Dear Parents, Teachers and Students
The academic session 2024-25 brings with it, a renewed sense of purpose and commitment to our shared vision of a better tomorrow. The theme for this year, "Education for Universal Solidarity and Peace," resounds deeply with the values we hold dear at our institution. In a world often marked by division and discord, it is imperative that we equip ourselves with the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to build bridges of solidarity and promote peace; peace in our families, society, country and the world at large.
My dear St. Marians, Education is not merely about acquiring knowledge; it is about cultivating empathy, compassion, and respect for one another. It is about embracing diversity and celebrating our differences as strengths, rather than barriers. It is about fostering a sense of belonging and interconnectedness that transcends boundaries of nationality, ethnicity, religion, or ideology. It is about recognizing our shared humanity and working together to build a better future for all. Thus, it offers us the transformative power to bridge divides, promote understanding and cultivate a culture of peace.
As members of this temple of learning, rich in its values and a legacy of 158 years of academic excellence, we have a collective responsibility to build a civilization of Peace, Love, Justice and Reconciliation. Let us remember that our pursuit of academic excellence is not mutually exclusive from our commitment to universal solidarity. In fact, they are essentially linked – for it is through our education that we gain the wisdom and skill, to advocate for a better world. In the year ahead, we are therefore called upon to commit ourselves wholeheartedly to the pursuit of Universal Solidarity and Peace through education by being the champions of kindness, advocates for justice, and ambassadors of peace. Let us inspire one another, support one another and learn from one another as we strive to create a brighter future for all.
Enlightened by our motto, ‘Hope Lightens Work’, as a team of committed management, dedicated teachers, enthusiastic students and cooperative parents let us march together to build a civilization that upholds human dignity, equality and compassion. May Mother Mary our patroness and Venerable Mother Mary Ward, our Foundress, shower their blessings upon us.
Wishing you all a successful and fulfilling academic year ahead!
Sr. Lissy CJ
(Principal)