The Enniskillen Model Primary School Parent Teachers’ Association (PTA) is organising a 5k Run and Walk in memory of Shirley Rowland – their much-loved colleague and friend who passed away on October 30, 2020.

Shirley Rowland (née Kee) worked as a classroom assistant at Enniskillen Model Primary School, where she was also Chairperson of the school’s Parent Teachers’ Association (PTA) for several years.

Shirley was an extremely dedicated, highly-respected and much-loved member of staff, who successfully organised a large number of the school’s events and fundraising activities, including the school’s first 5k running races which took place in 2018 and 2019.

'Shirley’s Run' will be held on Friday, September 9, commencing at 6.30pm. The race will have chipped timing, with cash prizes for the top three males and females, and all participants will receive a bespoke medal.

Refreshments will be served at the end of the event at Enniskillen Model Primary School.

Cheryl Clarke, Chairperson of the school's PTA, said: “This event is being organised to honour our dear friend Shirley’s memory.

"All proceeds raised through this event will go towards Enniskillen Model PTA's resources fund, and a charity chosen by Shirley’s family. Both of these organisations were very close to Shirley’s heart.”

The late Shirley Rowland, (Kee).

The late Shirley Rowland, (Kee).

She added: “Our PTA is very fortunate to have the help and support of Mrs. Irene Clements – a very experienced and talented runner, who has devised the route for Shirley’s Run.”

Shirley’s 5k Run and Walk will start at the end of Castlecoole Road (by the back gates to Castle Coole Estate and the entrance to Enniskillen Golf Club).

The scenic route will travel through Castle Coole Estate, out onto the Dublin Road, and finish within the grounds of Enniskillen Model Primary School.

Anyone interested in taking part in this family-friendly 5k run and walk can register online via the following link (that is also available on Enniskillen Model PTA Facebook page): https://tinyurl.com/3fcdjr7p.

Participants can also register in-person at Enniskillen Model Primary School (assembly hall) on Wednesday, September 7 and Thursday, September 8, between 6.30pm and 8pm and on Friday, September 9 between 4.30pm and 6pm.

Children under 16 years old are welcome to participate, but must be authorised to do so by a parent/guardian. Children under eight years old must be accompanied by an adult.