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# teachers - Sunday 16 February, 2020
The Irish For: Why do so many Irish politicians start out as teachers?
Darach Ó Séaghdha asks why we elect so many múinteoirí to the Oireachtas.
# teachers - Tuesday 4 February, 2020
'The hypocrisy of it really bothers me': Secondary school teachers on why they're striking today
Over 90% of the Teachers Union of Ireland’s 19,000 members voted in favour of taking industrial action today.
# teachers - Saturday 18 January, 2020
Poll: Do you support post-primary teachers going on strike next month?
Members of the Teachers’ Union of Ireland will strike on Tuesday 4 February.
# teachers - Wednesday 11 December, 2019
Suggestions children aged 4 would be taught about masturbation called out as 'dangerous scaremongering'
The minister said the ethos of the school is central to any curriculum and will be protected.
# teachers - Sunday 10 November, 2019
'Young people learn about sex through porn, many have no idea what a healthy relationship looks like'
Parents and teachers need to be better equipped to talk to young people about sex and relationships, Noeline Blackwell has said.
# teachers - Thursday 10 October, 2019
Gaeltacht grant to be restored for trainee teachers but not all students will be eligible
Minister Joe McHugh announced the measure in his department’s Budget 2020 briefing.
# teachers - Monday 16 September, 2019
Teachers at DCU English school say offer of 50c pay increase is 'a slap in the face' Exclusive
Staff at the school have raised a number of issues about pay and conditions.
# teachers - Saturday 17 August, 2019
'Absolutely unacceptable': Teachers unsure of when they'll be paid after starting new jobs
Concerns have been raised about the length of time it takes to process teachers’ appointments.
# teachers - Wednesday 12 June, 2019
Education minister's UAE 'fact-finding mission' on what will bring Irish teachers back home
More than 2,000 Irish people are employed in the education sector in the UAE.
# teachers - Friday 7 June, 2019
This new website is working to encourage Irish teachers abroad to return home
Turasabhaile.com will focus on connecting schools with teachers who are working overseas.
# teachers - Thursday 2 May, 2019
Florida approves bill allowing teachers to carry guns
The aim of the measure is to prevent school shootings but opponents say it’s a dangerous move.
# teachers - Wednesday 24 April, 2019
Grant won't be reinstated to student teachers spending thousands on placements in the Gaeltacht
The expense runs into thousands for students who spend two months in the Gaeltacht.
# teachers - Monday 22 April, 2019
Teachers to be rotated among schools under new substitute panel plan
Schools in North and South Dublin, Cork, Galway, Kildare and Meath are being targeted in the new initiative.
# teachers - Friday 5 April, 2019
'We shouldn't be defensive about debate led by young people': Bruton defends stance on 'Meatless Monday' teaching pack
The Irish Farmers Association want the teaching pack withdrawn or amended.
# teachers - Thursday 28 February, 2019
Substitute teachers refunded after some overtaxed by over €1,200
The issue was caused by a payroll system error that reduced their tax credits to zero.
# teachers - Thursday 14 February, 2019
European Court rules that two-tier teacher pay scale isn't age discrimination
Teacher’s union the INTO said that it the ruling was “a bitter disappointment”.
# teachers - Wednesday 13 February, 2019
'There are always consequences': Minister responds to claim teachers may seek pay rise following recommendation on nurses
The ongoing nurses’ strike was suspended on Monday following a Labour Court recommendation on pay and conditions.
# teachers - Friday 1 February, 2019
'Deeply shocking': Substitute teachers wrongly overtaxed after new system kicks in
The issue has affected a number of substitute teachers who were paid in the first and second pay runs of 2019.
# teachers - Friday 25 January, 2019
Teachers speak out: 'Homeless students are being forced to live a double life'
Latest figures show that there are over 3,800 children living in emergency accommodation in Ireland.
# teachers - Monday 3 December, 2018
Poll: How do you feel about buying Christmas presents for teachers?
Some people are sick of the whole thing.
# teachers - Thursday 8 November, 2018
'Embarrassing and nasty': Teachers report high levels of anxiety and stress due to cyberbullying by pupils
There have been calls for more resources for teachers.
# teachers - Wednesday 31 October, 2018
Primary schools braced for strike action as INTO to ballot on next move
The union will meet next Wednesday to agree on a ballot for industrial action, up to and including a strike.
