Events

The annual sports meet of Padubelle Pamboor Manasa Special School was held at the school's sports ground under the presidentship of Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre President Henry Menezes.

Melwin Aranha, Vice President of the Our Lady of Health Church Management Committee, inaugurated the event by releasing tri-colored balloons into the air.

Henry Menezes hoisted the flag, and Founder President Dr. Edward Lobo declared the sports meet open. The students presented a march-past, and the torch was lit by Secretary Joseph Noronha.

The school's Principal, Sr Vinnie Gonsalves, administered the oath to the students. The guests included Secretary Dr. Gerald Pinto, Chief of the Physiotherapy Department at KMC Hospital Manipal, Keshav, Hostel Warden Sr. Mary Beck, President of the Parent-Teacher Association Seema Shetty, and parents and students.

Principal Sr  Vinnie Gonsalves welcomed the gathering, and teacher Jyothi compered the event.

The sports meet aimed to encourage students with special needs to showcase their talents and develop physical fitness through sports.

The Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre catering the needs of the especially abled children that was established way back in 1995 celebrated 27th Annual Day on Saturday, 21 December 2024 at 10.30 am in the premises of the institution. 

The annual day celebration programme was presided over by Henry Menezes-President of the Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre. The dignitaries on the dais included: Rev. Msgr. Maxim Noronha-Vicar General of Mangalore Diocese, Mrs. Shyamala C.K.-Deputy Director of Women and Children Development Department Udupi, Commodore Jerome Castelino (VSM)-Retired Senior Naval Officer,  Dr. Edward Lobo-Fonder President, John Martis-Founder Trustee, Joseph Noronha- Secretary, Dr. Gerald Pinto-Joint Secretary, Shivaji-Programme Officer of Special Children’s Schools, Mrs. Vanith Shettigar and Mrs. Seema Shetty-PTA Presidents and Sr. Vinney Gonsalves-Principal.

 The programme commenced with the prayer and welcome dance presented by the children of Manasa.  Following the welcome address by John Martis, Rev. Msgr. Maxim Noronha inaugurated the 27th Annual Day Programme by lighting the lamp along with other dignitaries on the dais.

In his benedictory message, Rev. Msgr. Maxim Noronha quoting St. Theresa of Kolkata said that mother Teresa claimed to have seen God in those whom she served. Similarly, Manasa has been doing the good work of serving the especially abled children during the last 28 years.  He said that the success of Manasa has been chiefly possible due to the tireless work of the management, principals, teachers and parents and prayed for God’s blessings on all of them including the special children. 

 Principal Sr. Vinney Gonsalves presented the bi-annual report for the years 2023-25. She highlighted the various achievements of the centre in academic and sporting events. She also highlighted the opening of the Autism centre. She said that so far since its inception more than 800 children have been rehabilitated in various fields. Presently there are 132 children who undergo training in Manasa and 37 children are  being treated and trained in the Autism centre. There are 37 staff members including 18 teachers.

On this occasion Rev. Msgr. Maxim Noronha was honoured by the dignitaries on the dais. Mrs. Sashikala introduced Rev. Msgr. Maxim Noronha.

 Five students of Manasa who had achieved great success in sports at the district, state and national level were felicitated. They included: Saideep Shetty, Chirag Pai, Arul D’Souza and Muralidhar Naik. 

 Rev. Msgr. Maxim Noronha and later Mrs. Shyamala C.K. distributed prizes to the winners in various sporting activities. Commodore Jerome Castelino distributed prizes to the winning teams of the teachers.

Commodore Jerome Castelino in his speech said that 28 years ago the Catholic Sabha of Mangalore and Udupi Diocese started the Manasa centre with just 20 children which has grown and so far has trained more than 800 students. Presently there are 132 students. Ordinarily, more than 90 percent of the parents with poverty find it difficult to look after special children. Under these circumstances, Manasa has come to the rescue of such parents. We are happy that Manasa has started the new Autism centre to impart special training to children with autism. He further said that the chief reason for the success of Manasa has been the dedication and sacrifices of its founders, trustees, directors, management, donors, teachers, parents and special children.

 Rev. Msgr. Maxim Noronha by cutting the Christmas cake ushered in the spirit of Christmas season to the programme. 

 Dr. Gerald Pinto delivered beautiful Christmas Message and compared Manasa to the Crib where the innocent children get their training and donors are like the three wise men from the east who brought various gifts to Baby Jesus at Bethlehem. 

 In her address Mrs. Shyamala C.K. appreciated the good work that is being done by Manasa and pointed out the government’s role in promoting such special school by providing grants.

 Shivaji also appreciated the work that is being done by Manasa and reminded the audience that 20 years ago he had been to Manasa as a trainee and learned quite a lot about the rehabilitation and training of the special children which is helping him as Programme Officer.

In his presidential address Henry Menezes expressed his gratitude to the government departments for their support and all his colleagues in the management, donors, teachers and supporting staff, parents as well as children. 

 Mrs. Ashwini proposed the vote of thanks and  Mrs. Muriel Premlatha and Mrs. Hemalatha compered the programme. 

 The stage programme was followed by excellent cultural programme presented by the students of Manasa.

The Month of October reminds us the great values practiced by our father of nation Mahatma Gandhi mainly to truthful and nonviolence in our living and dealing.

PTA MEETING: - On 1st the beginning of this month we had PTA meeting.  Most of the parents were present. It was an effective meeting as well as there was an active participation and interaction. On that day there were three resource persons, Dr. Gerald Pinto Spoke on children protection policy and POSCO. Mr. Jhon Martis spoke on the topic of rehabilitation of students those who are belonged to the age from 16 to 25 years. He asked the parents to contact the management for their placements. Mr. Joseph Noronah presented the School Day Budget and requested the parents to volunteer to donate the various items which required for School Day. Sr. Vinny the Principal of the school presented the report of the School for the month of August and September in detail.

v 

Staff Meeting; on the same day in the afternoon we had staff meeting and the following points were discussed.

v Dasara holidays from second to thirteenth.

v School reopens on fourteenth of October.

v School day and cultural program and sports day.

v To maintain the records up to date.

On 2nd the President and Principal had meeting with the non-teaching staff in the hostel and asked everyone to take their responsibility and do their daily job accurately.

On 12th, The Principal proposed some of the needs of the school and the hostel to the Management.

On 14th of October the school was reopened. After the vacation all the teachers and some of the Students were present. The next day onwards attendance increased progressively.

On 16th of October the Fruit salad was prepared by Secondary Section. Teachers along with the students served to everyone in the hall. The teachers taught the children how to wash the fruits, name of the fruits, how to peel the fruit, to cut and to keep the place clean after the work.

The Management, Principal, Staff and students prayed for the repose soul of Mrs. Shobha wife of Mr. Dayaanand Bontra on 18th of this month. Who is a great donor to this institution from the beginning. On this day he sponsored sumptuous meal in honor of his wife. He presented Rupees Thousand to all the teaching staff, dress material to the non- teaching staff and dresses to the poor and needy students.

Ø 

 Staff Meeting On 28th we had staff meeting and discussed the following points.

Ø In honor of Children’s Day will have the inaugural function on 4th November.

Ø Seven days of celebration by Pre- Primary to Secondary section.

Ø Children’s Day celebration by Catholic Sabha  Pamboor.

Ø Care Takers Day celebration on 29th of October.

Ø Participation in sports and cultural competition.

Ø Sports Day celebration on 28th and 29th November.

Ø School Day on 21th December.

Ø Prizes for cultural activities.

On 23rd of this month Catholic Sabha Paladka Unit visited our institution and bought many groceries and vegetables and some amount of cash. They spend quality time in our school. They were very positive helping in the future.

On 29th we celebrated Care Taker’s Day. The resource Mr.John Martis addressed the gathering emphasizing the various facilities available to them. Mr. Joseph Noronha explained about Ayush Health Card and to open account in the bank.

On 30th Students and staff from Teachers Education Academy Kundapur visited our institution and gathered all the information which required for their studies. They gave sweets to all the students.

