Podcasts about Transition Year

Irish critical infrastructure specialist, Turnua, has announced a new partnership with Future Academy to launch the Turnua Future Academy, a digital skills and innovation hub focused on developing AI and digital skills for enterprises and students alike. Based at Turnua's Critical Infrastructure Hub in Naas, County Kildare, the partnership is designed to give students and professionals practical experience in digital, AI, and innovation skills within a real-world infrastructure environment. The Turnua Future Academy is Turnua's innovation and capability hub, connecting students, small businesses, and large enterprises with future skills through real-world building rather than classroom learning. Delivered within Turnua's purpose-built Critical Infrastructure Hub, the project will support a range of programmes focused on practical learning and real-world application. These include hands-on innovation camps for Transition Year students as well as digital and AI workshops and readiness diagnostics for enterprises. This blended approach is designed to strengthen links between education, industry, and community, while ensuring learning remains grounded in current and emerging technology needs. For SMEs and enterprise teams, the Turnua Future Academy will deliver practical AI and digital build workshops designed to help organisations adopt modern technologies with confidence. These sessions focus on developing real outputs, such as digital tools, automations, and AI-powered solutions, created during guided, hands-on workshops. This is complemented by a Digital and AI Readiness Diagnostic, which supports business leaders in understanding digital maturity, identifying capability gaps, and developing a clear, actionable roadmap aligned to organisational goals. The Transition Year (TY) Innovation Build Camps will place students inside the type of environment where modern digital systems, AI workloads, and infrastructure are designed and operated. Working in teams, students will have the ability to share ideas, identify opportunities, build prototypes, and pitch their final concepts to community partners with the goal of developing confidence and practical capabilities. The TY programme is supported by engagement with businesses, who provide real-world challenges and act as project sponsors. A recent report from Microsoft and Trinity College Dublin estimates that AI adoption could add €250 billion to Ireland's GDP by 2035. However, the same report also highlighted a lack of expertise and uncertainty around structured deployment as key barriers to AI adoption in Ireland. Meanwhile, the Department of Enterprise, Trade, and Employment has set an ambition for 75 percent of all businesses in Ireland to be using AI, cloud, and big data by 2030. The collaboration between Turnua and Future Academy will help address the country's AI skills shortages and better equip the Irish workforce, from students to seasoned professionals. Speaking about the partnership, David Cox, Founder and Managing Director of Turnua, said: "We are very excited to launch this programme in partnership with Future Academy. I am personally passionate about equipping younger generations to better navigate the digital landscape aligned with the future of work. The Turnua Future Academy brings us one step closer to bridging the digital skills gap in a modern Irish workforce." Jenny Melia, CEO, Enterprise Ireland, added: "Enterprise Ireland is committed to supporting Ireland's homegrown entrepreneurs to succeed in global markets, and this includes a focus on boosting productivity and embracing the true potential of digital tools like AI. Turnua's partnership with Future Academy is a fantastic example of how Irish companies are proactively addressing digital skills needs by providing a hands-on environment for AI and digital transformation at their Naas hub. This partnership will support them to future-proof their own operations, while also providing an important resource for ...

A Transition Year team from Ennistymon Community School has achieved national success, winning the ThinkLanguages final against competition from over 240 schools. To tell us more, Alan Morrissey was joined by TY Student & Team captain, Ava Singleton and JCSP Coordinator at Ennistymon Community School, Hanna Kobyliakova. Photo (c) Languages Connect

