Chennai: “The present world is a competitive one with many challenges. So, children need to have detective eyes, micro ears and sharp tongues to be successful. They need to explore the undiscovered and bring changes in the society,” said Madras High Court advocate R Uma.
Participating at the 33rd annual day of Kumara Rani’s Chettinad Vidyalaya on the school premises here Thursday, she said, “All children dream in their life, but very few develop it for the upliftment of the society. Kumara Rani Meena Muthiah is one such person. She has made this institute a banyan tree which is now known for its achievements due to her teachers’ hard work.”
Touching upon child abuse, Uma said there are many cases reported now despite repercussions. Government has now launched a helpline and I urge parents to make use of it and continuously monitor the safety of their children, she said.
The cultural programme began with an invocation to Lord Vinayagar rendered by the choir of Kindergarteners.
The school’s annual report was presented by headmistress Aruna Balasubramanian and the vote of thanks was delivered by assistant headmistress Shyamala K.
Prizes and certificates were given away by the chief guest to the students for general proficiency in academics and 100 per cent attendance. Five best all rounders were awarded cash prize of Rs 1,000 each. School’s principal Amudha Lakshmi S and vice-principal Tharnee Ganesan participated.