The Catholic Educational Society of Udupi Diocese held its decennial celebrations and Teachers’ Day at St. Mary’s English Medium School, Kannarpady, Udupi, on the 14th of September, 2024.
Most Rev. Dr Gerald Isaac Lobo, Bishop of the Udupi Diocese, emphasized the need for teachers to adapt to the changing educational landscape, citing the importance of love, pride, and self-confidence in their profession.
Presiding over the program, V. Rev. Msgr. Ferdinand Gonsalves, Vicar General of the Diocese, highlighted the significance of education in shaping good citizens and fostering harmony.
The event featured several key moments, including the inauguration of the Catholic Educational Society’s new website, the release of the decennial souvenir, the felicitation of retired teachers and non-teaching staff, and awards for PhD holders, award-winning teachers, high-achieving students, and students excelling in extracurricular activities. Institutions that achieved 100% results were recognized, and past and present CESU management committee members were honored. Additionally, Milagres College received an appreciation award for earning an A+ grade from NAAC.
Distinguished guests included Cyprian Montero, Director of the Department of Public Instruction; Rev. Fr Leo Praveen Lasrado, Secretary of the Catholic Board of Education, Mangalore; Mr Maruthi, Deputy Director of the Department of Pre-University Education; Mr Ganapathi K, Deputy Director of the Department of School Education; Rev. Fr Antony Shera, Former Secretary of the Catholic Board of Education; Rev. Fr Charles Menezes, Correspondent of St. Mary’s English Medium School, Kannarpady, Udupi; and Rev. Fr. Vijay D’Souza, Principal of St. Mary’s CBSE. All were present on the dais.
V. Rev. Fr Charles Menezes welcomed the gathering, while Rev. Fr Vincent Crasta expressed gratitude. Teachers Shruti, Amrita Shetty, Geetha, and Sibil Sons compered the program.