Over 170 young people travelled to Leinster House today to debate education in Ireland.
It was part of the Dáil na nÓg initiative - Ireland's National Youth Parliament, which is now in its 24th year.
The young parliamentarians discussed a range of issues including reforms to the relationship and sexual education curriculum, resources for schools and exam stress in the Dáil chamber.
As part of the process, they discussed their key issues before voting on the top five topics they would like to explore further.
They then narrowed the five topics down to two - the Irish language and continuous assessment.
These were then brought forward for greater discussion and debate before a final vote took place.
Their views will now be brought forward to the Convention on Education.
Ceann Comhairle Verona Murphy chaired the Opening Session of the biennial parliament.
Ms Murphy said it was "vital that young people have the opportunity to bring their voices directly into the Dáil in an an increasingly polarised and online world".
"The level of insight and thoughtfulness shown by delegates today is a powerful reminder of the role young people play in shaping the future of our society," she said.
Minister for Children, Disability and Equality Norma Foley said: "We need to listen to the voice of children and young people."
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She said there was a strong debate around the Irish language and continuous assessment.
