Media Release

Puttur, Nov 11: The Annual General Body Meeting of the Parent-Teacher Association of St Philomena College held on November 10 at the SJM Hall of the college. Prof M Balakrishna Shetty, the principal of Sri Ramakrishna College, Mangalore graced the occasion as the chief guest. In his address, Prof Shetty underscored the pivotal role of parents and guardians in the contemporary world, emphasizing the need for them to focus on instilling positive values in the youth for the betterment of society.

The AGM was presided over by Fr Lawrence Mascarenhas, correspondent of the college. He highlighted the critical importance of the collaboration between teachers and parents within the current education system. He stressed that parents should be wellacquainted of their children’s experiences in the modern world. Rev Dr Antony Prakash Monteiro, honourable principal of the college wished the parents a better tomorrow filled with serene contentment with their beloved children. Vice president of the Mai De Deus Church parish pastoral council extended warm wishes to all.

The college annual magazine for the academic year 2022-23 ‘Philo Prabha’ was released during the proceedings. Vinayachandra, editor of the annual magazine managed the proceedings.

Krishna Prasad Alva, the president of the Parent-Teacher Association, extended a cordial welcome to all present. Dr Vijayakumar Moleyar, head of the department of Kannada, proposed vote of thanks. Prashanth Rai, secretary of the Parent-Teacher Association, and M Rajeshwari, compered the programme.