Primary schools across Ireland are being invited to celebrate the 27th World School Milk Day by joining a live webinar hosted by the National Dairy Council (NDC) on Wednesday 30 September.

The webinar, presented by John Sharpson, will feature double Olympic rowing champion Paul O’Donovan alongside NDC nutritionist Aoife Burns.

It will be available through the NDC’s Moo Crew educational platform.

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Pupils and teachers will hear about Paul’s training and nutrition, see footage from recent school farm visits and enjoy cookery demonstrations from home economics teacher Nessa Egan.

Memories

Paul O’Donovan recalled his own experience from his primary school days.

“I have great memories of getting school milk during my primary school days in Lisheen. It was always one of the highlights of the day. I used to look forward to it every morning and I loved it so much that I’d often go back and ask for a second or even a third carton."

During the webinar, Paul will speak to pupils about his training and nutrition, as dairy continues to form part of his diet as an athlete.

NDC CEO Emma Walls said World School Milk Day is a wonderful opportunity for schools.

“World School Milk Day is a wonderful opportunity for schools to celebrate the role of school milk programmes, while helping children learn more about nutrition, farming and where their food comes from.

“Through the EU School Milk Scheme and our Moo Crew resources, we want to give pupils engaging and practical opportunities to learn about healthy, balanced diets,” she said.

World School Milk Day is celebrated internationally each year, recognising the benefits and achievements of school milk programmes.

Schools can register in advance for the webinar.