Kieran O'Donnell (Limerick City, Fine Gael) | Oireachtas source

I have a question for the Minister, Deputy Foley. The concern with the leaving certificate is certainty for students, who are the most important of all. What is the Minister's personal view, as she ultimately makes the decision? Does she want a written leaving certificate - the normal leaving cert - or is she looking at predicted grades or a hybrid model? Students are entitled to and need certainty. The leaving certificate is potentially the most important exam in a person's life. What is the Minister's personal view and which leaving certificate does she favour?

What is the process by which she will decide to re-open schools? Students do better when attending school and being taught by teachers in a classroom. What process will be used and what benchmarks will be used for the reopening of schools? When does the Minister expect that schools to be reopened?

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