On Monday 25th of June pupils, staff and community members gathered outside of Owning National school to witness the raising of our first Green Flag by All star hurler Tommy Walsh. Our ceremony began with some singing by the pupils and a few words from our principal followed by environmental officer, Bernadette Maloney congratulating the children on their achievement. Lastly Tommy Walsh gave an inspiring speech congratulating both the children and staff members in which he compared the schools effort to achieve a Green Flag to that of a hurling team, where all the players and their leaders combine their efforts and work as a team. Excitement filled the air as Tommy, aided by some of the children, raised the flag into the air. Once the flag was flying high, our celebrations continued in the school yard where Tommy signed jerseys, hurls etc. and posed for photographs with the children. Thanks to the help of parents, tea and cakes were served in the hall, while an ice-cream van was also on site. We would like to thank Tommy Walsh for taking the time to visit our school, Bernadette Maloney, everyone who helped with catering, and last but not least, our green school comittee, staff and students for all their efforts in achieving our first Green Flag!
