A Cavan primary school is hosting a "super auction" this weekend to raise important funds for class equipment.
Scoil Bhríde, Mountnugent currently has 79 pupils, but a gradual decline in enrolment over the past ten years has meant the amount awarded from capital grants has also fallen.
As a result, the school has organised an auction of local goods and services with the aim of raising €15,000 to go towards modern classroom furniture and some computers to teach basic tech skills.
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The Cavan Autism Parent Support Group is the chosen charity of Saturday's event and will receive a portion of the proceeds.
Principal of the school Jane Browne said while funding has went down, costs have went up:
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