What You Need To Know• Commercial-grade fumed silica achieved at pilot scale, triggering inbound interest• New technology demand could push fumed silica beyond existing global capacity• UL 1642 cell-level certification opens U.S. battery commercialization pathways• Hydrogen is advancing toward defined remote and industrial energy use casesIn this wide ranging discussion, Bernard Tourillon joins usto unpack what management describes as a turning point year. After years of development across three advanced material platforms, the conversation makes clear that HPQ is no longer operating in a purely R&D driven phase.The shift began when HPQ successfully replicated commercial grade fumed silica at pilot scale. That milestone did more than validate the process. It triggered unsolicited outreach from multiple external groups tied to advanced technology infrastructure.Management outlined why fumed silica is increasingly being viewed as a strategic material rather than a niche industrial input. Emerging technology infrastructure requires materials that can withstand higher performance thresholds, and existing supply chains may not be positioned to respond quickly.Today, roughly half of global fumed silica supply is produced in China. At the same time, traditional producers face long construction timelines, complex permitting, and high energy intensity when adding new capacity.HPQ's process takes a different approach by converting quartz directly into fumed silica in a single step. This enables faster permitting, simpler plant construction, and modular expansion once the first commercial facility is built.The company believes this structural advantage could become increasingly relevant if demand accelerates faster than incumbents can scale.On the battery side, HPQ achieved UL 1642 cell level certification, which management repeatedly described as a critical inflection point. Without this certification, customers face barriers related to insurance, transportation, and regulatory compliance.With certification now in place, discussions can move from technical interest to practical execution.According to Tourillon, this allows conversations to advance into customer qualification, volume planning, and partnership structures, particularly in the U.S. market. The company is now developing multiple battery iterations tailored to different performance profiles, including applications such as drones and mobility platforms.Government involvement was also highlighted as a form of validation rather than dependence. Funding is structured to support ongoing scale up as milestones are met, rather than requiring full capital commitment in advance.While hydrogen remains earlier in its commercialization timeline, management emphasized that its role is becoming more concrete. The technology is designed for decentralized energy environments where diesel remains the default option due to logistics and reliability constraints.Examples discussed include northern housing developments, mining camps, and remote industrial sites. HPQ's approach uses recycled aluminum as a stable energy carrier that can be stored indefinitely and activated on demand to produce energy and heat.Tourillon noted that economics and demand visibility are improving, with expectations that early 2026 will begin to demonstrate clearer commercial validation for this platform.One of the most consequential moments in the interview came during a candid discussion about corporate structure. With all three platforms advancing simultaneously, management acknowledged that the current structure may not fully reflect underlying value.“The reality is that the sum of our parts is bigger than the company.”Tourillon confirmed that 2026 is likely the year when formal separation processes begin, with fumed silica identified as the most probable first candidate for independence. The company is already structurally prepared for this outcome through existing subsidiaries.

Oliver meets Gavin Hefferon who created a haircare product for men for his Transition Year project, and has gone on to create a global brand with it.

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Lisdoonvarna Tidy Towns has teamed up with local Transition Year students to help the community better prepare for severe weather and emergencies. Members of Lisdoonvarna Tidy Towns, Brian Dowd and Sharon Donnelly recently spent an afternoon with students from Mary Immaculate, kicking off a new Severe Weather Preparedness Project that will see practical guides created for homes and businesses ahead of future storm seasons. Brian ans Sharon joined Alan Morrissey on Morning Focus to talk about the project, the student involvement, and why community preparedness is so important. Image (c) Lisdoonvara Tidy Towns via Facebook

Students from Meán Scoil Mhuire have made regional history by becoming the first in the Midlands to graduate with a University Level 6 Module Certificate in 21st Century STEM Skills from Technological University of the Shannon (TUS). The graduation ceremony took place at the Midlands Showcase on 3 December at TUS, where the school's Transition Year students received their certificates in front of an audience of businesses, educators, and regional innovators. The STEM Passport for Inclusion Programme represents a significant step towards educational equity in the region. Built on the success of similar work with Maynooth University in Longford, the programme was adapted and delivered by TUS after their lecturers shadowed the original Maynooth team. Meán Scoil Mhuire volunteered to be the pilot post-primary school for this Midlands expansion. The qualification now carries substantial weight for students' futures. TUS has recently secured accreditation to offer a DEIS STEM pathway, awarding 50 Leaving Certificate CAO points to programme graduates. This creates a direct route into third-level education and STEM qualifications for students regardless of their backgrounds. Cathaoirleach of Longford County Council, Cllr Garry Murtagh said, "These young people have shown remarkable determination and vision. By completing this demanding university-level programme whilst still in secondary school, they've proven that talent exists everywhere - it simply needs the right opportunities to flourish. This graduation marks the beginning of our ambition to position the Midlands as Ireland's premier region for ICT education and digital innovation." Chief Executive of Longford County Council, Paddy Mahon said, "Education transforms lives, and this programme demonstrates what becomes possible when local government, universities, and schools work in genuine partnership. We're committed to extending the STEM Passport for Inclusion across all Midland counties. Every student who gains these skills and qualifications strengthens not just their own future, but the economic and social fabric of our entire region." The programme's expansion is supported by collaboration between Longford County Council, the STEM Passport for Inclusion team at Maynooth University, TUS, and the Midlands ICT Network. TUS joins MTU Kerry and Maynooth University in delivering this pathway, ensuring students from underrepresented groups gain increased access to STEM careers. A panel discussion at the Midlands Showcase, titled "How STEM in the Midlands is Redefining Ireland's Digital Horizon", featured Christine Collins (Broadband & Digital Officer, Longford County Council), Sabahat Khan (Assistant Chief Executive/CIO, LGMA), Elizabeth Clinton (INFUSE Team Lead, Ericsson), and Shannon Boyle (Teacher, St. Mary's Primary School, Edgeworthstown). The discussion was hosted by Gráinne Seoige. The initiative receives EU Just Transition funding. See more stories here.

