WATCH: Grand homecoming for Laois school following world robotics success
Rosenallis NS students were met with celebrations upon their return from America
Students at a Laois school who represented Ireland at the VEX World Robotics Championship in Missouri, USA were greeted with a grand homecoming this weekend.
On Sunday May 3, eleven Rosenallis NS students, teachers and parents were escorted home from Dublin airport by Slieve Bloom coaches.
The village was abuzz with excitement as friends, family and neighbours came out to support the primary school students.
WATCH: Grand homecoming for Rosenallis NS students. Video courtesy of Carmel Dunne Photography
Battling against huge international schools, Rosenallis NS Robotics Team defied all odds, bringing home the amazing Judge's Choice award from the world finals.
Thanks to the generous donations of Laois locals, students Ciara Dunphy, Luke Somers, Ollie McEvoy, Katie Murphy, Grace Murphy, Hannah Ormonde, David Goodwin, David Moyles, Aisling Guinan, Bobbee Friel and Lauren Kenny could attend the final with one parent each, along with principal Rory Walsh, teacher Aaron Mackessy and Laois County Council STEM Officer Seanie Morris.
Local photographer Carmel Dunne was on the scene at the homecoming, capturing the touching moment of community.
Well done to the Rosenallis NS school community!