Coming together in the shared spirit of reverence, pride, faith and love for our Motherland, St. Mary’s English Higher Primary School celebrated the 77th Independence Day on 15th August 2023. This day was celebrated with festivity graced by Dr. Santhosh T. Soans who is currently a standing committee member of the International Pediatric Association.
The programme began with the honourable Chief Guest Dr. Santhosh T. Soans hoisting the tricolour flag at 8.30 a.m. in the presence of the entire school fraternity. To symbolize patriotism with singing National Anthem and Vijay Vishwathi was presented in a glorious way with the gathering of Parents, Students and Teachers. The Chief Guest was introduced by Tr. Veera D Cunha. The chief guest then addressed the gathering with his thought provoking message, reflecting over the national consciousness of our freedom fighter.
The programme continued with the meaningful prayer service, spectacular dances and Tableau on patriotism and secularism by the students of Class VII A and I A. The significance was well presented to all, depicting the importance of the day’s celebration. The performance brought back memories to everyone of the freedom that we enjoy because of the sacrifice of the freedom fighters and soldiers of our nation. A team of students of both the classes proposed the vote of thanks showing gratitude to all in a very creative way.
The entire cultural programme was compered by Sherlyn Ann Mascarenhas and Mohammed Sharief Shaaz.