Can you really teach empathy?The University of Galway have developed a module on empathy, which they are looking to have rolled out in classrooms to assist teachers help Transition Year students learn the vital life skills of empathy.But, what is it all about?Dr Charlotte Silke is the Lead Researcher with Unesco Child and Family Research Centre, and joins Seán to discuss.

Ennistymon Community School has just completed a vibrant and ambitious ThinkLanguages Week. It was packed with cultural workshops, primary-school outreach, local business partnerships, university engagement, and the launch of two new Erasmus+ projects. The celebration, led by Transition Year students, showcased the many languages and cultures within the school while highlighting the growing opportunities for students who continue with language learning. To tell us more about the week's success, Alan Morrissey was joined by Joanne Hession, German, Spanish and Media teacher. Photo (c) Languages Connect

A first-of-its-kind empathy education programme from the University of Galway is being rolled out to Transition Year students nationwide, aimed at boosting compassion and emotional skills in schools across the country. We discussed this with Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin.

Can you really teach empathy?The University of Galway have developed a module on empathy, which they are looking to have rolled out in classrooms to assist teachers help Transition Year students learn the vital life skills of empathy.But, what is it all about?Dr Charlotte Silke is the Lead Researcher with Unesco Child and Family Research Centre, and joins Seán to discuss.

A first-of-its-kind empathy education programme from the University of Galway is being rolled out to Transition Year students nationwide, aimed at boosting compassion and emotional skills in schools across the country. We discussed this with Brendan Kelly, Professor of Psychiatry at Trinity College Dublin.

Have you ever wondered what the fascination is with Porsche and Lamborghini tractors? Pauric Connolly joins us on the podcast this week to explain everything and discuss a great initiative he has created called Projekt Porsche Junior, which is helping Transition Year students restore a vintage Porsche tractor.  Need a coffee fix? Head over to 3FE Coffee and get everything you could possibly need delivered straight to your door. Visit 3fe.com Follow 50to70 on Instagram Follow Dave Humphreys on Instagram Follow Cormac Singleton on Instagram Follow 3FE Coffee on Instagram Get your 3FE Coffee Here

