€7 million will be provided to secondary schools, while €3 million euro will be allocated to the primary sector to help students learn at home during the covid-19 crisis.
The funds will be used to purchase devices such as laptops, which will be loaned out to students who don't have access to the technology at home.
Schools are being asked to prioritise exam classes, and then to look at where else access to technology is most needed.
Caution Urged On The Coast As Storm Austen Approaches
Swimmers are advised to avoid entering the water in stormy weather, or when strong winds, waves or currents make conditions unsafe.
Local Shock As Couple Found Dead At Their Bray Home
Gardaí are treating the case as a tragedy, and await post mortem results.
EirGrid Seeks Views On New Substations For North Wicklow
The North Wicklow Reinforcement Project will reinforce the electricity grid in North Wicklow, ensuring sufficient capacity is available for future increased demand.
Wicklow Receives 363 Applications For Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant
Over 120 previously vacant and derelict properties have been restored to residential use across Wicklow through the Vacant Property Refurbishment Grant
Storm Austen Warning for Wicklow With Heavy Rain Bringing Flood Risk
Difficult driving and localised flooding are possible from 7pm Thursday, with more wet and windy weather lined up for the bank holiday weekend.
Heavy rain shower
High: 10°C | Low: 7°C
Heavy rain shower
High: 11°C | Low: 7°C
Heavy rain shower
High: 10°C | Low: 5°C
Heavy rain shower
High: 10°C | Low: 5°C
Sunny intervals
High: 11°C | Low: 5°C
