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THE people of Stonehall and sur- rounding areas are being asked to help, financially, with the extension of the local primary school.
An additional classroom, games hall, office, learning support room and cloakroom have been built onto the school, which was constructed in 1901.
There were four classrooms, but
the additional room was needed, so that the increasing pupil numbers could be afforded adequate space. There are currently 106 pupils on the school roll, along with a teaching staff of eight.
In an effort to cover the costs of the project, the school is currently fund- raising with a “Buy a Brick’ project to help put the finishing touches to the extension of the building.
Some government funding was re-
ceived, but local assistance is also required, in order that the project can be completed.
The parents committee has raised some money and are still looking for more funds. The building work started during the summer and it is hoped that the final works will be completed within the next month.
Teacher Helen O’Brien is appealing to past pupils to help out, as the wider community will benefit as a result.
“The government funding is not ad- equate so we are asking for the help of past pupils to buy a brick. If they do, they would be helping with the kitting out of the school,” she said.
The bricks cost €50 each and con- tributions can be made to the account at AIB, Town Centre, Shannon. Ac- count Number: 06585022. Sort Code: ee te yo
Contributions can also be sent to the school.