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  • 14 September, 2017 - Minister Bruton launches New Tool to help Schools Improve their Digital Capability

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  • 14 Sep 2017Digital Learning Framework for Schools
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  • 13 Sep 201713 September, 2017 – Minister Halligan congratulates over 61,000 students who receive their Junior Certificate/Cycle results today

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