Contract Signed for Gaelscoil Lorgan’s new school in Castleblayney
Cavan and Monaghan Education and Training Board (CMETB) is pleased to announce the signing of contracts for the construction of the new school for Gaelscoil Lorgan in Castleblayney. This significant milestone marks the beginning of an exciting project that will see the construction of a state-of-the-art eight-classroom primary school.
The new school which is funded by the Department of Education will feature a connected General Purpose (GP) Hall, a ball court, a junior play area, and associated site works, providing a modern and comprehensive learning environment for students. The project aims to enhance educational facilities and support the growing needs of the school community. The delivery of the building project is entrusted to Cavan and Monaghan ETB who have significant experience in delivering building projects for schools and educational centres across the region.
The contracts were officially signed on Thursday, 28 August 2024 between CMETB and the appointed contractor CJ Callan Construction and witnessed by Cllr. PJ O’Hanlon, Chairperson of CMETB. Also in attendance were representatives from Oppermann Associates (project architects), McGahon Surveyors (project QS), Gaelscoil Lorgan Principal, Michelle Uí Mháirtín and Board of Management Chairperson Brendan O’Dufaigh.
Speaking at the signing ceremony, Dr. Fiona McGrath (Chief Executive, CMETB) said, “We are delighted to get to this stage on the journey to create a new and improved school building for Gaelscoil Lorgan. This project reflects CMETB’s dedication to providing top-tier educational facilities and fostering a nurturing environment for students and communities in our region.”
Michelle Uí Mháirtín, (Principal, Gaelscoil Lorgan) said:
“Lá stairiúil le haghaidh Baile na Lorgan agus muintir na Gaelscoile. Cuirfidh Gaelscoil Lorgan go mór le forbairt na Gaeilge i Muineacháin. Caithfidh muid aire a thabhairt don teanga le haghaidh an chéad ghlúin eile. A momentous day for the people of Castleblayney and surrounding areas who value and appreciate the opportunity to be educated through the medium of Irish. Gaelscoil Lorgan is committed to fostering and developing the Irish Language in Castleblayney. Ní neart go cur le chéile.”
Colin Callan (Managing Director, CJ Callan Construction) added “We are delighted to be part of this exciting project with CMETB and the full design team. It will be an excellent boost to the town of Castleblaney. We wish principal Michelle Ui Mhairtin and the entire teaching staff at Gaelscoil Lorgan many years of happy teaching.”
The signing of the project contracts reaffirms CMETB’s commitment to improving educational infrastructure and learning environments in the region. This project will deliver a high-quality education infrastructure that will benefit students, teachers, and the wider Castleblayney community for years to come. CMETB will continue to work closely with all stakeholders to ensure the project’s successful completion.
Pictured above: Back row L-R: Brendan O Dufaigh (Chairperson, Gaelscoil Lorgan, Colm Watters (CJ Callan Construction), Aaron Anderson (McGahon Surveyors), Liam Farrell (Oppermann Associates), Sarah Gilsenan (Head of Capital, CMETB), Karen McBride (Director of OSD, CMETB).
Front row L-R: Michelle Uí Mháirtín, (Principal, Gaelscoil Lorgan), Colin Callan (Managing Director, CJ Callan Construction), Cllr. PJ O’Hanlon (Chairperson, CMETB) and Dr. Fiona McGrath (Chief Executive, CMETB).