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The 2025 I Wish Survey has found that more than half of girls in single-sex schools see limited subject choice as a barrier to pursuing STEM. The annual 2025 Survey of Female Students' Attitudes to STEM by I Wish - a national non-profit that empowers girls to see the potential of STEM - also reveals stark differences between single-sex and mixed schools. Among the 2,335 Transition Year female students surveyed in single-sex schools, just 5% reported access to Construction Studies and 6% to Engineering, compared with 84% and 74% respectively in mixed schools. This trend reflects the national outlook, with the Department of Education's 2024 Indicator Report showing that only 71% of girls' schools offer at least one STEM subject beyond Maths or Science, compared with 96% of boys' schools. These findings highlight the structural barriers that continue to shape subject choice for girls in single-sex schools, limiting early exposure to key STEM pathways. The report calls for urgent action to ensure equal access to STEM education for every girl in Ireland. Central to this mission is the 11th annual I Wish Festival, taking place on 5 February 2026 at the RDS Dublin, which will bring together over 4,000 students to hear from leading female voices in global STEM industries. Registration is now open at iwish.ie/tickets/. Speaking at the launch of the Report at Government Buildings, Taoiseach Micheál Martin said: "I Wish continues to play a pivotal role in inspiring the next generation of girls to pursue futures in STEM. As technology and AI rapidly evolve, Ireland must have a strong pipeline of diverse talent ready to meet that challenge. The latest report from I Wish reinforces that early engagement is essential. This Government is fully committed to addressing the barriers facing females in STEM and ensuring every girl has the opportunity to shape their future through science, technology, engineering and mathematics." I Wish co-founder, Gillian Keating, added: "We're seeing real progress as more young women than ever before are pursuing STEM at third level, and that's something to celebrate. But this year's findings make it clear that the pipeline is still too narrow at the start. Limited subject choices, particularly in single-sex schools, continue to restrict girls' opportunities. Exposure drives opportunity. "The I Wish Festival is part of that journey, a vibrant, high-energy space where girls can experience STEM in action, meet inspiring women, and start to imagine their own futures in these fields." After a successful two-year pilot, I Wish have announced a new partnership with Logitech to scale its Primary Programme, which helps boost girls' confidence in STEM from a younger age through alumni talks, industry visits and hands-on experiments. Participation in the programme grew by 38% in 2025, reaching 265 students. However, confidence remains a concern - just half (49%) of students at primary level said they felt good at maths only sometimes, while 17% were not confident in STEM. I Wish co-founder, Caroline O'Driscoll, said: "Early intervention is critical. Almost half of the students express a growing anxiety about maths, and that's a concern. On a more positive note, 50% of students want more STEM activities in the classroom, with 95% of girls saying they believed that girls can be just as good as boys in STEM. That curiosity and confidence need to be nurtured. "Interestingly, we are also seeing a really strong link between sport and confidence. The data shows a clear difference: girls who play sport are more confident in STEM subjects, school life, and even speaking up in class - often by 10 to 15 percentage points. Building that connection between sport and STEM helps develop resilience, teamwork and problem-solving skills that open the door to underrepresented STEM fields." The I Wish 2025 Survey of Female Students' Attitudes to STEM sets out a roadmap for change, calling for early access to STEM education for all girls, ...

Transition Year offers students a valuable opportunity to explore potential career paths, but securing meaningful work experience placements can be challenging - particularly for students in rural areas or schools with limited industry connections. Local companies may not offer programmes, or students may not be able to access them due to location or other commitments. In response to these challenges, Engineers Ireland's STEPS Engineering Your Future Transition Year initiative is now available in a fully online format. This free virtual work experience is designed to give students across Ireland a meaningful insight into the world of engineering - without the barriers of geography or limited placement availability. Students can explore a wide range of engineering disciplines, engage with real-world projects, and hear directly from Irish engineers working across various sectors - all from the comfort of their own homes or classrooms. The programme includes reading material, video and interactive content, and webinars recorded by Irish engineers, and is structured to be flexible, allowing schools to integrate it into their Transition Year schedule with ease. "We are delighted to offer a solution that makes engineering work experience more inclusive," said Roseanne O'Leary, STEPS Team Leader, Engineers Ireland. "By offering this virtual work experience, we are ensuring that every student has the opportunity to discover the exciting possibilities of a career in engineering." This online programme complements the STEPS Engineering Your Future in-person experience that takes place in third-level institutes and organisations around Ireland (picture attached). The STEPS Engineering Your Future programme is open to all Transition Year students in Ireland and will run until 18 January 2026. This initiative is about inclusion, accessibility, and inspiration. Transition Year students and schools can now apply at: https://www.engineersireland.ie/Schools/Engineering-Your-Future/Engineering-Your-Future-Virtual-Work-Experience. 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.

The STEM Passport for Inclusion programme is delighted to announce the expansion of its partnership with Fexco, which will contribute €50,000 from 2025 to 2027. This partnership, which began in 2023, has allowed the programme to continue breaking down barriers in STEM education for young women from working-class communities across Ireland. STEM Passport for Inclusion, led by Professor Katriona O'Sullivan at Maynooth University, is designed to address systemic inequality in access to STEM. It empowers Transition Year students with a third-level STEM qualification (Level 6 NFQ) while still in school and pairs them with industry mentors who inspire, guide, and support their journey into STEM careers. The continued investment from Fexco marks a deepened commitment to inclusive innovation. In 2024 alone, 500 post-primary students in Munster benefitted from this partnership, gaining not only STEM education but also mentorship and real opportunities to explore careers in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. "Through this partnership with Fexco, we are ensuring that young women, who are often left out of the STEM conversation, have a seat at the table," said Professor Katriona O'Sullivan, Programme Director of STEM Passport for Inclusion. "This donation will help us continue our mission to provide equal opportunities in STEM education and inspire the next generation of innovators." Fexco, a long-time champion of innovation and inclusion, has been an essential supporter of the initiative over the past two years. Their involvement goes beyond funding, as Fexco employees serve as mentors, role models, and advocates for the next generation of STEM leaders. They are also committed to offering students valuable work experience, helping to build a strong and diverse future workforce. "We are incredibly proud to support the STEM Passport for Inclusion programme," said Neil Hosty, CEO of Fexco. "We believe in the power of education to transform lives and are committed to promoting inclusivity in STEM fields. This partnership aligns with our values of innovation, education, and community. By investing in these young women, we are investing in Ireland's future." The STEM Passport for Inclusion programme is made possible through collaboration with educational and industry partners, including Research Ireland, the Department of Education, Microsoft Dream Space, Munster Technological University, and the RDI Hub. Together, these partners are building a more inclusive STEM ecosystem nationwide. To celebrate the impact of the partnership, an awards event took place at the RDI Hub in Killorglin recently, honouring the achievements of students, mentors, and programme champions. For more information on the STEM Passport for Inclusion programme or to find out how you can support this work, please visit STEM Passport for Inclusion | Maynooth University.

