arctictree wrote: » Why don't the teachers take May/June off and then back to work in July/August? Would make sense as it would match the easing of restrictions..
iamwhoiam wrote: » If there are plans to bring back schools in September I think they should start by allowing 2-3 kids play together first. That way they can maybe judge if its spreading faster if kids play and interact
Multipass wrote: » Compassionate to who, my son is in terrible despair. The only ones happy about this are the ones who haven’t been working.
Benimar wrote: » I agree, there is only two possible reasons for this. If it’s on social distancing grounds, then there is no chance Primary Schools will open as normal in late August. If it’s on compassionate grounds, well that’s just a load of BS to be honest.
frillyleaf wrote: » I’m starting to wonder will schools actually be back to normal in September at all. If 1/6 of the student population in secondary school can’t be social distanced for an exam, on fixed desks how will schools manage with lunch breaks, class change overs etc when it comes to September(Which will only be four weeks after the leaving cert start date.) This isn’t taking into account primary schools even. I feel that secondary schools may have to stagger student numbers and times. In my own area there are schools that are still in temporary buildings for years as the permanent building never started. They are quite small compared to larger school buildings. Or maybe they are cancelling it on compassionate grounds as opposed to the need for social distancing?
Multipass wrote: » And another thing - fears for their safety? By August I guarantee you that teenagers will be socializing, and meeting up in large groups. In fact I’d be surprised if parties don’t start up again by June. And the leaving cert will be gone for absolutely no reason.
Multipass wrote: » Yes lead with stoicism and common sense. Unfortunately our government seem to have neither. Hysteria and knee jerk reaction rule
khalessi wrote: » He is adult at 18 but there is respect for parents and house rules that children show take heed of and as a responsible 19 year old adult I would expect him to pay heed to social distancing etc thinking of others in the house, You lead by example. But then it is a different world, respect and manners are out of fashion.
Scoondal wrote: » There is no evidence of Covid9 being spread by under 10 year olds. If teachers have a problem they can wear full PPE including face masks. Children under ten years old are not spreading this virus. There is no published medical report in any country. If any Irish teacher has a problem about working in June, they should provide a medical document to their employer.
Multipass wrote: » Really, my son sitting the leaving cert is 19 - an adult, so I’m not interested in telling him no. Nor would I because I don’t believe it is necessary. Social distancing will be over by August, people are not going to live in fear for that long. As far as I can see when I’m out, it’s practically over already, and a good thing too.
khalessi wrote: » This may be true because parents are too afraid and lazy to say no. No socialising no hanging out with mates. A school however will have to follow directives on social distancing etc.
iamwhoiam wrote: » Of course you have no idea how I would take that fact . I didn’t at any stage think a teacher would be designing a school We had windows in our ward in a paeds hospital that barely let air in ! A very poor design by someone but certainly not by a nurse . Madness not to have good ventilation in a school or a hospital in my opinion After I saw the virologist explain how a virus could drop to the floor in a through draught or hang in the air in a warm poorly ventilated room I fling my windows wide open !! It might not kill Covid but its an added precaution I suppose . The thought struck me when I saw it was anyone opening up building to allow the air through them before reopening them after so long closed up ?
khalessi wrote: » In my classroom the windows dont open properly for good ventilation something to do with health and safety, apparently we didn't want to lose a kid out of a window. Of course you will take as a teacher creating difficulties, sadly I didnt design the school. They open at an angle and the children constantly complain about the lack of air. We were sweltered last year with all the windows open, it was dreadful.
Scoondal wrote: » Teachers remain on full salaries.
Benimar wrote: » The desire for predicted grades will change once students start being awarded grades they didn’t predict they would get!
Scoondal wrote: » They do 2 hours work at a salary of €35000. and they need their holidays in July and August. That is not fair for ordinary citizens.
CinemaGuy45 wrote: » Total utter rubbish nonsense post.:rolleyes: I bet most of them don't even bother with an hour of any kind of online work.;)
Scoondal wrote: » Department of Education must answer questions. The minister and the civil servants. I say sack them all. They have proven that they are useless by closing primary schools for 23 weeks without health evidence.
History Queen wrote: » Now don't get me wrong I completely understand that they need a viable plan b in place in case things worsen, but surely calling off an exam (that is over two months away) with our current outlook being cautiously optimistic, would be madness?! Just from the point of view of the knock on effect it will have on students and education in general. I still think all projects/practicals should be awarded 100% to further level the playing field (I didn't agree with decison initially but now think it should be all or nothing) Positives from the current situation for students (the negatives are well documented): 1. Extra study time 2. Most students have a passing grade achieved in at least one subject 3. A chance to see if you are adept at independent study as you will need to be at third level rather than finding out you hate this way of working six months (and fees paid) later 4. One to one contact with teachers via email/messaging etc that you may not have had in school Again, not denying the negatives but I do feel strongly that in the long term proceeding with the exams if possible is best all round.