            I look forward your co- operation and suggestion.

                                                                   Principal

                                                               Sr.Vinny Gonsalves.

“Teachers lay the foundation of a civilized and progressive society. Their dedicated work and the pain they encounter to ensure that students turn out to be enlightened citizens deserve high recognition. A special day to revere teachers is undeniably inspiring.”

On 2nd Mrs. Reena D’souza distributed snacks on the occasion of her 22nd wedding Anniversary. On the same day.

Kaup temple incharge donated snacks for children.

v  Mr. Ganesh sponsored fruits for our students.

Mr. Valerian  Fernandez sponsored lunch for staff and students.

The staff meeting was held on second September. The main agenda for meeting was 1. Evaluation of Independence Day. 2. Teachers’ day celebration 3. Suggestions for MSW students and others 4.School Day Budget  5.Visit from Azim Premji Organistion  6. Autism section parents role.7.Dasara holidays. It was discussed about various programs for the coming days. All shared their views and opinions.

 Ms. Nagarathna Subramanya and Ms. Elena D souza by Disability Cluster- Azim Premji Foundation Bangalore visited our Institution on 4th September. They participated in the school assembly, interacted with the heads, management committee / board of trustees and visited to classrooms as well as interacted with the staff and parents of Autism section.

On 5th all the staff along with the principal had gone to Karkala  Vijetha Special school for the Teachers’ day celebration. On that day, Throw ball match was conducted to different special schools and our school won the 3rd prize and received the amount Rs.5555/-. Mr. Shankar from teaching staff and Mrs. Lilly from Non teaching staff were honored along with other teachers in Vijetha Special School.

On 6th Teachers’ day was celebrated in our school by the PTA office bearers. Teachers were welcomed by the principal to the dais, the students’ cheered double happiness to teachers through their short entertainment. Games were conducted for teachers and gifts were presented to them by PTA Office bearers.

On 10th Udupi Syndicate Credit  Sauhardha Co- Operative  Society Ltd  contributed rice and groceries to our Institution.

The following guests were present:

1.     Fr. Henry Mascarenas the Parish Priest of Holy Cross Church Pamboor.

2.     Felix Frenades (Lion vice president)

3.     Mary D’Souza  (Retired teacher)

4.     Streevan  Coaco ( social worker)

5.     Mr.Jeevan D’Souza (  Founder and managing director)

6.     Mrs. Seema  0Haldipue (Administrative Manager)

Mrs Felcy D’Souza (Branch Manager)

on 12th the meal was Sponsored by Mr. Stany Sequira.

On 15th I.C.Y.M  President, animator and members Shankarpura  visited our hostel and conducted games and cultural activities for our students.

On 17th Mr. Mahesh and his team Kariyappa from Azim Premji Foundation Bangalore visited our institution and interacted with the management of our School.

On  20th at 2pm Seminar  was conducted  by Dr. Jerald  Pinto for teaching and non- teaching  staff on the Topic of 1. Child Protection Policy  2. POSCO  3. Sexual harassment prevention policy (POSH)

On 21th From Christ King PU College Karkala 70 students visited our School donated Bananas, apples and coconuts.

Our Student Saideep from computer section was selected to attend selection camp at Examba  October 3rd to 6th. We wish him success and happy stay over there.

Sri Adarsha College Udupi 3rd year B.Sc Nursing students visited and collected information about our Institution. On 26th Department of Psychiatry Kasturba Medical College Mahe, Manipal  around 12 Doctors had interaction with our Management and assured to train our teachers in different skills. On same day Kirteesh and co recorded video on our Autism centre. On 28th PUC students belong to PEACE GROUP from St Lawrence college Mudubelle visited our school and conducted various games and cultural activities. They presented gifts to the winners and distributed sweets to all.

I look forward your co- operation and suggestion.

                                                                                Principal

                                                                               Sr.Vinny Gonsalves.

“Medicine cures diseases, but only doctors can cure patients.”

On 1st  July we celebrated Doctor’s Day. The principal of our school along with the teachers and staff wished Dr. Edward Lobo who serves willingly to our institution. We thank him for his selfless service.

       Investiture Ceremony was held on July 10^th in the presence of the President, Mr. Henry Menezes, Principal, Sr. Vinny, staff and all the students. The newly appointed leaders took oath with utmost responsibility and were felicitated. The leaders for the academic year 2024-25 are as follows:

·      Student Pupil Leader - Saideep

·      Student Assistant Leader - Yashasvini

·      Sports Leader- Sameer

·      Asst Sports Leader - Shravya

·      Pre-Primary Student President – Pranadh

Sr. Vinny, the Principal thanked and appreciated the service of the previous Student Pupil Leader Avinash Kundar for his service, effort and for the all the responsibilities that he had undertaken and fulfilled. He was felicitated with flowers. The program ended with everybody singing a “Congratulations” song and taking a group picture. Sweets were distributed among children on this auspicious occasion. The program was anchored by Ms. Susan Mendonca, who is voluntarily serving in the institution.

Computer Education

Computer classes have commenced for our students who are interested and are able to identify letters.

Speech therapy began on 11^th July, 3 students from Manipal had come to facilitate our children. They will come to school on every Tuesday and Thursday for the same. 2B.Ed students from the Bearys College of Education, Kundapura visited our institution and had a discussion with Mrs. Muriel, the Vice Principal on the topic, “Samanvaya Shikshana”.

An amount of INR 20700/- was given for the medical expenses of our student, Deeshith on July 12^th. On the same day 21 children were taken to Kaupto avail the TLM kits along with Mrs. Muriel, Asha and helper Jyothi. Mrs.Reena and Mr.Jostin had been to the DC office to submit the grant-in aid file.

PTA office bearers’ meeting was held on 25^th of July. The following points were discussed.

·      Special uniform on Wednesdays and Saturdays. In charge to find out from other schools was given to Sr. Vinny and Mrs. Vanitha Shettigar.

·      Dress code for bigger girls.

·      Students above 25 years will be considered according to the number of students in the class.

·      Yearly subscription for PTA Rs200/- should be collected during the time of admission.

·      If the student requires new ID card or if it is broken, an amount of Rs 100/- will be collected.

·      Christmas and School Day will be celebrated together once in 2 years on December 21^st according to the decision of PTA meeting.

·      Syllabus for the students is re-written according to the mental ability of theirs: pre-primary, primary and secondary.

·      Every year Teachers are appointed to different classes.

·      If there is any kind of disturbance (vomiting, troubling others, or gets hurt) by the students, the teachers should bring it to the notice of parents.

·      If any issue occurs, the parents are expected to inform the management and staff and not to approach the civil court before hand. It is to be mentioned in the calendar and to be undertaken by parents.

·      Regular health checkup is conducted at the school by Dr Edward Lobo.

·      Whenever we have a resource person, they are expected to keep the given time limit in mind and to speak to the point without beating around the bush.

Mandaki making Day was on 26^th July. The students from the pre-primary section were encouraged and taught to learn the most important skill in life which is to be able to make something delicious to eat.

The teachers picked up a simple recipe of mandaki. The arrangements were made to grate, cut, mix and obtain the final result. All the teachers and staff enjoyed the process thoroughly along with the children. The staff and students had the mandaki that was made together.

PTA meeting was held on 27^th of July. The event commenced with seeking almighty’s blessings. Mr. Henry Menezes welcomed the gathering. The chief guest, Dr. Shilpa Hegde who is a Developmental and Behavioural Pediatrician and the founder of Kalarava Child Development Centre, Udupi &Mangaluru graced the occasion as a chief guest and was introduced by Mrs. Prabha. Dr. Hegde created awareness about children with special needs and insisted on spreading the word and contributing towards creating awareness amongst others in the society. She shared her expert knowledge on parenting and catering to the needs of special children.

