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Minister Foley confirms arrangements for State Examinations 2022
Created : 01 Feb 2022, 2:20 PM
Archived : 31 Mar 2022, 4:23 PM
Minister Foley confirms arrangements for State Examinations 2022 Following a Government decision today, Minister for Education Norma Foley TD has announced extensive changes to the state examinations for 2022. To take into account the disruption to teaching and learning experienced by the Leaving Certificate class of 2022, extensive changes will be made to the written Leaving Certificate 2022 examinations. In addition, the Minister has announced that the overall set of results in 2022 will be no lower than in 2021, ensuring that the class of 2022 will not be disadvantaged. The Junior Cycle examinations will run in June as normal for the first time since 2019. The Minister attended a meeting of the advisory group on state examinations this morning and advised of these changes. The decision to make the extensive changes to the examination papers has been taken to provide the Leaving Certificate students of 2022 with certainty and clarity and will provide the fairest pathway to successfully completing their post-primary education and enabling them to progress to further and higher education and training, apprenticeships and the world of work. Full details of the extensive changes made to the examinations will be published next week on gov.ie/Leavingcertificate and on the SEC website www.examinations.ie, and notified to schools who will communicate this to students. The examination papers from 2021 will form a useful guide to students in preparing for the examinations and teachers assisting them in their preparations. Minister Foley said: “The Leaving Certificate class of 2022 has experienced significant disruption to their learning and their school experience. In light of this, following extensive engagement with the advisory group on planning for state examinations, I can confirm this plan for significant changes to the examinations, which takes account of the experiences of students during the pandemic and will provide the best possible pathway for this year’s Leaving Certificate students. “The students had a number of concerns. They wanted clarity and certainty. I have answered both of those valid concerns by making this announcement earlier than last year. “Students also raised concerns over the potential disadvantage the class of 2022 would face when compared to the class of 2021 in terms of grade inflation. To alleviate this concern, I have asked the SEC to put in place measures to ensure that the overall set of results in the aggregate for this year will be no lower than last year. “Today I can confirm extensive changes to the written paper in acknowledgement of the challenges our students have faced. They build on the changes already made to the papers and notified to students last August. These combined changes mean that students need not be concerned that they will be disadvantaged compared to their peers. The exams will be structured in a familiar way, but with more choice and a reduction in the number of questions to be answered this will not be the traditional Leaving Certificate exam. "Throughout this extensive engagement process there were many varied and valued opinions and concerns raised by the stakeholders. I want to thank sincerely all the members involved in the Advisory Group process, students, parents, teacher unions, school management bodies and the State Examinations Commission, the National Council for Curriculum and Assessment, the Department of Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, the Higher Education Authority and representatives of higher education for their intensive engagement with my Department on this issue.” An alternative set of Leaving Certificate examinations will be run in 2022, shortly following the main set of examinations. These examinations will be limited to certain categories of students, such as those who experience a close family bereavement, COVID-19 illness and certain other categories of serious illness, during the first examination period. There will be strict eligibility criteria applying to this contingency sitting. Junior Cycle examinations will also take place this summer. Adjustments to the assessment arrangements for Junior Cycle have been made and advised in August 2021, including a reduction in the number of Classroom Based Assessments to be completed, the removal of the requirement to complete Assessment Tasks and adjustments to the requirements in coursework and practical performance tests. These adjustments provide for more teaching time in schools. The timetable for the written Leaving Certificate and Junior Cycle examinations in June will be published by the State Examinations Commission in the coming days, following engagement with stakeholders. The arrangements for Leaving Certificate Oral Examinations in Irish and the Modern Foreign Languages and the practical performance tests in Leaving Certificate Music are as advised late last year. These examinations will take place outside of school time over the first week of the school Easter holidays, with the examinations running in schools during the six-day period Saturday 9 April to Thursday 14 April inclusive. Working with the State Examinations Commission (SEC), and the SEC examiners assigned to the school in each subject, schools will have some flexibility in scheduling the examinations during this period based on local needs. Running the oral examinations before Easter will leave students free over the second week of the Easter holidays. The SEC has also notified students and schools of additional flexibility in the completion of coursework. All aspects of staging the State examinations will be guided by public health advice and schools will be supported and given clear guidance on the staging of the examinations. The impact of COVID-19 continues to present many challenges and present many unknowns. The Department of Education will be working closely with the State Examinations Commission with a view to ensuring that the results of the examinations are available in time to meet the needs of students and stakeholders.
6th year Saturday Study
Created : 03 Feb 2022, 11:14 AM
Archived : 31 Mar 2022, 4:23 PM
Dear Parents/Guardians/Students, I am delighted to say that Saturday study for 6th year students will begin this Saturday, 5th February 2022. Sincere thanks to our Parents' Association, who generously volunteer to supervise, Study will run from 10am until 1pm on Saturdays (apart from holidays and other notified days via the school app), providing students with a quiet place to study. If your son/daughter wishes to avail of this free service please send an email to saturdaystudy@cpckilcullen.com with their details. All established school Covid measures still apply during study. I hope that those who avail of the opportunity find it beneficial. J Leonard, Principal.
