The St. Anne’s Girls’ High School (Dabul), one of the reputed education institutions in the city, reached the milestone of completing 100 years. Marking the occasion, Centenary Mass was celebrated by Rev Bishop Dominic Savio and con-celebrated by the school’s Manager Rev Fr. Leonard Noronha and Parish Priest Joshan Rodrigues at the St. Francis Xavier’s Church (Dabul) on Thursday morning. The Eucharistic celebration was attended by Principal Sr. Irene D’Souza, former principals, sisters from PSOL congregation, teaching and non-teaching staff, former teachers, students, ex-students, and well-wishers from the vicinity.
Rev Bishop Dominic Savio unveils the St.Anne’s Girls’ High School centenary emblem at a function on Thursday.
Former Indian hockey captain and Olympian a former student was also present at the Mass and function.
Later, a cultural programme was organized in the school hall, which included dances performed by primary and secondary students. These colourful performances were choreographed by teachers, adding a personal touch to the celebrations.
Rev Bishop Dominic Savio (centre), Rev Fr. Leonard Noronha (2nd right), Sr Dr Ramona (2nd left), Superior General PSOL and former Principal, Sr. Anna Thomas (left) former principal, and Principal Sr. Irene D’Souza are seen during St.Anne’s Girls’ High School centenary function on Thursday.
The Chief Guest Bishop Savio, Guest of Honour, Sr Dr Ramona (2nd left), Superior General PSOL and former Principal, Fr. Lenny and Sr. Irene lit the traditional lamps before the dance programmes commenced. Bishop Savio also unveiled the School’s Centenary emblem.
“School education is not enough to get 100 percent results, we feel happy. But, that is not really important. What is important is the kind of students we produce in our institutions. When they go out will they be able to interact with others in the world? The important aspect of education is first to transform our whole values and go out and transform the world and make the world a better place,” Bishop pointed out.
Overall, the centenary celebrations were a testament to the school’s rich history and its ongoing commitment to nurturing generations of students, who not only excel academically but also embody values that contribute to society at large.
The school has drawn up a series of events and functions throughout the centenary year.