During his tenure he ensured that DES supports were put in place to expand the nature and extent of the second level provision in Louth with the expansion and development of schools in Dunleer –Scoil ...

In his time as CEO, he played major roles in the development of O'Fiach College in Dundalk, DIFE in Drogheda, Bush Post Primary School and St Oliver's Community College. Dr Peter Connolly is survived ...