As you might be aware, from local Papers and Press Releases, the GaelCholaiste Charrig Ui Leighin project is moving along at a steady pace. Since our last update we have selected our Patron for the GaelCholaiste and have decided to nominate the Cork County VEC. After recent discussions with Barra O Briain, CEO of the CC VEC, he has indicated that they would be delighted and excited in acting as Patron for the new school and in dealing with the Department of Education on our behalf.
To progress to the next stage, a Submission has to be made to the Department of Education and the Minister Mary Hanafin, highlighting our request for School Status for the GaelCholaiste for Carrigaline. This Submission is being drafted at present and should be with the Department in the coming weeks.
We have also met with the Locals County Councilors to outline our intentions and to ask for there support for the project and as expected we have received a very positive response from all contacted. We have also met with Minister Micheal Martin and have also received a very positive response for our proposal.
The work has also continued with the Sub-groups which were setup to deal with the issues and opportunities that arise. The Publicity, Communication and Enrolment group have been hard at work contacting the schools within the catchment area of the GaelCholaiste, to continue promoting the new GaelCholaiste and enroling new students.
If there are any questions or queries please do not hesitate to contact us.