Parents were allowed to ask questions/ queries and the management is delighted that they could benefit from this session and get their doubts clarified from the apt person. The school principal, Sr. Vinny presented the school report for the month of June and July. The minutes of the previous PTA meeting was read by Mrs. Shailashree. The parents were told to meet their child’s respective class teachers and discuss about their progress and well-being. Lunch and breakfast was provided for everyone on this day from the management. The program was anchored by Mrs. Ashwini.

Dr. Pavan Reddy visited our school on 29^th July along with his mother who has intention and interest to start a special school.

Mr. Vinyl Kumar Raghu Shetty s/o Mrs. Shantha Shetty lost his life 2 months ago due to unforeseen circumstances. They came looking for our school and have donated towards the betterment of our school and children. The management decided to pay homage on 30^th July.

In memory of Mr. Vinyl Kumar Raghu Shetty a short prayer service was conducted. Sr. Vinny welcomed his mother and brother t of Mr. Vinyl Kumar and prayed for them. All the children and staff offered flowers. The service was led by Ms. Susan Mendonca along with the Principal of the school. The family distributed sweets to all the children and staff.

New Admission: This Month we admitted five new students.

Other Contributors

·      Our Student,Riya from Secondary section’s mother, Mrs. Victoria from Batkal distributed sweets.

·      Siddhivi from Pre-Primary “E” Section’s parents distributed sweets to all the students and staff on the occasion of her birthday.

Ramanatha from Secondary Section’s parents distributed chocolates to all the students and staff on the occasion of his birthday.

Volunteer Service:-

·      Ms. Yamuna C from St. Agnes Special School, Bendur, Mangalore is doing her internship.

·      Student Abhiram from Holy Cross Katpady is giving his service.

I am looking forward to the same cooperation, support and guidance from you in the days to come.

                                                                                                                 Principal        

                                                                                                                Sr. Vinny

Manasa Special School re-opened on 1st  June 2017. A small function was organized to wish the children for the academic year 2017-2018. Rev.Fr.Mathew Vas Spiritual Director of Manasa Trust inaugurated by lighting the lamp and blessed and wished the children and the staff members.

The staff meeting was held on the 3^rd of August. The principal thanked all the teachers for their cooperation in the previous month. The planning and organization of Independence Day program was the main agenda. It was decided to conduct games and other competitions on Aug 6^th. Each competition will have 3 prizes. The teachers were encouraged to give their suggestions and opinion for the same. The celebration of School Annual Day will be in the month of December. The class test for students will be held from 19^th Aug to 24^th Aug. The practice for the Independence Day program should commence on Aug 5^th. The teachers could also perform or sing a song if necessary. The lesson plan should be written neatly and submitted to the principal without fail before the expected deadline. Various responsibilities were distributed amongst the staff to take charge of the Independence Day program. Dairy, uniform, ID and belt of the students should be checked and taken care of. Speech therapy, O.T and Physiotherapy assistance should be given to students and make sure that it takes place smoothly. The General councilor of Missionary sisters Servants of the Holy Spirit Sr. Tressa Sebastian will be one of the Chief Guest for Independence Day celebration was informed to the staff.

New Admission: - This month we had one new admission.

Physiotherapy sessions began on 6^th of this month

Independence Day Celebration:-

Mrs. Jesintha D’souza The Catholic Sabha – shirva president hoisted the National Flag and gave message of that day’s importance. Rev.Dr.Fr.Leslie D’souza and all the office bearers of Catholic Sabha were present on this day.

Sr.Tressa Sebastian the General Councillor or Missionary Sisters Servants of the Holy Spirit was also present to celebrate the great event of our country. Our students performed beautiful dances and wonderful acting of solider who scarified his life for his Motherland India. It was a heart touching programme. Most of the parents appreciated and cherished their children’s performance on that day. The Catholic Sabha – shirva   sponsored breakfast for all who participated in the celebration. They presented gifts for our students who participated in various competition.

Physiotherapy sessions began on 6th of this month

Occupational Therapy sessions began on 16th of this month

M.S.W. students began their visits on 23rd of this month

Volunteer Service

·      Holy Cross, Katpady’s student, Br. Abhiram discontinued his service at the school on 7th Aug after gaining the required experience and learning from the institute.

Ms Susan Mendonca from Kuntalnagar discontinued coming to school and volunteering on Aug 9th as she will be going abroad for her further studies.

VISITS

The MSW students from Manipal Academy of Higher Education visited the school on August 8th.  They were whole heartedly welcomed by the principal and management. A short glimpse of the school was presented to them. They were allowed to interact with the children and staff of Manasa Special School.

On 16th August Laxmi Memorial college of Nursing 3rd year BSc students 106  from Balmatta along with their faculty members spend half day in the Institution. They visited the classes and interacted with the Teachers.

On 21st Moodlakatte College of Nursing Kundapur 41 students and two faculty spend half day with us and collected information about our Institution.

On 29th Lions Club Bantakal Jasmine organized programme in our Institution. They donated dresses for dance and sponsored meal on that day.

On 31st Lions club Mudarangady organized a short programme and celebrated Mrs. Shareen Crasta’s birthday. Generously distributed snacks and gifts for all students and donated Rice and other grains.

On 31st Lions club Mulky   celebrated the Birthday of Mrs.Rose Maria D’costa. Distributed cake for all and conducted games for students and sponsored meal on that day. They contributed 15 sacks of rice.

SPONSORED MEALS :-  On 5th Mrs.Lilly D’souza from Pernal on the occasion of her 65th Birthday celebration.

On 19th  Mrs. Sandra Martha and family from Mumbai.

23rd Mr.Clement and Mrs.Sunitha Mascarenhas from Abudhabi.

24th Mrs.Monthi Mascarenhas from Petri on the occasion of her 75th Birthday celebration.

26th Mr.Agnel Rodrigues, from  Katapady.

Other Contributors

Our teacher, Mrs Shalini distributed puffs to all the staff and students on the occasion of her birthday.

 I look forward to your cooperation, support and guidance in the days to come.

                                                                                                                 Principal        

                                                                                                                (Sr. Vinny)

“I find the harder I work, the more luck I seem to have” –Thomas Jefferson

The new academic year was inaugurated on the 1^st of June, 2024 by Fr Ferdinand, the spiritual director of this institution. The president of this institution, Mr. Henry Menezes welcomed the gathering. Dr. Edward Lobo, the founding president, Mr. Joseph Noronha, the Secretary and Mr. John Martis, the founding trustee of this institution were present. On this occasion, Fr Ferdinand was felicitated for being appointed as the convener of 20Commissions of Udupi diocese. The managing trustee along with the school staff bid farewell to the former principal of Manasa School, Sr. Ancilla who had served the institution for 8 years. We are grateful for all the dedication and work during her tenure.

The Managing Trustee, Mr. Gerald Lobo along with the staff gladly welcomed the newly appointed principal, Sr. Vinny Gonsalves, who spoke about the development of the institution and progress of the students which are her key goals for this academic year. PTA President, Mrs. Vanitha Shettigar spoke about both the principals and appreciated their service.

Environment Day was celebrated on June 5^thwith great enthusiasm.The president of this institution, Mr Henry Menezes and Sr. Vinny Gonsalves, the school principal were present on the dais. Sr Vinny highlighted the importance of taking care of our environment and the beauty of the school surrounding being uplifted by the greenery.

The program was anchored by Mrs.Reena. All the students and staff were present on this day. “Protect Trees” and “Save Water” were the main Slogans raised by the students with the help of teachers.

The children were systematically promoted to higher section according to their intellectual ability and sent to their respective new classrooms and teachers were assigned to different classes on June 8^th.

The note books were distributed to all the classes during assembly by the president, Mr. Henry Menezes and Sr. Vinny, the principal.

The students were very happy to receive the books with their class teachers on 13^th June. Also, all the necessary stationery and charts were given to the class teachers.

A Meeting was held with the Managing Trustee on 14^th June along with the principal Sr. Vinny, hostel warden, Sr. Mary Beck and Sr. Pratibha. Since we are new to each other we introduced ourselves and discussed about few responsibilities of the school.

