Media Release 

Udupi, Mar 9: International Women’s Day was celebrated at St Cecily’s English Medium Higher Primary School on March 6 with the theme ‘Inspire Inclusion’. The event was presided by Sandra D’Souza, the alumni of the school. Women achievers Shalini Shetty, Shilpa Shetty and Manjula Jathanna were also present.

The festivities began with a heart-warming prayer service led by the boys of grade 1 and 2. Teacher Ashwitha introduced the chief guest and extended a warm welcome as Sathwika and Lavisha presented the chief guest Sandra with a sapling as a token of respect. Viha of grade 1 kick-started the programme with a mesmerizing dance. The girls also paid loving tribute to all the women present in the audience with a beautiful dance.

A skit emphasizing the theme ‘Inspire Inclusion’ showcased the importance of gender equality. The significance of the day was depicted through an inspiring PowerPoint display. The students also presented brief biographies of some women achievers in various sectors. The boys performed a soulful dance dedicated to mothers and sibling sisters who were present for the occasion. 

Shalini Shetty, Manjula Jathanna and Shilpa Shetty were honoured for their achievements in various fields. 

The winners and participants of the computer IT fest quiz competition and skating competition were honoured and awarded. 

The chief guest Sandra empowered the students with her motivational words and lauded the beautiful programme. The principal, Sr Lathika also congratulated students and teachers who worked relentlessly to put up the inspiring programme.

A talk on personal hygiene was organized for the girls of grade 5, 6 and 7. Shalini, Chandrika and Sunil gave a tip on maintaining personal cleanliness for healthy living. 

Gaurav John Carvalho of grade 2 compered the programme and Reuven D’Souza proposed the vote of thanks. 

The day concluded with a fellowship gathering by the staff members.