Success for two Laois students in nationwide competition
Former sixth class pupils from Scoil Naomh Eoin, Killenard, Andrew and Mateo who won the nationwide poster competition to raise awareness of carbon monoxide and the dangers that it can pose in our homes.
TWO former sixth class pupils from Scoil Naomh Eoin, Killenard have won a nationwide poster competition to raise awareness of carbon monoxide and the dangers that it can pose in our homes.
Gas Networks Ireland along with Junior Achievement Ireland (JAI) invited entries to a carbon monoxide safety poster competition from pupils who had recently completed the ‘Energize’ programme.
The Energize programme delivers science to primary school pupils through practical and engaging lessons to foster interest in the subject so that they continue with it to second level education. Carbon monoxide awareness is an important element of the programme.
Presenting the pupils from Scoil Naomh Eoin with an iPad, Gas Networks Ireland’s Social Sustainability Manager Grainne O’Reilly: “After taking part in the ‘Energize’ STEM education programme, students had the chance to channel their creativity into a poster competition, all while raising awareness about the importance of carbon monoxide safety at home. There were standout entries from every corner of Ireland, but it was Andrew and Mateo’s creation that truly shone.”
JAI Programme Coordinator Boyana Boeva said: “We are pleased to be able to bring programmes like ‘Energize’ to schools nationwide with Gas Networks Ireland. Energize explores the world of science, energy and safety in a fun and exciting way."”
To have Energize delivered in your school, please contact JAI at info@jai.ie.
