40^TH RUBY CELEBRATION OF ATKINSON HIGH SCHOOL, GOLLAPUDI -GRAND FINALE

Jubilees are occasions to be celebrated, to recall the marvellous ways in which the school has fulfilled its mission in imparting education, moral and spiritual values, and discipline to help build able citizens whom our society needs today.

Our Ruby Jubilee celebration reached the pinnacle in its journey of redefining quality and excellence. It is the biggest celebration in the era of our school. It honoured the glorious past, celebrated the golden present and envisioned the promising future. The campus turned colourful and vibrant with decorative lights, attractive floral decoration, and jubilation. Ambitions and dreams are exemplified and crystalised with the passage of time and talent. Our chief guest Rev. Sr. Dr. Showrilu Kondaveeti, Provincial Superior, The Province of Immaculate Conception, Eastern India. Guests of Honour Mr. Shekhar Chandra, Regional Officer CBSE, Vijayawada, Mrs. K.G.V Saritha, Superintendent of Police CID, Professor Dr. Ratnakar, Special Invitees Rev. Fr. Chinnappa Merugumala, and Rev.Fr. Bala Kumar, Distinguished Guests, and Rev. Fathers, Sisters, Former Educators, Alumni, Teachers, esteemed parents and students attended the function. Our cherished personalities were welcomed with a Guard of Honour presented by the NCC Cadets & Alumni members holding placards designed as a tree with their group portraits.

 The spectacular beginning commenced with a mesmerising welcome dance followed by a prayer and prayer dance to invoke God’s mercy. Light is considered as a symbol of auspiciousness. Our Eminent dignitaries ignited the Panchamukhi Lamp which is the Light of thought and enlightenment. A PowerPoint presentation displayed glimpses of the history of the school and the concept of our cultural programmes. The distinguished guests, former Head Mistresses and our esteemed benefactor were felicitated by Sr. Donata, Sr. Monica Francis and Sr. Fathimapavani. It shows a reminder of their limitless potential and the incredible things they are capable of. Releasing of the souvenir  was a very important aspect of our magnificent ruby jubilee journey. This is a living, breathing testament to the resilience of our institution. Our eminent guests were invited to share their golden words.  Their address emphasised the importance of education and the role of our school in shaping the future of our students.

The students of various grades entertained our guests and audience with their cultural extravaganza. Each performance showcased the diverse talents of our students. The Alumni Association Members congregated to reconnect, reminisce, and celebrate their shared journey of this prestigious institution. Our Principal in her annual report sketch comprehensively the information of our past achievements while envisioning a brighter future. The close of this Ruby Jubilee was shared by sentiments of gratitude. At the end of the day, the audience was left spellbound. This Ruby Celebration was a memorable event. It was a moment of Pride for all of us to be a part of such a prestigious institution. May St. Ann, our patroness bless us. Thanks be to our Magnificent God.