Ballymakenny College, Drogheda, Co. Louth

Ballymakenny College, Drogheda, Co. Louth

This Creative Engagement Project involved 23 fifth-year art students collaborating with a local ceramic artist to design and create individual ceramic sculptures inspired by mythological creatures and folklore. The initiative was developed in response to students’...
Limerick ETSS

Limerick ETSS

Bridging the Gap This Creative Engagement Project connects industry and education through a real-world, project-based learning (PBL) experience for Senior Cycle students. By designing and planning a sustainable 220 m² bungalow, students will integrate skills from...
St. Brendan’s Community School, Birr, Co. Offaly

St. Brendan’s Community School, Birr, Co. Offaly

This Creative Engagement Project explored the themes of identity and belonging through painting and mixed media with Transition Year students. Students were encouraged to reflect on their personal experiences, interests, memories, and connections to their community...
Davis College, Mallow, Co. Cork

Davis College, Mallow, Co. Cork

Harper’s bird illustrations in Marquetry The Davis College Creative Engagement Project invited Transition Year and 5th-year students to bridge the gap between art and construction through the traditional craft of marquetry. Collaborating with crafts-person John...
Castlerea Community School, Co. Roscommon

Castlerea Community School, Co. Roscommon

Led by artist Patrick Strahan, this two-day workshop immersed Senior Cycle students and students from the Solas Room into the ancient art of blacksmithing.The project focused on “old world” techniques, including thermal management, drawing out, and...