Christmas Celebration at St Aloysius Higher Primary School
Mangaluru: St. Aloysius Higher Primary School Kodialbail celebrated Christmas on 23rd December 2019 in the school auditorium. The chief dignitaries for the day were – Chief Guest – Dr. Vidya Vinutha D’Souza – a lecturer from MSW department – St Aloysius College , Rev. Fr. Gerald Furtado S.J – Correspondent, Mrs. Philomena Lewis – Headmistress , Arvind K Rao – the Vice President of the PTA were present for the programme on the dias .
The students of Std I enthralled the student body and the guests by singing carols and various items with great zeal. They emphasized the importance of caring, sharing and spreading goodness all around. A Kannada xmas carol was enacted highlighting the spirit of Christmas and the birth of Jesus Christ. Children performed dance adding to the festive atmosphere.
The correspondent Rev. Fr. Gerald Furtado SJ , expressed his delight on seeing such enthusiasm in the children who brought the spirit of Christmas alive. Speaking about Christmas he said, Christmas comprises of two things that is giving and receiving . Chief Guest – Dr. Vidya D’souza , in her message said that Christmas is a festive of spreading joy, happiness and peace all over. It is also shared to those who are suffering, less privileged, elderly ,such that by sharing happiness they will have joy and happiness once again in their lives.
Prizes were distributed for the winners of the Christmas events held on 17 th of December 2019 which included greeting card making and carol singing . The celebration brought cheer to every student and staff. The entire programme was compered by the students of Std I. Vote of thanks was followed by the School Anthem .
