UPDATE FROM THE STATE EXAMINATIONS COMMISSION.
COURSEWORK:
- The provisions detailed in S64/20 (link sent to parents before Christmas) still apply - ie the provision of flexibility to allow for the completion of coursework at home while still preserving the integrity of the assessment - still apply.
- Students are encouraged to complete Category 1 coursework at home(this is coursework that can be completed at home eg research projects etc) - staff use the guidance of S64/20 to monitor and give oversight. The SEC(State exams Commisson) do not believe it should be necessary to extend deadlines as many do not arise until March/April.
- Category 2 coursework (coursework that has to be completed in school eg practical subjects() - deadlines will be extended to take account of the period of school closure.
- DCG coursework due by tomorrow - 15th January will have an additional 8 days to complete from the date the schools reopen.
- LCPE - Physical Activity Project is extended to mid-January.
RACE Applications - Reasonable Accomodations for Junior Cycle - extended to Friday 26 Febraury.
LCA February Tasks - further information to follow - students should continue to complete tasks.
ENTRIES 2021 - ie Subject & Level Confirmation Forms for Leaving cert & Junior Cert Exams - E7 & E8 Forms. Leaving Cert students will complete them digitally throught hte candidate Self Service Portal - more information will issue soon. Junior Cyle will complete as normal in February.
Dare update
The Disability Access Route to Education (DARE) deadline is fast approaching. It is a college and university admissions scheme which offers places on reduced points to school leavers with disabilities. List available at
accesscollege.ie/dare/providing-evidence-of-your-disability/
DARE has three sections.
Section A to be complete no later than 17:15 on 1 March 2021, disclose your disability and/ or specific learning difficulty in your CAO application and fully and correctly complete Section A of the Supplementary Information Form (SIF).
Section B Educational Impact Statement (EIS) download and have the school complete this form. You must then return the EIS to the CAO to arrive by 17:15 on 15 March 2021. Section C Evidence of Disability, and have it completed by the appropriate medical professional (only if you do not already have a report verifying your disability that meets the DARE criteria). Return it to the CAO to arrive by 17:15 on 15 March 2021.
If your son or daughter require an EIS to be completed please email it immediately to Mr Daly. To request attainment score for your SIF please contact Ms Schous ASAP. Further information on DARE is available on school website or accesscollege.ie
accesscollege.ie/dare/providing-evidence-of-your-disability/
DARE has three sections.
Section A to be complete no later than 17:15 on 1 March 2021, disclose your disability and/ or specific learning difficulty in your CAO application and fully and correctly complete Section A of the Supplementary Information Form (SIF).
Section B Educational Impact Statement (EIS) download and have the school complete this form. You must then return the EIS to the CAO to arrive by 17:15 on 15 March 2021. Section C Evidence of Disability, and have it completed by the appropriate medical professional (only if you do not already have a report verifying your disability that meets the DARE criteria). Return it to the CAO to arrive by 17:15 on 15 March 2021.
If your son or daughter require an EIS to be completed please email it immediately to Mr Daly. To request attainment score for your SIF please contact Ms Schous ASAP. Further information on DARE is available on school website or accesscollege.ie
calculated grades update
The Department has put in place a helpline for students which is now open and will be operated up to Sunday 04 October. The helpline number is 01 8892199. Updated information has also being posted at www.gov.ie/leavingcertificate. An email address for queries is also available at LC2020@education.gov.ie
Leaving Certificate 2020 – Postponed Examinations to commence on 16th November.
Students are being advised that the written examinations will be based on the normal question paper format, content and structure as in previous years. Students taking the postponed examinations will be graded on the basis of their written papers.
In confirming the written nature of the examinations the Minister stated it would not be feasible or practical at this stage to conduct examinations in oral or practical components, or to try to complete unfinished coursework. She referred to the fact that the oral and practical components are school-based, requiring significant levels of support at school level, including the requirement to take serving teachers out of their schools to undertake state examinations work.
In the case of five subjects, the SEC will also mark coursework which had been completed prior to school closure and these marks will be included in the grading of these subjects. These are:
· Home Economics (already marked by the SEC);
· LCVP Portfolio;
· Design and Communication Graphics;
· Physical Education (PE) Physical Activity Project;
· Engineering.
