2024 - 2025

St. Mary’s Central School
Venue- School Ground
Date- 7th December 2024

The much-anticipated Annual Day celebration of St. Mary’s Central School was held with great enthusiasm and grandeur. The event was graced by distinguished personalities who added charm and dignity to the occasion.

Dignitaries Present:
President of the function: Rev. Fr. Joachim Fernandes
Chief Guest: Prof. Mathew C. Ninan, Director, Little Rock Indian School, Brahmavar

Guests of Honor:
• Mrs. Smitha Rai, Assistant Professor, Department of Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, NSAM Institute of Technology, Nitte
• Rev. Fr. Steevan Joel Coutinho
• Mr. William Dsouza, Vice President, Parish Council, Kinnigoli
• Mr. Stany Pinto, Vice President, PTA
• Mrs. Divya Pinto, Secretary, PTA
• Mr. Steevan D’Cunha, Treasurer, PTA

Program Highlights:
The day’s events commenced with a stage program, which included:
1. Prayer: Invoking divine blessings for the success of the program.
2. Welcome Dance: A vibrant performance to warmly welcome the audience.
3. Report Reading: The Principal presented the annual report, highlighting the achievements and milestones of the school.
4. Welcome Speech: Extending a cordial welcome to the dignitaries and guests.
5. Lighting the Lamp: Symbolizing enlightenment and knowledge.
6. Prize Distribution: Awards for General Proficiency were conferred to deserving students.
7. Speech by Mrs. Smitha Rai: An insightful and motivating address.
8. Honouring the Chief Guest: Prof. Mathew C. Ninan was felicitated for his contributions to education.
9. Chief Guest’s Speech: Prof. Ninan inspired the audience with his wisdom and encouraging words.
10. Honouring Donors: Recognizing the generosity and support of school benefactors.
11. Presidential Address: Rev. Fr. Joachim Fernandes delivered an inspiring message.
12. Memento Presentation: A token of gratitude was presented to the guests.
13. Vote of Thanks: Heartfelt thanks were expressed to all who contributed to the event's success.

Cultural Program:
The stage program was followed by a cultural extravaganza, featuring 32 performances that showcased the talents and creativity of the students. Highlights included:
• Theme-based dances
• Skits conveying powerful social messages
• Folk songs and traditional "Kola Atta" performances
• Pyramid formations displaying teamwork and coordination
• Karate demonstrations showcasing discipline and strength

The event was a resounding success, reflecting the hard work and dedication of the staff, students, and parents. It was a memorable day that celebrated the spirit of St. Mary’s Central School, leaving a lasting impression on everyone present.