“I would like to send the very best of luck to the class of 2022 sitting their Junior Cycle, Leaving Certificate and Leaving Certificate Applied examinations. You have worked tirelessly and diligently, even through the unique challenges of the last two years. That perseverance has brought you here, the hard work is done and will stand to you in the coming days and weeks.

“This year we are seeing the full return of externally delivered examinations as well as the first full year of exams under the revised Junior Cycle Framework. I would like to acknowledge the work of the State Examinations Commission and post-primary schools across the country in ensuring that we can deliver exams similar to those prior to the pandemic.

“It is also important to note that we will have a deferred sitting of the Leaving Certificate examinations starting on 30 June for any student who contracts COVID-19 or cannot attend an exam due to COVID-19 symptoms as well as close family bereavement or serious injury or illness. Full details of these arrangements have been made available to schools and candidates have been informed of the terms and conditions that apply.”

“I would like to wish all students sitting their Leaving Certificate, Leaving Certificate Applied and Junior Certificate exams the very best of luck. The last two years has been so difficult for all students who have been preparing for exams.

“Please remember that no matter what happens, there are many different avenues for success in the future. Go n-eirí an t-ádh leat.”

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