Local schools receive Green Flags

526 schools across the country got their Green Flags this week.

Twelve Cavan schools have been awarded Green Flags this week, with two first time awardees.

The programme, which is run by An Taisce, rewards schools for their dedication to sustainability and protecting their environment.

Pupils take part in a number of activities and sessions during the school year to raise awareness of environmental issues and what they can do play their part.

526 schools across the country have been awarded flags.

Green-Schools Manager Cathy Baxter congratulated them.

“We know that you have all been working incredibly hard in your schools over the last year and you continued to find innovative ways to keep the programme going during school closures and social distancing. You managed to have outdoor Committee meetings, online workshops and attending online webinars to keep up to date, so thank you”, she said.

Six online award ceremonies have been taking place this week.

The winning schools in Cavan are:

Killyconnan N.S, Stradone

St. Patricks College Cavan,

Curravagh N.S, Glangevlin

Cavan Youthreach - First time winner

Corlea National School, Kingscourt - First time winner

Laragh N.S No. 2, Kingscourt

Scoil Bhride, Cavan

Scoil Mhuire National School, Cavan

Crossreagh N.S, Mullagh

Killinkere N.S, Virginia

St. Aidan's N.S, Bawnboy

St. Felim's N.S, Cavan