Podcasts about Secondary school

A rural school in Mpumalanga, Mpumelelo Secondary, has repeatedly performed in the JSE Investment Challenge, a national competition where young people engage in simulated trading using virtual portfolios valued at R1 million. The challenge runs from March to September and attracts more than 66,000 participants from 859 schools and universities. Behind Mpumelelo's success is Sizwe Mtsweni, a teacher at the school who teaches business studies and tourism. In an interview with BizNews, Mtsweni spoke about his investment strategies and how he mentors his students. He explained that beyond the usual challenge of balancing academics and the competition, many of his learners live far from school and don't have devices, and even if they do, they often don't have data. As for the mindset he tries to instil. Mtsweni, who returned to teach at his alma mater, says he's not interested in wearing expensive brands, he's more interested in owning one.

With ADHD awareness month upon us, we wanted to discuss the important topic of 'the experiences of girls in school with diagnosed/undiagnosed ADHD'. In this episode, Louise Belshaw, who has ADHD and is a mother to two adult children with the condition, shares her extensive experience as a secondary teacher and her specialisation in ADHD in females. She highlights that: "I've seen too many girls not get the diagnosis, or not go forward with the diagnosis, because they're not being supported by school and the teachers don't know what ADHD in girls looks like". Together, Dale and Louise explore: The unique presentation of ADHD in girls vs boys Challenges of identity, control, and friendship among neurodiverse females Societal expectations on girls' behaviour and self-perception The importance of understanding masking and people-pleasing tendencies Strategies for educators and parents to support girls with ADHD Louise emphasises the need for greater awareness and tailored support for girls, especially during secondary school. This episode sheds light on the complexities of ADHD in females and offers valuable insights. View all podcasts available or visit our SENDcast sessions shop! About Louise Belshaw I'm Louise Belshaw BA Hons, PGCE, MSc. CALC. I'm a certified ADHD life coach with a Masters degree in Psychology. My expertise is grounded in both professional training and lived experience. I'm also a mum to two children with ADHD, so I understand first hand the everyday challenges that ADHD can bring at home, at school, and during the often tricky transitions into adulthood. I know how much of a difference it makes to feel heard and understood. I've been fortunate to receive support from people who truly understood me and my children, but I've also experienced the distress of seeing my child's needs overlooked by professionals. This is why I'm so passionate about making sure others don't feel as alone or unsupported. Before becoming a coach, I spent over 25 years as a secondary school teacher and department head. During that time, I saw first-hand what helped young people with ADHD to thrive in the classroom - and what didn't. I also worked closely with parents and teachers who often felt unsure how best to support these students, despite their care and good intentions. Again and again, I saw how much difference the right understanding, strategies, and guidance could make. This experience led me to create The ADHD Teacher, an online service offering coaching, mentoring, and consultancy to empower individuals with ADHD and the people who support them. My mission is to help you gain the tools, knowledge, and confidence to thrive. Whether you are a young person with ADHD, a parent seeking support, or an educator looking for expert guidance, I am here to help you turn challenges into real opportunities for growth. Contact Louise www.the-adhd-teacher.co.uk https://www.facebook.com/the.adhd.teacher.understanding.experience.support/ https://www.instagram.com/the_adhd_teacher https://x.com/lublub15 www.linkedin.com/in/theadhdteacherwww.linkedin.com/in/theadhdteacher Info@the-adhd-teacher.co.uk Useful Links A summary of an Interpretative Phenomenological Study into the Experiences of Secondary School in Women with Undiagnosed ADHD Further ADHD Resources available to you October is ADHD awareness month and the SENDcast are proud to join in solidarity to celebrate and provide resources to improve awareness! Check out other FREE podcasts and our CPD training sessions... Supporting ADHD awareness month 2025 B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.

Questions have been asked of the New Zealand secondary schools' rugby pathways after conceding 136 points over two games and suffering consecutive losses to the Australian U18 side. The Australian players spend years playing together, going through and going through Super Rugby stages, whereas New Zealand has significantly less for young players Former All Black and current rugby player agent Craig Innes discussed the issues impacting the current pathways. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today, Dr. Julia Matias discusses secondary school essay prompts.    Like the podcast? Schedule a Free Initial Consultation with our team: https://bemo.ac/podbr-BeMoFreeConsult   Don't forget to subscribe to our channel and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter for more great tips and other useful information!   YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BeMoAcademicConsultingInc Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bemoacademicconsulting Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bemo_academic_consulting/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BeMo_AC TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@bemoacademicconsulting

On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined in studio by John Burns, Retired Deputy Principal and Educational Consultant. John discussed the key qualities of a happy and successful secondary school student.

both former pupils and teachers of St.Joseph's Secondary School in Tulla. Mary Hoey began teaching in 1968 and Mary Hayes followed after her in 1978. They spoke to Daragh and Stephen on their memories of the school.   Originally broadcast as part of Saturday Chronicle 13th September 2025 live from the Farmers Market at Tulla Courthouse hosted by Daragh Leamy and Stephen Minogue. Saturday Chronicle is Sponsored by JAMES M NASH AND DERG KITCHEN DESIGN http://dergkitchendesign.ie Message or what's app the studio on 089 2582647 or email sbcrstudio@gmail.com

