Loyola International School recently organised a motivational talk, on a virtual platform, by a decorated hero of the Indian Army, Col Inderjeet Kumar (Retired). The dignitary, who served for 27 years, was awarded the Chief of the Army Staff Commendation Card.
He urged the students to stay focused and overcome all challenges with resilience and determination. He asked teachers and parents to encourage children and raise their self-esteem. The speech was followed by a question-and-answer session. The questions ranged from gender roles in the military services, the criteria to enter the armed services, the roles of professionals like doctors, engineers in the military. The English department head, Rekha Shrikumar, moderated the session.
Vice principal Mou Bera welcomed the gathering and principal P K V Prasad proposed a vote of thanks. The programme was conducted by student anchors Devanshi Maharia (7A), and Nandini Haran (7B). Gokul Krishna (7A) sang a patriotic song and the event concluded with the national anthem. The event was co-ordinated by academic co-ordinator Biby Mytheen and activity co-ordinator Nisha Senthil.
Vice principal Mou Bera welcomed the gathering and principal P K V Prasad proposed a vote of thanks. The programme was conducted by student anchors Devanshi Maharia (7A), and Nandini Haran (7B). Gokul Krishna (7A) sang a patriotic song and the event concluded with the national anthem. The event was co-ordinated by academic co-ordinator Biby Mytheen and activity co-ordinator Nisha Senthil.