Media Release
Mangaluru, Mar 13: St Aloysius Gonzaga School organised its 12th kindergarten graduation ceremony on March 12 with great joy and pride.
The chief guest, Vilma D’Souza, assistant professor at St Ann’s College of Education, addressed the gathering and shared the message, “Children are not things to be moulded, but people to be unfolded.” She emphasised the importance of nurturing children by spending quality time with them, encouraging curiosity, teaching values, appreciating their uniqueness, promoting healthy food habits, and being positive role models.
Principal Fr Rohan D’Almeida congratulated the young graduates and encouraged them to dream big. He reminded them that life is a journey from the comfort zone to the risk zone and urged them to step beyond the comfort zone and face challenges confidently with the support of parents, teachers, and friends.
The programme commenced with an attractive graduation procession of the dignitaries and the graduating students, adding colour and dignity to the ceremony. This was followed by a meaningful prayer service and the lighting of the lamp. The ceremony honoured 96 KG-II graduates, who received mementos from the dignitaries. The graduates also presented a heart-warming ‘Thank You Song’, expressing their gratitude to their parents and teachers.
Veronica D’Souza welcomed the gathering.
Students Maahira Maryam, Ejek Joah D’Souza, and Sasha Emily D’Souza shared their views. Maahira expressed how the school became a second home where they learned many things, made friends, and proudly graduated.
Ejek Joah shared his joyful learning journey at Gonzaga School with happiness and pride. Sasha spoke about the creative learning methods she experienced at school and highlighted the importance of sharing. All three students expressed heartfelt gratitude to the principal, vice principals, kindergarten teachers, and support staff.
Parents also shared their thoughts on the occasion. Karen Saldanha, parent of Jordan Mark Saldanha, on behalf of the KG II parents, expressed gratitude to the principal, vice principals, teachers, and staff for nurturing the children with love and guidance, helping them grow into confident graduates ready to dream big.
Sogith E K, parent of Agasthi Sogith, expressed happiness in witnessing his child’s growth at Gonzaga and felt proud to have chosen one of the best schools in the city while appreciating the teachers’ contribution to the children’s development.
Salman Yunus Chamadiya, parent of Khadeeja, shared that children who entered the school with bright smiles and sometimes tears have now blossomed into confident individuals, a transformation made possible through the patience and dedication of the entire school community.
A special highlight of the programme was a fun activity where parents identified their child’s eyes from pictures pasted on the board.
The ceremony was compered by Mishal Carel Crasta, and the vote of thanks was proposed by Averyl Rebello.
The chief guest, principal, vice principals Laurel D’Souza and Aparna Suresh, and programme coordinators Averyl Rebello, Veronica D’Souza, and Dayonora Joyce were present on the dais.
The programme concluded with the National Anthem, followed by a group photograph and refreshments for all.