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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Ajit Pawar wins Baramati battle, defeats nephew Yugendra by more than 1 lakh votes
Baramati, Nov 23: Maharashtra deputy Chief Minister and NCP president Ajit Pawar on Saturday won from his traditional Baramati assembly constituency by defeating his nephew and NCP (SP) candidate Yugendra Pawar by more than one lakh votes.
Ajit, who parted ways with his uncle Sharad Pawar last year and was seeking an eighth term from this family bastion in Pune district, polled 1,81,132 votes while Yugendra Pawar polled 80,233 votes.
Ajit, thus, defeated his younger brother's son by 1,00,899 votes.
Five months ago, Sharad Pawar-led NCP (SP) had triumphed in Baramati in the Lok Sabha elections, with incumbent MP and Sharad Pawar's daughter Supriya Sule defeating Ajit Pawar's wife Sunetra by a margin of 1.5 lakh votes.
Both the NCP factions did not leave a single stone unturned during the assembly campaign, and even Sharad Pawar's wife Pratibha Pawar and Sule's daughter Revati were seen campaigning for Yugendra, while Ajit Pawar brought his mother on stage during his concluding rally in Baramati.
While Sharad Pawar told the people of Baramati that they needed a new leadership, alluding to Yugendra Pawar whom he described as a highly-educated candidate, Ajit Pawar cautioned people not to fall prey to the "emotional pitch" by the senior Pawar.
After Saturday's results, Ajit Pawar, who along with several other NCP legislators sided with the BJP-Shiv Sena government in 2023, could claim to be the real political heir of his estranged uncle who founded the NCP in 1999.
Sunetra Pawar, now a Rajya Sabha member, thanked the people of Baramati for reposing their faith once again in `Dada' (elder brother in Marathi, as Ajit is fondly called).
