ST. ANTHONY'S HIGH SCHOOL - VAKOLA

ST. ANTHONY'S HIGH SCHOOL - VAKOLA: STUDENTS' VALUE ORIENTATION

November 12, 2014

Thanks to Sr. Philomena, Principal, that 446 students from St. Anthonys' High School - Vakola belonging to Std X (208) and Std IX (238) were able to attend a Value Education Orientation organized by AVEC. The words of introduction and welcome were given by the Vice Principal, Mrs Susan Abraham. Floral bouquets were also presented to the guest speakers by the Principal Sr. Philomena. The theme for the day was "My Life: A Valued Journey".

 

An opening prayer by Sr. Philomena was followed by a prayer song that invited students of all faiths to seek blessings of peace, health and happiness from a provident God. Both the groups of students were taken through an interactive session that invited them to focus on the sacredness of their life's journey. "You have one life to live, live it 100%. 99 is not good enough," said Fr. Glenn. "Only those who choose the higher values reach there," he added 

 

He challenged the students to be inspired by the lives of Kia Scherr, Ryan Hreljac, Malala Yousafzai, and Immaculee Ilibagiza. He also recalled the keynote speech by Mr. Piyush Goyal, Hon'ble Minister for State, Energy and Power, to the Princiapls of Don Bosco Schools in India, when he focused on the importance of an all round formation that he receieved at Don Bosco's Matunga all through his 12 years as a student there. Values form us, Values defend us and Values inspires us.

The students of std X then focused on their Present, Past, Future and challenges in life through a very reflective handout. The many personal testominies and insightful thoughts kept the students attentive all through. These moments were opportune windows for every students to glance into their life and make choices to live better in future. The examples shared were very practical and appealed to the lives of every student.

The students of STD IX were given a slightly different presentation. With the help of very powerful and inspiring video clips and the insights that accompanied them, the young minds were fixed on important values and soft skills that were necessary. The students were totally focused all through the session and very participative too. Due to insufficient time, all the 12 Diamond values were not taken, nevertheless the students enjoyed the whole program.

At the end of the session, Mrs. Priyadharsani Das proposed the vote of thanks on behalf of Std X. On the other hand, Mrs. Leonara Aranjo proposed the vote of thanks on behalf of Std IX.

Many studnets came forward to write their comments in the AVEC appreciation log book:

"This has been the most inspiring quote by my role model Eminem- “Be yourself man! Be proud of who you are! Even if it sounds corny, you never let no one tell you, you ain’t beautiful!’ – Saqib Shaikh XA

"I know what was taught was the most memorable one. I really think MAD –‘Make a difference’ will make a change in my life." – Aldrich D’souza XA

"I was greatly fascinated by this session and enjoyed it. I am sure that this is definitely going to bring a change in my life." –Sain Ansari XB

"It was a great time being with Fr. Glenford. We got to learn something new apart from learning lessons in class. Thank you Father. Keep up the good work you are doing. Best wishes to you." – Lenon Pinto XB

"The session was very inspiring which helped us to understand our flaws and what we can do to improve on them, we also learnt that we can be better than what we are and if we want we can MAKE A DIFFERENCE." – Abishek Jeremy Lobo XC

"I am in 10^th grade, bored of the syllabus given by the SSC boards. But today after a long time I got to learn something new. Something really interesting. It was very inspiring and motivating. I am grateful to attend this lecture." – Varun Jethra XC

"The program was very fascinating as well as motivating and I hope that it will benefit us in our long-run of life. I am glad to attend this program." – Dhiraj Temkar XD

"The session has benefited us a lot and was very inspiring. Morals and values are most important in life. In this session we have learnt moral values, kindness in order to progress. There is surely a sign of improvement in us." – Vignesh Yadav XD

 

"I am in 9^th grade. I really enjoyed this session and it is really inspiring to attend such lectures. I request you all to conduct such sessions time to time. THANK YOU!! "  - Nikhil Shiroor IX A

"I am in Std. 9^th A. I am really inspired by this session and also it has had an effect on the minds of the students in our school. We really enjoyed it a lot. I am very thankful and I would like to learn more." – Abhishek Mungekar IX A

"I am in Std. 9^th D. I really enjoyed the session and was inspired by it. I have learned a lot from this session." – Trevor D’souza IX D

"I am in Std. 9^th D. I really enjoyed the session and was inspired by it and have learned a lot from this." – Jugal Patel IX D

"I am in 9^th grade, though there was lot of tension, I had a great afternoon to think about the life. I am inspired greatly by this session and I would like to be M.A.D in future." –Shubham S. Sawant IX C

"I am Std IX C, I really enjoyed this session. It was also very inspiring and I think that it will help me to think ‘Meaningful Questions’ rather than ‘Survival Questions.’ I promise to be M.A.D (Make A Difference)" – Anuj Verma IX C

