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Sean Kelly Raises The Erasmus Flag At Moyderwell School

September 29, 2018 Dermot Crean

Sean Kelly MEP with teachers and pupils from Moyderwell Mercy at the raising of the Erasmus Flag at the school on Friday. Photo by Dermot Crean

SEAN Kelly MEP along with Jim Mullen, Executive Director of Léargas visited Moyderwell Mercy Primary School on Friday to celebrate their inaugural Erasmus+ flag.

The was in recognition of the school’s participation in an Erasmus+ project exploring the teaching of English as a second language.

Funded by the EU, a large number of teachers from the school have undertaken training courses and job shadowing assignments in other European countries during school holidays, to further develop skills and competence in the teaching of English to a diverse student population.

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The aim of Erasmus+ is to contribute to the Europe 2020 strategy for growth, jobs, social equity and inclusion, as well as the aims of ET2020, the EU’s strategic framework for education and training.

The students at Moyderwell have also been very involved in the promotion of cultural integration and inclusion through their participation in eTwinning projects with students in both Sweden and the UK.

Teachers are already planning for projects with new partners in countries across the EU for the coming school year.

Teachers Maura Murphy, Paula Brassil and Karen O’Connor who were involved with the Erasmus Programme with pupils. Photo by Dermot Crean

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PHOTOS: Sean Kelly Takes Questions From Derryquay NS Pupils

April 28, 2018 Dermot Crean

Some Derryquay NS pupils who enjoyed the visit of Sean Kelly to the school. Photo by Dermot Crean

PUPILS at Derryquay NS had a special visitor on Friday when they welcomed Sean Kelly MEP to the classroom.

Mr Kelly was visiting as part of the Blue Star Programme which is being undertaken by pupils.

The Blue Star Programme is an education initiative for primary school students across Ireland. The idea of the programme is to foster better understanding and knowledge of Europe and how it affects the lives of Irish citizens among Irish primary pupils through classroom projects and activities.

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The Kilcummin native was treated to a presentation of the pupils’ knowledge of some EU countries and young musicians performed Ode To Joy which is the European Union’s anthem.

Mr Kelly then fielded a number of questions ranging from his favourite EU country (Italy) to how much he earns (€92,000 a year). He also spoke of how Brexit was a big mistake for Britain and confirmed what his favourite sport is (give a wild guess!). It was a hugely enjoyable visit for both the schoolchildren and Sean Kelly.

Some Derryquay NS pupils playing music for Sean Kelly on his visit to the school. Photo by Dermot Crean

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Sean Kelly Would Seek Nomination From Party To Run For President Of Ireland

January 11, 2018 Dermot Crean

MEP for Ireland South, Sean Kelly, has expressed an interest in running for President of Ireland.

President Michael D Higgins has not yet decided whether he will stay on, but if he doesn’t, the Kilcummin man said the role would appeal to him should the Fine Gael Party decide to nominate him.

President Higgins said he will make a decision on whether he will seek a second term in May after he returns from a visit to Canada.

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However, Mr Kelly said if the President decides to stay on, an election contest should not be necessary and he should be allowed to continue his work.

Speaking on Radio Kerry this morning, Sean Kelly said he would embrace the challenge but jokingly said it would be a far more attractive position if they could move the Áras down to Kerry.

Mr Kelly said he had great support and encouragement in both his party and around the country to run for President. If an election is necessary, it will take place in November this year.