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Teacher Maura O’Sullivan, Principal Mike O’Toole and teacher Danny Murphy with pupil looking forward to the St John’s Parochial School Fundraising Run which takes place on Sunday, May 19. Photo by Dermot Crean
PUPILS in St John’s Parochial School on Ashe Street, Tralee are “desperate to make the most of their play areas” but there is no Government funding available to bring the “children’s dreams to fruition”.
The children, their parents and staff are planning the school’s second annual fun run in Tralee Town Park on Sunday 19th May to help fund school yard and play space upgrades.
The Principal of St John’s Parochial School, Mike O’Toole, said: “Our numbers have doubled in recent years – from 38 to 75 students and from two to four teachers – since 2022. The play spaces have become more crowded and we would love to make these areas as productive and play friendly as possible.
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“Astro Pitches and Playgrounds cost up to €20,000 and €45,000 respectively and proceeds from this year’s fun run will go towards our Yard Rejuvenation Fund. Unfortunately, and despite being a DEIS school, there is no funding from the Department or grant available to bring our children’s dreams to fruition.”
St John’s Parochial School is thrilled to promote its second annual family fun run on 19th May, which will bring the school community together, and anyone who wants a fun day out, while keeping fit at the same time.
Participants need to register from 10.15am at the park entrance opposite the KDYS on Denny Street while the run itself will start at 11am.
Anyone who is not in a position to take part in the fun run can support the school’s fundraising efforts by making a donation online at https://www.gofundme.com/st-johns-parochial-school.
For more information, please contact info@jschooltralee.com or phone 066 7128142 during school hours.
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