Offaly TDs meet local kids at ESB Science Blast in RDS
Offaly TDs Tony McCormack and John Clendennen recently met with local school children at the ESB Science Blast in the RDS, Dublin.
Pupils from Gaelscoil Éadan Doire, Scoil Chinchilla, Killeigh, and Scoil Bhríde, Edenderry all participated in the event.
The ESB Science Blast is a free educational programme which actively encourages child-led investigation and scientific discovery.
Since its launch in 2019, ESB Science Blast has engaged over 70,000 primary school pupils from all 32 counties, inspiring young minds to explore the world around them and develop critical future skills such as communication, critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and curiosity.
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Pictured is John Clendennen TD Offaly with pupils from Scoil Chinchilla, Killeigh.Pic: Fintan Clarke\CoalesceImage 2 of 3
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Pictured is John Clendennen TD Offaly with pupils from Scoil Bhride, Edenderry.Pic: Fintan Clarke\CoalesceThe programme’s positive impact is evident in an external evaluation study conducted by the RDS.
The study revealed that: 71% of pupils reported improved teamwork skills, 86% of teachers observed enhanced presentation skills in the classroom, and 65% of pupils expressed a greater interest in pursuing STEM careers.
These findings underscore the vital role ESB Science Blast plays in shaping Ireland’s next generation of scientists, engineers, and innovators.