Media Release
Mangaluru, Mar 29: The Grade 9 students under the able guidance of their class mentors organised a colourful cultural programme to bid farewell to the outgoing batch.
The principal, joint secretary, administrator along with the students of class 10 walked in a procession with lit candles disseminating the light of knowledge and conveying the burning message of 'Light the candle of peace, joy, love that shines around the world' followed by a solemn Prayer service that gave wide coverage to the theme 'God is the Potter and we are the Clay' creatively manifested through intercessions and apt prayer dance. With cheerfulness and contentment, untiring enthusiastic dancers welcomed the gathering through rhythmic and graceful movements. Students underlined misuse of phones under the present scenario and made direct appeal to the congregation to make use of phones for communication purposes through a Mime.
Anika Patrao,Sri Laxmi, Aysha Lamha, reminisced past memories and expressed gratitude to the principal and the teachers and acknowledged the strong support and guidance provided to them by the Carmel Family. Zeena Menezes, on behalf of the entire faculty delivered a farewell message wherein she encouraged their tireless efforts in bringing laurels to the school in all spheres, be it sports or cultural competitions. 'The value of life is not based on how long we live, but how much we contribute to others in our society', says Buddha - this thought was beautifully illustrated through the skit entitled 'HELP'.
The students of class 10 were then entertained with a medley of melodious songs and enthralling dances. The principal addressed the students and wished them all the very best. She reiterated that they should remain ever grateful to three architects of life—Parents, Teaching and non-teaching Staff and close associates and at the very outset to maintain contact with God. It was indeed thought provoking. Sr Marie Lucy-The joint secretary explained in detail the Book of Life that contains three chapters namely Formation, Achievement and Fulfilment through narration of stories and anecdotes. A token of love and memory was presented by Students of Grade 10.
Sr Sarika – the principal, Sr Rose Agnes-the administrator, Sr Mary Lucy- the joint secretary, along with the class guides of Class X – Sonia, Sharada and Zeena handed over mementos and blessed the students with loads of love, blessings and good wishes for their future endeavours. Janice welcomed the gathering and Niharika proposed the vote of thanks.
Ashel Amey and Princita Monteiro emceed the programme.
A thanksgiving Mass was celebrated by Fr Maxim Rosario. In his homily he requested the students to prepare 'Software for Success' -to fix a goal and to achieve it with determination, patience, positive attitude, focus and optimism. He urged them to use their God given gifts in the service of God and for the good of others. After the Holy Mass Fr Maxim Rosario prayed over and blessed the outgoing students of Class 10.