11/06/2026
Roscommon Community College is delighted to have received an AIB Future Sparks School Impact Awards 2025/26 Exemplary School Award in recognition of the outstanding work carried out through the project *From Barriers to Belonging: Exploring Educational Disadvantage Through the Lens of the Roma Community in Ireland*.
The project, led by students Kevin, Sophie and Rebecca, was commended for its ethical approach to social research and for highlighting the educational experiences of members of the Roma community. As part of the project, the students had the opportunity to present their findings to national policymakers and the Slovakian Ambassador.
We are incredibly proud of Kevin, Sophie and Rebecca, and grateful to TY Coordinator Ms Glancy, along with the many students and staff in RCC who supported and contributed to the project along the way.
This award is wonderful recognition of a project that explored an important issue while highlighting the importance of student voice.
Congratulations to everyone involved in this well-deserved recognition.