Luke, Andy & Erin chat about their experiences with doing Transition Year, and share their tips for getting the most out of the extra year in school. ------ Got an idea you'd like us to cover on the podcast? Drop us a line at info@studyclix.ie, or reach out to us on social media. Our DMs are always open

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ESB Networks is proud to announce Oatlands College, Stillorgan, Dublin as the winners of its first ever Weather Watch Schools Programme aimed at educating young people about the impact weather has on electricity generation from wind and solar energy and encouraging energy awareness conversations beyond the classroom. The first-year classes standout entry creatively displayed their increased understanding of the link between weather patterns and renewable energy generation. St. Pauls Secondary School, Greenhills, Dublin and Ramsgrange, New Ross, Wexford were named as runners up. Launched in 2025, the ESB Networks Weather Watch Programme aims to support Junior Cycle and Transition Year students in exploring the link between weather and renewable energy. More than 8,000 students across 90 schools nationwide took part, each receiving a free weather station and gaining access to a suite of learning resources via the programme's dedicated website. These included lesson plans and activity sheets all designed to foster interactive learning. By integrating weather data tracking into classroom activities and encouraging students to examine the relationship between weather and electricity generation, the programme promoted energy awareness both inside and beyond the classroom, bringing the messaging from the ESB Networks campaign "Is This a Good Time?" to a wider audience. Weather Watch has helped bring this campaign into the classroom, linking energy use behaviour with real-time weather patterns observed by students. Speaking about the impact of the programme, Brónagh Sweeney, a teacher from the winning school Oatlands College, said: "This initiative gave students the opportunity to engage with real-world energy challenges. They are not only learning about sustainability - they are actively thinking about their own role in how energy is used." Participating schools played a key role in embedding the programme into everyday learning. Teachers praised the educational benefits of using the weather stations, which enabled students to see the science of renewable energy in action, analyse real-time data, and link it to broader national conversations about energy use and sustainability. Lindsay Sharpe, Strategy and Customer Management, ESB Networks said: "The Weather Watch Programme has exceeded our expectations in building a national network of informed, engaged, and proactive young energy ambassadors. It demonstrates the power of education in driving real change and inspiring the next generation to support Ireland's journey to a cleaner energy future." As Ireland continues to prioritise sustainability and reduce reliance on fossil fuels, the lessons learned through the Weather Watch Programme will help equip young people to play a vital role in shaping a more energy-aware society. The next instalment of the programme will launch in the upcoming school term, expanding to even more secondary schools across Ireland. For future updates visit www.esbnetworksweatherwatch.ie. 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.

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Transition Year students from St. Flannan's College took on a big challenge, in aid 3 charities last Friday, the 2nd of May. Following last year's successful climb of Croagh Patrick, they took to the mountain once again, to raise funds for Cahercalla Community Care, Milford Hospice, and Cancer Care West. To find out more about the climb, Alan Morrissey was joined in-studio by Transition Year Students, Dylan Lehane & Oscar O'Gara and teacher, Edel Vaughan. To support, please visit https://www.gofundme.com/f/st-flannans-college-ty-students-climb-for-cancer

All this week, Transition Year students have been taking part in Radio Kerry's TY Week with Learning Waves. The culmination of the week-long course is tomorrow morning's Saturday Supplement programme, which the TY students have put together. Jerry spoke to Daniel Coleman, Evita Krisiuleviciute, Emilie Keane Stack, and Aisha Pabon, about what's coming up on the show.