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The district has drawn up some options, a community committee has been poring over pros and cons for months, and we're going to get a survey to take in late October. So what should we be thinking about? What are our choices?LINKS:1.) Ad-Hoc Committee page, with a list of proposed models to consider.2.) In-depth description of each model3.) What "modernization" means in these modelsDEPT PRESENTATIONS:1.) Human Capital exec summary and full presentation2.) Finance exec summary and full presentation3.) Facilities exec summary and full presentation4.) Academic Performance exec sum and full presentation5.) Pupil & Family Supports exec sum and full presentation

As SEND registers continue to grow and expectations rise across the profession, many SENDCOs are leaving due to overwhelming workloads and lack of support. It's crucial that we rethink how to empower teachers to meet their students' needs. In today's episode, Dale was joined by Eleanor Sams, an Assistant Headteacher and SENDCO at the Marvel College in Hull. Eleanor tells us about ‘developing distributive leadership in secondary schools to improve inclusion' sharing her school's successful implementation. Their discussion includes: Key challenges for new SENDCOs: The pressure to be an expert in everything and how this can be especially overwhelming in larger settings. Strategies for conducting a whole school SEND review: Helping new SENDCOs identify strengths and areas for improvement. The concept of all teachers as teachers of SEND: Addressing the nervousness some staff may feel and exploring how to overcome this. Eleanor provides valuable insights on implementing a distributive leadership model, illustrating what this can look like in a large setting. When schools get it right, it empowers teachers to understand their learners better and meet their needs more effectively, all while relieving SENDCO workloads. She also explains how this approach can be implemented with minimal cost and has been proven to increase attendance, improve outcomes, and reduce behavioural incidents. View all podcasts available or visit our SENDcast sessions shop!   About Eleanor Sams  Ellie Sams is an Assistant Headteacher (SENDCO) at The Marvell College in Hull.  Ellie has supported children with SEND since 2011, across both specialist and mainstream settings. She joined the Marvell College in 2016 as a Teacher of History. She has worked as a Head of Year and was appointed as Assistant Headteacher and SENDCO in 2022.   Since 2022, Ellie has worked alongside the Senior Leadership Team to develop a culture of inclusion that runs throughout all areas of the school. Alongside her responsibilities at The Marvell College, Ellie supports across the trust as a SEND Hub leader, this includes supporting the development of provision for students with SEND across a number of primary schools. She is also a trustee at Humberston Park Special School, responsible for Transdisciplinarity and Learning.    Contact Ellie https://www.themarvellcollege.com/ www.linkedin.com/in/eleanor-sams-sendco   Useful Links B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk  Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast  Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk  Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe   The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.

Zeeko, an Irish education technology company, today announced the launch of its new mobile phone signal blocking pouches aimed at secondary schools in Ireland. The Zeeko Phone Blocking System is unique in combining patent-pending, fire-resistant, waterproof and durable phone pouches with complete signal-blocking technology along with the Zeeko Safe Lock System, which eliminates sharp pin puncture risks. Supported by Zeeko Done4U, schools receive tailored training, surveys, and policy guidance delivered by experienced internet safety presenters. Joe Kenny, CEO, Zeeko, said, "With a proven track record in working with schools across Ireland to deliver internet safety training, Zeeko is now delighted to launch our novel mobile phone signal blocking pouches for secondary schools across Ireland. Our certified fire-resistant pouches, which are fully signal blocking, combined with the Zeeko Safe Lock System and with the support of our Zeeko Done4U training service, will enable schools to create focused, safe, and phone-free learning environments while empowering students to focus, connect, and thrive." He added, "Zeeko is delighted to have been selected as one of the preferred suppliers of mobile phone signal blocking pouches to secondary schools across Ireland by the Department of Education and Youth. With our patent-pending Zeeko Phone Blocking System, we've built a solution that goes further than just a phone pouch." Since 2015 Zeeko a NovaUCD client company, and with support from Enterprise Ireland, has developed and delivered cutting-edge programmes and tools to promote digital safety, wellbeing, and independent thinking with a focus on creating a world where young people can safely benefit from the internet and technology. More about Irish Tech News Irish Tech News are Ireland's No. 1 Online Tech Publication and often Ireland's No.1 Tech Podcast too. You can find hundreds of fantastic previous episodes and subscribe using whatever platform you like via our Anchor.fm page here: https://anchor.fm/irish-tech-news If you'd like to be featured in an upcoming Podcast email us at Simon@IrishTechNews.ie now to discuss. Irish Tech News have a range of services available to help promote your business. Why not drop us a line at Info@IrishTechNews.ie now to find out more about how we can help you reach our audience. You can also find and follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Snapchat.

In an effort to bring the message of healthy living to Saint Lucia's youth, the Ministry of Health, Wellness and Elderly Affairs is targeting schools to sensitize students on the areas of physical activity, nutrition, mental well-being and substance use prevention. Students from the Vieux-Fort Comprehensive Secondary School benefitted from this initiative which was held under the banner of the Saint Lucia Moves campaign and entailed a health expo and outdoor sporting challenges. Students were encouraged to take charge of their health.

