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Leitrim native appointed principal at Longford School

Dec 22, 2022 10:44 By Shannonside News
Leitrim native appointed principal at Longford School
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 Mr. O'Rourke has been working with and leading the school in an Acting capacity since March 2021.

Longford-Westmeath ETB has announced the appointment of Michael O’ Rourke as Principal of Ballymahon Vocational School in a permanent capacity.

He will become the 9th Principal to Ballymahon Vocational School since its establishment in the 1940’s.

Originally from Carrick on Shannon in Co. Leitrim, Mr O'Rourke began teaching in 2001 following graduation from the University of Limerick. As a teacher of Design & Communication Graphics, Construction Studies and Woodwork, Mr. O'Rourke also worked with the State Examinations Commission on both practical and theory examinations at Junior and Senior Cycle over many years. Mr. O'Rourke was appointed to the position of Deputy Principal of Templemichael College, Longford Town in 2013.

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Ballymahon Vocational School is one of eight secondary schools managed by Longford-Westmeath ETB. It has a school population 420 students. There are over 50 staff members including Teachers, SNAs, Secretary and Ancillary staff.

 

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