In a first-of-its-kind initiative by the State government, two physical education teachers were honoured with the State awards for physical education teachers 2014-15. While in the school category, Carol Fernandes e Gomes of Our Lady of Rosary High School, Dona Paula was honoured, in the higher secondary category, Luis Vaz of Kamaxi Higher Secondary received the award
The Goan Network
PANAJI
In a first-of-its-kind initiative by the State government, two physical education teachers were honoured with the State awards for physical education teachers 2014-15.
While in the school category, Carol Fernandes e Gomes of Our Lady of Rosary High School, Dona Paula was honoured, in the higher secondary category, Luis Vaz of Kamaxi Higher Secondary was honoured.
Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Laxmikant Parsekar underlined the need of having physical education teachers in schools.
“Times and studies have proved that physical education teachers form the most important part of the school structure. The person is the one who can inculcate good habits among children which can last for a lifetime,” said Parsekar, stating that educational institutions need to realise the importance of sports in schools.
Sports Minister Ramesh Tawadkar said that the government during the last three-and-a-half years has made tremendous achievements in the field of sports.
“The government is making efforts to promote nearly 48 games in the State. Sportspersons will also be honoured with the Jivbadada Kerkar award,” said Tawadkar.
Also present on the occasion were Sports Secretary P Mathew Samuel, Sports Director V M Prabhudesai, officials of the Department of Sports and Youth Affairs, teachers and students.