As the new Year 7 cohort settles into secondary school life and the Year 6 students prepare for their upcoming transition, I wanted to highlight this timely topic for our discussion this week. My daughter is about to embark on this journey, and I must admit, the prospect of secondary school feels quite daunting! A recent report revealed that 1 in 4 children disengage during the transition to secondary school, with their enjoyment, sense of safety, and trust significantly declining in the first year. This understandably impacts their attendance. In today's episode, Dale is joined by Kirsty Greenwood, a Transitions Support Specialist, to discuss ‘Supporting the Transition from Primary to Secondary School for SEN Children'. It's currently estimated that there are 1.2 million SEN pupils in England without an EHCP, reflecting a 4.7% rise in just one year. Kirsty shines a spotlight on the critical but often overlooked transition for primary-aged children on the SEN register who do not have an EHCP. These are the students who appear to be coping academically yet struggle significantly. They discuss several crucial topics, including: The challenges faced by children transitioning to secondary school, the experience from PE to the canteen. The importance of providing meaningful, extended transition experiences rather than token gestures. Practical strategies to support these students, ensuring they feel included and prepared for their new environment. “We need to do more to prepare them, it's too much of a shock for lots and lots of children”. Kirsty Greenwood Kirsty's insights are invaluable for anyone involved in education, especially parents and teachers of SEN children. This conversation sheds light on the steps we can take to ensure a smoother transition and ultimately improve outcomes for these students. View all podcasts available or visit our SENDcast sessions shop!   About Kirsty Greenwood Kirsty Greenwood is a dedicated advocate committed to improving the transition experience for children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) as they move from primary to secondary education. Recognising that many children on the SEN register lack an EHCP—and therefore often miss out on tailored support.  Kirsty focuses on bridging this gap to ensure these students receive the assistance they need during this critical period.  Through collaboration with families, educators, and local schools Kirsty promotes early intervention strategies, enhanced communication between schools, and the implementation of person-centered planning tools such as one-page profiles and individualised support plans. By championing inclusive practices and advocating for systemic changes, Kirsty aims to create a more equitable educational landscape where every child with SEN can thrive during their transition to secondary school.    Contact Kirsty https://www.facebook.com/tfortransition https://www.instagram.com/tfortransition/ tfortransition@outlook.com     Useful Links High Needs Funding Operational Guide EBSA Toolkit for Schools   B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk  Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast  Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk  Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe   The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.

On Saturday, tens of thousands of people rallied in Auckland calling for the government to sanction Israel for their actions and violence in Gaza.  While politicians across the spectrum have responded to the protests with a mix of support and disapproval, the New Zealand government is not expected to announce their official decision on the recognition of a Palestinian state until a General Assembly in New York next week.  Following the government's announcement to get rid of NCEA in favour of a new system, Education Minister Erica Stanford has revealed numerous subjects to join the senior school curriculum, which will include the incorporation of generative AI. Finally, the New Zealand Herald published information last week pertaining to MP Carl Bates' failure to disclose 25 properties to Parliament, against what has been argued as a ‘breach of public trust'. Wire Host Sara spoke with National MP Bates about all of these topics, starting with the pro-Palestine rally.

Civics, politics and philosophy, pacific studies, mechatronics, and data science are just some of the new senior secondary school subjects unveiled by the government today. It is all part of the plan to ditch NCEA all together and replace it with the New Zealand Certificate of Education and Advanced Certificate of education. Albany Senior High School Principal Claire Amos spoke to Lisa Owen.

Senior secondary school students will be able to learn about and use generative artificial intelligence in a range of subjects. The Government's unveiled a new list of subjects as part of a refresh of the national curriculum from 2028. It places greater emphasis on STEM subjects and adds civics, politics and philosophy, and media and journalism. Education Minister Erica Stanford says other countries have offered STEM-based classes to their students, but Kiwi learners aren't at the right level yet. "Now that we've got this whole reform programme going, we can actually look to the future and go - what does that look like?" LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Sue for an upcoming Live Virtual Workshop where you will learn from Sue practical tips & strategies to make a difference. In this episode, we will discuss: ✅ Timing: Start secondary transition planning in year five. ✅ Visits: Visit schools with students present, not empty. ✅ Sensory: Address smells, sounds, and movement in secondary. ✅ Language: Teach "I'm unsure" instead of "help me." ✅ Tools: Use videos, maps, and timetable practice. ✅ Social: Consider peer connections over academic rankings. ✅ Maturity: Avoid childish items like decorated lunchboxes. Read more about this podcast in the show notes found via the link below suelarkey.com.au/secondary-school-transition-strategies Join the Facebook group specifically for this podcast www.facebook.com/groups/suelarkeypodcastcommunity/ Join my Neurodiversity Network suelarkey.com.au/neurodiversity-network/ Follow my Instagram account for regular tips www.instagram.com/sue.larkey/ To learn more about teaching or understanding ASD, please visit my website below. elearning.suelarkey.com.au

St. Joseph's Secondary School in Tulla is preparing to celebrate a very significant milestone. On this day week (Friday, 12th September), the school will mark its 75th anniversary. To fill us in on the school's history, and just how its 75th will be marked, Alan Morrissey was joined by Juliet Coman, Principal of St Joseph's in Tulla.

