The Cumann Gaelach (Irish Society) in Gairmscoil Mhic Diarmada on Arranmore Island have won first prize in Comórtas Raidió Gael Linn with their programme on Inishkeeragh Island. The programme focuses on the history of Inishkeeragh, the type of life people had there and the reasons why it was abandoned in the fifties.
Micí Eddie Ó Gallachóir, Paddy Bhidí Ó Dónaill, Madge Uí Bhaoill and Willie Mhicí Ó Gallachóir were interviewed about the time they spent on Inishkeeragh. The pupils and teachers are very grateful to the interviewees for sharing their stories and time so generously with them. Four students, accompanied by their teacher, went to the RTÉ studio in Derrybeg on the 8th May 2014 to take part in the programme ‘Rónán Beo’ when the winners were announced live on air.
The school won a prize of €650 and a beautiful trophy. The school won first place in this same competition in 2011 and came in second place in 2012. Both students and staff are delighted with their achievement this year. Following Gairmscoil Mhic Diarmada into second place was Coláiste Pobail Cholmcille from Tory Island with their drama called “Tóir ar Taibhsí” - between humor and terror in this drama about the events that occurred when young people went one night into a haunted house. This was very liked with the judges and they recommended the acting and the quality of language in the play.
Congratulations and well done to both schools on their unique achievements.
Story - Donegal VEC
Photo - Gael Linn
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