |
 | 30/10/2024 | **Secondary Pupils Question Gaelic** | Pupils get to secondary and think 'Why am I learning Gaelic?' : Gaelic Medium Education in Scotland faces a 60% drop from primary to secondary due to poor promotion of Gaelic’s value, student uncertainty, and limited career perceptions, according to experts. | Read Article |
 | 02/11/2024 | **Galway Schools Achieve Gaeltacht** | Galway delight on achieving official recognition as Gaeltacht Schools : Galway schools officially recognized as Gaeltacht Schools through the Recognition Scheme, receiving support to enhance Irish language education. Minister Norma Foley congratulated all achievers. | Read Article |
 | 03/11/2024 | Tusla Chief: No Referrals | No referrals over Kyran's school attendance - Tusla chief : Tusla’s chief executive confirmed no concerns were reported about Kyran Durnin’s school attendance from 2022-2024. An ongoing murder investigation into his disappearance continues. | Read Article |
 | 04/11/2024 | **Irish Education Declines** | Our Government aspires to boost education through Irish - yet student numbers have fallen for the first time in 50 years : Despite government efforts to promote Irish-medium education, student numbers have declined for the first time in 50 years. Experts recommend increasing schools and allowing parental choice to boost enrollment. | Read Article |
 | 06/11/2024 | €75K Education Settlement | €75,000 settlement over failure to provide suspended boy with special schooling for three years : The High Court approved a €75,000 settlement plus costs for a young man with special needs after authorities allegedly failed to provide his specialized education for three years. | Read Article |
 | 07/11/2024 | Australia Limits Under-16 Social Media | Australia plans social media ban for under-16s : Australia will legislate a ban on social media for under-16s to protect children's online safety. Critics argue it may be ineffective, advocating for stricter platform regulations instead. | Read Article |
 | 07/11/2024 | Foley Denies Misleading Dáil | Foley denies misleading Dáil over encounter with phone pouch company executive | Read Article |
 | 07/11/2024 | Foley Misleads Dáil | ‘No question’ of Norma Foley misleading Dáil over encounter with phone pouch company exec – minister’s department | Read Article |
 | 07/11/2024 | Irish Learning Declines | Learning outcomes slide for Irish pupils, report finds : Irish pupils' learning outcomes in maths and reading have declined, according to a UNESCO report. Overburdened principals lack the capacity to effectively lead teaching, reflecting global educational stagnation. | Read Article |
 | 08/11/2024 | Robots Aid School Reopening | The robots helping children go back to school : Wirral Council employs AV1 robots to support children with emotional needs, enhancing school attendance by 21% and lesson engagement by 42%. The robots facilitate emotional expression and gradual reintegration. | Read Article |
 | 09/11/2024 | Parents' Charity Stripped | National school parents’ group stripped of charity status after rows over state finance and representation : The National Parents Council Post Primary lost its charitable status and €250,000 annual funding after governance and financial misconduct issues, leading to its dissolution amid disputes with Education Minister Norma Foley. | Read Article |
 | 10/11/2024 | Fine Gael Rejects Ryanair | Fine Gael distances itself from Ryanair boss’s ‘derisory’ remarks about teachers : Fine Gael condemns Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary’s derogatory remarks about teachers during a campaign event, leading to widespread political and public criticism. | Read Article |
 | 10/11/2024 | **Taoiseach Rebukes O’Leary** | Taoiseach responds to Michael O’Leary ‘offensive’ teacher remarks at campaign event : Ryanair CEO Michael O’Leary criticized teachers at a campaign event, sparking condemnation from Taoiseach Simon Harris and other politicians who defended educators' essential role. | Read Article |
 | 10/11/2024 | **Flu Absences, Vaccine Low** | Flu is leading to school absences but uptake of vaccine low : Over half of Irish parents report school absences for children due to flu, with vaccine hesitancy rising to 53% mainly because of time constraints. | Read Article |
 | 11/11/2024 | Candidates Address Education Issues | Election candidates face lesson on key education issues | Read Article |
 | 11/11/2024 | Teachers Dominate Dáil | ‘Too many teachers in the Dáil’: Are they the most represented profession in the chamber? | Read Article |
 | 14/11/2024 | Teacher Bashing Shields Governments | Opinion: 'Teacher bashing' is a global phenomenon, absolving governments of their failed policies : Dr. Alan Gorman argues that global "teacher bashing" shifts blame from systemic education failures, undermines teacher morale, and hinders necessary reforms, benefiting political agendas. | Read Article |
 | 14/11/2024 | 4,600 Irish Teachers Abroad | More than 4,600 Irish teachers working abroad as schools at home struggle with staff shortages - study : Over 4,600 Irish teachers are working abroad amid severe domestic school staff shortages, especially in Dublin, prompting calls for incentives to retain and return educators. | Read Article |