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In today's episode, Dale is joined by Susana Gonzalez, the director and founder of ND Bright Brains, who brings over 20 years of experience in education. They discuss supporting neurodivergent learners in secondary schools and further education. Neurodivergent students often face unique challenges in environments that aren't designed to meet their needs. As awareness of neurodiversity grows, it's crucial for educational settings to shift from compliance-based models to a more student-centred approach that embraces inclusion. Susana emphasises the importance of neurodiversity training, flexibility in school processes (including behaviour policies), and collaborative problem-solving to tailor support for each individual. This includes classroom adaptations, personalised learning plans, and facilitating smooth transitions. Key takeaways: Avoid rigidity; flexibility is essential. Recognise that every student is unique. Remember, it's not solely the teacher's responsibility. Highlight the importance of awareness and training. Understanding neurodiversity can truly transform the educational experience for both teachers and students, fostering more effective support and empowering learners to advocate for themselves. View all podcasts available or visit our SENDcast sessions shop!   About Susana Gonzalez  Susana Gonzalez is the Director and Founder of ND Bright Brains, an educational consultancy dedicated to helping ND students succeed in mainstream schools. ND Bright Brains provides education to any adult involved in the education of ND young people so that they can also positively contribute to their academic, social, and emotional development.  Susana is a Biochemical Engineer and neurodiversity specialist who brings 20 years of experience as a teacher, mainly Chemistry, having specialised in Educational Neuroscience and supporting highly able individuals with Dyslexia, ADHD, Autism, OCD and Dyspraxia since 2020.   To date, Susana has trained over 1,000 teachers, promoting the idea that all schools can implement inclusive and cost-effective strategies to support neurodivergent students.   Susana has also delivered neurodiversity corporate training and consulted for a training company on neuro-affirming content delivery practices.  Susana strongly believes in the vital roles of adults in the future success of neurodivergent learners. She advocates for setting high expectations coupled with appropriate support and the creation of a safe environment that fosters both academic and personal growth.     Contact Susana  www.ndbrightbrains.com https://www.instagram.com/ndbrightbrains/ contact@ndbrightbrains.com   Useful Links Neurodiversity in Education   B Squared Website – www.bsquared.co.uk  Meeting with Dale to find out about B Squared - https://calendly.com/b-squared-team/overview-of-b-squared-sendcast  Email Dale – dale@bsquared.co.uk  Subscribe to the SENDcast - https://www.thesendcast.com/subscribe   The SENDcast is powered by B Squared We have been involved with Special Educational Needs for over 25 years, helping show the small steps of progress pupils with SEND make. B Squared has worked with thousands of schools, we understand the challenges professionals working in SEND face. We wanted a way to support these hardworking professionals - which is why we launched The SENDcast! Click the button below to find out more about how B Squared can help improve assessment for pupils with SEND in your school.

A number of twelve-year-olds in Greystones, Co. Wicklow, remain without a secondary school place over a week since the term started. Barry Lenihan reports.

More than a quarter of primary school children and over a third of secondary school children have engaged with AI chatbots, according to figures published today in CyberSafeKids' annual Trends and Usage Report. Pat discusses these findings with Jess along with a review of the Google Pixel 10 Pro XL.

Send me a message.Reconnecting with purpose is essential when facing professional challenges. In this  reflective episode, I share my experience of an unsuccessful professorial application and how it prompted me to rediscover why I'm passionate about design and technology education in the first place.The start of a new academic term offers the perfect opportunity to step back from the excitement and apprehension of returning to teaching and consider our fundamental values:What drives us to teach design and technology?Why do we advocate for this subject?These questions matter because when we lose sight of our purpose, we risk becoming mechanical rather than inspirational in our practice.Through conversations with colleagues working on the "Learning to Teach Design and Technology in Secondary School" book and planning a primary D&T podcast series, I've reconnected with what  motivates me – developing children's ability to make design decisions that shape their world and fostering critical engagement with the made environment. This renewed clarity came unexpectedly from various sources, including a chance conversation with my young cousin who simply chose to study subjects she loves.I challenge you to reflect on your own D&T values as you begin this academic year. Perhaps create a mind map, discuss with colleagues, or identify your "word of the year" for teaching design and technology. Where do you find refreshment and challenge that keeps you passionate about the subject? Have you considered what values drive your teaching practice? Share your thoughts, subscribe to the podcast, and if you're using Inspired by Industry resources in your teaching this year, consider participating in our evaluation research project. Your voice matters in shaping the future of design and technology education.Support the showIf you like the podcast, you can always buy me a coffee to say 'thanks!'Please offer your feedback about the show or ideas for future episodes and topics by connecting with me on Threads @hardy_alison or by emailing me.If you listen to the podcast on Apple Podcasts, please take a moment to rate and/or review the show. If you want to support me by becoming a Patron click here. If you are not able to support me financially, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or sharing a link to my work on social media. Thank you!

Protect your family with our 1-minute free parent quiz https://www.smartsocial.com/newsletterJoin our next weekly live parent events:  https://smartsocial.com/eventsIn this episode of the SmartSocial.com podcast, host Josh Ochs sits down with Dr. Jessica Medrano, Assistant Superintendent of Educational Services for Secondary Schools from the Norwalk-La Mirada Unified School District. They explore the importance of staying curious and engaged with AI and digital tools to keep students safe online. The discussion covers strategies for parent engagement, managing screen time, and addressing digital safety issues like cyberbullying and AI misuse. Real-life examples, expert tips, and actionable advice for parents and educators make this episode a must-listen. The podcast also features insights from teenagers on managing screen time and recognizing red flags in online interactions.Become a Smart Social VIP (Very Informed Parents) Member: https://SmartSocial.com/vipDistrict Leaders: Schedule a free phone consultation to get ideas on how to protect your students in your community https://smartsocial.com/partnerDownload the free Smart Social app: https://www.smartsocial.com/appdownloadLearn about the top 190+ popular teen apps: https://smartsocial.com/app-guide-parents-teachers/View the top parental control software: https://smartsocial.com/parental-control-software/The SmartSocial.com Podcast helps parents and educators to keep their kids safe on social media, so they can Shine Online™

