Killarney teacher visits European Commission

Maria Ryan, a teacher in St. Oliver's National School, was one of several primary teachers to enjoy a visit to the European Commission in Brussels.

European Commissioner Mairead McGuinness welcomed a group of 22 Irish primary school teachers on Wednesday.

The teachers participate in the Blue Star Programme, teaching Irish primary school children all about the EU in a fun and interactive way.

This was part of a study visit organised by the European Commission Representation in Ireland, in partnership with the European Parliament Liaison

Office in Ireland, and the European Movement Ireland.

It also included a day of seminars with officials in the European Commission, a meeting with Irish MEPs, and a visit to Ireland’s Permanent Representation to the EU.

The Blue Star Programme is an initiative of the Irish Government, supported by the European Commission and the European Parliament. It is managed by the European Movement Ireland.