One day on our way to swimming we took a detour! We experienced a unique mode of transport at the ‘Lartigue Monorail & Museum‘ in Listowel. A Grandparent had organised our visit to see the original steam-powered monorail designed by Frenchman Charles Lartigue that ran for 9 miles between Listowel and Ballybunion operating from 1888-1924. The children watched an old film of the original Lartigue that showed passengers, livestock and freight being carried along a rail supported on A-shaped trestles. The Monorail in Listowel was the only one of its type to operate successfully. It was an object of much interest, curiosity and amusement. Our visit included a short demonstration journey on a full-scale diesel-powered replica of the original monorail. We were able to observe its ingenious switching system. In the museum we saw models, displays and memorabilia of the Lartigue. Míle buíochas to the friendly staff, mainly volunteers, who provided information and patiently answered all our questions. It was well worth the visit.
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At Murhur N.S., we are committed to building a fully inclusive school where every child is valued and celebrated for their unique abilities. We are very much looking forward to opening our new Autism Class this September, which will be an important step in helping us achieve this vision.
We are excited to continue to grow a school community where everyone belongs.
Today we were very fortunate to have a visit from Aodán Behan, founder of the thriving Behan's Bainne Blasta. This visit was to assist us with our ongoing Farm Safety Flag initiative as well as the Junior Entrepreneur Programme that our Senior Room are currently engaging in. Aodán gave a wonderful presentation, he is such an inspiration to all our children with an interest in farming as well as those with entrepreneurial minds! Not only did he give up time in his very busy schedule, he brought lots of delicious samples for us to try! Thank you again to Aodán! No doubt you have inspired many of our pupils today!!