STUDENTS at a local school have shown their artistic side in a new calendar launched this week.
St Ita’s and St Joseph’s School 2025 Calendar showcases the work of the pupils and will raise funds for much needed sensory equipment in the school.
“We have 500 calendars and we’re hoping to sell them to hundreds of homes so they can see the wonderful work the students do,” said teacher Gillian Moriarty, who is co-ordinating the project.
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“The project came about from one student, Brendan Culhane,” explained Gillian. “In our class last year we recognised that he was extremely artistic and we wanted to give him a platform to showcase his work. We realised we needed the support of the other kids and it took off from there.”
“We have representation of about 70 children in the school in the calendar out of the student body of 125. The work was completed last year by students between January and June and was a collaboration between the SNA, teachers and the students.”
“We’re very proud of their work, they are extremely talented and loved the process.”
The calendars can be purchased in the school — €10 for one, €18 for two and €25 for three. They will be available in selected shops in Tralee in November. They can also be purchased at the school Christmas fair on December 6.