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From Foal to Race Programme Empowers Young Students

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The From Foal to Race programme was launched at the Galway racecourse, celebrating the achievements of last year's winners and introducing new elements to the programme. Four students from Coláiste Chreagáin, Megan Flynn, Leanne Egan, Gillian Byrnes, and Eabha Donnelly, received the top prize for their project on Rachel Blackmore, a pioneering jockey and role model for young girls. The students were awarded a €1,000 cheque for their school to support educational learnings. As part of the launch, students enjoyed a behind-the-scenes tour of the Galway racecourse, gaining insight into the preparation and management of a race day.

Key Takeaways:

  • The From Foal to Race programme has seen incredible creativity from students over the past four years, with students bringing the industry to life through their projects.
  • The programme offers an accessible introduction to Ireland's equine world, promoting career pathways within the industry.
  • Exciting new elements have been added to the programme, including the 'Equine Innovation Project', which calls on students to submit their ideas to support and advance the horse racing industry.
  • The programme is designed for both students and teachers with or without prior industry knowledge.
  • Students enjoy a behind-the-scenes tour of the Galway racecourse as part of the launch, gaining insight into the preparation and management of a race day.
  • The programme has seen year-on-year growth, with more schools getting involved.
  • The programme aims to inspire the next generation and highlight the amazing career opportunities available in the horse racing industry.
  • Students Megan Flynn, Leanne Egan, Gillian Byrnes, and Eabha Donnelly from Coláiste Chreagáin received the top prize for their project on Rachel Blackmore.

Statistics:

  • €1,000 cheque awarded to Coláiste Chreagáin for educational learnings
  • Four students, Megan Flynn, Leanne Egan, Gillian Byrnes, and Eabha Donnelly, received the top prize for their project on Rachel Blackmore
  • Past four years have seen incredible creativity from students participating in the programme
  • "Equine Innovation Project" aims to engage students in supporting and advancing the horse racing industry

Sources:

  • "From Foal to Race Programme" - https://agriaware.ie/schools/secondary-school-programs/transition-year-module-equine/
  • "Megan Flynn, Leanne Egan, Gillian Byrnes, and Eabha Donnelly" - https://agriaware.ie/

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