Udupi Diocese News

Media Release

Udupi, Feb 1, 2017 : St Joseph’s Higher Primary School, Kallianpur celebrated its post-centenary silver jubilee year at Milagres Tri-Centenary Hall, Kallianpur on Friday, January 27. Jerry Vincent Dias, promoter of Mandavi Builders and Developers, lit the ceremonial lamp and inaugurated the celebration. He unveiled the logo of 125 years of SJS Kallianpur and formally launched the 'Old Student Union'.

In his inaugural address Jerry said, " India stands third globally with respect to strength of higher education. The strength of the school has been increasing along the years. I got my basic education here and the school continues to impart quality education to students. Without education, nothing can be possible. Education shapes a community, society and one's personality apart from enhancing our knowledge."

Addressing students, Jerry said, "Parents are a true representation of God. We need to seek blessings from them everyday. Only then, the day goes on without any hindrance. Every child should take care of her/his parents throughout their life. Today’s youngsters are the future of our society." Jerry hoped the standard of the school reaches greater heights in the future.

Fr Stany B Lobo, correspondent, Milagres Educational Institutions thanked all donors and supporters who extended their support to the institution financially and morally.

"The school was established with the objective of providing better education to rural areas in 1892 by the then parish priest Fr Albert D’Souza," said by Fr Lobo.

Dr Nery Cornelio vice president of Milagres Parish Pastoral Council gave a summary of 125 years of the institution. Mukund Nayak read the annual report of the school.

Sister Susheela Montiero, headmistress of the school, Prakash, president of Old Students’ Union Alumni Association, Sulochana School Development association, Sujay Poojary, president of parent teacher association were present.

A cultural programme performed by the students followed the stage programme. Children enthralled the audience with their stunning dance performance. Students of the school welcomed the guests though a dance. It was a joyous moment for guests, parents and teachers, to watch and be a part of this memorable day.