Oct 01: 25 Years of St Theresa’s school! What a tremendous milestone! It stands tall and grand with the legacy it has created- A School that strives for excellence and a reflection to move forward.
St Theresa’s School Bendur, Mangalore appreciates the past, celebrates the present and more importantly looks forward enthusiastically to the future as we celebrate our Silver Jubilee.
Prayer must be at the heart of our anniversary celebration. To recognize the graces that we have received from the Almighty over the years, a Eucharistic mass was con-celebrated by Rev Fr Maxim Noronha- Vicar General, Diocese of Mangalore at St. Sebastian Church, Mangalore.
The celebrities were escorted to St. Sebastian Platinum Jubilee Hall, Bendur by the Guard of honour led by students. The ceremony for the cultural show was graced by the President Sr. Rose Celine – Superior General of Bethany Congregation and the President of the Bethany Educational Society; Chief guest - Dr P Subramanya Yadapaditya- Vice Chancellor Mangalore University; Sr.Lillis B.S -The Vice President of Bethany Congregation; Sr. Mariette B.S – Secretary of Bethany Educational Society and the Correspondent of St. Theresa's School, Bendur. Fr Vincent Monteiro-Parish Priest of St Sebastian’s Church; Mrs Marjorie Texeira, The Ex PTA President; Mrs Charleen Rebimbus- Vice President of PTA; Mr Sameer Moidu, the Educationist: Sr Lourdes B.S -The Principal of the School.
A prayer song,” Hear my Cry” was sung by the school choir invoking graces and blessings received by the Almighty. All the luminaries were accorded welcome by the Principal, Sr. Lourdes B.S. The students extended their heartfelt welcome by a perfect blend of synchronized movements.The school choir enthralled the audience with their melodious notes by singing the Jubilee song. The Silver Jubilee Souvenir was released by Sr Rose Celine. A copy of each was distributed to the dignitaries.
The speaker Sr. Rose Celine highlighted the history of St Theresa’s School. She congratulated the Council of Management, staff members, parents and students who have made the institution proud. The Chief Guest Dr. P Subrahmanya Yadapadithya was all praise for the programme. He congratulated the school authorities, teachers and students for their commendable performance.Fr Vincent Monteiro showered blessings on the institutions and all those who are instrumental in making the institutions reach greater altitudes. Mrs Marjorie Taxeira encouraged students to make best use of the education they receive at St Theresa’s School which is well known for instilling values of self reliance, independence, honesty and justice.
The cultural Bonanza was a visual delight for the audience which was unveiled with the thanksgiving dance for the milestones we crossed.
We are a Theresian family who stay united and work together harmoniously. The Silver Jubilee was celebrated in an awe-inspiring manner which was meticulously planned by the dedicated, passionate and compassionate team of administrative, teaching and non-teaching faculty.
Mrs Doreen D’Vaz, Asst Teacher
St Theresa’s School, Bendur