1. The principal will take care of the sections, Autism and the Intellectual Disability section.

2. Computer classes will be taken for teachers and students who are interested. The suggested names of the teachers to teach computer are Sr. Pratibha, Mrs. Avila and Mrs. Reena.

3. It was reminded to check the weekly and monthly progress of the students and inform the parents.

4. To maintain cleanliness of the vehicles by Mr. Sunder and Mr.Sukesh.

5. Mr. Sunder will take care of the garden especially cutting the grass.

The 40 students from Shri Madwa Vadiraj Institute of Technology ,Bantakal had a short visit to our institution and spent quality time with our students and   distributed snacks and cold drinks on 15^th June.

They were delighted to have met everyone and appreciated the service of the Management and staff.

A group of 49, IV year B Sc Nursing students and faculty from Fr Muller’s Medical College, Mangalore  visited our institution on 22^nd June. They presented cultural programme and conducted various games and activities and made our children happy.

They contributed some amount to the institution and presented gifts to all the students. All the special educators cooperated with them. The 25 years of long history of this institution was presented to them through a video.

On the same day, the Management conducted motivation cum orientation program for our staff. The resource person was Mr. Basuma Kodagu, who had an interactive and lively approach. 

All the special educators attended the program and took active part in the conversation and activities.

The Managing Trustee, Mr. Henry Menezes and the Principal, SrVinnyhad been to Mangalore to meet Mr. U.T Khader, the Speaker of the Karnataka Legislative Assembly on 26^th June. We presented our request to receive rice from the department for which he said he would consider and take the matter to the higher authorities.

Staff Meeting was held on 29^th June which the evaluation of the orientation program. The feedback was very positive.

All were happy to have learnt something new and concrete which would help them deal with challenging situations. Responsibilities were assigned to the teachers. The principal reminded about the discipline and care for each student.

Admissions for the Academic Year 2024-25

We are pleased to mention that there are 9 new admissions for this month. Among them, 2 boys and 3 girls reside in the hostel and 1 boy and 4 girls are day care students.

Other Contributors

·      Mr. Bharath Raj and Pooja from Brahmavar distributed sweets on the occasion of his birthday.

·      Mr. Jostin, the office staff distributed snacks on the occasion of his birthday.

·      Mrs. Avila, the office staff distributed sweets to all the students.

Volunteer Service:-

Miss.SusanMendonca from Kuntalnagar gives her valuable service in our Institution from 11^th of June. She has goodwill to help in all the works.

Mrs.Vinaya.B. after completing her Maternity Leave re-joined the school on 21^st June.

I am looking forward to the same cooperation, support and guidance from you in the days to come.

                                                                                                                 Principal

                                                                                                                (Sr. Vinny)

Founders Day and Children’s day celebration in Manasa Pamboor

Founders Day and Children’s day celebration in Manasa Pamboor on 15.11.2023. it was sponsored by Catholic Sabha Pamboor unit and Lions club Bantakal-B C road.  Mr Henry Menezes, president of Manasa Pamboor  presided and welcomed  the gathering. Mr Fredric Menezes past president of Pamboor unit greeted Manasa students  on the occasion of children’s day and wished them well. Dr Gerald Pinto the joint secretary thanked Catholic Sbha Pamboor unit and Lions club for helping the Manasa. He also recalled the servive of Jawaharlal Nehru  in Nation building on the occasion of his birthday.  He also  greeted the students of Manasa and thanked the principal and staff for their dedicated service. Msng Ferdinand Gonsalves, lons club president Josil Noronha, pamboor Parish council secretary Tony Menezes, manasa secretary  Joseph Noronha gave awy the prizes to the students. Mr Harry and Mrs Freeda Moras Dubai( Kinnigoly) sponsored the special meals.

Guests abd students offered flowers to the photo of Late Pandit Jawaharlar Lal Nehru on the occasion of his birthday.

Students and Teachers presented cultural program.  Principal Sr Ancilla Fernandes proposed vote of thanks. Hemalatha teacher compered the program.  Trustees Mr John Martis and Dr Edward Lobo, office bearers of LIOns club and Catholic Sabha Pambor unit, Autism centre PTA president Smt Seema Shetty, PTA president Smt Vanitha Shettigar, Superior Sr Mary Back   were present

Karntaka Balavikasa Academy  award to Manasa Pamboor

Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre Pamboor has received  Karntaka Balavikasa Academy  award which is a part of Women and child development department Government of Karnataka for the year 2019-20 for the service in Special Education.  It was received by Mr Joseph Noroha Secretary on 27.3.2023 at Dharwad, in the awarding ceremony at Dharwad Balavikasa Kendra.  It was given by honorable Halappa Achar, the Minster for Women and Child affair and Disability and  Mr Naveen Savanur,  president of Karnataka balavikasaa Academy.  The Trustees Dr Gerald Pinto, Mr John Marts, staff Mr Maurice Qudras and Mr John were present.

The award consists of Rs 25,000 and  citation.  This is the third award to Manasa in the silver Jubilee year.  It is a  co-organization of Catholic Sabha.

Health Checkup Section and Hostel Solar Unit Inaugurated at Manasa, Pamboor

Two essential facilities required for the Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre, Pamboor were inaugurated and blessed on Monday, 30 October 2023 at 11 am. Msgr. Ferdinand Gonslaves-Vicar General of the Udupi Diocese inaugurated and blessed the Health Checkup Section and Fr. Denis D’Sa-PRO of the Udupi Diocese and Parish Priest of St. Anne’s Church, Thottam inaugurated and blessed the Hostel Solar Unit which was sponsored by CR3 (India) Private Limited and Co-sponsored by Selco Foundation from Bangalore belonging to SelcoSolar Light Private Limited.

A brief stage programme was held in the Manasa auditorium presided over by Henry Menezes-President of the Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre. Other dignitaries on the dais included Msgr. Ferdinand Gonslaves, Fr. Denis D’Sa, Mrs. Joyce Margaret Serrao-HR and Resource Planning Manager of CR3 (India) Private Limited, Subramanya N-Branch Manager Energy Solutions, Udupi representing Selco Solar Light Private Limited, Joseph Noronha-Secretary, Manasa and Mrs. Muriel Premlatha-Vice Principal of Manasa.

Following the prayer by the students of Manasa, Henry Menezes welcomed the guests. 

John Martis, one of the Trusties of Manasa narrated the need to provide the facilities of Health Checkup Section and  the Hostel Solar Unit for the benefit of the children studying and staying at the manasa Institution.

Mrs. Joyce Margaret Serrao in her address said that she had visited the Manasa Institution in March 2023 and was very much impressed by the work done by the institution in training and rehabilitating   the specially abled children. She advised the Management of Manasa to put in an application to her company CR3 (India) Private Limited for sponsoring the Solar Unit which she could help to get under the CSR scheme. She greatly appreciated the sacrifice of the Management and the teachers in educating and training the specially abled children.

In his address, Subramanya N narrated the role of Selco Foundation in sponsoring utilitarian facilities  to institutions such as Manasa and expressed his happiness to be part of the project that provided the Solar Unit as well as fans to the dormitories of the hostels run by Manasa.

Msgr. Ferdinand Gonsalves in his message said that both Health checkup Section and Hostel Solar Unit are essential for the children of Manasa. The Health Checkup Section would help the children to avail the first aid in case of injuries and other ailments. The Solar Unit would be able to solve the electricity problems faced by the children sue to power failures. He expressed his gratitude to CR3 (India) Private Limited and Selco Foundation.

Delivering his message, Fr. Denis D’Sa reminded the children about the coming Deepavali festival. He said that as the Deepavali festival is the festival of lights, the two facilities inaugurated and blessed provided light in the lives of the children of the Manasa Institution. Health is like light as opposed to the darkness of illness. Thus, the Health Checkup Section was iangurated to take care of the health of the children. Solar Unit would provide  light when there is darkness due to power failure.

