Honoring dedication: Sylvia Geetha D'Souza celebrated for inspiring generations on Teacher's Day
Sylvia Geetha D'Souza, a veteran science teacher at St. Joseph's High School, has dedicated over 35 years to shaping the lives of countless students. Known for her commitment to education, she has continued teaching even after her retirement, serving as a true inspiration for the entire school community. Her remarkable contributions were recently recognized during a Teacher's Day ceremony.
D'Souza, who began her journey with the institution from its founding days, has been teaching various subjects across the board. Her unique approach goes beyond textbooks, involving students in co-curricular activities such as writing and performing plays, often with the aim of creating social awareness. She has also guided her students to achieve success at the national level, including in the prestigious Inspire Awards.
Recently, D'Souza visited a healthcare facility due to some health issues, including breathing difficulties caused by prolonged use of chalk and blackboard in her classroom.
During her interaction with Dr. Haroon Hussain, a, it came to light that she had been using chalk to teach, despite modern alternatives like marker boards. D'Souza explained that she continued to teach with limited resources at the school where she serves. And inspite all the limitations was giving her 100% to bring out the best in her students.
The team of employees, including Mr. Rakesh, Mr. Dhruv kulai Mr. Lokesh Mugher, Mrs. Priyamvada, Mrs. Jayshree shetty, and many others, alongside Dr. Haroon Hussain and Dr. Sameena, unanimously felt that Mrs. Sylvia Geetha D'Souza's decades of dedicated service deserved recognition. They believed her unwavering commitment to educating children, even after retirement, exemplified the essence of a true educator. In recognition of her invaluable contributions, the team came together to honor her, acknowledging not only her long years of service but also her extraordinary passion and perseverance.
In a special ceremony, Mrs. D'Souza was honored by all those present and gifted modern teaching aids to replace the traditional chalk and blackboard, reflecting a small but significant upgrade to support her continued efforts. The gesture symbolized the appreciation of the community and her peers for her tireless work, despite the challenges she has faced.
Mrs. D'Souza stands as a living example of how one can make meaningful contributions to a healthy and educated society, even in the face of limitations. She has consistently gone above and beyond her call of duty for the sake of educating and inspiring countless students. Her life is a testament to the power of perseverance, dedication, and a deep-rooted belief in the importance of education. Her selfless service continues to impact not just her students but the entire community, demonstrating how one individual’s commitment can inspire positive change in society.
In her response to the honor, Mrs. D'Souza expressed heartfelt gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to continue her mission of educating future generations. She encouraged others to follow their passions and serve society in whatever capacity they can. She remains a beacon of hope and an inspiration, reminding us all that true service is not bound by age or circumstance but by the desire to make a difference.
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Mamata alleges BJP disrupted her Bhabanipur rally, Suvendu claims 'she's nervous'
Kolkata (PTI): Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee cut short her speech at a rally in her Bhabanipur constituency, alleging that the BJP was deliberately playing loud music from a nearby public meeting.
A peeved Banerjee said despite having the required permission of the Election Commission, her rally in Chakraberia was disrupted by the BJP, "who want to capture Bengal by intimidation and threat".
"It is not possible for me to go ahead with this meeting. If they can do such a thing in my constituency, imagine how undemocratic the BJP is. If they behave like this, I have to take legal action," she said.
"This is an insult, humiliation. BJP is stepping on our toes to instigate trouble. Not possible to address the gathering in this situation. I am leaving the stage. Please vote for me in your protest," she added.
Banerjee was then seen calling someone over and venting her grievances.
Before leaving the stage, she said, "I will hold a rally tomorrow at the same spot."
TMC supporters then rushed towards the BJP rally, which was later addressed by Leader of the Opposition Suvendu Adhikari, but security personnel intervened and prevented the situation from escalating.
TMC workers later staged a demonstration outside the local police station and filed a complaint, alleging that the BJP violated the model code of conduct.
A senior TMC leader said another complaint will also be lodged with the Election Commission.
Asked about Banerjee's allegations, Adhikari told reporters after the rally he held nearby, "Her reaction shows she is nervous about the imminent loss."
"There was no violence, no obstruction in her meeting and her behaviour shows her nervousness. On May 4, people of Bhabanipur will celebrate the victory of the BJP," he claimed, alleging that the TMC also tried to disrupt his meeting by playing loud music.
South Kolkata's Bhabanipur, one of the battleground seats in the West Bengal elections, will vote in the second phase on April 29.
