Media Release
Mangaluru, Mar 4: St Theresa’s School marked a historic milestone as it proudly inaugurated its newly constructed school block—a beacon of progress, excellence, and the school’s unwavering commitment to holistic education on March 4.
The prestigious event was graced by distinguished dignitaries, including Sr Rose Celine, superior general of the Bethany Congregation; Sr Violet, procurator general; Fr Walter D’Souza, parish priest of St Sebastian Church, Bendur; Kumudini, CRP from the education department; Collette Cabral, PTA vice president; Sr Shaila, delegation superior; guest sisters from Bethany across India, parents, well-wishers, and students.
The ceremony commenced with Sr Rose Celine cutting the ceremonial ribbon, officially unveiling the plaque of the new block, followed by a solemn blessing led by Fr Walter D’Souza, joined by Fr Vivek and Fr Matthew, invoking divine grace upon the institution’s latest addition.
A vibrant cultural programme set an inspiring tone, with students presenting a captivating welcome dance. The dignitaries were then led to the auditorium, where the formal proceedings began with a soulful prayer dance—an artistic tribute to St Thérèse, on her centenary of canonization, and the Servant of God RFC Mascarenhas, whose visionary leadership continues to guide the institution’s journey.
In her welcome address, Sr Shaila, the School correspondent, expressed profound joy and gratitude, emphasising that the new block would serve as a cradle of knowledge and excellence for generations to come.
A special highlight of the event was the felicitation of the brilliant minds behind the project. Sr Rose Celine extended heartfelt appreciation to the architects from Saldanha Associates — Manjari and Praveen Saldanha; structural engineer Vimal Anil; and contractor Richard Rodrigues, whose expertise and dedication played a pivotal role in bringing this vision to life.
In her keynote address, Sr Rose Celine reflected on the school’s remarkable journey—from its humble beginnings with a handful of students to its present stature as a beacon of academic excellence. She lauded the unwavering commitment of all those who contributed to this ambitious endeavour and underscored the transformative role of quality education and world-class infrastructure in shaping young minds.
As a symbolic gesture of growth, legacy, and aspiration, she formally christened the auditorium “Monsignor Raymond Auditorium” in honour of the institution’s illustrious founder.
The event concluded with a gracious vote of thanks by Sr Lourdes, the principal, who expressed deep gratitude to every individual whose efforts transformed this vision into reality.
Following the formal proceedings, guests and students embarked on a guided tour of the new block, marvelling at its spacious, well-ventilated classrooms, a richly stocked library, and cutting-edge science and computer laboratories. Designed to foster innovation, critical thinking, and holistic development, the new infrastructure stands as a testament to St Theresa’s enduring legacy of excellence and its commitment to nurturing future generations.
With this grand inauguration, St Theresa’s School embarks on a new chapter—one that honours its past, embraces the present, and envisions a brighter, more empowered future for its students.