In this episode Lucy Keller, a PhD researcher in psychology, discusses her work on improving friendship and social connectedness among young people during the critical transition from primary to secondary school. Lucy shares insights on the impact of social connectedness on mental health, In addition she touches on the unique challenges faced by neurodivergent and gender-questioning students. She advocates for inclusive school environments, student-led clubs,  and systemic education reform. Lucy highlights the importance of extracurricular activities amongst other practical tips and resources for supporting students are discussed.  Useful Links: World Health Organisation on social connection: https://www.who.int/groups/commission-on-social-connection NSPCC building Connections website: https://learning.nspcc.org.uk/services/building-connections Red Cross Social Connection: https://www.redcross.org.uk/get-involved/connected-communities In summary: Research on improving friendship experiences and social connectedness among young people. The significance of social connectedness and its impact on mental health. Challenges faced by young people during the transition from primary to secondary school. The emotional and social complexities of moving to a larger school environment. The importance of maintaining friendships during school transitions. Practical strategies for schools to support students, including listening to their perspectives. The specific difficulties faced by neurodivergent students during this transition. The role of extracurricular activities in fostering social connections. The need for systemic changes in the education system to better support young people's social and emotional needs. Resources and support systems available for young people struggling with social connections.  

Over 1,500 Clare students will receive the results of their state exams today. The portal to view both Leaving Cert and Leaving Cert Applied results opens at 10am this morning. 1,412 students sat the Leaving Cert this summer, while a further 103 undertook the LCA examination. This year marks the first of the State Examination Commission's attempt to return grade levels to that of 2019, the last pre-pandemic Leaving Cert year. Alan Morrissey was speaking with Donna Ní Ghallchobhair, Guidance Counsellor from St Joseph's Secondary School in Tulla. To give advice for students going out tonight to celebrate receiving their Leaving Cert results, Alan morrissey was joined by Sergeant Dominic Regan, community policing sergeant for Ennis and Garda Eoin Cummins, operational garda in Ennis.

Leaving Cert students in Clare are pouring over their results this afternoon. Over 1,500 young people across the county have been receiving their final grades since 10am this morning. The anxious wait is over for Clare's 1,412 Leaving Cert and 103 Leaving Cert Applied students, who have been receiving their results online and in person at schools across the county today. This year's results are down due to grade deflation, with top grades down by around 2 per cent. It's the first stage of phasing out grade inflation, which was brought in during the pandemic. Close to 100 Ennis Community College/Gaelcholáiste an Chláir alumni gathered in person to see how they fared and these students have been telling Clare FM how they got on. It begins a busy week for the county's outgoing leaving cer students, with the first round of CAO offers issued on Wednesday, before the appeals window opens on Sunday, August 31st. Guidance Counsellor at St Joseph's Secondary School in Tulla, Donna Ní Ghallchobhair, is advising students to reach out for assistance if they're unsure what steps to take next. She says everyone's pathway after their exams is different, given the array of options available. Meanwhile, Clare Gardaí are urging caution as those who received their results head out to celebrate. Keeping your phone charged, planning where you're headed and how to get home, and staying in touch with a parent throughout the night are the key pieces of advice they've issued. Operational Garda in Ennis, Eoin Cummins says everyone should take responsibility for both themselves and their friend group.

Secondary teachers aren't backing down from their fight for better pay. Thousands of teachers walked off the job today and picketed across the country. They say a proposed one percent pay rise is actually a cut in real terms - and concerns on staffing, professional development and support aren't addressed. PPTA President Chris Abercrombie says he hopes that'll be the end of action, and the Government will come to the table. He says Minister Erica Stanford's signalled interest in improvement. "Erica's come out and said she wants a world-class education system, and we want the same. So there's definitely common ground there, but it's just about how we get to that space." LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Secondary school teachers right across the country are walking off the job on Wednesday after a one percent pay rise offer from the government. PPTA President Chris Abercrombie spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

Key positions remain unfilled at several Clare secondary schools ahead of the resumption of the new term next week. There are currently nine vacancies in this county, six for teaching roles, and three for Special Needs Assistants. It comes as a new report from the ASTI has revealed that 42% of schools have been forced to remove choice subjects from the curriculum due to staffing shortages. President of the Association of Secondary Teachers Ireland Padraig Curley says the Government needs to take action.

Secondary school teachers around the motu have announced they will strike for the day next Wednesday, after pay talk with the govenrment stalled. They will double down in September if there's no progress with negotiations. The union said its members have overwhelmingly voted in favour of rostering students home, and not teaching certain year levels on specific days, in the week beginning September 15. Post Primary Teachers' Association president Chris Abercrombie spoke to Lisa Owen.

Teachers will walk off the job next Wednesday following a one percent payrise offer from the government, which they say is the lowest in a generation. Teacher and PPTA member Kevin Greig spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss.

