Mangalore: Tiny tots of St Theresa's School present colourful cultural evening
Pics: Dayanand Kukkaje
Daijiworld Media Network - Mangalore (MD)
Mangalore, Jan 23: The evening of Thursday January 23 was indeed a special one for the students of LKG, UKG, Class I, and Class II of St Theresa's School, Bendore who were given a platform to display their talents in the midst of those who nurture and care for them.
Fr Valerian Mendonca, the former director of Sandesha, Foundation for Culture and Education, Mangalore, was the chief guest. He was welcomed by the school band in a procession. Sr Lillis, assistant superior general of Congregation of the Sisters of the Little Flower of Bethany, Sr Rose Celine, secretary of the Bethany Educational Society and correspondent of the school, Sr Sandhya, superior of Bethany Convent, Sr Premitha, principal, and Lynette, vice--president of the PTA were the dignitaries in attendance.
The children of Class1 A rendered a prayer song invoking God’s blessings for a harmonious and beautiful programme. Sr Rose Celine welcomed the chief guest and the august gathering. Winning hearts through their graceful moves were the students of class I C who welcomed the gathering with a traditional dance.
Joyously representing the rich diverse culture of our land were the students of Class I C. Revealing the hidden goodness of nature's bounty through healthy foods were the students of UKG. The students of class I C were seen acting out their talents in a Hindi skit ‘Bansuriwalla’. Students of class II C displayed something unique to show how 'light dispels darkness'. A dance to a film song was performed by the students of LKG which was truly a bright performance.
Tiny tots of UKG enthralled with a Hindi tableau titled 'Mother's Love' which was dedicated to all the mothers gathered there while the students of II B acted out a comedy 'Inthawaru Eddara' in Kannada.
Fr Valerian Mendonca, in his speech, said, "By looking at all these kids performing so well, I wish I was a kid right now. The talents and the potential of the kids are being exhibited. Parents have to encourage their kids; they need your guidance, love, and pat on their backs. Later, you will be pleased with your kids.”
A memento was given to Fr Mendonca as a token of remembrance.
Veena Saldanha expressed gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of this cultural evening.
Parents who were present in large numbers greatly appreciated the vibrant and beautiful performance of the students with smiles and thunderous applause.