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Pandemic’s Grade Impact Lingers | Cork News
Record-breaking Leaving Cert turnout this year, as over 70,000 students face results shaped by pandemic-era grading chaos. Unlike last year’s inflated scores, this cohort sees a more realistic reflection — thanks to a subtle statistical adjustment designed to gently recalibrate grades without shocking applicants. The exam boards are carefully walking a tightrope: lowering grades just enough to restore pre-pandemic standards, while avoiding sudden drops that could derail university admissions. It’s a quiet reset — and for many, it’s the first time they’re seeing their true potential on paper…
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