Carol Nolan

Recognition of issues in the Bill relating to special education and difficulties that could arise for special schools and special classes

To argue Educate Together's position on the School Admissions Bill

English Language Training to be assigned to and be accountable to one government department or body

Reform of school admission policies/School patronage reform/Curriculum reform/Guidelines for schools on opt outs

Government policies and budgeting which ensures that no child or family are financially or educationally disadvantaged as a result of accessing school based education, through investment in school books an book rental schemes; the elimination of requests for so called…

Changes in respect of operational issues

to restore pay parity

outline of difficuities and discussion re proposed amendments to the Bill

That the Government prioritises educationally disadvantaged adult learners by investing in Community Education.

To secure commitment to expand the NEPS service included in any future Programme for Government, as per the manifesto commitments made by parties involved in negotiating the formation of a new government, and also seeking the support of other parties and independents to support…

To have the ex-quota guidance provision for second-level schools restored::To have the moratorium on posts of responsiblity in schools lifted::To have the common pay scale for all teachers restored::To have FEMPI legislation repealed

Mandatory teacher training on dyslexia (pre and post service), training of specialist teachers to assess for dyslexia in schools, increase in NEPS and establishment of public assessment service for adults with queried dyslexia, exam accommodations provided at Junior Cert. carry…