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Short term loan maturities are a death sentence in a down market, which is causing major pain for sponsors and Limited Partners. Since mid-2022, multifamily prices have plummeted as high as 40%, and transaction volume is down 80%. Class C, in particular, has taken the largest beating. Currently, lenders are giving loan extensions to sponsors who can raise more money, thereby reducing their exposure. In turn, the lenders are hoping they'll be able to foreclose at the end of the extension, and sell the properties in a better market. Brian Burke, President and CEO of Praxis Capital, has been through several cycles, and believes that 2025 will be a transition year for multifamily. 

Is transition year a doss or is it necessary?

The Transition Year has garnered the interest of the international media, as a formative experience for young students. With Oscar winner Cillian Murphy giving his support also to the programme, offering an oasis between junior and senior exam cycles.But, particularly where expense is concerned, has it become too much?Is the cost of another school year worth it? Or should the programme be centrally funded before it properly earns the nickname of a ‘doss year'?Joining Andrea to discuss is Kevin Shortall, Principal of St. Aidan's Community School, Tallaght, Barbara Ennis, Principal of Alexandra College Dublin and more to discuss.

The Story of Young Champions Fighting Homelessness.In this episode of the All Walks podcast, we meet an incredible group of young people proving that true heroism often goes unseen, thriving in the shadows, where they bring light to those who need it most. We are joined by Founder Brandon, Stephen and Dylan, all volunteers with the DHA>A Mission Born of EmpathyEvery night, when most of us are sleeping soundly, this team of volunteers ventures into the city streets. Their mission? To provide essential supplies, warm meals, and a glimmer of hope to people experiencing homelessness in Dublin City.This initiative started as a simple idea when founder Brandon O'Connor (I while in Transition Year) arranged a sleep out to support his mum, who experienced homelessness and addiction. It was sparked by the desire to make a difference. now six years on with 20 volunteers strong, the DHA is going from strength to strength.Navigating Danger and UncertaintyThe streets of Dublin city at night can be unpredictable and dangerous, but these young heroes don't flinch. They've faced challenges ranging from inclement weather to tense encounters, yet their resolve remains unshaken. Building Bridges, Not Just Giving AidThis isn't just about handing out blankets or food; it's about creating human connections. They listen to stories, provide encouragement, and, perhaps most importantly, remind people they are not forgotten.Why Their Work MattersHomelessness is a complex issue often reduced to stereotypes or ignored altogether. This group reminds us that solutions don't always have to come from large organisations or government policies. Sometimes, it's individuals who make the most profound impact.

It is TY Media Week, with a group of Transition Year students in Clare FM from Monday to Friday. The students, who attend different schools in Clare, are learning all about radio. Alan Morrisey was joined by two of the students, Dylan McGloin from Rice College Ennis and Ava Carrol from St Patrick's Comprehensive, as well as our own Colum McGrath. Photo (c): Clare FM

A new RSA programme, launched in September, delivering road safety education to transition year students has proved to be a success. To tell us more about the programme, we were joined by Mary Madden, Director of Schools from the Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim ETB and by the RSA's Director of Partnerships and External Affairs Sarah O'Connor.

10am Hour 1 - Sal talks about how this "transition year" for the Bills has gone differently than expected.

Today the Ombudsman for Children's Office is calling for fair and equitable access for all students to Transition Year. For more on this we heard from Eric Nelligan, Teacher, assistant principal and Aontu Spokesperson on Education.

Student Ethan Coll and teacher Kieran Kelly from Coláiste Mhuire, secondary school in Mullingar told Brendan about the incredible things they've been doing to highlight road safety in their Transition Year class. They've even made a viral video! It can be viewed on the Coláiste Mhuire Instagram page.

A former County Councillor believes it's crucial that road safety education becomes a core part of the school curriculum. It comes as a safe driving programme is set to be rolled out in September for all Transition Year students and will focus on preparing students for learning to drive while educating them on the dangers of unsafe behaviour on the road. 119 people have died on Irish roads so far this year, which is 14 more than this time last year. Former Sixmilebridge Independent Councillor PJ Ryan says young people need to understand the dangers associated with driving.

8am hour 3 - The guys talk about the expectations for the Bills this year and if they can still succeed if they're considered a team in transition. 

