{"id":33119,"date":"2026-03-11T12:49:22","date_gmt":"2026-03-11T12:49:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/?p=33119"},"modified":"2026-03-11T14:59:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-11T14:59:24","slug":"kilkenny-and-carlow-etb-learners-showcase-talent-to-president-catherine-connolly-at-national-irish-language-competition","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/ga\/kilkenny-and-carlow-etb-learners-showcase-talent-to-president-catherine-connolly-at-national-irish-language-competition\/","title":{"rendered":"Kilkenny and Carlow ETB learners showcase talent to President Catherine Connolly at national Irish language competition"},"content":{"rendered":"<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>Kilkenny and Carlow ETB learners showcase talent to President Catherine Connolly at national Irish language competition<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">Students from Gaelchol\u00e1iste Cheatharlach and Col\u00e1iste Pobail Osra\u00ed Cill Chainnigh attended the event held in The Connacht Hotel, Galway, on Tuesday, March 6th. The national celebration of student voice across Irish-medium schools hosted by Education and Training Boards Ireland (ETBI) featured an address from the President of Ireland Catherine Connolly, who engaged with students and commended their leadership and creativity throughout the day.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">Taking place during Seachtain na Gaeilge,\u00a0the overall theme of Muintearas this year was:\u00a0<\/span><strong>\u201cAr bhF\u00eds don Todhcha\u00ed: Ceili\u00faradh ar Ghuth an Scol\u00e1ire i scoileanna l\u00e1n-Ghaeilge na mBord Oideachais agus Oili\u00fana&#8221;<\/strong>\u00a0(Our Vision for the Future: Celebrating the Student Voice in Irish-Medium Schools of the Education and Training Boards.)<\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">Muintearas \u201926 provided a national platform for Irish-medium ETB schools to articulate their collective hopes and ambitions for the future \u2014 entirely through Irish. Themes ranged from climate action and technological innovation to mental health, equality, inclusion, respect and the continued growth of the Irish language in modern society.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">President Connolly said about the event,\u00a0<\/span><i><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">\u201cIt gives me courage and hope, as President of Ireland, that it is clear that young people understand how important it is for respect to be the basis of any human interaction, that we would be able to respectfully accept different backgrounds and identities, and that it is from this foundation that a kind and compassionate society of the future will grow.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">Gean Gilger, Coordinator of Muintearas \u201926, reflected on the impact of the event,\u00a0<\/span><i><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">\u201cMuintearas \u201926 gave students a powerful opportunity to meaningfully discuss issues that are close to their hearts, through Irish, and with confidence. When students realise that their ideas are being listened to at a national level, it strengthens not only their belief in themselves, but also their belief in the value of their language and their education.\u201d<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\"><strong>A National Showcase of Student Vision<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_33122\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-33122\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-33122\" src=\"https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Gaelcholaiste-Cheatharlach-KCETB-Evan-MacEochaidh-Lauryn-Webster-Liadan-Nic-Aonghusa-Noini-Ni-Bhroin-agus-Cathal-OCeallaig-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Students in red uniform holding banner\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Gaelcholaiste-Cheatharlach-KCETB-Evan-MacEochaidh-Lauryn-Webster-Liadan-Nic-Aonghusa-Noini-Ni-Bhroin-agus-Cathal-OCeallaig-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Gaelcholaiste-Cheatharlach-KCETB-Evan-MacEochaidh-Lauryn-Webster-Liadan-Nic-Aonghusa-Noini-Ni-Bhroin-agus-Cathal-OCeallaig-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Gaelcholaiste-Cheatharlach-KCETB-Evan-MacEochaidh-Lauryn-Webster-Liadan-Nic-Aonghusa-Noini-Ni-Bhroin-agus-Cathal-OCeallaig-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Gaelcholaiste-Cheatharlach-KCETB-Evan-MacEochaidh-Lauryn-Webster-Liadan-Nic-Aonghusa-Noini-Ni-Bhroin-agus-Cathal-OCeallaig-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Gaelcholaiste-Cheatharlach-KCETB-Evan-MacEochaidh-Lauryn-Webster-Liadan-Nic-Aonghusa-Noini-Ni-Bhroin-agus-Cathal-OCeallaig-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Gaelcholaiste-Cheatharlach-KCETB-Evan-MacEochaidh-Lauryn-Webster-Liadan-Nic-Aonghusa-Noini-Ni-Bhroin-agus-Cathal-OCeallaig-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Gaelcholaiste-Cheatharlach-KCETB-Evan-MacEochaidh-Lauryn-Webster-Liadan-Nic-Aonghusa-Noini-Ni-Bhroin-agus-Cathal-OCeallaig-1568x1046.