The Government is blasting the secondary teachers union for calling a strike. Post Primary Teachers' Association members will put down the tools next Wednesday, rejecting a three-percent pay increase over three years. Tens of thousands of healthcare workers are also preparing to walk off the job on two separate days next month. Public Service Minister Judith Collins told Mike Hosking it seems the union spent more time on its marketing, than it did at the bargaining table. She's urging teachers to stop using kids as political footballs and get a union that actually cares about them. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unionised secondary teachers who say kids' needs aren't being met in school will strike next week, nationwide. They'll step away from the job next Wednesday after rejecting a three percent pay increase over three years. The PPTA says experienced teachers will be crucial to successfully rolling out proposed Government NCEA reforms. President Chris Abercrombie says the teachers introduced a counter-offer, but it's up to the Government to do their part. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As we approach the end of the summer, many kids and parents across the country will be thinking about heading back to school, but how can you best support your children when they make the move from primary to secondary school?Joining Kieran for this week's Kids Health Check with her advice is Aoife Lee, from Aoife Lee Parent Support.

The Deputy Prime Minister says he'd sack Willow Jean-Prime for declining numerous Government requests for collaboration on NCEA reform. Documents show Labour's education spokesperson declined an advisor's meeting and didn't answer a text and multiple emails from Education Minister Erica Stanford regarding planned changes to NCEA. David Seymour told Mike Hosking if he were Labour's leader, he would drop her because there are better people for the job. He says he wouldn't know what to do because she may be the best option that Labour has. Seymour says we need alternative schooling options to keep students in schools, with more than ten and a half thousand students leaving school last year with no educational qualifications. Ministry of Education data reveals 16% didn't achieve NCEA Level 1 or above – 6% more than in 2017. He told Hosking the education system has become less appealing because children don't believe they're missing something valuable. There's also ethnic disparity, with 28% of Māori school leavers having achieved no qualifications, compared to 19% of Pacific leavers and 14% of Pākehā leavers. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready for this upcoming school year? Listen in to hear Garrett Vandersaul MS, LAT, ATC as he talks about what he has done and things to think about for this next school year.

The Education Minister says balance of choice is a priority under its new qualification system. The Government is proposing to throw out NCEA for two certificates in Years 12 and 13. Level 1 will be replaced with a foundation test in numeracy and literacy. Erica Stanford told Mike Hosking that after Year 11, students are free to choose the subjects which engage them. She says the key difference will be when students study English, math, or physics, it will be against a world-leading benchmarked curriculum, and children in Invercargill will be learning the exact same thing as those in Auckland. The Education Minister's also looking at trimming down the variety of subjects available to students. Stanford told Hosking they're taking a look at the number of subjects and the amount of students taking each one. But she still wants the option for children to take classes which excite them, like dance and drama. LISTEN ABOVE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Tuesday's Morning Focus, retired Deputy Principal of Rice College and Educational Consultant, John Burns gave insights into teaching at Secondary School Level as a career. If you have any questions for John, please email focus@clare.fm.

The Department of Education is launching a first-of-its-kind Single Application System for admission to secondary school, first being piloted in five towns across Ireland. We hear from Helen McEntee, Minister for Education.

This episode offers a range of ideas and advice for identifying and supporting students with speech, language and communication needs (SLCN) in the secondary school. SLCN are the most common need for the more than 1.2 million students who are on SEN Support in England's schools – and the evidence tells us that there will be many more who are going undiagnosed. This discussion features four experts who look at identifying SLCN, screening students, and the problems of underdiagnosis and “masking” that prevent students from getting the support they need. We discuss what the signs of undiagnosed SLCN are in the classroom and the overlaps between these needs and other challenges such as SEMH, poor behaviour, and school absence. We hear about the approaches being taken in two secondary schools and discuss a range of ideas for practical interventions to help support students with SLCN in and out of the classroom. We also touch upon how we can support teaching staff in this work, including with CPD. This episode has been produced with support from our friends at Speech and Language Link.

Quote of The Day: “You are never too broken for God to use. The cracks in your story are where His light shines through.” — Holley Gerth Hosts: TOLA Omoniyi, Kanyinsola Omojola, Goodness Ezeh

