Junior cycle reformation planned
| 23 May 2013 13:01 |
| Parents have been invited to attend information sessions on proposed changes to junior cycle education at second level. |
| The Department of Education and the National Parents Council Primary are holding the meetings in Dublin. |
| Next Monday, sessions will take place at the Skylon Hotel in Drumcondra and at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Blanchardstown. |
| A meeting will be held at the Institute of Technology Tallaght on Wednesday 29 May. |
| In a statement, Minister for Education and Skills Ruairi Quinn said the junior cycle was being reformed to better reflect the skills and knowledge that students need. |
| He said this was an opportunity for parents to learn how the changes will impact on their children's education. |
| Children who are currently in fifth class will be the first to experience the new programme. |
