Under the visionary guidance of the Founders and Directors, Dr. Earnest Charles J. Samuel and Dr. Annie Charles Samuel, Mount Carmel School, Chandigarh, celebrated its 37th Annual-cum-Founders Day with unparalleled enthusiasm and grandeur at Tagore Theatre. Themed “One School, Many Stories – A Learning Tapestry”, the event beautifully encapsulated the essence of the school as a vibrant community of diverse stories, bound together by shared values and aspirations.

The Chief Guest for Slot-3, evening 3rd December, 2024 was Shri Amit Kumar, I.A.S Commissioner, Municipal Corporation, Chandigarh. The Guests of Honour who graced the occasion were Dr. Amit Bhattacharjee, Scientist, PGIMER and Mr. Jagdeep Sehgal, Joint Director, Local Government Punjab. The earlier slots were graced by notable dignitaries, including Ms. Shipra Bansal, Chairperson CCPCR, Chandigarh, Mr Chander Shekhar retired D.G.P (I.P.S), Mr. Rajendra Singh, retired D.G.P (I.P.S), Mr. Kuldeep Kumar Mayor, Chandigarh and Colonel Deepak De, SM (retired).

The celebration began on an auspicious note with a scripture reading from the Holy Bible, followed by a warm welcome by the Head Girl. The stage then came alive with a spectacular display of diversity, featuring dances like Afro Dance, Mask Dance, Sports and Science Dance, an English Play, Gujarati Garba, Marathi Lavani and the ever-vivacious Bhangra. The Senior Choir added harmony with a soul-stirring medley, perfectly aligned with the event’s rhythm.

The achievements of the past academic session were proudly showcased in the Annual Report, followed by a Prize Distribution ceremony. The Founders and Directors, Chief Guest , Guests of Honour and the Principal, Dr. Parveena John Singh, presented awards to deserving students, reinforcing the school’s commitment to recognizing and nurturing excellence.

The grand finale, based on the theme “One School, Many Stories – A Learning Tapestry ”, left the audience mesmerized. The Chief Guest, Sh. Amit Kumar, emphasized the importance of collaboration and school life to build a brighter tomorrow, resonating deeply with the audience. He further added “A school is not just a place of learning; it is a foundation for building character, discipline, and a bright future.”

Every performance reflected the talent, dedication, and creativity of the students, leaving the spectators spellbound. The program concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks and the rendition of the National Anthem, marking the culmination of a truly remarkable event.

The Principal, Dr. Parveena John Singh lauded the relentless efforts of all stakeholders in bringing the event to fruition and highlighted the myriad opportunities Mount Carmel School provides to its students. The 37th Annual-cum-Founders Day was not merely a celebration; it was a vivid tapestry of learning, culture, and unity, leaving an indelible mark on everyone present.