Media Release
Mangaluru, Dec 25: The Shepherds’ International Academy (unit of Hikmah Educational Trust) here, recently organized their much awaited annual Sports Day event at the Shanthinagar grounds Jeppu, in the city with great zeal and excitement. A festive look and great interest was observed among the students, parents and faculty.
The programme began with a colorful drill by the students. Principal, Asma Syed while welcoming the esteemed gathering emphasized the importance of sports and physical activities for the children. She appreciated all the parents who are constantly extending their support and love to pupils as well as faculty members of the school.
Chief guest S M Basheer, president of BCCI Dubai chapter inspired the students and the parents in his short speech. He expressed pleasure in addressing The Shepherds’ sporting kids saying that they are the young minds of today and responsible citizens of tomorrow. Chairman Mohammed Nissar honored the chief guest with a flower bouquet.
The students entered into the spirit of the occasion in a grand way energizing their participation. Once the sports event began, the air was filled with cheer and tons of encouragement for the young athletes. MONT-1 students competed in Hoola Hoop Race, rabbit race, fill the basket, count the candy sticks competitions. MONT-2 students took part in Running race, Kangaroo race, lemon & spoon, placing the straws and get them one by one competitions. MONT-3 students competed in running race, frog race, balancing the book and finishing the juice and get back competitions. Parents competed in passing the ball with a twist, lemon & spoon and balancing the book competitions.
The proud and talented student winners were honored by the chief guest, chairman, trustees, principal and the CAO with medals and certificates. Parent winners were also honored with medals.
Lubaina was the chief coordinator and Preethi Shenoy was the master of ceremony. Rayeesha delivered the vote of thanks and the event concluded with the National Anthem.