Date:22/03/2007 URL: http://www.thehindu.com/2007/03/22/stories/2007032220350200.htm

Karnataka - Bangalore

Students advised not to get stressed out

ENCOURAGING TALENT: Students participating in the annual sports meet of Presidency School, Bangalore South.

BANGALORE: Sudarshan Vidya Mandir, Jayanagar, conducted graduation ceremony for the students of Class 10 recently. Students, dressed in traditional attire and looking like young adults ready to face life's challenges participated with mixed emotions in the solemn and dignified ceremony.

The evening began with the lighting of lamp by Vidya Virkar, proprietor, Strand Book Stall; Hemaa Narayan, Principal, and Shaila Anand, senior trustee of the school. This was followed by the valedictory speeches by the students. The principal then initiated the lighting of the lamps of the class teachers, who in turn passed the light to the students.

Ms. Virkar, after handing over the letters of appreciation to deserving students, addressed the students. She advised them to follow the three codes of life — freedom, love and joy. "Don't get stress out, go out and enjoy life," she said, and told parents to guide their wards in realising their potential.

Sports day

Presidency School, Bangalore South, held its first annual sports meet recently. Shankaralinge Gowda, Commissioner, Bangalore Development Authority, was chief guest and he declared the sports meet open. Anwar Manipady, Chairman, Minority Development Board, presided over the function.

The athletic events were interspersed with colourful drill display put up by the students. The pyramid formation and karate display stole the show. Mr. Manipady distributed prizes to the winners. Mr. Gowda reiterated the need for quality education and the importance of physical fitness. He lauded the school for providing quality infrastructure for the students. Nissar Ahmed, Chairman, Presidency Group of Institutions, was present.

Valedictory function

The East-West School, Basavanagudi, organised valedictory function for the students of class X recently. Jawahar, Director of PES Institute of Technology, was chief guest. He told the students to develop a hunger for knowledge, hard work and punctuality that are needed to lead a successful life. Students shared their experiences at school and conveyed their gratitude to the mentors.

The Hindu NIE Team