Additional funding announced for some of the special schools around Laois
In a very welcome piece of news, it has been announced that three special schools across County Laois have been allocated new funding.
The schools...
Historic day as Laois school reach All-Ireland Basketball Final
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U-14 'A' All-Ireland Basketball Cup Final
The Scoil Chríost Rí U-14 basketball team have fallen short at the final...
In Pictures: Laois students organise creative charity fundraiser ‘Anything But a Bag Day’
A Laois school has undertaken a wonderful new initiative as they continue their path to a more sustainable future.
In a display of creativity and...
‘Significant milestone’ for Laois school as works commence on new AstroTurf pitch
Portlaoise College is abuzz with anticipation as the commencement of works on its new astroturf pitch marks a significant milestone for the school and...
Laois art students return from trip of a lifetime to Florence, Italy
Students from a Laois community school have returned from the trip of a lifetime to Italy, having made some wonderful memories on their adventure.
The...
Laois school working towards eco-friendly transport for students, including cycling, public transport, car pooling...
A Laois secondary school is making progress towards obtaining a Green Flag Travel Grant from Green-schools Ireland.
Portlaoise College's Green School Committee is working towards...
News in Brief: Proposed renovations for rural Laois national school and popular tourist accommodation
Barnashrone National School
The Board of Management of Barnashrone National School have sought planning permission from Laois County council to redevelop the rural school nestled...
Laois school principal set to retire after 26 years of distinguished service
One of Laois's longest-serving secondary school principals is set to retire at the end of this term, following 26 years of distinguished service.
Helen O'Donnell,...
Portlaoise woman set to scale the heights for 60th birthday with skydive fundraiser for...
A Portlaoise woman will celebrate her 60th birthday on Saturday, March 30, with a real adrenaline rush - a tandem skydive to raise funds...
In Pictures: Midlands Vex IQ Robotics competition hosted in Laois
Laois County Council hosted its first Midlands Vex IQ Robotics Competition this month, with Emo National School playing host.
With six schools and ten teams,...
Education: New scheme to eliminate the cost of schoolbooks to Junior Cycle students
€68 million funding has been introduced as part of a new scheme which will aims to provide free schoolbooks and core classroom resources for...
Parents at Errill National School seeking Autism Supporting Diversity facility
The parents at Errill National School are campaigning for an Autism Supporting Diversity (ASD) facility, with a petition well underway.
The parents say their children deserve...
Exciting lineup announced for Knock National School’s Spring Concert
Knock National School are hosting what promises to be a wonderful Spring Concert this week.
The event will be held in St Lazarian's Church in...
Laois secondary school awarded £40,000 worth of Lenovo Laptops
St Fergal’s College in Rathdowney was the only school during 2023, across Ireland and Britain, to secure a Digital Equity Funding grant from Lenovo.
Consequently,...
Six Portlaoise College students awarded full Gaeltacht scholarships for the summer
Portlaoise College has announced that six of its students have been awarded full Gaeltacht scholarships for this upcoming summer.
The recipients include fifth-year students James...
Portlaoise College students work to improve job opportunities for adults with autism
After learning that 85 per cent of adults with autism are either unemployed or under-employed, a group of students at Portlaoise College have been...
In Pictures: Five Laois schools involved in exciting new initiative, The Antarctic Project
Laois County Council, in collaboration with Laois Education Support Centre, has announce the successful conclusion of "The Antarctic Project," an engaging competition that captivated...
Laois secondary school produce Podcast and ‘Walk & Talk’ as they continue to promote...
Members of the Cumann Gaelach (Irish Society) at Dunamase College in Portlaoise have been working hard to promote the Irish language in their school...
Two Laois teachers among 30,000 present at major technology exhibition in London
Tomás Ni Murchú and Colin Waters, two teachers from Dunamase College attended the BETT Conference in the Excel Centre in London, the biggest education...
Scoil Chriost Ri U-16s earn All-Ireland bronze in National Basketball Arena
The Scoil Chríost Rí U-16 A basketball team have delivered an All-Ireland bronze medal after an incredible effort in Dublin's National Basketball Arena.
It was...
Portlaoise College TY girls eagerly embrace STEM Passport for Inclusion Program
In a significant stride towards promoting inclusivity and diversity in STEM, Transition Year (TY) girls from Portlaoise College have enthusiastically joined the STEM Passport...
Laois primary school launch fundraiser – with Electric Picnic tickets and glamping package up...
This is certainly a prize worth winning - and it's all for a very worthy local cause.
Cosby National School in Stradbally have launched a...
Laois students take leading role in promoting online safety
Three students from Laois are among more than 140 from across Ireland who are taking part in the Webwise Safer Internet Day (SID) Ambassador...
‘In a world where you can be anything, be kind’ – Anti-bullying Week at...
In observance of Anti-Bullying Week, Portlaoise College orchestrated a series of impactful events to instil a culture of kindness among students.
Students were reminded of...
Chronic shortage of Autism Spectrum Disorder units at second level in Laois
Local Sinn Féin TD Brian Stanley has raised the issue of Laois Special Education Needs in Dáil Éireann with Neale Richmond TD, Minister for...
History to be made in St Fergal’s College as they are set to host...
History will be made in St Fergal's College this week as the school will host the first-ever school musical in the 87 years of...
Derrylamogue National School named Laois County winner in ‘Someone Like Me’ national art competition
Derrylamogue National School - a rural school between Rosenallis and Mountmellick, near the Slieve Bloom Mountains - has been named Laois County winner at...
Four Laois schools represented at prestigious BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition in Dublin
Four Laois schools were represented as students from all around the country presented their projects at the prestigious BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition...
In Pictures: All smiles at Coláiste ĺosagáin Christmas Fun Fair
While variety shows and talent competitions are usually organised to mark the last day of term and the start of the holidays, Coláiste ĺosagáin...
College Awareness Week crowned with Trinity School of Distinction Award for Portlaoise College
Portlaoise College recently celebrated College Awareness Week, which was packed with diverse activities, showcasing the school's commitment to fostering a culture of higher education...