"I am a student of Std IX.I was kind of bit bored of my studies. Before this session I decided and planned myself to be the best in whatever I do and this session has proved to be a helping hand in my life. Thank you for conducting this seminar. Love Myself!!! "– Ameya Suresh Sangle A.S.S

"I am a student of standard 9^th. It was an awesome seminar and I just loved it. I think this type of seminars should happen in every school to create awareness on values. Just want to say thank you! Thank you again Fr. Glenn can make me M.A.D." – Viraj Nishad IX B

 

"I am a student of Std. IX B. I loved this seminar very much. Fr.Glenn gave a very beautiful speech. I request Fr. Glenn to show this seminar again in our school. I would try to be M.A.D. Thank you very much to show this seminar." –Raj. A. Salian IX B

Congratulations to the students for their very participative and attentive attitude all through the orientation program. We pray God's blessings on you all as you continue to make value based choices in life and in the process to make a valuable contribution to society around.

To Sr. Philomena, we owe a great debt of gratitude for her very kind hospitality and concern and  wish her all the best as she takes on a new responsibility.

ST. IGNATIUS HIGH SCHOOL - JACOB CIRCLE

ST. IGNATIUS HIGH SCHOOL - JACOB CIRCLE

STD X & IX Students Value Orientation

 The students of STD X and IX from St. Ignatius High School - jacob Cirle had the opportunity, especially during this centenary of their school's existence, to have a day's Value Orientation organized by AVEC. Mrs. Marita Borikar, Principal of the school welcomed the guest speakers while Teacher Susanna Mali presented floral bouquets to them. The studnets were in for a challenging session ahead.

The two sessions began with a prayerful moment and was enhanced by a prayer song followed by few moments of personal silence and meditation. The students were able to focus on thier inner landscape and reflect on their daily educative journey. 140 students of STD X focused on the theme:My Life - A Valued Journey, that was divided into four lively sessions of personl reflection: Listening attentively to the NOW, Revisitng their Past, reorganizing their Future and finally writing their Problems in Life.

 180 students of STD IX focused on 'My Life - A Valued Journey' with a special emphasis on choosing the higher values in life. Both the session were highly interactive and included a lot of inspiring testimonies of personalities who chose the higher value. The inspiring video clips and deep insights too challenged the students to live their life on a value based compass. 'Light house' students are those who who are able to live for their believe is good and noble. The short film '2+2=5' was really inspiring.

 At the end of the two sessions, spanning a period of nearly 150 minutes, the students were able to take up the challenge to reorganize their future and live their lives based on a value compass. All through the session, the students were really engrossed in the various inputs and reflections and once could sense a need for change. Many students came forward to write their comments in the AVEC appreciation book:

 "Father Glenn taught us what is truly important for our lives. Thanks"  Ankita Ghevade X
"Fr. Glenn's session really touched my heart and surely I will make a difference in my life" - Sharmeen Shaikh X
"Fr showed us to way to success and to live our life with a beautiful change" -  Sally Cardoz X

 "My life changed after this session like a clay moulded by an artist, the artist is you. Thank you Fr. Glenn" -  Sadiya Siddiqui X - A
"The seminar was real good and should be conducted in every school for students like us" -  Jasmine Shaikh X - B
"Thank you Fr for this session. i really liked it. from here I will now start changing my life" - Archana Jadhav X - B

 "Fr. your seminar was really very nice, I liked it. In future, I hope, I can be in contact with you and attend your seminars" -  Bharika Patel X B
"I really understod the value of values today because of your seminar held in our school. Thanks a lot" -  Tejal Kamtekar X B

 "It was a heart touching seminar, but it was you the prodigious guy who made it worth listening and attracted to it. Yes, I have changed drastically" -  Sana Kalaniya X A
"Happy, got the lesson for life so early... thanks Fr. Glenn" - Balsania Mohd Abid X - A

 "It was a heart touching event, excellent presentation that had a great impact on me. Special thanks to Fr. Glenford and Mr. Fernandes" -  Saleh Kamil X B

 "A special thanks to Fr. Glenford and Mr. Fernandes. I got a chance to learn from some great personality that will help in my life" - Ansari Asim X A

 "It was mind blowing and excellent seminar. It was a story of regret upon our life. We should change our journey on a right path. Thanks to Fr. Glenford and Mr. Fernandes and take care of your health" - Shah Osama X A

 On behalf of the students of STD X, Mr. Ajay Gupta proposed a very meaningful and sincere word of thanks.

 "Fr. Glenn taoghts us about the importance of life and challenged us to live it meaningfully" - IX

 "I will try to change my life course and also a lot of thanks to Fr. Glenn" - IX

Congratulations to all the students and we wish you all the best in your educative journey. Be blessed and may everyday bring a new sunshine of God's love, care and providence in your life. Study smart and make a diference by chosing the higher values in life.