ANNUAL SPORTS DAY
Patna. On
12th February,2017, St. Michael’s
High School celebrated its 46th Annual Sports Meet. It was enthral and
captivating show in which over 3500 students displayed their talents, skills, vigor
and sportsmanship.
The
programme began with welcoming the dignitaries and offering them bouquets. Torch relay
and handing over the School Flag by the Chief Guest to the School Captain and House Captains took place
as the starting events. The Annual Sports Flag was hoisted by the Chief Guest, Mr.Amir Subhani, I.A..S ,Principal
Secretary, Home Department., Govt. of
India, followed by general salute. On the thunderous and rhythmic beats, the
zealous students did the March Past with
decorum and discipline which was highly appreciated. On behalf
of all the athletes, Utkarsh, took the Athletes’ Oath.
Father
Armstrong Edison, S.J., the Principal of St. Michael’s High School welcomed
the Chief Guest, Mr. Amir Subhani , Guest of Honour, Fr. Jose Vadassery,
S.J, Provincial , Patna , Jesuit Society and the
distinguished gathering. The students of
class -II performed ‘Super Heroes’ d
Drill ’ to welcome the audience with
their sweet smiles and innocent gestures. Then the Chief Guest declared ‘The Sports Meet
Open’.
The
students of St. Michaels displayed
wonderful drills with thought provoking
messages. Std-I students displayed a ‘Patriotism
drill‘ to evoke our patriotism whereas
std– III students had presented a Drill’
to show that magic is everywhere. They took us to the mystical world and had shown
the formation of INDIA . Std 7 Displayed a ‘Nurture Nature’ drill to make us
aware about the depleting of our Mother Earth
Different
races like 100m, 75m, race for Senior & Juniors boys & girls took place
along with bursting the balloons, tie-up the shoe-laces, balancing the ball,
hurdle race etc. in between the races.
Audience enjoyed a lot the races and display of drills. They applauded throughout the programme and encouraged the participants a lot. After few racing events, class 6 presented
fusion dandiya drill which was mesmerizing.
Their uniformity in the drill was very well appreciated by the
spectators. Class 9 presented a drill
focusing on team work to do dream work whereas class 8 performed umbrella a
drill which was very colourful and attractive.
Senior students of class XI performed a friendly warm drill to show
fitness to all. Their drill and
participation were highly appreciated. Other
events like Sack race, 400m relay race, Cycle race, Tug of War took place in
which students participated with full enthusiasm and zeal. Classes 4 & 5 got lots of appreciation
when they did Karate in uniformity and shown breathtaking stunts.
Above
all Grand finale won the hearts of all as the ground was filled with thousands
of students in their colourful dresses with great enthusiasm. The audience was
overwhelmed and the ground was filled
with round of applause. Prize Distribution took place throughout the
programme. Distinguished guests were
requested to give away the prizes.
Mr. Amir Subhani,
IAS, the Chief Guest, in his inspiring speech blessed and congratulated the
students for their wonderful performances.
He stressed on the importance of competitions
and team spirit while sharing his
experiences. Vote of thanks was proposed by the Headmistress, Mrs.
Vishakha Sinha, of St. Michael’s High School. The programme was witnessed by many
renowned personalities of the town, the Principals of
many institutions and many august guests .
The Principal, Fr. Armstrong Edition,
congratulated all the participants for their excellent performances and
thanked the teachers, for their
painstaking guidance and support
to the students. Fr. Principal
appreciated all the announcers for their wonderful announcements and volunteers
for their full support and help. He
added that the meticulous effort and guidance of Vice-Principal, Fr. A. Christu
Savarirajan and Brother Rajesh were praise worthy for the success of the
programme.
Beating
retreat took place to end this marvellous show and continue the tradition for
the coming years.
Alok Kumar
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