- Event Date:
08-Mar-2025
- Updated On:
10-Mar-2025
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"Rise and Shine: A Heartfelt Farewell to the Batch of 2024"
“Go confidently in the direction of your dreams. Live the life you have imagined.” – Henry David Thoreau
The Farewell Ceremony, themed ‘Rise and Shine,’ was a poignant and joyous occasion held at the Edmund Rice Auditorium to bid adieu to the outgoing students of Classes 10 and 12. It was a day filled with emotions, gratitude, and celebration as Goethals Memorial School honoured its students' journey and achievements.
The program was elegantly hosted by Mrs. Jessica P. Rai, with an opening prayer led by Mrs. Sheetal Pariyar, setting a reverent tone for the event. The ceremony commenced with the traditional lighting of the Diya by the Principal, Br. Miles Allams, accompanied by student leaders—a symbolic gesture representing enlightenment, wisdom, and new beginnings.
Adding vibrance to the occasion, the Class 12 girls enthralled the audience with a mesmerizing dance performance, while the student band evoked nostalgia with their soulful rendition of ‘Have You Ever Seen the Rain.’ The rhythmic beats and heartfelt lyrics filled the auditorium with emotions, making it a moment to remember.
The ceremony took a deeply sentimental turn as Aryanth Subba and Samarth Mendup Tamang from Classes 10 and 12, respectively, took the stage to deliver their heartfelt farewell speeches. Their words of gratitude, nostalgia, and appreciation for their mentors, teachers, and friends resonated with everyone present, bringing back cherished memories of their time at Goethals.
In a touching gesture, Br. Miles, along with the school coordinators, boarding-in-charge, and teachers, presented the outgoing students with the traditional khada and mementos, symbolizing blessings for success and prosperity in their future endeavours.
One of the most delightful moments of the ceremony was the lively entertainment segment, where Br. Miles led a series of fun-filled games, bringing joy and laughter to all. The celebrations culminated with a grand cake-cutting ceremony, followed by a special lunch for students and staff, making it a day to cherish forever.
As the curtains closed on this memorable event, the farewell was not just a goodbye but a promise of new beginnings, reminding the students that their journey at Goethals will always be a guiding light in their path ahead. Wishing the outgoing batch of 2024 success, happiness, and endless possibilities!