Pupils impress minister with their work ethic

Minister Peter Burke, TD, said it is “always great to call to local schools and hear about their projects, and particularly to hear from the students and staff”.

He met the student council at Presentation Senior School and said “their work and the engagement were very positive – I can see some future community leaders in this group”.

“I saw the video on cyber security the Space Dream team put together. I was impressed with that and to see the work of the pupils and how technology is being used in the school.

“Critically, this brings the education of safe internet use into sharp focus. Safe use of the internet is so important. Pupils will learn from each other with the help of this project and will reinforce the importance of this issue to the school population.”

The minister pointed out that significant progress has been made on the Hot School Meals Programme after a successful pilot programme, and said that from April 2024 an additional 900 schools countrywide will avail of the scheme. “It is great to see how it has benefited the pupils at Presentation, who have been part of the scheme for a number of years.

“The expansion of the Hot Meals Scheme will see children benefit from regular, nutritious food served in schools, which will provide the best nurturing environment for learning. It levels the playing field for all students and it gives children the best possible start on their learning journey.

“I am delighted that Presentation School has had such a positive experience with the scheme,” said Minster Burke.