Media Release
Bantwal, Jul 24: Loreto English Medium High School CBSE celebrated Van Mahotsav, the festival of forests, with a spirit of awareness and commitment towards nature. The celebration highlighted the significance of tree plantation, conservation, and sustainability in protecting our environment and ensuring a greener future. The programme was graced by the presence of the school manager Fr Francis Crasta, chief guest Joe Pradeep D’Souza, senior assistant director of horticulture, Bantwal, School principal Fr Jason Vijay Monis, and vice principal Anitha Pais.
The celebration began with a prayer by the school choir. The programme was inaugurated by planting saplings by the dignitaries. On account of Van Mahotsav, the school had conducted various competitions for the students, and the winners were honored during the celebration. The chief guest Joe Pradeep D’Souza distributed the awards and, in his address, highlighted the significance of Van Mahotsav as a national initiative to promote greenery. He spoke about the government schemes encouraging afforestation and urged students to grow spice and aromatic plants at home.
The school took the opportunity to honour the Spell Bee achievers who brought pride to the institution.
Prina Jaisal D’Souza of grade 7 secured 18th rank and 1st rank in the district in the National Mega Final of Wiz International Spell Bee 2024-25. Leana Gia D’Souza of grade 3rd secured 64th rank and Slaina Noronha of grade 4 achieved 76th rank.
School manager Fr Francis Crasta, in his address, spoke about the importance of plants stating, "Plants give us fresh air, cool our eyes, and provide us food. If you love plants, they will love you back. He stressed on three key words: Plantation, preservation, and conservation, encouraging everyone to be active guardians of nature.
The Eco Club students presented a vibrant cultural programme including songs and dances, featuring meaningful words and flexes related to Van Mahotsav and the importance of protecting the environment.
The event was compered by Johan and Chahna from grade 10. The welcome address delivered by Vaagmi, the vote of thanks was proposed by Adel from grade 7.