Amongst the issues of concern raised by the ASTI in relation to Covid-19 is inequalities in the provision of and access to ICT equipment for students during the school closure period.
In this regard, the Minister for Education and Skills has announced a €7 million Covid-19 ICT funding package for second-level schools to support the purchase of technology and devices. Click here for Statement.
Schools are being asked to prioritise exam classes. A Department Circular outlining the details will be published on the ASTI website as soon as it is available.
The ASTI continues to raise the concerns of ASTI members with the Department of Education and Skills
ICT grants for schools
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