Students and staff from six Kerry schools received Gaelbhratach flags for using Gaeilge beyond the classroom. The awards were presented at a ceremony in Mary Immaculate College, with additional recognition tied to activities such as meet-ups and meetings with President Catherine Connolly. The Gaelbhratach programme, delivered by Gael Linn, encourages primary and post-primary students to use Irish in natural, enjoyable ways. Each flag acknowledges commitment to promoting Irish as a living language within schools and communities. This year marked a record total of 165 post-primary schools awarded, including participation from all 32 counties, and further primary school recognition is planned later in the year.
"Students and staff of St Brigid's Secondary School Killarney, Killarney Community College, Coláiste Íde Dingle, Pobalscoil Chorca Dhuibhne, Gaelcholáiste Chiarraí Tralee and Castleisland Community College were awarded a Gaelbhratach at a special ceremony in Mary Immaculate College."
"The national Gaelbhratach programme, delivered by Gael Linn, aims to encourage students at primary and post-primary level to use Irish beyond the classroom in a natural and enjoyable way."
"The students and teachers of the Kerry schools participated in a range of activities including meet-ups and meetings with President Catherine Connolly, for which they were awarded the prestigious prize from Gael Linn."
"This year, a record-breaking total of 165 post-primary schools, including in Kerry, have been awarded the Gaelbhratach - the highest number to date. The initiative continues to grow every year, with 2026 marking yet another milestone in its continued expansion at post-primary level. For the first time, this year schools from all 32 counties took part."
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