Transition year was introduced in schools almost 30 years ago, in September 1994. But has it served its purpose? We ask Gemma Lawlor Guidance Counsellor at Tyndall College Carlow.

Transition Year was first introduced in secondary schools 50 years ago, but how has the program changed since then? And what are the pros and cons of the so-called ‘doss' year?To discuss, Kieran Cuddihy is joined by Eric Nelligan, Assistant Principal at St Munchins College Limerick and Aontú's Education Spokesperson, and Newstalk's own Alex Rowley.

Mary McCarthy, freelance journalist // Kevin Shortall, principal of St. Aidan's Community School, Tallaght

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A tweet from Psychologist and Author Katriona O'Sullivan shocked many today. Her son told her that 'The poor kids are often the rule breakers & don't get accepted into TY!'. This was after a conversation on the cost of school trips. Is this a common thing?Andrea is joined by Katriona as well as listeners to discuss.

Alannah Corcoran Cusack is one of five students from Coláiste Dún an Rí in Cavan that have created a bin that automatically sorts rubbish. They hope to travel to Tokyo in August to compete at the Students Advancement of Global Entrepreneurship (SAGE) World Cup if they can get enough funding.

The students at St. Anne's Community College in Killaloe are hosting their inaugural arts and music festival later this week. The Fresh Eyes Festival, which will take place on Thursday (16th May), is a youth led arts and music festival that has been organised by and is being run by the college's Transition Year students. To find out more about the event, Alan Morrissey spoke with students Aisling O'Connor and Sara Lancaster.

Transition Year students from Rice College have presented their vision for Ennis in 2040 at Clare County Council. Months of research and action planning went into the presentation to a panel of judges as part of the Ennis 2040 DAC education programme. To discuss this further Alan Morrissey was joined by Kevin Corrigan, the Chief Operating Officer of Ennis 2040 DAC and by TY Students from Rice College: Kelly McMahon, Sanjida Rahman, Ania Rog and Isabelle Keane.

On Tuesday's Morning Focus, Alan Morrissey was joined by John Burns, retired Deputy Principal at Rice College and Director of the Burns Study Centre in Ennis. This week, John discussed the pros and cons of transition year.

Transition Year students from St. Flannan's College are getting ready to take on a big challenge, in aid of local charities. Tomorrow they will climb Croagh Patrick to raise vital funds for Cahercalla Community Care, Milford Hospice and Cancer Care Galway. To find out more about the climb, Alan Morrissey was joined in studio by Transition Year Students, Maggie Murphy and Alex Furey, and teacher, Edel Vaughan from St Flannan's. To donate, please visit: https://gofund.me/ddfd86b7

125 Transition Year students from St.Flannan's College in Ennis will climb Croagh Patrick tomorrow to raise much needed funds for local charities. The money raised by the students will be donated to Cahercalla Community Care, Milford Hospice and Cancer Care Galway. Over €2,300 has already been raised by the students through various fundraising campaigns. Edel Vaughan, teacher at St.Flannans's, says the cause is very important to all at the school.

Gort Community School are putting together the final preparations for their Super 9's Camogie and Hurling tournaments that take place on the 30th of April and the 9th of May.  This tournament is organised and run by the Transition Year students in the school under the Future Leaders programme and has become incredibly successful with some of the top teams in the country taking part.  Zara Coppinger and Colm Madden spoke to John Mulligan as part of Sunday Sport. 

Sarah O' Connor, a director with the RSA, discusses plans to create a new road safety module for transition year students.

Stephen Fletcher presents Beyond Belief for Palm Sunday. Brendan O'Brien talks to some Transition Year students from St Anne's Community College Killaloe. Brendan speaks to the School Chaplain Ms. Karol Torpey and students: 1. Jacob Niland, O' Brien'sbridge 2. Jack Hession, Bridgetown 3.Eoin Bourke, Ballina 4.Molly Keogh, O'Briensbridge 5. Jack Scullane, Ballina 6. Grace Seymour, Killaloe 7. Caoimhe Naughton, O'Briensbridge 8. Thomas Gunson McInerney, Boher. The students are involved in a church cleaning project for Lent and we chat about this, the context of it and what it and religion means to young people in the modern world. Stephen Fletcher talks to the Church of Ireland Dean of Killaloe the Very Revd Niall Sloane. Fr Gerry Kenny joins him for coffee and they talk about Holy Week.