Major donation of robotics equipment to youth centre in Offaly
St. Mary’s Youth & Community Centre in Tullamore receives €4,000 in robotics equipment from Offaly County Council
ST. Mary’s Youth & Community Centre in Tullamore has been generously awarded €4,000 worth of VEX and robotics equipment, thanks to the support of Offaly County Council.
The centre extends its deepest gratitude to Councillors Tony McCormack and Declan Harvey for selecting it for this incredible opportunity, which will open new doors of learning and engagement for young people.
Special thanks also to VEX co-ordinators Ray Bell and Dean Hodge for facilitating this initiative.
Ray Bell and Cllr Tony McCormack delivered a truly inspiring speech to centre staff and children, highlighting the growing demand for robotics professionals in our local area.
They emphasised that businesses are actively seeking to hire local talent in this innovative field, reassuring our young people that there are plenty of opportunities for them to succeed in robotics right here in Offaly.
This equipment will not only ignite the curiosity of young minds but also empower them with the skills necessary to thrive in tomorrow’s workforce.
The centre is excited to see how this investment will inspire and support the future engineers, programmers, and innovators within our community.
St. Mary’s Youth & Community Centre remains dedicated to fostering a positive and educational environment, and they look forward to continuing our journey with the wonderful support of our local community.