Chennai :

Christ King Girls’ Higher Secondary School, East Tambaram, celebrated Republic Day and Annual Day, and held the felicitation ceremony for the non-teaching retiring staff on January 26.

The tricolour was hoisted by chief guest Dr Pratiba Nalini, an alumnus of the school. There was a march past by students of the school’s voluntary units (National Service Scheme, guides, junior Red Cross and National Green Corps). Cultural programmes included Parai aattam, an ancient form of folk art where dancers perform while beating a drum. Prizes were awarded to toppers in academics and sports.

The special guest was Beno Zaphine, who passed the Indian Administrative Services exam though she was visually challenged.

source: http://www.newindianexpress.com / The New Indian Express / Home> Education> Student / by Express News Service / February 20th, 2015