# teachers - Wednesday 17 October, 2018
Teachers will be allowed work beyond 70 in their final school year under new law
Under current rules, those working in the public service must retire from their job at age 65.
# teachers - Thursday 20 September, 2018
Teachers avoid jail after 'ugly' brawl at Dublin pub
The men were fined instead.
# teachers - Tuesday 28 August, 2018
Irish people on Twitter have been sharing some really lovely things teachers did for them back in school
This will probably make you miss school.
# teachers - Tuesday 3 July, 2018
Homeless children in education: 'She is very tired in school, exhausted, I would be too if I had to travel'
A new report by the Children’s Rights Alliance looks at the impact of homelessness on children’s education.
# teachers - Monday 4 June, 2018
Poll: Were your parents the biggest influence on your career choice?
Parents may not be fully aware of the vast range of science and technology careers available, Dr Des Fitzgerald said.
# teachers - Monday 21 May, 2018
Parents and students are being asked for their say on the use of smartphones in schools
Age restrictions, the use of phones in the classroom, and the taking of photos in school are just some of the issues being consulted on.
# teachers - Tuesday 24 April, 2018
'Scramble' for Leaving Cert examiners due to shortage across all subjects, Dáil told
Teachers, including recently qualified teachers and retired teachers, are being asked to apply.
# teachers - Monday 23 April, 2018
It's Active School Week and students are being encouraged to get out and try new activities
“We’re aiming to get everyone moving, and that’s particularly important for children.”
# teachers - Saturday 7 April, 2018
'I've lost over €20k already. I can't save, get a mortgage or plan to have kids': Lower-pay teachers speak out
In a week where teachers united in their calls for equal pay, we spoke to some about their experiences.
# teachers - Wednesday 4 April, 2018
Parents and students will be able to have their say on the use of smartphones in schools
The Education Minister said smartphone use by students “increasingly caused concern”.
# teachers - Tuesday 3 April, 2018
Richard Bruton heckled at conference as teachers threaten to strike over pay issues
Unions have voted in favour of industrial action if pay inequality is not addressed.
Minister orders full review of sex education in schools
Richard Bruton is due to address the annual conference of the ASTI teachers’ union this morning.
# teachers - Monday 2 April, 2018
Unions will 'shut down schools' if equal pay for young teachers is not restored
The president of the INTO said members’ patience is now running thin.
# teachers - Friday 16 March, 2018
Career breaks: 'We shouldn't be stopping young teachers from going and exploring the world'
We need to look at the real reasons behind our teacher shortages and think about how we can attract more people into the teaching profession, writes Garrett O’Dowd.
# teachers - Wednesday 14 March, 2018
Want to be a teacher? The Government has allocated an extra 280 third level places
Specific focus will be placed on science, technology, engineering and maths teachers.
# teachers - Friday 26 January, 2018
Richard Bruton targets career breaks and expresses concern that teachers are working abroad
The minister says that career breaks should only be granted if schools can replace the teacher.
# teachers - Monday 25 December, 2017
'Problems coming in the door are more intense': Guidance counsellors say cuts hit teens hard
Some 600 of these posts were withdrawn in Budget 2012.
# teachers - Sunday 5 November, 2017
Kilkenny mother starts petition for all teachers in Ireland to have CPR and first aid training
Maria Condon said defibrillators in all schools “is a great idea but is going to be pointless unless all staff are trained”.
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Poll: What's the best way to eat spuds?
WITH MANY OF us remaining at home in recent weeks, some of us have been turning our hand to a lot more cooking than we may normally have done.
A chance to be more creative for sure, but also a chance to cook the old reliables and make sure they’re done well.
One thing we all have a preference on is potatoes.
But what is the best way to eat them?
Poll Results:
Mash (3442)
Roast (3369)
Boiled/Steamed (1894)
Chips (1437)
Gratin (780)
Baked (707)
Fried (255)
I don't like spuds (163)
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Trevor O’Sullivan documents his challenges as a person with CF during the Covid-19 crisis.
A nurse returning to work at the frontline: 'Not all heroes wear capes, but they all need a face mask'
By Deirdre Mullins
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By Dr Deirdre G. O'Donovan
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