TY Update March 2017 | Page 21

SCIFEST

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SciFest is a science fair programme that takes place at local , regional , and national level . It is f r e e t o e n t e r a n d participation is particularly suited to TY students . Last year over 8000 students participated . National winners compete at Intel ISEF in America and INESPO in the Netherlands . SciFest inspires creativity and innovation .
TREND MICRO “ WHAT ’ S YOUR STORY ?”

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Create a Poster or Film demonstrating how the internet isn ’ t actually as scary as people think .

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How have you mastered the online world and what have you got to say ?

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We ’ re looking for original films and posters that show the world what you do online , your successes online and how you conquer the online world .

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SMART FUTURES

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Promoting Science , Technology , Engineering a n d M a t h s ( S T E M ) careers to secondary school students . Smart Futures connects young people with STEM role m o d e l s b y t r a i n i n g volunteers across the country to visit schools and deliver free career talks . Students learn more about what people working in S T E M actually do , what skills they use and why they love their jobs .
TRANSITION !

YEAR

ADVISORY !

SERVICE

TY ADVISE

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Focused individual consulting and advisory service to assist in the development and improvement of TY across the board .
We advise ;
• Teachers
• Schools
• External Service Providers
STEIN STUDY

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Studying a language abroad is a wonderful opportunity which can benefit people in so many w a y s ; b e i n g f u l l y immersed in the language , gaining independence , making new friends and exploring a new European city , culture and lifestyle .
if you are thinking about studying a language abroad , Stein Study will help you find the best Language School for you .
TY TRANSMISSION

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TY Transmission gives you the tools and training to create your very own radio programmes . We ’ ll give you the guide to working in radio and the skills to record your own T r a n s i t i o n Y e a r Transmission .
• Learn how to script , present and edit your own radio show
• Record in our Vocal Coach Mobile Recording Studio
TRANSITION YEAR IRELAND

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A f r e e I n f o r m a t i o n Resource for TY Students . We provide access to the information students need for a stimulating and challenging TY .

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We help you find the opportunities available and act as a conduit for the promotion of TY related activities and initiatives .

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YOUTH CONNECT

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We are a student-centred education and engagement programme t h a t p r o v i d e s f r e e workshops and teaching materials on subjects closely linked to the world of work .
We host a video competition on a Decent Wo r k r e l a t e d t h e m e . Teams of second-level students create a short film on their understanding of the topic .
www . tyireland . com FOR EVERYTHING TY
TY UPDATE MARCH 2017