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Students receive Leaving Certificate results
Posted by SchoolDays Newshound on 15/08/2012.
Tags: Secondary School NewsThousands of Leaving Certificate students will receive their examination results today and the results have been described as "broadly similar" to previous years by the State Examinations Commission.
A total of 55,815 took the examinations, down 3.2 per cent on last year, although there was an 11 per cent rise in the number of student taking higher level Irish.
The Minister for Education and Skills Ruairi Quinn congratulated students and schools on their results and was also pleased to see a surge in numbers undertaking Higher Level Maths, with 35 per cent opting for the paper.
The number of students receiving A grades remaining in Higher Level Maths around the same, although the overall percentage of high grades fell as a result of increased participation in students taking the course.
"There is no doubt that the 25 bonus points for all those who achieve a D3 or higher in the subject has made a significant impact as has the continued roll-out of Project Maths," he added.
Describing the Leaving Certificates as a rite of passage for young people, he paid tribute to the schools, teachers and families who had helped students achieve their success.
A range of resources and support lines are available offering assistance to parents and students receiving their leaving certificate results today.
Written by Donal Walsh
SchoolDays
(15-08-2012 10:47)
Minister Sherlock welcomes uptake and results in Maths and Sciences
35% increase in the number of students presenting for higher level Maths this year compared to 2011
The Minister for Research and Innovation, Sen Sherlock, TD, has sent his congratulations to the country's 55,815 Leaving Certificate students who are receiving their results today.
As the Minister of State with responsibility for curriculum development in STEM subjects I am particularly pleased with the uptake and attainment levels in Maths and in the science and technology subjects.
The Minister highlighted the increased participation in higher level Maths, which was one of the core aims of Project Maths: Combined with the award of 25 bonus CAO points, Project Maths has contributed to an increase of 35% in the number of students presenting for higher level Maths this year compared to 2011.
He also welcomed the fact that the number of students attaining an A rate in higher level maths is similar to that achieved in recent years.
SchoolDays
(15-08-2012 09:08)
The Irish Second-Level Students Union would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all examination candidates upon receiving their Leaving Certificate and Leaving Certificate Applied results today.
Speaking today, the ISSU Education Officer, Brendan Power said:
Today is a new beginning for all Leaving Certificate and Leaving Certificate Applied Candidates, not an ending. It is the start of a new chapter of your life, and we here at ISSU would like to formally congratulate you on your results and wish you all the best for the future. Remember to take stock and evaluate over the next few days.
There are plenty of facilities available to students including school Guidance Counsellors, parents, exam helplines and online resources to help students during this time. Students should enjoy today and tonight, but do so sensibly. There is a lot more to life than your results and your results night.
SchoolDays
(15-08-2012 09:05)
ASTI President Gerry Breslin has sent a message of congratulations to the almost 56,000 students receiving their Leaving Certificate results today.
Commenting on the Leaving Cert results, Mr Breslin said: While we often hear stories about the high fliers, the Leaving Cert results are about celebrating the unique talents, interests, abilities and commitment of each and every Leaving Cert student. These students have reached a significant milestone in their lives. After spending five to six years in second-level education, they are now young adults making key decisions about their futures. While these are challenging times, there are many opportunities out there and I would encourage students to take the time to explore all their options in the days and weeks ahead.
SchoolDays
(15-08-2012 10:37)
Discover Science & Engineering (DSE) today welcomed the 35% rise in students that took the higher level maths course in the Leaving Cert this year. This will put students in a strong position to study science and technology courses at third level.
Companies requiring science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) graduates are the fastest growing sectors of the economy. The increased uptake of these subjects at third level is required as there is a great demand for young technology, science and engineering graduates due to both multinational and indigenous investment from social media, ICT, games development, green tech and medical engineering companies.
Dr. Graham Love, Director of DSE and Director of Policy and Communications for Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) said: It is encouraging to see the increased uptake of students taking higher level maths at Leaving Cert and the excellent results that have been achieved. I congratulate the parents, teachers and careers guidance counselors who have helped guide students to undertake these subjects. There is a growing demand for STEM graduates and these students are one step closer to the vast and exciting opportunities that these industries offer.