Laois school wins Digital Schools status

A Laois secondary school has again won a prestigious award for its work in digital teaching.

Portlaoise College has been granted European Digital School status for their outstanding contributions in digital teaching and learning, in a ceremony held in Banagher College on March 29.

Supported by global technology giants HP and AMD, along with government and education partners, the Digital Schools Award Europe aims to promote digital teaching and learning and equip pupils with advanced digital skills.

To achieve the award, schools must demonstrate a whole school digital strategy, evidence of how digital technology enhances learning, and a commitment to ongoing teacher professional development.

The programme has already highlighted innovative and collaborative approaches to integrating digital technology in teaching and learning, inspiring other schools to follow suit.

This award is a testament to Portlaoise College’s commitment to providing students with a cutting-edge education and equipping them with advanced digital skills.

Mary Marum is Deputy Principal of Portlaoise College.

“We are proud to have achieved this award. The programme offers a real opportunity for schools to build on their digital capabilities. It was a pleasure to participate in the European Digital Schools Award Programme. Using the SELFIE Survey tool we were able to identify our school's strengths and areas for further development. It allows us as a school to work collaboratively together to further improve our students' digital competences," Ms Marum said.

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Pictured are Rachel D’Alton, Viktor McNair (Managers at AMD), Portlaoise College Teachers Vincent Carroll and Darren Stones, Deputy Principal Mary Marum and Students Marcel Wierucki and Catherine Graham.