ISSU Statement: Leaving Cert Reform Decision Backed by Students
The Irish Second-Level Students’ Union (ISSU) welcomes Minister McEntee’s decision to continue with the introduction of Senior Cycle Redevelopment, despite calls for a ‘one year pause’.
ISSU President, Jack McGinn, said: ‘We welcome Minister McEntee’s decision to continue with Senior Cycle Redevelopment. We are redeveloping our Senior Cycle because we need to deliver a better system for students, that is what these redevelopments will achieve - we cannot afford to wait another year. I welcome the announcement of specific posts of responsibilities to support schools in implementing the reforms, and the increase and extension of grant funding for the science subjects - ensuring that students will have equal access to resources.’
‘The ISSU encourages stakeholders to support the implementation support measures. It is imperative that we deliver clarity for students on the ground, to enable them to reach their full potential’, McGinn added.
The ISSU highlights the importance of the phased implementation of redeveloped subjects. Tranche 1 of the redeveloped subjects, launching this September, will include eight subjects; Ancient Greek, Arabic, Biology, Chemistry, Latin, Physics, and Business Studies. Remaining redeveloped subjects will launch gradually, in subsequent tranches.
ISSU Statement: The ISSU expresses their condolences on the passing of Mrs. Gemma Hussey
The Irish Second-Level Students’ Union (ISSU) extends their deepest condolences to the family and friends of former TD and Minister for Education, Mrs. Gemma Hussey.
Mrs. Hussey served as Ireland's first female Minister of Education, and was a trailblazer for her time. She was passionate about female rights, especially in education, and she will be remembered for her time as a powerful voice for women in Irish Politics.
Our sympathies are with Mrs. Husseys family and friends at this time. Ar dheis Dé go raibh a hanam.
