Gaelcholáiste Mhaigh Eo Makes Progress with Application for New School
Gaelcholáiste Mhaigh Eo, a campaign advocating for Irish-language education in Mayo, has taken a major step forward with its application for the establishment of an Irish-medium secondary school in Castlebar. The submission, sent to the Department of Education, highlights the importance and relevance of introducing such a school in the region. The organizers of the Gaelcholáiste Mhaigh Eo campaign have been working tirelessly to provide essential educational opportunities in the community.
The establishment of Gaelcholáiste Mhaigh Eo is a crucial and well-timed response to the growing demand for Irish-language education in the community, stated Gaelcholáiste Mhaigh Eo. The application has garnered significant support from the local community and emphasizes the precedent for an Irish-medium secondary school in Mayo.
The campaign, founded in 2020 by Emer Mayock and Frainc Ó Clochartaigh, has made impressive progress over the past three years, despite the challenges posed by pandemic lockdowns. The application is accompanied by letters of support from local and national politicians, as well as endorsements from teachers and representatives of local sport and cultural organizations. These letters demonstrate the depth and breadth of support that Gaelcholáiste Mhaigh Eo enjoys across various sectors of society.
Key national organizations, including An Foras Pátrúnachta, Conradh na Gaeilge, Foras na Gaeilge, and Gaeloideachas, have also expressed their support for the campaign. This broad coalition of backing is a testament to the long-lasting impact that Gaelcholáiste Mhaigh Eo aims to achieve.
The submission of this application represents a significant step in our robust campaign, which has successfully advocated for the inclusion of Gaelcholáiste Mhaigh Eo in the Irish language plan for Castlebar, aligning with the town’s role as a Baile Seirbhíse Gaeltachta – Gaeltacht Service Town, added the campaign promoters.
The campaign leaders have engaged with members of Castlebar Municipal District, who have unanimously voiced their support for the initiative. Additionally, they have recently held meetings with key politicians at Dáil Éireann to further promote their cause.
The submission of the application to the Department of Education marks a momentous milestone for Gaelcholáiste Mhaigh Eo and its supporters. The campaign’s continuous efforts have taken them closer to realizing their goal of establishing an Irish-medium secondary school in Castlebar, ensuring valuable educational opportunities for future generations.
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