Transition Year students from Coláiste Pobail Naomh Mhuire, Buttevant have claimed joint first place in the final of the Méihuá Cup Chinese Learning Competition, held recently at Cork County Hall, and as their prize will travel with their teachers on a seven-day study trip to Nanjing, China, later this year. Coláiste Fionnchua, Mitchelstown finished in second place.
Speaking at the final, Mayor of the County of Cork, Cllr Mary Linehan Foley said, “Today we celebrate the achievements and dedication of Transition Year students who have excelled in their study of the Chinese language and culture. The Méihuá Cup has provided a platform for showcasing your talents. Learning a new language is demanding, but through this competition, students have gained an invaluable appreciation of another culture, a skill that will benefit them in future studies and careers. Each participant has represented themselves, their families, and their schools with pride. Special thanks to the teachers whose guidance and support were instrumental in the outstanding performances witnessed today.”
The competition, an initiative by Cork County Council in partnership with Cork Education and Training Board (Cork ETB), Nanjing Municipal Education Bureau, and the Confucius Institute at UCC, was first introduced in 2019.