On this occasion, Mrs. MurilePremlatha-Vice Principal of Manasa who was honoured by the Karavali Christian Chamber of Commerce, Udupi with ‘Prerana Award 2023’ was felicitated by Msgr. Ferdinand Gonsalves. Dr. Gerald Pinto introduced Mrs. Muriel Premlatha and recalled her service to the Manasa Institution during the last 25 years.

As a sign of gratitude, Henry Menezeshonoured the inaugurators of Health Checkup Section and Hostel Solar Unit-Msgr. Ferdinand Gonslaves and Fr. Denis D’Sa as well as the sponsors and Co-sponsors of the Hostel Solar Unit-Mrs. Joyce Margaret Serrao and Subramanya N with shawl, garland of jasmine flowers and mementos.

Dr. Edward Lobo,  Dr. Gerald Pinto  Elroy KiranCrasto, John Martis and Louis D'Almeidawer present for the programme. 

The Health Checkup Section will be working under the guidance and supervision of Dr. Edward Lobo.

Mrs. Muriel Premlatha proposed the vote of thanks and Mrs. Prema compeered the programme.

World Mental Health day was celebrated Manasa Pamboor on 10.10.2023 in the Manasa School hall alon with the parents of Autism section. President and Managing Trustee Mr Henry Menezes welcomed the members.  Trustee Mr John Martis explained the steps taken by the management to establish the well equipped Autism centre with the guidance of Eshanya Foundation Banglore. 

Mr Kehav, Asst professor MAHE in Occupation therapy was the resource person.  He explained the parents how to take care of children and themselves. He said that we should accept the disability of our children instead of denying, should not feel guilty assuming we are the cause for the disability, should think how we can rain in the present rather than worrying about child’s future, we should take the child to the  family functions despite the problems  so the child get socialized,  we must get connected with others and seek assistance, share the burden of bringing up child with family members . He also advised to take care of the health and have some some time for relax.

Principal Sr. Ancilla Fernandes explained the various under taken to train the children. Parents expressed happiness in the progress of the children. Teacher Asha proposed vote of thanks. Prabha teacher compared the program. Secretary Joseph Noronha, Jt Secretary Dr Gerald Pinto, trustee Dr Edward Lobo, PTA president Mrs Seema Shety  were present.

District Level Special Teachers Day in Manasa  Pamboor

As a prt of Silver Jubilee year, Manas hosted  this years distrit level teachers day on 5.9.2022 at Manasa Centr.. All the 14 schools of the Udupi district participated in the event. The celebrations began at 10.20 am in the shool hall. Ln. Jayakara Shetty was the honourable guest.  Dr. Edward Lobo presided over. Retired special teachers and also non teaching staff were felicitated on the occasion. Jayakar Shetty in his speech lauded the efforts of the special teachers in training special children and expressed solidarity in their efforts for their wage revision. Dr. Edward Lobo in his presidential address spoke about our silver jubilee celebrations and motivating factors that helped us to start the facility for the  intellectually disabled children.  Cultural activities from the special teachers followed the sumptuous lunch. There were several lucky games to the participants. The event was a grand success due to the cooperation of all concerned.

Trustees viz, Henry Menezes, Dr. Lobo,  Joseph Noronha and John Martis were present.

Many dignitaries including Comodore Castelino of Moodubelle, past trustees were present. In all there was a gathering of about 150 people.

Smt. Ratna Welfare officer for the specially abled Udupi dist. Lit the lamp and inaugurated the celebrations.

Ln. Jayakara Shetty felicitated sr. Ancilla, Dr Lobo and Henry Menezes for their service to Manasa

                            Silver Jubilee Celebration  of Manasa

 The Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre that was established way back in 1997 under the patronage of the Catholic Sabha of the undivided Mangalore Diocese celebrated its Silver Jubilee with multifarious programmes  on Friday, 25 November 2022. The programmes commenced with the Thanksgiving Mass in the Holy Cross Church, Pamboor offered by Fr. Ferdinand Gonsalves-Spiritual Director of the Catholic Sabha, Udupi Pradesh at 8.30 am. The Holy Mass was followed by Flag Hoisting, breakfast, competition for children in fancy dress, singing and drawing, competition for parents followed by lunch. 

The after noon programme at 2.30 pm included the inauguration of the new Vocational Training Unit donated by Noel Rasquinha, Managing Director of Mercury Pneumatics, Pvt. Ltd., Mumbai in memory of his late parents-Francis and Getrude Rasquinha. While Noel Rasquinha inaugurated the Vocational Training Unit, Bishop Gerald Isaac Lobo conducted a brief prayer service and blessed the unit.  The Vocational Unit comprises of machinery worth Rs. 10 lakhs to prepare host for communion in churches. There are two machines to bake the host and one machine to cut the larger host into particles. The facility can produce as much as one lakh particles in a week. This would provide considerable amount of revenue to the Manasas institution. 

Thereafter, Bishop Gerald Isaac Lobo inaugurated the exhibition of photographs and trophies manifesting the achievements of Manasa during the last 25 years both in training and sports.

The stage programme commenced at 3 pm with prayer dance by the students of Manasa.  Henry Menezes- President and Managing Trustee of Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre(MRTC) presided over the programme.  Other dignitaries on the dais included Bishop Gerald Isaac Lobo who inaugurated the Silver Jubilee Porgamme; Chief Guests Lalaji R, Mendon-MLA of the Kaup Constituency and Vinaya Kumar Sorake-former Minister of Karnataka; Guests of honour:  Rev. Fr. Jephrin Monis-Parish Priest of the Most Holy Trinity Church, Rudersberg (Retd.) Germany, Noel Rasquinha, Harish Shetty representing Seetharam Shetty-Managing Director of Onshore Construction Company, Mumbai;  Horst Schneider-Lord City Mayor (Retd.), Rudersberg, Germany; Mrs. Margit Schneider, L.J. Fernandes-Ex-President, Catholic Sabha, Mangalore Pradesh;  Sr. Ida Lobo, SSps-Provincial Leader INS, Congregation of the  Missionary Sisters, Servants of Holy Spirit; Rev. Fr. Henry Mascarenhas-Parish Priest of the Holy cross Church, Pamboor,; Dr. Edward Lobo- Founder President and Managing Trustee, MRTC; Ms. Remedia D’Souza-Ex President and Managing Trustee of MRTC; Joseph Noronha-Secretary, MRTC; Valerian Fernandes-Treasurer-MRTC; Sr. Ancilla Fernandes-Principal, Manasa Special School, Stany Lobo-President, Catholic Sabha, Mangalore Pradesh; Mrs. Mary D’Souza-President, Catholic Sabha, Udupi Pradesh; Mrs. Vanitha Shettigar-President PTA; and Elroy Kiran Crasta-Convener, Silver Jubilee Celebration Committee.

Following the welcome address by Elroy Kiran Crasta, Bishop Gerald Isaac Lobo along with other dignitaries on the dais formally inaugurated the Manasa Silver Jubilee programme by lighting the lamp.

Sr. Ancilla Fernandes presented the report of the achievements of the Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre during the last 25 years. So far 750 students have passed out from the institution. Presently there are 115 students and 38 staff members. 21 students are trained in the Autism center.   So far 7 students of the Manasa institution have won medals in International Special Olympics out of which four Gold, two Silver and one Bronze.

In his message, Bishop Gerald Isaac Lobo said that happiness among the human beings depend on sharing with the less fortunate. The human beings created by God are not the same and they are not endowed with similar abilities and talents. There are human beings who are physically or mentally challenged. However, God does not forsake such beings. He chooses kind hearted donors and dedicated institutions to take care of such disadvantaged children.  Jesus Christ and St. Mother Teresa have been great inspirers of institutions like Manasa. Love of humanity through service has been the message of Mother Teresa.  Bishop Gerald Isaac Lobo complimented Dr. Edward Lobo, Rev. Fr. Jephrin Monis and others who were responsible for the establishment of Manasa.

