French For All concludes successful primary school language programme

Killarney-based language provider French For All has wrapped up another successful season delivering language and culture modules to local primary schools across the region.

The programme wrapped up at Kilgobnet National School, where fifth and sixth class pupils completed their “Say Yes to Languages” module. The milestone was celebrated with a French-themed dress party and a selection of French food alongside Principal Maura O’Connor.

Students at Tiernaboul National School also completed their second year of the language module, which is organised by Post Primary Language Ireland. The conclusion of the term was marked with a special food display and a thank-you card prepared by the children for Principal Maria Breen and teacher Karol Fleming.

Reflecting on the busy academic year, Hélène Olivier-Courtney, French For All course director and main teacher, expressed gratitude to the local school communities.

“As French For All course director and main teacher, I am grateful for the opportunity to participate in the children’s enjoyable discovery of the French language and culture,” Hélène said. “It also helps to promote a national initiative which encourages inclusion and proactive learning.”

It has been a busy period for the local service, which rolled out modules across numerous campuses including St Oliver’s National School, Ballifinane National School, Moyderwell National School, Scoil Caitlin National School, Beaufort National School, and Castleisland Boys National School.

Kilgobnet National School fifth and sixth class pupils completed their “Say Yes to Languages” module this week 

A host of heavenly choirs filled the Franciscan Friary with streaming light and music last Sunday night for the ‘Voices from the Friary’ charity concert.

The special musical evening was held to raise vital funds for St Francis Special School in Beaufort, with all proceeds from the night going directly toward supporting the school’s facilities and pupils.

The packed venue treated attendees to a varied programme of choral music, bridging both classical and contemporary genres. The performance featured the Kerry Concert Choir, who took to the altar alongside the talented musicians of the Kerry Scotia Ensemble.

The evening also included standout performances from renowned soprano and choir director Dr Sharon Lyons.

Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan

Heavenly choirs raise the roof at Friary charity concert

A host of heavenly choirs filled the Franciscan Friary with streaming light and music last Sunday night for the ‘Voices from the Friary’ charity concert.

The special musical evening was held to raise vital funds for St Francis Special School in Beaufort, with all proceeds from the night going directly toward supporting the school’s facilities and pupils.

The packed venue treated attendees to a varied programme of choral music, bridging both classical and contemporary genres. The performance featured the Kerry Concert Choir, who took to the altar alongside the talented musicians of the Kerry Scotia Ensemble.

The evening also included standout performances from renowned soprano and choir director Dr Sharon Lyons.

Photo: Valerie O’Sullivan