Skibbereen Community School was delighted to host a powerful Road Safety Authority (RSA) event for our Transition Year students, along with our neighbouring school Mount St. Michael, Rosscarbery, who joined us for the day.
The programme began with an informative and engaging presentation by Caroline Casey of Cork County Council, who spoke about the far‑reaching impact of road accidents on individuals, families, and the wider community. Her message encouraged students to reflect on their responsibilities as future road users.
Students also met representatives from An Garda Síochána, the National Ambulance Service, and the Fire Service. Each service shared invaluable insights and real-life experiences from responding to road incidents, helping students understand the seriousness of road safety from a frontline perspective.
One of the standout elements of the day was a live crash‑scene demonstration. Three TY students volunteered to act as crash victims while the Fire Service team demonstrated how they respond to a serious collision. In an impressive display of skill and teamwork, firefighters cut the roof off a car to safely access the students, showing the precision and urgency required during real emergency extractions.
This impactful event reinforced the crucial message that safe driving choices save lives.
We extend our sincere thanks to Caroline Casey and to the members of the Gardaí, Ambulance Service, and Fire Service for their time and expertise, as well as to Mount St. Michael for joining us in what proved to be a memorable and important learning experience for all involved.