CPC School Calendar
Created : 31 Jan 2022, 4:00 PM
Archived : 31 Mar 2022, 12:00 AM
Did you get your 2022 calendar yet? If not, please consider purchasing the CPC calendar which showcases original art work from students across the school community. The calendar was a co-project of our Student Council and Parents Association and we are very proud of what they have achieved together. The calendar can now be purchased for just €10. Thank you for your support.
Hepa filter machines - important
Created : 31 Jan 2022, 8:54 AM
Archived : 31 Mar 2022, 12:00 AM
Dear parents/guardians, I am pleased to let you know that Hepa filter air machines will now be in some classrooms in CPC. The purpose of these machines is to help to improve the air quality in rooms where ventilation has been identified as poor in comparison to most rooms. This morning students will be given further information about the machines and in particular the need to not interfere with them in any way. The machines are very expensive and it would be most unfortunate if a replacement was needed at the expense of a family. I would appreciate if you could speak with your son/daughter today also and support us in asking students to simply keep away from the machines in the same way they know not to interfere with computers, data projectors etc. in the rooms. Many thanks for your assistance in this. J Leonard
End of Catholic Schools Week 2022
Created : 28 Jan 2022, 1:18 PM
Archived : 31 Mar 2022, 12:00 AM
As Catholic Schools Week 2022 came to a close on Friday, we wished to thank all of the students who said a prayer or poem over the intercom each morning last week and to all students involved in creating the artwork displayed in the school's foyer. Ms Bucke's 5th and 6th Year Religion classes created the noticeboard with key words and images showcasing the essence of this years theme 'Living life to the full' such as 'cherish family, academics, sing, prayer and forgiveness'. Ms Whyte's 4th year students created the quote display 'Before you act, listen. Before you react, think, Before you spend, earn. Before you criticise, wait. Before you pray, forgive.' Ms Ross' group created the 'Happy Catholic Schools Week' board with every class group represented from 1st -6th year! The prayer tree has been a huge success with many prayer intentions hung upon it. First and second years have entered a poster competition, of which the winners will be announced this week.
2nd Year January Challenge. Reward time!
Created : 28 Jan 2022, 12:19 PM
Archived : 30 Mar 2022, 12:00 AM
Here are some photographs of 2B the winners of week 2 of the January Challenge for Positive Behaviour enjoying some hot chocolate and a walk as a reward for all their hard work and effort! Well done Ms Mills
Catholic schools week - Friday - Living Life and Facing the Future
Created : 26 Jan 2022, 4:27 PM
Archived : 28 Mar 2022, 12:00 AM
Scripture: ‘I have come so that they may have life and have it to the full.’ (John 10:10) Reflection: Sometimes there can seem to be a contradiction between living a full life in the present and turning our minds to the future. But it doesn’t have to be ‘either/or’. We can do both. In fact, living fully in the present can create the firm foundation of a positive future. As we turn our minds and hearts towards others and towards God, we can create a satisfying and worthwhile present while building a future that can be life-enhancing. Our Catholic schools support us in this endeavour.
2nd Year January Challenge
Created : 27 Jan 2022, 10:42 AM
Archived : 27 Mar 2022, 12:00 AM
Well done to 2nd years as they continue showing Positive Behaviour as part of their January Challenge. So far there has been 879 positive comments recorded on vsware! It is great to see the enthusiasm and energy they are putting into being helpful, respectful and working extra hard in class. Keep up the fantastic effort. Very proud of you all. Ms Mills
Catholic schools week - Thursday - Living Life in Wonder and Awe
Created : 26 Jan 2022, 4:24 PM
Archived : 27 Mar 2022, 12:00 AM
Scripture: ‘For so many marvels I thank you; a wonder am I, and all your works are wonders.’ (Psalm 139) Reflection: Sometimes, if we’re fortunate, we can see great and amazing wonders outside of ourselves – in nature, in people, in the arts. But we can forget the wonder within ourselves. We may fall into the trap of thinking little of ourselves; we may have low self-esteem. This can happen because we believe, rightly or wrongly, that others think little of us. However, the deep personal love God has for us surpasses all this. But it can be a struggle to believe such wonderful things about ourselves without getting big-headed or arrogant about it, as some do. So, the challenge is to get the balance right. Will we rise to that challenge? Will our Catholic school community encourage us and support us to rise to that challenge?
Catholic schools week - Part of our display
Created : 26 Jan 2022, 4:37 PM
Archived : 26 Mar 2022, 12:00 AM
Many students came together to create this section of the Catholic Schools week wall. Students coloured, glued and hung the sign of Catholic schools week 2022. Some key words are displayed to reflect our school ethos - 'Wisdom', 'Support', 'Faith', 'Prayer' and 'Gratitude' to name a few! Well done to all involved!