Minister for Education, Norma Foley, has today opened a new modular school building at Letterkenny’s Errigal College.
The temporary modular building will add another seven classrooms to the school.
It follows a dramatic rise in the number of pupils at the school which led to an increase in demand for class spaces under Principal Danny McFadden.
The Minister was joined by local councillors, teachers and pupils for the ribbon-cutting occasion.
The two storey building, which was completed earlier this year, consists of seven classrooms and three SEN spaces. The single storey consists of three classrooms.
All classrooms are designed to be multi-functional and cater to various subject and learning disciplines. They have been kitted out with state-of-the-art equipment to support the learning and teaching within the classroom.
Speaking at the opening, Donegal ETB Director of Schools Dr Martin Gormley said “I acknowledge the support of the Minister and the Department of Education officials in bringing this project to fruition. The enhanced facilities will further improve the teaching and learning environment for our students and staff. Donegal ETB and Errigal College thank the Minister for her continued support towards the further development of the school.
Principal of Errigal College, Mr. Danny McFadden said, “We are delighted to have the Minister here today, to officially open our new building. Today was an opportunity for us to showcase our wonderful students and school. We promote equality of opportunity for all, unrestricted by background, ability, language or gender. We know that opportunity creates success, and we are fortunate to have the expertise and facilities to provide opportunities to all our students”.
Minister for Education, Norma Foley T.D. said, “It is an honour to be here today to officially open Errigal College’s new modular building comprising ten classrooms and SEN spaces. I know the opening of these fine facilities will see students continue to thrive.” she added, “I want to thank all the staff for the wonderful work that they do every day.”
Minister Foley is also due to visit St Eunans College and will also join the election canvass with local Fianna Fail election hopefuls.
Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today infront of the guard of honour with Senator Niall Blaney, Michael, Head Boy, Jo-Ann, Head Girl, Chi, Deputy Head Boy, Hazel Deputy Head Girl, Donal Coyle, Chaiman BOM, Mr. McFadden, Principal and Ms. Markham, Deputy Principal and Charlie McConalouge, TD, Minsiter for Agriculture , Food and Marine.
Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today with Minister for Agriculture, Marine and Food with Geography Students at the event. Photo Clive Wasson
Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today with Chanrlie McConalogue TD, Minsiter for Agricultre Food and Marine, Estate Management Section Donegal ETB, staff, arictects and engineers. . Photo Clive Wasson
Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., who officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today with Janet McGeever, Evan Gorrell, and Rory McCrossan reveiving a 3D printed harps in the STEM Lab Photo Clive Wasson
The school choir performing after Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today. Photo Clive Wasson
Students form Errigal College as Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today . Photo Clive Wasson
Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today with Michael, Head Boy, Jo-Ann, Hwead Girl, Chi, Deputy Head Boy, Hazel Deputy Head Girl, Donal Coyle, Chaiman BOM, Mr. McFadden, Principal and Ms. Markham, Deputy Principal. Photo Clive Wasson
meeting with the student Council.
Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., with Principal, Mr. McFadden at the official opening ofErrigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today. Photo Clive Wasson
Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today. pictued is Mr. McFadden, Principal speaking at the event. Photo Clive Wasson
Dr. Martin Gormley Director of Schools ETB speaking after Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today. Photo Clive Wasson
Minister for Education, Norma Foley, T.D., officially opened Errigal College’s new modular buildings in Windyhall, Letterkenny today. Photo Clive Wasson
