The Junior Cycle Framework contains 24 statements of learning, underpinned by the eight principles, provide the basis for schools to plan for, design and evaluate their junior cycle programmes. That process of planning focuses on the combination of curriculum components (subjects, PLU’s, and short courses) and other learning experiences. Schools will ensure that all statements of learning, alongside the key skills feature in the programmes of all junior cycle students. These are the key learning experiences throughout a whole learning process, from first to third years:  1. Communicates effectively using a variety of means in a range of contexts  2. Listens, speaks, reads and writes and one other language at a level of proficiency that is appropriate to her or his ability  3. Creates, appreciates and critically interprets a wide range of texts 4. Creates and presents artistic works and appreciates the process and skills involved  5. Has an awareness of personal values and an understanding of the process of moral decision making  6. Appreciates and respects how diverse values, beliefs and traditions have contributed to the communities and culture in which she/he lives  7. Values what it means to be an active citizen, with rights and responsibilities in local and wider contexts  8. Values local, national and international heritage, understands the importance of the relationship between past and current events and the forces that drive change  9. Understands the origins and impacts of social, economic, and environmental aspects of the world around her/him  10. Has the awareness, knowledge, skills, values and motivation to live sustainably 11. Takes action to safeguard and promote her/his well-being and that of others  12. Is a confident and competent participant in physical activity and is motivated to be physically active  13. Understands the importance of food and diet in making healthy lifestyle choices  14. Makes informed financial decisions and develops good consumer skills  15. Recognises the potential uses of mathematical knowledge, skills and understanding in all areas of learning  16. Describes, illustrates, interprets, predicts and explains patterns and relationships  17. Devises and evaluates strategies for investigating and solving problems using mathematical knowledge, reasoning and skills  18. Observes and evaluates empirical events and processes and draws valid deductions and conclusions  19. Values the role and contribution of science and technology to society, and their personal, social and global importance  20. Uses appropriate technologies in meeting a design challenge  21. Applies practical skills as she/he develop models and products using a variety of materials and technologies  22. Takes initiative, is innovative and develops entrepreneurial skills 23. Brings an idea from conception to realisation  23. Uses technology and digital media tools to learn, communicate, work and think collaboratively and creatively in a responsible and ethical manner