Principal’s Birthday
“A good principal is like a lighthouse; they guide and support us through any storm.”
On January 10, 2025, the school community gathered to celebrate the birthday of our esteemed Principal, Ms Sajana Priya.
(Her actual birthday falls on the 11th of January, which being a Saturday was a school holiday. Hence, it was decided to celebrate on the 10th.)
The entire program was organized to show our gratitude for her dedication and leadership in taking the school to greater heights. The celebration was meticulously organized by the by the faculty members and students.
There was a special assembly organised in the school grounds. Ms Teresa Simon was the anchor for the day’s event. The choir sang a beautiful prayer song invoking the blessings on this special day. This was followed by the song, showers of blessings led by the choir and sung in unison by the entire school.
Sai Abhiram, a student of grade 10, expressed his wishes to the principal through a speech, on behalf of the entire student community, thanking the principal for her guidance, support and above all, for her words of wisdom and sound advice, during the various sessions she had conducted for grade 10 students.
She was given a floral tribute with a bouquet of flowers by the Manager, senior teachers and the SPL. This was followed by the cake cutting, as the entire school community, cheered, clapped and sang the birthday song with spirit and in unison.
The manager and correspondent, Rev Dr Divia Paul, spoke on the importance of the day, thanking the principal, and also appreciating her for all her tireless efforts, in propelling the schools towards greater heights. He especially lauded the tremendous efforts, and for her sacrifice and dedication towards the school activities, especially in the backdrop of the Affiliation related processes. He particularly mentioned that she was the guiding light, backbone and support– and above all a blessing to the institution.
The principal was asked to speak a few words. She thanked the Manager and the entire school community for their expression of love, honour and wishes on this special day. She thanked everyone for the celebrations that were organized to make the day more meaningful and significant. She expressed her gratitude towards the entire gathering, for their support, cooperation and love with which she could in turn strive to make the institution a school of excellence. She specifically mentioned that she attributed all her talents, her knowledge, wisdom and strength to God the Almighty, who was is her source of courage, inspiration and positivity. She expressed she was truly blessed to be a part of this noble institution.
She thanked the student community for their warmth and love, their smiles, their innocence and their greetings that made her forget the pain, the burden and the message from God, a calling to carry on her mission of leading the institution to greater heights. To lead an institution, to shoulder the responsibilities as an academic head is no easy task, but she was able to ensure the smooth running and functioning of the school because of the faith that the school community had reposed in her and for that she was truly thankful.
The classes went on as usual, post the special assembly. In the evening, there was high tea and snacks arranged for the staff.
The Principal’s birthday celebrations fostered a sense of community and mutual respect between the administration, faculty, and students. The event not only honoured our Principal, but also strengthened the bonds within our school community.
Leadership is the capacity to translate vision into reality. —Warren Bennis
With your vision, your foresight, and exemplary leadership, CKPS has flourished into a dynamic hub of learning and innovation.
Report by Ms Priya Maria Dsouza