How do we let go of the sense of scarcity, separation and powerlessness that defines the ways we live, care and do business together? How can we best equip our young people for the world that is coming - which is so, so different from the future we grew up believing was possible? This week's guest, Jennifer Brandsberg-Engelmann is an educator, regenerative - and I would say renegade - economist who is Project Lead at the Regenerative Economics for Secondary Schools and Lead Author of the online textbook of the same name. Jennifer has taught economics for nearly thirty years, but as you'll hear, the Global Financial Crash led her to rethink the rules and structures of the system and now she's one of the world's leading thinkers on Regenerative Economics - how we can refocus away from business, markets and the structures of neoliberalism towards ways of being that are grounded in reciprocity, respect and responsibility, in the realities of being human in the twenty-first century.  In 2023, Jennifer stopped working as a teacher and is now focused full time on shifting the paradigm in the education system and beyond, moving us away from the toxic mindset of scarcity, competition and the rise of oligopolies, towards an understanding of our place as integral nodes in the web of life. Her new two year curriculum is one of the most ambitious I've ever seen. It builds a solid, damning critique of the old paradigm and offers credible, structured routes through to a new one that would allow us all to flourish within a thriving ecosystem, to have not just an economy, but a way of being that is predicated in reciprocity, care, sharing and the kinds of lives we yearn to lead, but don't yet know how.Truly, this is evolutionary and if we can spread these ideas far enough, wide enough and root them deep enough in all that we are and do, I genuinely believe this is at least part of the key to the continuation of complex life on earth. Because, yes, we are that close to extinction. And yes, there is still time to veer from the cliff's edge.So if you do nothing else this week, please share this conversation and the links within it to anyone and everyone you know who cares about shifting the paradigm - or even is involved in the education system at any level.  Enjoy.Jennifer on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-brandsberg-engelmann/Regen Economics on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/regenerative-economics-for-secondary-schools/Regenerative Economics for Secondary Schools - Project website (including online textbook with a creative commons license). 5/7 topics have been published + a Topic on systems thinking. https://www.regenerativeeconomics.earth/homeReimagining Economics: Five Transformative Shifts for Secondary Schools (Version for England) - A discussion paper to help curriculum authorities consider key changes to economics curricula. https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R8e3wRmHYzqPl0Mfvv34oHv610F2RH8xveQ79xoZzYs/Regen Economics online Textbook https://www.regenerativeeconomics.earth/regenerative-economics-textbook/about-the-bookRegen Economics Open Letter on D.E.A.L https://doughnuteconomics.org/stories/open-letter-for-a-course-in-regenerative-economicsDoughnut Economics book https://www.hive.co.uk/Product/Kate-Raworth/Doughnut-Economics--Seven-Ways-to-Think-Like-a-21st-Century-Economist/21739630Teach the Future - Curriculum for a Changing Climate (Track Changes) ProjectWhere the Regenerative Economics for Secondary Schools got its starthttps://www.teachthefuture.uk/tracked-changes-projectHow captured economics stole our climate — and how we can reclaim it (Part 4/4)Katy Shields' article in Medium with a brilliant causal loop diagram showing the reinforcing feedback loops that prevent change in the economics disciplinehttps://medium.com/@katyrshields/how-captured-economics-stole-our-climate-and-how-we-can-reclaim-it-part-4-4-6de66f5255afKaty is also the co-producer of the Tipping Point podcast, a true-crime style podcast about the Limits to Growth report and how it was undermined by economists https://tippingpoint-podcast.com/David Bollier, the expert support for Topic 2: Commons, recently released the second edition of his book Think Like a Commonerhttps://thinklikeacommoner.com/What we offer: Accidental Gods, Dreaming Awake and the Thrutopia Writing Masterclass If you'd like to join us at Accidental Gods, this is the membership where we endeavour to help you to connect fully with the living web of life. If you'd like to join our next Gathering 'Becoming a Good Ancestor' (you don't have to be a member) it's on 6th July - details are here.If you'd like to train more deeply in the contemporary shamanic work at Dreaming Awake, you'll find us here. If you'd like to explore the recordings from our last Thrutopia Writing Masterclass, the details are here

Over 3,200 students in Clare will commence State exams today. English will be the first exam today for the 1,731 Clare students doing their Junior Cert, with Religious Education to follow this afternoon. A total of 1,412 students here will begin the Leaving Cert with English paper 1 while the exam timetable for Clare's 103 Leaving Cert Applied students also gets underway today. Guidance Counsellor at St Joseph's Secondary School in Tulla, Olivia O'Connor, says students should "trust in their preparation" while acknowledging exams don't define them.

There's exciting news in relation to the prospect of a new school building for Mary Immaculate Secondary School in Lisdoonvarna. Confirmation has come through from the Minister for Education and her department of the purchase, subject to planning and finalisation of contracts, of 7 acres to provide the new building. To discuss this further, Alan Morrissey was joined by Lisdoonvarna Fine Gael Councillor, Cllr Joe Garrihy and Principal of Mary Immaculate Secondary School, Mona Hynes. Photo(C): Cllr. Joe Garrihy Facebook

Imagine a school where students get to design their own class, focused on learning about the important issues that matter to them. First Year Pupils at a number of Secondary Schools in Limerick, Galway and Kerry have been doing as part of a Junior Cycle pilot project called Needs. John Cooke has been speaking to some of those involved.

A group of students from a Kilkee secondary school have gained recognition on the national stage. The young filmmakers, all students St. Joseph's in Kilkee took second place in a national film award – The Right Focus 2025 awards, which were held recently. To find out more, Alan Morrissey was joined by 3 transition year students from St. Joseph's Emma Roberston, Muireann O'Dea, Roisin Kett and their teacher Michelle Morrissey. Photo (c) Mark Stedman

⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠It's YOUR time to #EdUpIn this episode, brought to YOU by HigherEd PodConYOUR guest is Raquel Martinez, President, Board of Directors, National Association of Secondary School PrincipalYOUR host is Dr. Laurie Shanderson⁠⁠⁠, Host, ⁠⁠⁠EdUp Accreditation InsightsHow did Martinez's journey lead her to become the first Latina president of NASSP?What innovative programs is she implementing at the new Sageview High School?How does she approach diversity & inclusion in education?What challenges has she faced as a trailblazer in educational leadership?How has her cultural background shaped her leadership philosophy?Topics include:Creating focused career pathways with real-world experiencesProviding teacher externships to enhance instructionElevating student voice through councils & organizationsOvercoming imposter syndrome as a leader of colorAdvocating for consistent funding in public educationEmpowering principals to see beyond their individual schoolsListen in to #EdUpDo YOU want to accelerate YOUR professional development?Do YOU want to get exclusive early access to ad-free episodes, extended episodes, bonus episodes, original content, invites to special events, & more?Do YOU want to get all this while helping to sustain EdUp?Then ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BECOME A SUBSCRIBER TODAY⁠⁠ - $19.99/month or $199.99/year (Save 17%)!Want to get YOUR organization to pay for YOUR subscription? Email ⁠⁠⁠EdUp@edupexperience.comThank YOU so much for tuning in. Join us on the next episode for YOUR time to EdUp!Connect with YOUR EdUp Team - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Elvin Freytes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ & ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Dr. Joe Sallustio⁠⁠⁠⁠● Join YOUR EdUp community at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The EdUp Experience⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!We make education YOUR business!