In all other subjects, candidates will be awarded grades solely on the written papers.
The full text of the Ministerial Announcement can be accessed through the following link:
https://www.education.ie/en/Press-Events/Press-Releases/2020-press-releases/PR2020-08-20.html
Students are being advised that the written examinations will be based on the normal question paper format, content and structure as in previous years. Students taking the postponed examinations will be graded on the basis of their written papers.
In confirming the written nature of the examinations the Minister stated it would not be feasible or practical at this stage to conduct examinations in oral or practical components, or to try to complete unfinished coursework. She referred to the fact that the oral and practical components are school-based, requiring significant levels of support at school level, including the requirement to take serving teachers out of their schools to undertake state examinations work.
In the case of five subjects, the SEC will also mark coursework which had been completed prior to school closure and these marks will be included in the grading of these subjects. These are:
· Home Economics (already marked by the SEC);
· LCVP Portfolio;
· Design and Communication Graphics;
· Physical Education (PE) Physical Activity Project;
· Engineering.
In all other subjects, candidates will be awarded grades solely on the written papers.
The full text of the Ministerial Announcement can be accessed through the following link:
https://www.education.ie/en/Press-Events/Press-Releases/2020-press-releases/PR2020-08-20.html
Exam Fee Refunds - update
The State Examinations would like to confirm that the refunds refer to the State Examination fee only. Candidates who submitted a medical Card or did not pay any fee to the State Examinations Commission are not due a refund.All refunds have been processed and the majority of have been received by the cardholder. However, a small number of banks may still be processing the refunds into cardholder’s accounts.
There may be confusion regarding fees paid in respect of the Mock Exams which are organised by individual schools. The State Examinations Commission has no role or responsibility in relation to the Mock Examinations or the fees charged which are organised by individual schools.
There may be confusion regarding fees paid in respect of the Mock Exams which are organised by individual schools. The State Examinations Commission has no role or responsibility in relation to the Mock Examinations or the fees charged which are organised by individual schools.
Exam Fee Refunds
The State Examinations Commission (SEC) is refunding all candidates who have paid their examination fee for 2020.
Refunds were processed on May 26th for all candidates that paid the examination fee online. Refunds will go back to the card/account which was used to pay the fee. The process can take up to 7 days to process.
If candidates have not received the refund by June 10th , they should email us at fees@examinations.ie with their exam number.
Refunds were processed on May 26th for all candidates that paid the examination fee online. Refunds will go back to the card/account which was used to pay the fee. The process can take up to 7 days to process.
If candidates have not received the refund by June 10th , they should email us at fees@examinations.ie with their exam number.
UPDATES & SUPPORT FOR LEAVING CERTS & LCAS
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Within this section you will find the latest updates regarding the Leaving Cert and Leaving Cert Applied. An announcement is expected this afternoon the 8th of May. All official details from that announcement will be posted here as soon as we have them. In the meantime, please be reassured that we are planning and working together to provide assistance and support to all our exam students. Contact can be made with us through the 'contact us' page here, via Office 365 and Teams. A special Team is being set up to answer any questions you may have and offer support from our staff. |
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Updates from the State Exams Commission
Update on State Exam Fees
Leaving Certificate Fees: The closing date for payment of the Leaving Cert examination fee is being extended until after the exams are complete and the results has issued.
Junior Certificate/Cycle Fees : Students will not be required to pay an examination fees to the SEC in relation to the 2020 Junior Cycle examinations, the SEC will be issuing a refund to all students who have already paid. There is no need to contact the State Examinations Commission as refunds will be made automatically. Further details will be sent to all schools in the coming days.
Junior Certificate/Cycle Fees : Students will not be required to pay an examination fees to the SEC in relation to the 2020 Junior Cycle examinations, the SEC will be issuing a refund to all students who have already paid. There is no need to contact the State Examinations Commission as refunds will be made automatically. Further details will be sent to all schools in the coming days.
Latest Junior Cycle Updates
Please find the latest information available regarding the Junior Cycle Exams. There will be further information outlining the school's approach after the Board of Management meeting on Tuesday next week.
Junior Cert Results 2019
