Kerry families step out in support of Caherleaheen NS playground project

Caherleaheen National School hosted a community fundraiser to support a planned playground development project. Pupils, families, and staff took part in walking, jogging, and running events held each Wednesday evening at John Mitchel’s GAA Club. Over six weeks, participants completed 2km and 5km challenges while staying active and supporting the school project. After each event, refreshments and treats were provided, along with conversation before younger participants went home. The fundraiser aims to generate €30,000 for completion of a new playground, which will be available for wider community use with support from Kerry County Council Community funding. The school thanked the GAA club for facility access and recognized contributions from children, parents, guardians, and supporters through sponsorship cards.

"Caherleaheen National School recently hosted a hugely successful community fundraiser in aid of its planned playground development project. The initiative united pupils, families and staff for a series of enjoyable walking, jogging and running events held each Wednesday evening at John Mitchel's GAA Club. Over six weeks, participants took part in both 2km and 5km challenges, embracing the chance to stay active while supporting an important school project."

"The fundraiser aims to generate €30,000 towards the completion of a new playground, which will also be available for wider community use with support from Kerry County Council Community funding. The facility is expected to become a valuable shared space for local families and children. School management expressed sincere gratitude to John Mitchel's GAA Club for generously providing access to its excellent facilities."

"Thanks were also extended to the children, parents, guardians and supporters who took part and contributed through sponsorship cards. "The support and generosity shown by everyone involved has been truly appreciated," said Siobhan Fitzgerald of Caherleaheen National School. "Every contribution brings us closer to making this exciting project a reality - one that will benefit both current and future pupils. Thanks to the generosity of the community, the playground will be there for children to enjoy for years to come," she added."

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