Oiliúnóirí garchabhrach de dhíth
July 17, 2012
New school classroom announced for Gaelscoil Uileog de Burca
July 13, 2012
Mayo Fine Gael TD John O’Mahony has welcomed the announcement of the further development at Gaelscoil Uileog de Burca in Claremorris.
Deputy O’Mahony has been informed that the Department of Education has sanctioned the building of one new main stream classroom and resource room at the school.
“It’s fantastic news for everyone concerned with the school and I am absolutely delighted for them all. Ever since I was elected in 2007 I have campaigned for this development and it’s wonderful that this has been given the go ahead,” he said.
Deputy O’Mahony said he was acutely aware of the need for these rooms.
“This development is essential for the future of the school which will complement the on-going developments at the school, and at a time like this it’s only right that we pay tribute to the school principal, Marie Uí Mhurchú, all the staff, the pupils and the parents for all the work they did in developing Gaelscoil Uileog de Burca.”
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Samhail Mhaoinithe #2: Comhairleoir á lorg
July 13, 2012
Fleadh Cheoil na hÉireann 2012 – Gaeilgeoirí de dhíth!
July 12, 2012
Iarchéimeanna in Fiontar, DCU
July 12, 2012
Creative Close to Coalisland’s Irish Language Book Club
July 12, 2012
Coalisland Library was transformed into a magical world of singing and dancing animals, witches, ships and spells as this year’s Irish language, children’s book club drew to a close for the summer!
A visit from ‘Síona Scéalaí’, Sheena the storyteller from the Land of Stories, was a fitting finale to the year’s programme. Under the guidance of ‘Síona Scéalaí’ otherwise known as Ariel Killick (an accomplished Irish Language Performance Artist), the children got to create their very own story which they then brought to life in a fun and imaginative way.
Chairs were transformed into icebergs, children adopted their characters roles as they danced and sang to a rhythm of their own creation. In short, all involved had a fantastic time and it was evident that storytelling and reading activities are an important and enjoyable experience for children of all ages.
‘Léigh Leat’, or ‘Read On’ is an Irish language Book Club in which children from local Irish Medium schools, have the opportunity to read and interact with a variety of Irish language books suitable to their age and interests. The club takes place fortnightly in the inviting and child-friendly environment of Coalisland Library.
With growing numbers this year, the readers have been divided into 2 groups according to age. Within these groups the children get to read in a fun and imaginative environment as well as participating in related activities that so far have included art work, drama, puzzles and even a treasure hunt around the library!
All of the activities undertaken at the Book Club foster a love for reading and creating stories and of course have the additional element of helping these particular children see, that Irish is a living and vibrant language that can be used outside of the classroom. These sentiments were also reiterated by Gearóid Trimble, Programme Manager for Foras na Gaeilge, in his speech at the presentation of certificates to the children who had attended the Book Club.
Speaking to the parents, leaders, the Irish Language Officer and library staff , Gearóid emphasised the importance of each of their roles in providing the children in their care with such a worthwhile opportunity in terms of creating and developing a love for books and for the Irish language.
Addressing the children, he asked them to make him a promise that they would continue to read and enjoy books and to make use of the fantastic Irish language resources provided by their local library. The spirited, energetic atmosphere that prevailed throughout the book club and in particular during its closing session is a sign that this is one promise that is likely to remain unbroken.
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Short-film scheme Scéal 2 announced
July 11, 2012
Following the success of the previous schemes Síol, Údar, and Scéal we are delighted to announce the launch of a new scheme Scéal 2. Scéal 2 is a development scheme that offers talented new Irish-speaking writers/directors an opportunity to adapt a well-known story from Irish language literature or folklore towards a half hour short film.
The chosen story can be adapted from an Irish language short story, poem, folklore or any work that represents the Irish tradition of storytelling. Successful applicants will be given the opportunity to develop the story from the basic script to the eventual production and broadcast stage.
The scheme is open to Irish language writers from all over the country, whether they have screen experience or not, and to directors who wish to gain experience in television drama through Irish. All applicants will need to have a proficiency in the Irish language.
The first series of Scéal has completed filming and is currently in post-production. It will be screened on TG4 early in 2013.
24 August 2012 is the closing date for applications. The successful applicants will develop their scripts over a series of workshops with guidance from a professional script editor.
All information on the Scéal scheme is available at www.tg4.ie/sceal
Raidió Rí-Rá available on DAB
July 11, 2012
Irish language media took a step forward recently with the announcement that the Irish Language youth radio station, Raidió RíRá would be available on DAB (Digital Audio Broadcasting) from 1 July onwards.
DAB is high quality broadcasting system used in over 40 countries worldwide. Analogue signals are converted to a digital format, providing a better sound quality than FM.
Raidió Rí-Rá is the first chart station to run completely through Irish for young people where listeners can listen to the latest pop music, send in requests and check out Ireland’s Official Top 40.
The station began broadcasting online in 2008 and on FM from 2009 – 2001 and has thrived since then with an audience of over 4,000 listeners worldwide. RíRá’s achievements include 2 nominations at Gradaim Chumarsáide an Oireachtais in 2009 and 2001 and a full article in the station in this year’s Junior Cert Paper 1.
The station provides a wide range of stations during the week – Maidin Mhaith with Cillian de Búrca, An Lón Mór with Áine Ní Ghráda, Na Singlí Scaoilte with Síne Nic an Ailí, TRL ar Éileamh with Illy Ó Ceallaigh, Fuaim Eile with Traic Ó Braonáin and Top 40 Oifigiúil na hÉireann with Daithí where hit music can be heard by artists such as Nicky Minaj, Kanye West, The Coronas, The Dirty 9s, Jessie J, Cheryl Cole and much more. Extra programs are broadcast at the weekend including ‘Dioscó Dána’ and ‘Clár na nOchtóidí’.
Raidió RíRá can be heard online ar www.rrr.ie, on the iPhone app, on the TuneInn radio app for Android, on DAB radios and Nokia phones.
Hospice benefits from Gaelscoil’s monster efforts
July 10, 2012
THE STUDENTS AT Gaelscoil an Inbhir Mhóir were proud to hold a monster cheque this week which reflected their diligent fundraising efforts for charity.
Two initiatives, a concert and a jersey day ensured that a total of €391 was raised by the youngsters which was presented this week to Co. Wicklow Hospice.
Wicklow Hospice PRO Marie Kindlon paid tribute to the young philanthropists for their hard work.
‘On behalf of the Wicklow Hospice Foundation, I would like to offer our sincerest thanks to the Gaelscoil an Inbhir Mhóir, Arklow for their generous donation from fundraisers in aid of the Wicklow Hospice,’ she said.
WICKLOW PEOPLE
Gaelscoil ag barr rang na teicneolaíochta
July 10, 2012