The American Historical Association was chartered by Congress in 1884 and has played an essential role in helping foster and spread great historical research. AHA incoming Executive Director Sarah Weicksel and pioneering public historian Ed Ayers join us for a discussion of AHA's history, its current projects and the damage that recent government policy has done to historians' ability to create and share an honest history of the United States. Learn more by visiting the American Historical Association's website at historians.org. The report discussed in this episode is “American Lesson Plan: Teaching US History in Secondary Schools.” Dr. Sarah Jones Weicksel is Director of Research and Publications and incoming Executive Director at the AHA and Research Associate at the Smithsonian's National Museum of History. Dr. Ed Ayers is Tucker-Boatwright Professor of the Humanities and President Emeritus at the University of Richmond. His book In the Presence of Mine Enemies: War in the heart of America, 1859-1863 won the Bancroft Prize and Beveridge Award in 2004 and in 2013 he was awarded the National Humanities Medal. Join us for a live recording of the Road to Now in Washington, DC on May 29 at The Hamilton Live ft. guests Major Garett, Margaret Talev & Doug Heye. The theme is murder & mayhem in the capital city- get your tickets here!   This episode was edited by Gary Fletcher.

On this week's episode of Local Legends, Martin is joined by storyteller, library manager, and Secretary of the Leicestershire and Rutland Guild of Storytelling, Matthew Vaughan.Matt has been a storyteller for well over a decade. Since 2011 he has also worked in East Midlands' Public Library Services, and, in addition to working as a storyteller in Early Years, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools, Colleges, Universities, Youth organisations, the Care, Health and Heritage Sectors, and in Prisons, he tells stories in libraries as part of his job. As Matt explains in the episode, he particularly enjoys performing international folk tales, along with Wonder Tales of all kinds, and he also has a particular interest in the stories of working folk of Britain and the wild places of our islands. To learn more about the Guild and the Story Tree project as mentioned in the episode, do visit leicesterstorytelling.com. If you are interested in learning more about Matt's work or would like to book him to tell stories to you or your school group or community organisation, please do get in touch with him via his profile on the Society for Storytelling website, sfs.org.uk. Otherwise, settle in around the cosy confines of the Three Ravens campfire for a conversation which ranges from the drowned villages beneath Rutland Water to the politics of how to hang a horseshoe, from the smallest man in history to one of the biggest, via witches, poachers, and dastardly highwayman, with a true Local Legend, Matthew Vaughan!We really hope you enjoy it, and will be back on Monday with our brand new County Episode all about the history and folklore of Herefordshire!Three Ravens is an English Myth and Folklore podcast hosted by award-winning writers Martin Vaux and Eleanor Conlon.Released on Mondays, each weekly episode focuses on one of England's 39 historic counties, exploring the history, folklore and traditions of the area, from ghosts and mermaids to mythical monsters, half-forgotten heroes, bloody legends, and much, much more. Then, and most importantly, the pair take turns to tell a new version of an ancient story from that county - all before discussing what that tale might mean, where it might have come from, and the truths it reveals about England's hidden past...Bonus Episodes are released on Thursdays plus Local Legends episodes on Saturdays - interviews with acclaimed authors, folklorists, podcasters and historians with unique perspectives on that week's county.With a range of exclusive content on Patreon, too, including audio ghost tours, the Three Ravens Newsletter, and monthly Three Ravens Film Club episodes about folk horror films from across the decades, why not join us around the campfire and listen in?Learn more at www.threeravenspodcast.com, join our Patreon at www.patreon.com/threeravenspodcast, and find links to our social media channels here: https://linktr.ee/threeravenspodcast Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Seán Creagh was born in County Monaghan in 1977. He attended Our Lady's Secondary School in Castleblayney and later on Dundalk Institute of Technology. After moving to the U.S and developing an intense interest in Irish-American history he attended Northeastern Illinois University where he achieved an Honors Degree in History as well as Honors in Education. Today he is a middle school Social Studies teacher in Illinois. His first book was The Wolfhounds of Irish-American Nationalism. Listen to an interview on that here. In this interview he discusses his second book entitled Republican Solipsist, recently published with Peter Lang Republican Solipsist: The Life and Times of Joseph Mcgarrity, 1874-1940 (Peter Lang, 2025) discusses the life of Joseph McGarrity and his role within Irish and Irish American Republicanism including the complicated transatlantic relationship between two opposing visions of an independent Ireland. McGarrity's militant Republicanism came into regular conflict with the reality of the political situation in Ireland. While the role of John Devoy has been well documented in the development of Irish American nationalism in the form of Clan na Gael that of Joseph McGarrity has been less well analyzed. For many historians the central focus of Irish American nationalism during the revolutionary period of 1916–1923 has centered on the Devoy-controlled branch of Clan na Gael. However, this period saw significant influence from McGarrity and the Philadelphia branch of the movement in shaping political events in Ireland which has been largely ignored. The book places McGarrity at the center of Irish Republicanism during one of the most critical periods of its history. It is hard to imagine how militant Irish Republicanism would have evolved had it not been for the role and influence of this long-neglected figure in Irish history. Aidan Beatty is a lecturer in the history department at Carnegie Mellon University. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network