Posted online: Nov 11th, 2009

A modern new building for a Moville school has been welcomed by past pupil and Government spokesperson on education, Senator Cecilia Keaveney.
Scoil Eoghan, built at a cost in the regionof €2.4m will open next Monday, November 16, for pupils, however, the brand facility will be open to the general public at the brand new facility on Sunday from 3pm – 6pm.
Senator Keaveney said the new school was an “extremely welcome boost” for the Moville community.
She said: “It is very exciting for all involved to be moving into this beautiful new building,” she said.
“For teachers and pupils alike it will be the first time that everyone is on the one site in a real building. I know that this new dynamic will be very positive for the school.
“For parents, and many of them are like me, past pupils, there is a curiosity to see what the new school on ‘our old site’ is like.”
She added she was honoured to have played a part in the delivery of the project.
“I was proud to have served on the board of management of the school,” she said.
“I am delighted the Minister has ensured that items such as the eco friendliness of the school will assist keep running costs lower.
“I know that the €40,000 for the ICT in the school will make it a very technology-friendly school too alongside the substantial funds made available to kit out the Arts Department.”
Senator Keaveney said the opening of the new school had been worth the wait.
“A number of months ago I wrote that I got my government to toss my old school,” she said.
“I also said I had got them to invest in a new facility.
“The bridge between one phase and the other was not very long and everyone’s patience is now rewarded. I congratulate all involved.”
An art grant of a further €25,000 was also awarded and individuals and groups are invited to submit ideas, sketches and designs to be considered by the school committee. The selected piece-pieces may be located on the exterior or interior of the building and should reflect the ethos of the school or the locality.
Submissions should be sent care of Father Paddy O’Kane, PP, Moville by Monday, November 23 next.