August 15 2024: Loreto English medium High School celebrated 78th Independence day with great patriotism and enthusiasm. The event commenced with the arrival of the esteemed guests, who were escorted by the School band setting ceremonial tone for the occasion.
Rev. Fr. Dr. Alfred Vincent Sequeira Assistant Director of Diocesan Biblical catechetical liturgical Centre, Our School Principal Rev. Fr. Jason Vijay Monis, Mr Cypriyan Dsouza The Vice President PPC and President of todays function representing the Correspondent Rev Fr Francis Crasta, P.T.A Vice President Mr Sachin Noronha Sr. Idoline Rodrigues Headmistress Loretto Aided Kannada Medium School. Our school SPL Ms.Sanvi Acharya were present on the dias.
The teachers performed heartfelt rendition of the prayer song “Vande Mataram” filling the atmosphere with a sense of national Pride. The welcoming address was delivered by Mast. Joshil Prinston Pinto Grade X. The highlight of the event was unfurling of the national flag by chief guest and other dignitaries,a moment that was followed by singing of National Anthem and Flag Song .Ms Sanvi Acharya From Grade X delivered an inspiring speech on the significance of the day. On this occasion the students of various grades exhibited the cultural programme. The chief guest Fr.Alfred urged, “Don’t just show your love for India by adoring its map or flag, but by respecting every individual. Let us endeavour to live in freedom and work together to develop our society.”
Mr. Cyprian D’Souza represented Our School Correspondent in his absence during the Independence Day celebration. He stared with the question What can I do for my country .He emphasised the importance of remembering martyrs and added that if parents fulfil their duties, their children will grow up to become patriotic, duty-bound citizens.
Sonam from grade IX won third place in Taluk level Chess competition and selected for district level , the taluk level Karate winners were honoured during the occasion.
The physical education teacher Mr. Padmanabha Mayya led the gathering in a powerful slogan which further ignited the pariotic spirit. A vote of thanks was extended by Ms.Babitha Grade IX . The programme was anchored by Ms.Chinthana of Grade V. Marking the end of the Celebration Sweets were distributed to all.
LORETTO CENTRAL SCHOOL 