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-33122\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Evan MacEochaidh, Lauryn Webster, Liadan Nic Aonghusa, Noini Ni Bhroin agus Cathal O\u2019Ceallaigh &#8211; Gaelchol\u00e1iste Cheatharlach<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">Muintearas \u201926 provided a national platform for Irish-medium ETB schools to articulate their collective hopes and ambitions for the future, entirely through Irish.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">A highlight of the day was the vibrant\u00a0<strong>Poster Competition<\/strong>, where each participating school showcased its students\u2019 vision for the Ireland of tomorrow. Themes ranged from climate action and technological innovation to mental health, equality, inclusion and the continued growth of the Irish language in modern society. The creativity, insight and depth of thinking on display reflected a generation deeply engaged with shaping positive change.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">Deir\u00a0<strong>Schools Presentation Competition<\/strong>\u00a0offered students the opportunity to explore issues of importance in even greater depth. Through confident and compelling presentations, students examined the challenges facing their communities and proposed forward-looking solutions. The standard of discussion, critical thinking and fluency in Irish was widely praised by attendees.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\"><strong>Dialogue, Collaboration and Connection<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">Beyond the formal competitions, Muintearas \u201926 created meaningful space for collaboration and dialogue. Students participated in round-table discussions, exchanged ideas with peers from Irish-medium ETB schools across the country, and built new friendships and networks.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">The atmosphere throughout the day was energetic and optimistic, underscoring the strength of Irish as a living language of debate, creativity and leadership.<\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_33123\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-33123\" style=\"width: 750px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-large wp-image-33123\" src=\"https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Freya-Ni-Aolain-Rome-Cait-Ni-Chathain-agus-Morgain-OTuathail-presenting-at-Muintearas-26-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"students presenting at conference\" width=\"750\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Freya-Ni-Aolain-Rome-Cait-Ni-Chathain-agus-Morgain-OTuathail-presenting-at-Muintearas-26-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Freya-Ni-Aolain-Rome-Cait-Ni-Chathain-agus-Morgain-OTuathail-presenting-at-Muintearas-26-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Freya-Ni-Aolain-Rome-Cait-Ni-Chathain-agus-Morgain-OTuathail-presenting-at-Muintearas-26-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Freya-Ni-Aolain-Rome-Cait-Ni-Chathain-agus-Morgain-OTuathail-presenting-at-Muintearas-26-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Freya-Ni-Aolain-Rome-Cait-Ni-Chathain-agus-Morgain-OTuathail-presenting-at-Muintearas-26-2048x1366.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Freya-Ni-Aolain-Rome-Cait-Ni-Chathain-agus-Morgain-OTuathail-presenting-at-Muintearas-26-18x12.jpg 18w, https:\/\/kcetb.ie\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/Freya-Ni-Aolain-Rome-Cait-Ni-Chathain-agus-Morgain-OTuathail-presenting-at-Muintearas-26-1568x1046.jpg 1568w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-33123\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Freya Ni Aolain Rome, Cait Ni Chathain agus Morg\u00e1in O\u2019Tuathail &#8211; Col\u00e1iste Pobail Osra\u00ed<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\"><strong>National Partnership and Recognition<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">ETBI acknowledged the valued support of\u00a0<strong>COGG<\/strong>, whose commitment to Irish-medium education continues to strengthen initiatives such as Muintearas \u201926.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">A special moment during the event saw students from\u00a0<strong>Col\u00e1iste na bPiarsach<\/strong>, representing\u00a0<strong>Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board<\/strong>, present a commemorative piece to President Connolly on behalf of ETBI. The presentation symbolised the shared vision and ambition of Irish-medium ETB schools nationwide.<\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\"><strong>Looking Ahead<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p class=\"noSpacingAbove spacingBelow\" data-text-type=\"withSpacing\"><span dir=\"ltr\" lang=\"EN-GB\">Muintearas \u201926 stands as a powerful testament to ETBI\u2019s commitment to amplifying student voice and nurturing leadership within Irish-medium education. As the day concluded, one message rang clear: the future of education \u2014 and of the Irish language \u2014 is in capable, creative and confident hands.<\/span><\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Kilkenny and Carlow ETB learners showcase talent to President Catherine Connolly at national Irish language competition &nbsp; Students from Gaelchol\u00e1iste Cheatharlach and Col\u00e1iste Pobail Osra\u00ed Cill Chainnigh attended the event held in The Connacht Hotel, Galway, on Tuesday, March 6th. 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