Troy seeks views of students, teachers and parents on Leaving Cert 2021

Westmeath TD and Minister of State Robert Troy is this week calling on students, teachers, and parents to complete an online survey outlining their views on Leaving Certificate 2021.

With a great deal of uncertainty around the format a Leaving Cert might take this year, the Fianna Fáil representative said he was keen to gather the views of those who would be most impacted.

He said the survey's findings would be presented to the Education Minister, Norma Foley, "to ensure that the voices of Westmeath and Longford students are considered as discussions progress" on the Leaving Certificate.

"This is a very difficult time for students, their families, teachers and the entire education community," Minister Troy commented.

"A recent national survey revealed that students would prefer the option to decide how they would be assessed – to either take the traditional exam-based assessment, base it on calculated grades, or even a blend of the two.

"This is an important time in your young people's lives, and I want to facilitate their contribution to the ongoing discussions.

"The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted our society – with younger generations experiencing significant upheaval at such an important stage of their lives. I will continue to meet with schools and students on this matter, as I want to ensure their views are heard."

The survey can be completed up until this Sunday night, January 31, at 9pm.

You can find it here: http://www.surveymonkey.com/r/F89SNGK