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The Irish Second-Level Students' Union (ISSU) survey of school students shows that two-thirds of exam students are calling for a hybrid model for state examinations in 2022 (68% of leaving cycle students and 63% of junior cycle students).
ISSU Statement: No Consultation with Students on Reopening Schools Plan
"I am extremely disappointed..."
The Irish Second-level Students’ Union (ISSU) believes that announcing a full reopening of schools, with a two-day notice, is rushing school leaders to put in adequate risk-mitigation measures to ensure a safe return for students.
Additionally, the department's announcement has not responded adequately to the shortages of school and teaching staff, and student absenteeism.
The ISSU notes the high levels of disruption that schools and students have experienced in the last term, and that any return to in-person learning should be done on a phased approach, whilst prioritising exam year students and students with special educational needs.
The ISSU is continuing to call for an open and solution-oriented discussion with all education stakeholders on how to minimise disruption of teaching and learning.
“The fight is not over for student voice!" Stay tuned! Tomorrow morning we will be publishing our own press release and statement. Below we have summarised the Department of Education's Statement following the meeting today.
The ISSU CLG is currently has several open positions on the Board of Directors, and are now taking applications from experienced individuals. Please note all candidates need to be over 18 and have relevant experience for each role. Applications are now live on Board Match.
The ISSU is launching our #GetTheJab campaign to encourage students to register for their COVID-19 vaccine.
We have created this video to show some of our student officers different experiences getting their vaccine.