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Mayo Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board (MSLETB) has taken note of the Teachers’ Union of Ireland (TUI) announcement regarding planned industrial action in September. MSLETB expresses deep disappointment at this decision and urges the TUI to engage in renewed dialogue over the coming weeks to prevent unnecessary disruption to students and educators. The disagreement revolves around implementing the 1999 TUI/IVEA Transfer Agreement. MSLETB confirms that it is fully compliant with all sectoral and national agreements. MSLETB has consistently applied the agreement…

Mayo College of Further Education and Training (MCFET) is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded a significant Erasmus+ grant of €625,316. This latest achievement marks another milestone in the college’s commitment to providing exceptional Erasmus+ opportunities for its students. With this funding, MCFET’s total awarded funds soar to an impressive €2.1 million over the past eight years, underscoring its dedication to excellence in education. The newly secured funding will enable MCFET to further enhance its Erasmus+ programme incorporating vocational training periods…

Féile Mhaigh Eo, a brand-new festival celebrating young musical talent, made its debut at the Linenhall Arts Centre on Saturday. What set this launch apart was the spotlight on a Youth Council of musicians aged 11 to 17 who led the event with their performances and speeches. This festival, forming part of the “We Are Music Generation 2024”, initiative, co-funded by U2, The Ireland Funds, the ArtsCouncil and the Department of Education, aims to showcase the incredible young musical talents across County Mayo,…

Register of Electors Date Action Monday March 4th 2024 Eligible staff employed by MSLETB on this date entitled to vote in election Monday April 8th 2024 Provisional Electoral Roll available Wednesday April 10th 2024 – by 5pm Amendments to register of electors to be submitted by 5pm to [email protected] Friday April 12th 2024 Final register of electors available Nominations Date Action Friday April 12th 2024 Last day for giving notice of election Thursday April 25th 2024 – by 1pm Last date for receipt of nominations Thursday April 25th 2024…

The Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY) have announced the details for this year’s Local Youth Club Grant Scheme 2024 (LYCGS). LYCGS supports volunteer-led youth club/group activities at a local level. The Scheme, which provides grant aid towards the costs of running clubs/groups is funded by the Department of Children, Equality, Disability, Integration and Youth (DCEDIY) and is administered locally by Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim ETB on behalf of DCEDIY. The Scheme supports voluntary youth club/group activities for young people;…

The MSLETB Sligo-Leitrim Arts Education Grant Scheme offers support to educational initiatives that encourage and develop an appreciation, understanding or practice of the arts in the context of providing opportunities in arts education directed at adults. Applications are invited from voluntary and professional arts groups or individual arts practitioners for funding towards workshops, events, projects, exhibitions or productions with clearly defined arts education benefit, in counties Sligo and Leitrim. Closing date for receipt of applications is Friday 19th April 2024. Please email [email protected]…

The Reach Fund 2024 (Formerly the MAEDF – Mitigating Against Educational Disadvantage Fund) The Reach Fund 2024 (Formerly the MAEDF – Mitigating Against Educational Disadvantage Fund) MSLETB’s Further Education and Training (FET) Service, in conjunction with SOLAS, invites local community education providers/groups to apply for funding under the REACH Fund 2024. The aim of the Reach Fund is to provide funding to support educationally disadvantaged learners in accessing and participating in community education. It aims to increase the participation of disadvantaged learners, particularly…

Welcome to our new “MSL & Me” series, where we will be showcasing some of the amazing students who have participated in our Further Education and Training courses or have been students in our secondary schools. To kick things off as part of ETB Week, we would like to shine a spotlight on one of our exceptional alumni, Emma Kearns, who will be honoured at the ETB Week Main Event in Thomond Park later today. Emma, through Youthreach Ballinrobe, exemplifies the transformative power…

The Drumshanbo Traditional Irish Music Course presents A Charity Music Concert Ceol ó Chroí – Music from the Heart The Mayflower, Drumshanbo, Co Leitrim on March 8th 2024 at 8pm Funds raised from the concert will go to supporting the following charities: St Vincent de Paul, Drumshanbo, North West STOP, Sligo Cancer Support Centre and The Capuchin Day Centre Ticket price:10 euro, children for free Tickets can be bought online at Eventbrite.com or on the door (cash or card) You can also make…

Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board has announced the founding of a new Further Education and Training college: Leitrim College of Further Education and Training. Building upon the productive and mutually cooperative working relationship of Drumshanbo Vocational School, Drumshanbo FET Centre/Leitrim Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme Leitrim, and Lough Allen College this new college will bring together all entities in a major evolution of further education and training for the region. Speaking on the announcement Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim ETB Chief Executive…

Mayo, Sligo and Leitrim Education and Training Board has today announced the founding of a new Further Education and Training college: Sligo College of Further Education and Training (FET). Building upon the productive and mutually cooperative working relationship of Sligo College of Further Education/ Ballinode Community College, North Connaught College of Further Education and Sligo Vocational Training Opportunities Scheme this new college will bring together all entities in a major evolution of further education and training for the region. Speaking on the announcement…

Youthreach Kiltimagh has once again proven its creative prowess by securing a coveted spot in THE Junk Kouture Regional finals, set to dazzle audiences at The Helix Dublin on March 5th, 2024. With their captivating creation, “Earthly Elegance,” the talented learners have brought forth a design that not only captivates the eyes but also touches the soul. Inspired by the theme of Positive Mental Health, Grounding & Biodiversity, “Earthly Elegance” is a testament to the profound connection between humanity and nature. Led by Geraldine…