Five Kilkenny schools receive Discover Primary Science and Maths awards Great results from local schools Reporter: '); Five Kilkenny primary schools have received a Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) Discover Primary Science and Maths Award (DPSM). St Colman’s Clara National School, Scoil Naomh Ioseph, Scoil San Lionard, Scoil Lachtain, Bunscoil McAuley Rice were confirmed as the recipient schools by Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, Simon Harris last week. The SFI programme aims to increase interest in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) among primary school students and teachers. The awards recognise the achievements of children and teachers in the application of STEM in their curriculum. The closing date for digital submissions was extended to September to accommodate Covid-19 restrictions and teachers were congratulated for continuing to inspire students and adapt to remote learning environments.