On this occasion the founding Trustees including Dr. Gerald Pinto were felicitated. Besides, the Presidents of the Catholic Sabha of the Undivided Mangalore Pradesh, Udupi Prant, Udupi Pradesh, Shirva Deanery and Pamboor Parish   were honoured. Later, Principals and wardens of Hostels belonging to the Congregation of the Missionary Sisters, Servants of Holy Spirit and those staff members who had been in service in Mansa for the last 25 years were also felicitated. 

Rev Fr. Jephrin Monis inaugurated the documentary on the Manasa institution titled “Silver Manasa’. 

In his message, Rev. Fr. Jephrin Monis said that mentally challenged children are like butterflies with broken wings and they require careful and loving handling to put them on the self-reliant path. He thanked all the benefactors from Germany who had contributed generously in establishing the Manasa Institution.  

Horst Schneider and Mrs. Margit Schneider jointly released the Manasa Silver Jubilee Souvenir presented by Editor Dr. Gerald Pinto

Speaking on this occasion Horst Schneider said that he and his wife were quite happy to participate in the Silver Jubilee celebrations of Manasa. It was way back in 2002 he had paid an official visit to Manasa. He also handed over a donation cheque to Henry Menezes, the President of Manasa.

Sr. Ida Lobo, Lalaji R. Mendon and Vinaya Kumar Sorake also addressed the gathering. Lalaji R. Mendon said that he has been attending at least one or two functions organized by Manasa every year and assured his support to the various activities of Manasa. 

Vinay Kumar Sorake in his address said that though he had to go to Bangalore to attend a meeting, he chose to attend the Silver Jubilee function of Manasa as the institution has been very close to his heart. He has been celebrating his birthday for many years in the Manasa institution. He further said that in the atmosphere of hatred, it is the spirit of love and service to humanity that keeps the society on the right path. 

n his presidential address, Henry Menezes expressed gratitude to all those who have been helping in running the Manasa Institute and hoped that they will continue supporting the good work tha tis being sone by the Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre. 

Joseph Noronha proposed the vote of thanks. Mrs. Reena D’Souza, Mrs. Sashikala Manjunath and Mrs. K. Prabha compered the programme.

Cultural programme was  presented  by the students of Manasa and the group led by Anil D’Sa.

Help to the needy by reducing unnecessary expenses in a family of the office bearer of Catholic sabha

--

Udupi District Level Sports Meet of Special Children at Paboor Manasa.

“Every special child has some hidden potentialities. We have to try bringing out the best in them.  For Helen Keller, blindness was not a hindrance. Similarly every child can contribute to the society if opportunities are given. “, said Mr. Kurma Rao M district Commissioner of Udupi district. He was speaking while inaugurating Udupi district special children sports meet organized by Manasa Rehabilitation and Training centre Pamboor in association with  Department of Women and Child  Development, Department for empowerment of Differently baled and Senior citizens after hoisting the Flag and receiving the guard of

honor.  Government of Karnataka as a part of Silver Jubilee of Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre.  Commodore Jerome Castelino V.S.M, retired senior naval officer, was the chief guest lighted the sport Lamp, urged the Government to support special children so that they are the resources of the society.   Mrs. Veena a Vivekananda Department of Women and Child Development, Mrs. Rathna , welfare officer Department for empowerment of differently abled  and Senior citizens empowerment  were present as guests of honor.

 Students of Mansa Pamboor welcomed the Deputy Commissioner with the music of school band. President of the Manasa Centre Mr. Henry Meezness welcomed the gathering.  Principal Sr Ancillary Fernandes proposed the vote of thanks.  Mr. Ravindra  Shetty,  Mrs Mary D Souza vice president and president of Catholic Sabha Mr Elroy Kiran Crasto the convener of Silver Jubilee Committee, Mr. Joseph Noronha  Secretary, Mr Valerian Fernandes the treasurer, Dr Edward Lobo,  Kum Remedia D Souza,  Mr John  Martis  and other trustees were  present.     In the concluding program Mr. Rathan Shetty -president of Shiva Penchant and Mrs. Gracy Cardoza vice presidents were present as guests of honor. Over all championship was bagged by Vijetha special School Karkala and Ashanilya Udupi were runners up.

The physical directors Mr Joseph D Souza from St Lawrence P U College Moodbelle, Mr Domion Noronha from St Jhn Shankarpura and Mr Suresh Devadiga from Sri Gurunarayana Padubelle and MSW students form MAHE Manipal helped in conducting the sports meet.

Teachers Prameela and Ashwini  Compered the programme. ,  Dr Gerald Pinto Jt secretary of the trustproposedthe vote of thanks. 250 students from 12 special schools from Udupi District participated in the program.

PTA Meeting and Orientation  for Parents at Manasa Pamboor

Parents Teaches Association  and orientation for the parents of Manasa special children was held on 27.8.2022 at Manasa Pamboor.  Dr Rayan Mathias, professor of MAHE University Manipal was the resource person. He spoke on the role of parents in Managing special children. Mr Joseph Noronha secretary informed about Autism centre and Silver Jubilee ceebrations of Manasa.  Principal Sr Ancilla Fernandes   gave the report of the activities of the school.

In th beginning president Mr Henry Menezes welcomed the gathering. Trustees Dr Gerald Pinto , Dr Edward Lobo and Mr John Martis were present.

District Level Special Teachers Day in Manasa  Pamboor

As a prt of Silver Jubilee year, Manas hosted  this years distrit level teachers day on 5.9.2022 at Manasa Centr.. All the 14 schools of the Udupi district participated in the event. The celebrations began at 10.20 am in the shool hall. Ln. Jayakara Shetty was the honourable guest.  Dr. Edward Lobo presided over. Retired special teachers and also non teaching staff were felicitated on the occasion. Jayakar Shetty in his speech lauded the efforts of the special teachers in training special children and expressed solidarity in their efforts for their wage revision. Dr. Edward Lobo in his presidential address spoke about our silver jubilee celebrations and motivating factors that helped us to start the facility for the  intellectually disabled children.  Cultural activities from the special teachers followed the sumptuous lunch. There were several lucky games to the participants. The event was a grand success due to the cooperation of all concerned.

Trustees viz, Henry Menezes, Dr. Lobo,  Joseph Noronha and John Martis were present.

Many dignitaries including Comodore Castelino of Moodubelle, past trustees were present. In all there was a gathering of about 150 people.

Smt. Ratna Welfare officer for the specially abled Udupi dist. Lit the lamp and inaugurated the celebrations.

Ln. Jayakara Shetty felicitated sr. Ancilla, Dr Lobo and Henry Menezes for their service to Manasa

Independence Day Celebration

76^th Independence Day was celebrated at Manasa Centre with grear enthusiasm and fervor. The National Flag was unfurled by Mrs. Agnes Barboza, president of Catholic Sabha, Shirva unit. A stage function was held which was presided by Mr. Henry Menezes, President of Manasa, Mrs. Shaila Gomes from Shirva was the chief guest. 

Our students performed well in the dance program. They danced to the patriotic songs and sang too. There was a gathering of about 150 people including students, staff, Manasa Trustees Dr. Edward Lobo, Mr. Joseph Noronha, Mr. Johan Martis, PTA Office bearers and President Mrs. Vanitha Shettigar. Catholic Sabha Shirva unit sponsored the event.

Manasa New school staff & centenary building

All teaching and non teaching staff

centenary building

  Students   Selected for National Level Coaching Camp in connection with upcoming ‘Special Olympics’

Inauguration of Solar Lighting System

Solar Lighting System 4KVA ,  arranged by Rotary Ambalpady and SELCO donated byb Wells Fargo an International  bank  wasi naugurated by Rotary Asst Governer Mr Padmanabha Kanchan on 24.6.2022 at Manasa Centre Pamboor.

1.    Inauguration of Silver jubilee year of Manasa Rehabilitatio and Training Centre:

Rev Fr  J. B Saldanha, PRO of Mangalore Diocese and Spiritual director of Catholic Sabha Mangalore Pradesh inaugurated the Silver Jubilee of Manasa on 15.12.2021 at Manasa Pamboor. Fr Ferdinand Gonlcalves inaugurated Logo of Silver Jubilee. Kum Muddu Tirhahali inaugurated the solar amps donated by her.

