This week on Next Gen Galway, Kayte is joined by Galway Educate Together Secondary School TY student Molly Chapple and TY Coordinator Ann Marie Greene.
L-R TY Coordinator Galway Educate Together Secondary School Ann Marie Greene, Ty student Molly Chapple, GBFM Kayte O'Malley
Over 1,700 secondary school students from around Ireland took part in this year’s Career Skills Competition 2026 culminating in the top 35 students from 21 counties in Ireland being honoured at an award ceremony at the Clock Tower, Department of Education
Some of the standout entries were quite timely; one student explored the job of a genealogist (the nation just recently pouring over the 1926 Census results), while another looked into the role of medicine in space – very relevant in light of NASA’s awe-inspiring Artemis missions! One student also gained teaching experience in Calcutta, which encouraged him to explore the career of a social entrepreneur.
To enter, students researched their chosen career, outlined relevant education pathways, identified key skills and knowledge and reflected on how the experience has influenced their aspirations. Students entered in English or Irish, either through a written submission or a Vlog.
Winners in each category received MacBook Air laptops. In addition, four schools received €1,000 each to support their career guidance programmes.
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