Category Archives: School

Stage 4 Re-Opening Delayed In Ireland

Posted on August 5, 2020 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Ireland had been due to move to Phase 4 of the roadmap on reopening last month, but it was already deferred once due to a rise in the Covid-19 reproductive rate. The Acting Chief Medical Officer Dr Ronan Glynn said … Continue reading →

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Happy International Teachers Day

Posted on October 6, 2018 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

It’s World Teachers Day..Thank -You To All the Teachers Out There “When you want to teach children to think, you begin by treating them seriously when they are little, giving them responsibilities, talking to them candidly, providing privacy and solitude … Continue reading →

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Librarian’s role in creating readers

Posted on May 4, 2016 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Title: Librarian’s role in creating readers Author:National Library of New Zealand Full Text & Source:http://schools.natlib.govt.nz/creating-readers/creating-readers-strategies/librarians-role-creating-readers The Internet, Online, 4/05/2016 Sample Text: School librarians are an important member of the group of adults charged with creating readers, which includes parents, teachers, librarians. … Continue reading →

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School Librarian’s Role in Reading Toolkit

Posted on April 30, 2016 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Title: School Librarian’s Role in Reading Toolkit Author: American Library Association Full Text & Source: http://www.ala.org/aasl/advocacy/tools/toolkits/role-reading The Internet, Online, 30/4/2016 Sample Text: Excerpt from the School Librarian’s Role in Reading Position Statement Reading is a foundational skill for 21st-century learners. … Continue reading →

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Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies – Online From Open Universities Australia

Posted on August 30, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Must hold honours BA The Graduate Diploma in Information and Library Studies (credited) program offered through Open Universities Australia will give you in-depth knowledge of the history, scope and role of information and referencing practices. Studying this course, you will … Continue reading →

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First Day at School By Roger McGough

Posted on August 26, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

A millionbillionwillion miles from home Waiting for the bell to go. (To go where?) Why are they all so big, other children? So noisy? So much at home they Must have been born in uniform Lived all their lives in … Continue reading →

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Why Do I Have To Go To School?

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

 I care not what subject is taught, if only it be taught well.  T.H.Huxley Knowledge exists to be imparted. Emerson Training is everything. The peach was once a bitter almond; cauliflower is nothing but cabbage with a college education. Mark Twain … Continue reading →

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A School Song by Rudyard Kipling

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

“Let us now praise famous men”– Men of little showing– For their work continueth, And their work continueth, Broad and deep continues, Greater then their knowing! Western wind and open surge Took us from our mothers– Flung us on a … Continue reading →

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Free Pre School Year – Free To All Kids

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Title: Early Childhood Care and Education Scheme Author: Citizens Information Full Text & Source: http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/education/pre_school_education_and_childcare/early_childhood_care_and_education_scheme.html In general, children are eligible for the ECCE scheme if they are aged between 3 years 2 months and 4 years 7 months on 1 … Continue reading →

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Back To School Allowance

Posted on March 10, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Title: Back To School Allowance Author: Ireland, Dept. Of Social Protection Full Text & Source:http://www.welfare.ie/en/Pages/Back-to-School-Clothing-and-Footwear-Allowance.aspx The Internet, Online, 10/3/2015 Sample Text Changes in 2014 In 2014 the Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance is no longer paid to children … Continue reading →

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Academic librarian

Posted on February 24, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Title: Academic librarian – Job description Author: Prospects Full Text & Source: http://www.prospects.ac.uk/academic_librarian_job_description.htm The Internet, Online, 24/2/2015 Sample Text: Academic librarians work in higher education, further education and research institutes attached to academic institutions. They may also be known as … Continue reading →

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Financial help with going to school

Posted on February 21, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Title:  Financial help with going to school (School Books Scheme) Author: Citizens Information Board Full Text & Source: http://www.citizensinformation.ie/en/education/primary_and_post_primary_education/educational_supports/school_books_scheme.html The Internet, Online, 21/2/2015 Sample Text Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance The Back to School Clothing and Footwear Allowance … Continue reading →

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Parenting – 20 Ways You Can Help Your Children Succeed in School

Posted on January 19, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Title: 20 Ways You Can Help Your Children Succeed in School Author: Colorín Colorado Full Text & Source: http://www.colorincolorado.org/families/school/helpyourkids/ The Internet, Online, 19/01/2015 Sample Text: As a parent, you are your child’s first and most important teacher. When parents and … Continue reading →

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A Very Misunderstood Job : The Librarian

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

No, They do not read books all day or climb ladders to retrieve books!!!! They are professional researchers, among other things: experts in customer service, software evaluation, user-education etc. Title:Librarian Author: gradireland Full Text & Source: http://gradireland.com/careers-advice/job-descriptions/librarian The Internet, Online,15/01/2015 … Continue reading →

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How to Earn an Online MLS Degree

Posted on January 15, 2015 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Ask colleges about scholarships Title: How to Earn an Online MLS Degree. It is a difficult degree but you can do it online and still earn your salary. You will need a 2/1 H in your primary degree and at least two … Continue reading →

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School Holiday Dates 2014-15

Posted on December 29, 2014 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

School Holiday Dates Christmas 2014 Source: http://www.education.ie/en/Schools-Colleges/Information/School-Holidays/ The Internet, Online, 29/12/2014 All schools will close on Friday 19th December 2014, which will be the final day of the school term. All schools will re-open on Monday 5th January 2015. Summer … Continue reading →

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Scoilnet – Ireland’s Online Resource For Primary & Secondary Schools For Teachers & Pupils

Posted on November 14, 2014 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Title: Scoilnet ( SchoolNet Translated Into English) Author: Department Of Education, Ireland Full Text & Source: https://www.scoilnet.ie/ The Internet, Online, 14/11/2014 Sample Text: Perform a simple search and then narrow results by subject or format Narrow your results Clear selected filters … Continue reading →

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Distance Learning – Librarianship

Posted on November 6, 2014 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

I did my library degree by distance learning. It is a great way to work and earn a work related qualification. Academic staff introduce students to the modules that they will study when away from Aberystwyth. Examinations are also held … Continue reading →

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First Day at School by Roger McGough

Posted on October 26, 2014 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

A millionbillionwillion miles from home Waiting for the bell to go. (To go where?) Why are they all so big, other children? So noisy? So much at home they Must have been born in uniform Lived all their lives in … Continue reading →

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Among School Children By W B Yeats

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Author Annette J Dunlea Irish Writer

Among School Children I walk through the long schoolroom questioning; A kind old nun in a white hood replies; The children learn to cipher and to sing, To study reading-books and histories, To cut and sew, be neat in everything … Continue reading →

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