Porvorim English Primary School’s annual gathering
PANAJI
Porvorim English Primary School’s annual gathering, Colours & Smiles, was a vibrant celebration of young talent, held at the Dinanath Mangeshkar Auditorium, Kala Academy, in the presence of parents, teachers and distinguished guests. The event showcased the artistic abilities of students through music, dance and creative performances.
Students from KG to Class IV, dressed in colourful costumes, enthralled the audience with energetic songs and dances set to diverse rhythms. The tiny tots performed confidently, displaying remarkable poise and enthusiasm.
Adding a novel touch, the entire programme was compered by two students fluent in English, Konkani and Hindi, earning appreciation from the audience. Floral welcomes to guests and even the vote of thanks were confidently presented by students.
Assistant Director of Education, Frida Andrade who graced the occasion as chief guest appreciated the performances of the students and lauded the teachers for their commendable efforts. “The fashion show was a brilliant idea, with students wearing outfits made out of eco-friendly material like leaves, jute bags and newspapers, and the themes of the songs and dances were apt,” she said.
Andrade underlined the importance of the habit of reading as a must for a school and its students to progress and advocated that the teachers and parents should motivate the children to take up reading books, and paintings, which will keep them away from mobile addiction. “Books will enlighten their minds and direct them towards the right path so that they grow up into a good human being,” said Andrade.
Nivedita Shrivastava, head of the school and executive secretary at Fomento Educational Charitable Society (FECS) elaborated on the school activities. The school, run with the support and guidance of FECS, has students from nursery to SSC class.
“The Dona Leonor Memorial High School (ACDIL), a recognized, co-educational institute from Porvorim, stresses on the overall development of the children in a safe, secure, hygienic and creative environment,” said Shrivastava.
Briefing on the journey of the school, Sheela Jaiwant, administrator, stated that every year the school celebrates annual day and sports day, because only studies becomes a monotonous process making students feel bored.
“Events keep the students' enthusiasm alive by allowing them to participate in cultural and other extracurricular activities and offering them an opportunity to showcase their talent. They also learn to coordinate and receive skills-training, and gain confidence. The school has monthly competitions too. The school is trying to impart quality and all-round education so that the students become well educated adults and learn teamwork,” said Jaiwant.
Edgar D’Souza, principal, Goa College of Hospitality and Culinary Education, Dileep Verlekar, director accounts at Fomento Group, Francisco DeSouza and Joe Louis, director, Fomento Media and Achamma Louis were honoured on the occasion. The event was attended by people from all walks of life.
Replying to the honour, Joe Louis expressed that the annual event was one of the best and outstanding performances he attended in any school, and the credit rightly goes to the teachers for the passion they show in grooming the children.
“The school and its dedicated faculty are doing a great job by nurturing the young minds year after year with commitment towards the school. The students who have passed out of this school have become doctors and engineers and spread across the globe,” said Louis, adding, “running a school is a mission, and this school is lucky to have received guidance from managing director and CEO of Fomento Resorts and Hotels Pvt Ltd, Anju Timblo.
Calling her a true visionary and an amazing person, committed to the cause and promotion of education, Louis mentioned that Anju Timblo is very much a part of the institution which is growing further with the support of the teachers and parents.
Stating that the school is making slow but steady progress, Louis pointed out that better education is facilitated by better facilities, and the school has a long way to go. With the support of the government for providing quality education, this journey will be easier, he asserted.
Fashion, dance & song
The programme commenced with a fashion show in which boys and girls confidently walked the ramp, showcasing attractive and eco-friendly attire. While some children wore jute outfits, others dazzled the audience in costumes decorated with leaves.
This was followed by lively dance performances featuring butterfly, rabbit and other animal themes, along with motivational songs conveying messages of confidence, perseverance and determination, such as “Don’t Stop,” “Never Give Up,” “Never Bow Down,” and “Try Everything.”
Watching the enthusiastic children perform with such discipline and precision was truly a delight for the audience.
