Media Release
Udupi, Jun 29: 'Education breeds confidence, confidence breeds hope, hope breeds peace' - Confucius, Greek philosopher
The inauguration ceremony of the first batch of the senior secondary section of Don Bosco English Medium School, Shirva for the academic year 2021-22 took place on June 29 at the school audio-visual hall.
The programme began by invoking God’s blessings. The dignitaries on the dais, Fr Denis D’Sa, the correspondent of the school, Ramray Patkar, president of Shirva gram panchayat, Gracy Jecintha Barboza, guest of honour, Myrtle L F Lewis, principal along with the school management committee and staff witnessed the programme. The students and parents were virtually present for the programme.
The programme was inaugurated by the lighting of the lamp by the dignitaries, followed by the teaching faculty of the senior secondary section under the leadership of the co-ordinator, Fr Rolwin Joy Aranha. Gracy Jacintha Barboza, the benefactor launched a ‘Students Welfare Fund’ for the pandemic-hit and needy students.
Messages and wishes from Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo, the bishop of Udupi diocese and Fr Antony Sherra, the secretory of CBE Mangaluru, were virtually broadcasted. They congratulated the correspondent, principal and the entire staff for upgrading the school to senior secondary level.
Ramray Patkar, the chief guest of the day, in his speech appreciated the institution for imparting qualitative and value-based education to the students. Myrtle L F Lewis briefed about the history of the school and elucidated the process of attaining affiliation to the senior secondary section. She thanked all those who had rendered their support and co-operation in this regard. She also thanked the parents who extended their unconditional love and support to the vision and mission of the school which helped in achieving the goal.
Fr Denis D’Sa in his presidential address congratulated the principal, the coordinator and the staff for organising a very meaningful programme. He invited the teachers to prepare the students not only to gain knowledge but also to form them to face the challenges of life. He requested the teachers to give their best. The guests were honoured with mementos.
Fr Rolwin Aranha welcomed the gathering, Roopa Mascarenhas proposed the vote of thanks, Josvita D’Souza compered the programme.
The programme was a great success.