 | 15/11/2024 | Teacher Shortage Funding | Calls for infrastructure fund to address teacher shortage : Irish primary principals advocate for an infrastructure fund to provide housing for teachers in urban areas. They attribute the teacher shortage, with over 4,600 abroad, to the ongoing housing crisis. | Read Article |
 | 16/11/2024 | Cork Schools Funding Woes | We have to go cap in hand to our parents association': Cork primary schools on funding woes : Cork primary schools struggle with funding as high utility bills consume capitation grants, leaving no money for educational resources. Principals must rely on parent fundraising due to insufficient government support. | Read Article |
 | 20/11/2024 | Minister Bombarded Over Plan | Education minister bombarded with emails from public over €9m phone-pouch plan | Read Article |
 | 20/11/2024 | Foley Calls Shortage 'Opportunity' | Norma Foley’s description of teacher shortage crisis as an ‘opportunity’ another tone deaf insult of teachers - Sorca Clarke | Read Article |
 | 21/11/2024 | Foley Defends Shortage Comments | Norma Foley defends teacher shortage 'opportunity' comments called 'disgraceful' by Mary Lou McDonald | Read Article |
 | 22/11/2024 | Parnell Square Trauma Endures | ‘The trauma is still very real’ – Parnell Square school students still in counselling after attack, reveals principal : A year after the Parnell Square school attack, many students and staff are still receiving counselling. Three children and a care worker were injured. | Read Article |
 | 25/11/2024 | Special Schools Await Therapies | Special schools still waiting for promised therapies : Five Irish special schools have not received promised in-school occupational and speech therapies over three months after announcement. Delays stem from recruitment issues, causing parent and school frustration. | Read Article |
 | 25/11/2024 | School Embraces Risky Play | ‘Parents were apprehensive’: the school where ‘risky’ play is on the timetable : Slane National School in Co Meath integrates risky outdoor play, such as tree climbing and scooter downhilling, to build students’ resilience and confidence, overcoming initial parental concerns. | Read Article |
 | 27/11/2024 | Forced Mainstreaming Harms | ‘Serious implications for vulnerable students’ - pupils with learning disabilities are ‘being forced into mainstream schools’ : New policy pressures mild special schools to integrate students with learning disabilities into mainstream settings, sparking concerns about capacity and adequate support for vulnerable learners. | Read Article |
 | 28/11/2024 | Australia Bans Social Media | Australia passes world-first social media ban for under-16s : Australia enacts the first global law banning social media for under-16s from late 2025, imposing fines on platforms that fail to enforce age restrictions to safeguard youth mental health. | Read Article |
 | 02/12/2024 | Teachers Quitting Over Workload | Wellbeing and workload concerns driving teachers to consider quitting : A DfE survey reveals one-third of teachers and leaders are considering leaving the profession within a year due to high workload, stress, and poor wellbeing. | Read Article |
 | 02/12/2024 | Disinformation Hinders Campaign | Norma Foley says disinformation made for difficult election campaign | Read Article |
 | 03/12/2024 | Next Education Minister | Who might be the next Minister for Education? : Simon Lewis examines likely Fianna Fáil and Fine Gael candidates for Ireland’s next Minister for Education, highlighting Patrick O’Donovan and Norma Foley as top contenders. | Read Article |
 | 04/12/2024 | Ireland Top Math Performers | Pupils in Ireland among top maths performers in Europe, global study finds : Ireland ranks seventh in secondary maths and tenth in science among 64 countries in the 2023 TIMSS study, excelling in Europe but facing a significant gender performance gap. | Read Article |
 | 02/12/2024 | Migrants Day Learning Resources | Dec. 18th Is International Migrants Day – Here Are Teaching & Learning Resources : Larry Ferlazzo highlights the UN-declared International Migrants Day on December 18th, offering educators various teaching and learning resources on migration and supporting immigrant students. | Read Article |
 | 04/12/2024 | AI Enhances Festival Teaching | 4 AI Prompts for Teaching Festivals in Primary School : Simon Lewis presents four AI prompts to aid primary teachers in planning festival lessons using conceptual enquiry, providing lesson plans and resources tailored for Educate Together schools in Ireland. | Read Article |
 | 05/12/2024 | Charter Supports Kerry Schools | Small Schools Charter to provide additional resources to Kerry | Read Article |
 | 05/12/2024 | Curriculum Adds Irish | Greater emphasis on Irish words in updated curriculum for babies and toddlers : Ireland updates its early childhood curriculum, Aistear, to emphasize using more Irish language with babies and toddlers, enhancing language confidence alongside creativity and STEM education. | Read Article |
