Laois school honours patrons in touching tribute
Mountrath Community School honoured their patrons with a warm welcome
A Laois school has celebrated their patron's in a touching tradition.
On March 4th, Mountrath Community School marked its inaugural Patrons' Day, a new tradition that honours the school’s rich history and values.
Established in 2009 through the amalgamation of Brigidine Convent Mountrath, Patrician Brothers Ballyfin, and St. Aengus Vocational School, the day was a heartfelt celebration of the school’s journey and its strong cultural foundations.
Pictured: Back row (L-R) - Monica White (Deputy Principal), Dermot Murphy (Chaplain) Br. Matthew, Lynda Tynan (LOETB) Kathryn O'Brien (Principal), Denis Boland (Deputy Principal). Front Row (L-R) - Br NIcholas, Mary Kavanagh, Sr. Mary Sheedy , Br. Gerry.
The patrons were warmly welcomed by both staff and students, who enjoyed a selection of delicious treats provided by the guests.
"Patrons’ Day not only celebrated the past but also provided an opportunity for everyone to reflect on the values that have shaped Mountrath Community School into what it is today," the school have said.
"With the support of our patrons, the school looks forward to many more years of growth and success, continuing to uphold the traditions that make it a place of learning and community," the school finished.