In June 2021, Cumann na mBunscol organised Cumann na mBunscol Week. Schoolchildren throughout the island of Ireland took part. A host of stars of GAA Handball and camogie players also recorded coaching tips for children. A wide range of activities took place in which children were able to take part e.g. Colours Days, art competitions, skills competitions and interviews with famous players. Children and teachers made short films about Gaelic Games, their heroes and what Cumann na mBunscol means to children in primary school. Memorable match-winning scores were re-enacted in schoolyards throughout the land. Teachers and parents were unequivocal in reporting the enjoyment children derived from the week’s activities in what are difficult times in schools. Since then, Cumann na mBunscol Week has become a fixture in the school calendar.

More than anything, Cumann na mBunscol is about children and giving boys and girls the opportunity to play our National Games with their friends in a safe, enjoyable setting. We are blessed that so many teachers are willing to devote time to training school teams. We are also fortunate that many teachers remain involved in Cumann na mBunscol after retirement and ensure the smooth running of our activities. Míle buíochas to all the teachers who give so generously of their time and expertise at local, county, provincial and national level.

Cumann na mBunscol is grateful to our sponsors Allianz for their support and encouragement and to Cumann Luthchleas Gael for its co operation and goodwill.

To mark our 50th Anniversary of promoting Gaelic games in schools, we launched our book, "50 Bliain ag Fás" in November 2023. Written by Ciarán Crowe and former Cumann na mBunscol Náisiúnta Chairman, Joe Lyons, this wonderful publication chronicles 50 years of incredible volunteerism and spans 32 counties. Each school in the country received a copy of this book. Copies are still available at www.omahonys.ie/50-bliain-ag-fás-50-years-of-gaelic-games-in-primary-schools-p-10573951.html

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Mícheál MacThiarnáin

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