2.    Inauguration of Manasa  Autism Centre and Manasa Silver Jubilee Building:

Manasa  Autism Centre and Manasa Silver Jubilee Building was inaugurated by Rt. Rev Dr Gerald Issac Lobo, Bishop of Udupi Diocese. M L A of Kaup constituency Mr Lalaji R Mendon presided over the function. Rev Fr Xavier  Gomes,  Fr Ferdinand Gonsaves, Mr Stany Lobo, Mrs Mary D Souza,  Mr Elroy Kiran Crasto, President of Bombay Catholic Sabha Mr Raphael D Souza, Princial Sr Ancilla Fernandes    were present on the dias..

1.    Inauguration of Silver jubilee year of Manasa Rehabilitatio and Training Centre:

Rev Fr  J. B Saldanha, PRO of Mangalore Diocese and Spiritual director of Catholic Sabha Mangalore Pradesh inaugurated the Silver Jubilee of Manasa on 15.12.2021 at Manasa Pamboor. Fr Ferdinand Gonlcalves inaugurated Logo of Silver Jubilee. Kum Muddu Tirhahali inaugurated the solar amps donated by her.

2.    Inauguration of Manasa  Autism Centre and Manasa Silver Jubilee Building:

Manasa  Autism Centre and Manasa Silver Jubilee Building was inaugurated by Rt. Rev Dr Gerald Issac Lobo, Bishop of Udupi Diocese. M L A of Kaup constituency Mr Lalaji R Mendon presided over the function. Rev Fr Xavier  Gomes,  Fr Ferdinand Gonsaves, Mr Stany Lobo, Mrs Mary D Souza,  Mr Elroy Kiran Crasto, President of Bombay Catholic Sabha Mr Raphael D Souza, Princial Sr Ancilla Fernandes    were present on the dias..

Greetings from Manasa Pamboor!

Managing TrusteeManasa Rehabilitation & Training Centre

Pamboor, Paddubelle, Udupi - 574116
Tel:-0820-2559797, Mob: 8277219523

DENTAL CAMP AT MANASA SPECIAL SCHOOL ON 17.01.2018

A.B Shetty Memorial Institude of Dental sciences, Deralakatte    organized their camp at Manasa Special School on 17.01.2018.  20 doctors along with HOD Dr. Audrey D’cruz and co-ordinator Dr. Sahana Maben treated more than 100 special children and given prescription for further treatment. The follow up treatment will be done in their premise at free of cost and have agreed to provide necessary transport facility to the  students and parents who accompany them.

 A small function was arranged and the inauguration was done by Dr. Audrey Dcruz by lighting the lamp.

Visit of Students from ‘Global Health Mastrecth “ of Manipal

Dr. Lena Ashok, Associate Professor, Prasanna School of Public Health, Manipal Academy of Higher Education (MAHE) accompanied 9 students(Global Health Masterich ofManipal) from Netherlands , Germany, Belgium and Ireland. These students have come for six months as a part of their curriculam. They visited Manasa on 25.01.2018 and had a meeting with President , Administrator, Principal and Teachers. They had interaction with our students

  Bi-Decennial Celebrations 9^th to 11^th November 2017

A 3 day program was organised at Manasa campus to commemorate 20^th Founder’s Day of Manasa Rehabilitation & Training Centre. As a part of celebration a month long exhibition declared open by Mr. Elroy Kiran Crasta, organising committee chairman on 5^th November 2017. Around 100 office bearers of Catholic Sabha, Udupi Diocese along with staff members present on the occasion. The exhibition contains the awards  won by the institution, National and International medals won by children  , arts & crafts of Manasa students and other selected photographs to depict the achievements of Manasa during the  last 20 years.

On 9^th Nov. 2017 a Thanksgiving Mass was offered at our School Hall. The Mass was concelebrated with  main celebrant  Rev. Fr. Ferdinand Gonsalvis, Spiritual Director Catholic Sabha Udupi Pradesh. On the occasion a special prayer was offered in memory of souls of our departed Founder Trustees.

On 10^th Nov. 2017 a State Level Seminar on “Intellectual Disability” was held. The theme of the seminar “Every Child is born to win, Are we doing enough for our Special Children?”The distinguished guests viz. Most Rev. Dr. Aloysius Paul D’souza, Bishop of Mangalore Diocese, Most Rev. Dr. Gerald Isaac Lobo, Bishop of Udupi Diocese, Mr. Pramod Madhwaraj, Hon. Minister of Fisheries , Youth Affairs & district-in-charge along with other dignitaries  attended the inaugural ceremony. The deligates of the seminar were representatives of School Management, Principal, Teaching Staff from prominent Specials Schools all over Karnataka. The other participants includes students of MSW and Nursing from Manipal University and other Colleges. There were over 400 delegates participated  the Seminar.

 "It is the dream of every parent to have a healthy child. However, sometimes, children are born with intellectual disabilities. In such cases parents accept them as gift of God. Creating future for special children is the responsibility of the society. The role of society to take  care of specially-abled children is very significant," said district in-charge minister Mr.  Pramod Madhwaraj.

He further said, "Special children need scientific training and their future has to be shaped by providing supplementary information from different parts of the world. They are hope of their parents. Manasa School is offering this noble service, which is more pleasing to God, than offering prayers at temples. The institution will reap rich benefits of their service to these children."

Dr Aloysius Paul D'Souza, bishop of Mangaluru diocese, in his presidential address said, "I inaugurated this institution 20 years back, today I feel privileged to participate in its bi-decennial celebration. Bringing all people of the society together is a service of God. Manasa is doing this extremely well by taking care of people of the weaker section of society, disabled people and those who are neglected by the society under one roof." He blessed and wished the institution all the best.

The key note address was delivered by Dr. Thomas Quadros, Founder and Principal of Glowin Star Integrated School Udupi & Trustee of Manasa. Dr. Nibedita Patnaik , HOD, Department of Special Education, NIEPID, Secunderabad presented a paper on “Current status of Intellectual disability at the National level. Second paper regarding –Techniques, Role of Government and the Society presented by Dr. P.V. Bhandari , Director. Dr. A.V. Baliga Group of Hospitals, Udupi. Mr. Tushar Sujith, Director, Business Operations AMBA , Bangalore gave a multi media presentation on “Empowerment of Adults with intellectual Disability”

After presentation of each paper, the delegates were given time for discussion regarding the various issues raised by the presenters. All the delegates actively participated in the deliberations/discussions.

There was panel discussion in the afternoon session. The panellists were from various fields represented. Sr. Shruthi A.C. Principal St. Agnes Special School Mangalore presented academic view, Mr. Vasanth Kumar Shetty, Administrator, Sanidya Special School Mangalore on management view, Mr. Wilson Rodrigues, Lawyer/Notary, member of Udupi zilla panchayat on legal view and Mr. K.S. Jaivittal , President Aasare Special School Manipal on Parents view. After presentation of panellists views the stage was set open for discussion to delegates/participants. Dr. Vincent Alva, Principal, Milagres College Kallianpur was the moderator for morning and afternoon sessions.  More than 400 deligates/MSW & Nursing Students participated in the deliberations.

After deliberations the following resolutions were adopted unanimously

As the special intellectually disabled children require a teacher with special training, so also the government department, which handles the affairs pertaining to these children should be manned by the people with special orientation and sensitivity towards their problems.

1.     There should be at least one teacher’s training centre in Udupi District to train the teachers in educating the intellectually disabled children.

2.     The government should allot sufficient funds on priority basis for the intellectual growth of intellectually disabled students.

3.     The special schools should be treated on par with the regular schools by providing grant-in-aid along with all the facilities provided to the students of regular schools. They should be brought under the department of public instructions. It goes without saying that it is the intellectually disabled students who require more financial aid and other facilities since they come under lesser privileged category in the society.

