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Daijiworld Media Network – Udupi (TP)
Udupi, Nov 23: The annual day celebration for secondary section of St Mary’s English Medium School, Kannarpady, Udupi, was held with the theme of “Evolving to Excel”, at the school premises on Saturday, November 23.
The ceremony commenced with a prayer song by the school choir group.
Former principal Fr Johnson L Sequeira in his address remarked, “Annual day is a joyous occasion. It is a culmination of all the academic activities of a school. We are here with a sense of gratitude, happiness, and joy to celebrate the talent of all students. I am coming here after six months, it is wonderful to see, meet and greet everyone. Evolution is a process of change, not only physically, but change in thoughts, relationship and action. We evolve every day. Evolution is not a one day process it takes millions of years to gather, it takes a lot of hard work and dedication. If you are ready to walk an extra mile with others, ready to smile at your enemy, ready to share your everything to the needy then you're evolving, if not there is room for improvement. That is why we are here to evolve ourselves to become a better citizen and that is what education St Mary’s does. We have a beautiful mission and vision forming moral responsible and socially responsible, global citizens. Here not only education is given, but also values are inculcated in the lives of every student, students are taught discipline, so that the students when they step out into the world they become global citizens.”
Fr Charles Menezes, correspondent, said, “This is a day to celebrate excellence of our students, who made difference in their lives and history of school. We are happy with the results that you show through various activities conducted in school and academics. I sincerely thank the parents for trusting us and admitting their children in this school, so that we will mould them in the manner they want. Each member of the school and parent are responsible for their formation, and when they do, we will be happy. Our school is evolving day by day to give better facilities to students, so that they may learn and change their life.”
Walter D’Souza, senior accountant was felicitated on the occasion. Receiving the honour he said, “I have spent 36 years and countless in St Mary’s along with my colleagues, parents and students. It is not easy to say goodbye to a place that has been a significant part of my life. I am blessed to be associated with all correspondents of St Mary’s School. When I expressed my thoughts they fulfilled it and I am grateful. All principals and vice-principals helped me to get the best to serve in this institution. I am immensely grateful for the trust and opportunity you all bestowed upon me. Although I will be out of this location, I will have every one of you deep in my heart.”
Fr Johnson Sequeira was felicitated on the occasion.
The principal of the school Fr Vijay Joyson D’Souza presented the annual report for the academic year 2024-25.
Endowment prizes were distributed to students who made commendable achievements in various fields.
Vice-Principal Rita Quadros welcomed the gathering. Faculty member Cybil Soans delivered the vote of thanks. Students Zitain, Ashel D’Souza, Joshua and Dhavi mastered the ceremony.
The formal function was followed by a cultural extravaganza, showcasing vibrant performances by the students of the secondary section.