Super Kids! Vidya Jyothi Students of Lower Class Families Enthrall Crowd on School Day
Mangaluru: The children of this school don’t get dropped to school in high-end cars like Audi, BMW, Mercedes or Indian made SUV’s or by two-wheelers by their parents- they all come to school walking -because they belong to the very low class of community- and trust me- they too were fabulous and energetic unleashing their hidden talents just like the rich kids. These kids are not fortunate to own the latest electronic gadgets nor laptops nor Smart-Phones- they all live a very simple life, listen to their teachers and parents- and give the utmost respect.
If you all thought that only the children belonging to the Rich/NRI/high-class families were smart and talented in co-curricular activities-but sorry, you’re wrong. Looking at the school children belonging to Vidya Jyothi School-Jyotinagar (Kunjathbail) run by the Apostolic Carmel nuns, where 99% of them come from the lower class society (most of them are children of construction workers), unleashing their hidden talents during the the Annual School Day proved that they too have talents and can entertain the crowd, just like the CBSE kids . The show was marvellous and glittering-and was a non-stop extravaganza of children performances which lasted for nearly five hours. Most of all the respect that was shown by these children to Team Mangalorean, yours truly is very much appreciated.
Talk about Annual School Day-this one was much more than that- it was a Showbiz, a Extravaganza, a Entertainment, a Mega Nite- all full of music, dance and act- and the students enthralled the audience with their hidden talents which was spectacular and mesmerizing. These students went beyond their capacity and to the maximum in entertaining the audience which was predominantly a mixture of well-wishers, nuns, laborers, low-wage workers, few rich people and entrepreneurs, and majority of them hailing from the surrounding low class housing areas. The children gave their best performances to please the management, teachers, staff and especially their parents who applauded them throughout the programme.
The Annual School Day of Vidya Jyothi School held during the weekend which started from 3pm ended after whopping 5 1/2 hours comprising of entertainment and sheer fun. The dignitaries for the occasion namely chief guest Dr. Sathish Kalimar- a well-known physician/Samaritan in the Bondel area; with guests of honor -Mohammed,MCC Corporator , Kunjathbail; Ms K.L. Manjula –B.E.O; and Anil Lobo – Director M.C.C Bank Mangaluru were escorted to the event venue by the school marching band. Headmistress of the Primary School Sr Premika AC, Sr.Vijaya Crasta H.M High School and Sr Asha AC -the Correspondent of the Institution; Ms Bharathi Kamble-President-PTA Primary school, Challaya- President, PTA High School also joined the dignitaries on the dais. The function began with invoking God’s blessing through a prayer dance by Balvadi children, followed by the welcome address by Sr.Vijaya Crasta AC.
Following the school reports, on Primary school read by: Sr. Premika A.C , and High School read by Teacher Premalatha, students were honoured for their achievements in academics, sports and co-curricular activities by the chief guest and guests of honour. The three dignitaries addressing the audience praised the school run by the Apostolic Carmel sisters for their service, dedication, commitment and care towards the children in providing them the best education and manners. The school management and teachers who nurture the students right from the primary till SSLC have received high compliments from the community for their service and love towards the children hailing from slum and low-class families.
Addressing the gathering, Corporator Mohammed said, ” Parents should play an important role in their kids lives. Specially mothers should encourage their children to take up co-curricular activities apart from academics. Teachers come next, who will train your children to be better children and future citizens of the nation. Parents and teachers should communicate with each other for the success of their children in their academics and other activities. We need to commend the Sisters for their dedicated service and commitment towards these children”.
Anil Lobo speaking said, “If you are in your academic career, then you might be hearing the words like ‘Education is Must‘, ‘There is no Life without Education’ etc., right? So, What is the importance of education in our life? First, do you know what education really is? Education is not limited to schools or colleges only, nor it is limited to age. The things happening in the practical life also educate us. It is the education that teaches us many things, teaches the manners, rules and regulations of life etc. All these things result in converting all of us to well-mannered citizen.Education brings self-confidence. better qualities of educated persons help them play a vital role in the progress of their country. And you students are lucky to get education here from the Apostolic Carmel nuns who will turn into better students”
Dr Dr. Sathish Kalimar also speaking said, ” I have heard about this school from many years, and they have students who have excelled in their academics with ranks. Even a Kannada medium school reaching greater heights in the education field is something to be proud of. The future and success of a student lies in the hands of the teachers, including the parents. Parents also need to play an vital role in their children lives. I am very indebted to the management for inviting me as chief guest-it was indeed a privilege and I will cherish the moments that I spent here among these children.
Following the formal function, the cultural programme comprised of various dances, songs, music, and skit in Kannada, Tulu and Konkani, which was brilliantly performed by the students which received high applaud from the crowd. The performers ranging from tiny kids to youth gave their best act to impress their teachers and parents. The variety of entertainment comprised of- Chanda Chameke (dance); Malayalam song; Ring dance; Christmas Tableau; Bharatanatyam dance; India-Vale dance; Tamil Dance; National Religious Songs-all performed by Primary school children; Dance, Mime show; group song; Mother Monica Dance; Jokes; Short Skit; etc by High School students.
The vote of thanks was proposed by teacher Lavina. Everyone enjoyed the programme, including the parents went home with happy faces feeling proud of their children talents. Who said that kids from poor and low class community can’t entertain? These children were truly amazing, smart, energetic and active- the best name for them would be “SUPER KIDS!”. Introduction of the guests was done Ms Seraphin Teacher.