4.     All the laws and acts passed by the legislature and the constitutional provisions that guarantee the fundamental rights should be implemented immediately.

5.     The government should take steps to conduct CRE programmes for the teachers working in the special schools in order to help them in their promotion and the renewal of their registration.

6.     The government should extend the facility of an assistant to read out the questions to the intellectually disabled students writing their 10^th std public exam as this facility is already given to the 10^th std (KOS) students who have grasping problems. They should be given green stickers for the exam.

Mr. Anil Lobo welcomed the gathering and Sr. Ancilla Fernandes proposed the vote of thanks Mrs. Jacintha Maria Mathias and Mr. Steevan Prakash Lewis compered the programme.

On 11.11.2017 Saturday morning Alumni Meet organized where the present and old students and parents had a get together. After the Flag Hoisting and March fast by Manasa Special Children various games were conducted including fancy dress competition. Winners were given prizes. The success stories were shared by the old students and their parents and the moment was turned into an emotional one. A stage function was held and it was presided over by Rt. Rev. Msgr. Baptist Menezes, Vicar General, Udupi Diocese. The other guests were Mr. Dinakar Babu, President, Udupi Zilla Panchayat, Rev. Fr. Ferdinand Gonsalves, Spiritual Director, Catholic Sabha, Udupi Diocese, Rev. Fr. Paul Rego, Parish Priest, Holy Cross Church, Pamboor, Mr. Wilson Rodrigues, member, Udupi Zilla Panchayat Mrs. Veronica Cornelio, past president,  Karnataka Soap & Detergents, Mrs. Ranjani Hegde, president Belle Panchayat,  Mr. Niranjan Bhat, Officer, District Disabled Welfare Department. Mr. Henry Menezes welcomed the gathering and Mrs. Muriel Premalatha proposed the vote of thanks. Mrs. Anitha D’souza  and Mr. Flywan D’souza compered the programme.

On the Founder's day closing ceremony  the second day, Saturday afternoon , November 11,  Most Rev. Dr. Gerald Isaac Lobo, Bishop of Udupi Diocese said, "none of the parents want to have disabled child, but we can see such children in some cases. It is not their fault. If we consider them an asset, everything will be alright. Every child is a reflection of God. He is the creator; he has created special children with some good purpose in mind. When we accept such special skilled children as the gift of God, then there is no space to negative thoughts."

"If we nurture them as good citizens, God will definitely bless them. Now a days public is aware of needs of special children. The thought process has changed. Earlier there was a superstitious belief in people that ‘defective children are born because of the sins of our ancestors or it is a curse," he added.

He further stressed, "One should recognize the skills of special children and encourage them. There are examples of differently-abled children getting medal in Sports. Every special child is blessed with some skill. Poor people in society can be classified as financially poor, educationally poor, poor by heart and poor in good behaviour. The special children  can perform like others, though they are  some hindrances. According to a research special children can be doctors like normally-abled people. The point of view has been changing and it is really a good sign."

Recollecting the days of Mother Teresa, the bishop said, "Her thoughts are still relevant. There is a saying that, 'Loving other is true service' Jesus is the inspiration for service. This institution belong to all religions and not one community. Let this institution may emerge as one of the model institution in India."

"This is a very meaningful programme organized to mark the bi-decennial celebration. I hope this institution is considered the very best special school in our State. The teachers of this institution are rendering their service and forming life and discipline of the special children. Humanity is a character of humans, without humanity in an individual, there is no difference between human being and animal. Manasa School is known for its best service and sacrifices. I have never seen such an advanced special school earlier," said Mr. Vinay Kumar Sorake, MLA, Kaup constituency.

He added, "I and my family have been celebrating my birthday with special children since few years. In modern era, there is need to give extra care to their development. Let all dreams may come true and let this school develop to University level."

Mr. Ivan D’Souza, MLC and chief whip Karnataka Legislative council addressing the 20^th Founders day closing ceremony said, "Teachers of Manasa are imparting education to special children by providing all needed guidiance. They are also providing skill training”.

“It is the Government’s responsibility of providing facilities and bringing them to mainstream of the society who are not able to lead normal life. It is also mentioned in the Constitution of India. The institution is doing the Government’s job. There are five lac special children in the state, but do not have sufficient number of special schools. Everyone is talented, but they need encouragement. I will give my possible support for installation of rooftop solar panel and will try to release funds from the government,” he promised.

Seven important resolutions were passed on the basis of the outcome of the seminar on the first day session’s which were read by Dr. Vincent Alva.

A MOU copy was exchanged by Dr. Suma Nair of Manipal University and Mr. Henry Menezes, MRTC regarding setting up of Research and Development Center.

The institution wants to complete three major projects like establishing  the Computer Data Centre for gainful employment of differently abled children, an Autism Center and Research & Development Center.

Eminent psychiatrist, Dr. P V Bhandary described the features of autism and its treatment to the gathering.

Sr. Maria Jyothi, retired principal, St Agnes Special School, Mangaluru and Dr P V Bhandary, psychiatrist,  Director of  Dr.A V Baliga Group of Institutions were felicitated on the occasion for their remarkable achievements and service.

Trustees, Mr. Simon D’souza(donor), retired principals, and teachers were honoured on the occasion for their dedicated service. Dr P V Bhandary symbolically launched Autism Center project, Mr. Vinay Kumar Sorake launched the Computer Data Center and Dr. Suma Nair launched the R&D Center

A souvenir was also released on the occasion, edited by Dr. Gerald Pinto.

Mr. Alban D’Souza, President of Shirva Welfare Association Kuwait (SWAK), handed over a cheque of Rs 18,12,625 to the institution for establishing the new projects.

Fr Ferdinand Gonsalves, spiritual director, Catholic Sabha, Udupi Pradesh, Mr. Anil Lobo, president, Catholic Sabha Mangaluru, Mr. Valerian Fernandes, president Catholic Sabha Udupi, Mr. Henry Menezes, managing trustee, Mr.Elroy Kiran Crasta , Treasurer and organising committee chairman, Mr. Joseph Nororha, Administrator and Secretary, organizing committee, Sr. Ancialla Fernandes, Principal,  were present.

Mr. Elroy Kiran Crasto,  welcomed the gathering and Mr. Joseph Noronha proposed the vote of thanks. Mr. Alwyn Quadros and Mrs. Flavia Menezes compered the programme.

There was a cultural and variety entertainment program from Manasa Special School children and celebrities viz.  Wilson Olivara,  Anil D’sa ,  Saumya Bhat, . Nihal,  Fareed, Nestor and Bale Telipaale team. The entertainment program was compered by Mr. Alwyn Danthy. Around 1000 invitees  attended the program.

The program was organized in association with Catholic Sabha Udupi Pradesh and Mangaluru Pradesh.

PTA meeting was held in Manasa School on 10.10.2017. The meeting began with a prayer service. President Mr. Henry Menezes welcomed the gathering.  Around 70 members were present for this special meeting in view of the forthcoming bidecennial celebrations on 10^th and 11^th November. Dr.Gururaj Bhatt (Dentist), resource person, spoke on the need and importance of protecting our teeth. Later, Mr. Joseph Noronha, Administrator, Manasa School, apprised and explained to the assembly concerning the 20^th Founder’s Day celebration at Manasa Rehabilitation & Training Centre.  In her address, Mrs.celine Karkade, PTA President, appreciated the efforts made by Manasa’s team. She assured support and assistance in the upcoming celebrations. Before winding up the meeting Mrs. Ashwini thanked the gathering for their presence and participation. The assembly then dispersed for lunch.

Sports Event At Manasa 2017,

Sr. Margaret Hansen, SSpS, General Councillor, Missionary Sisters Servants of the Holy Spirit, Rome, visited Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre, Pamboor, Udupi,  on 7^th October 2017.   Sister was warmly welcomed with floral bouquet by Sr. Ancilla Fernandes, Principal, Manasa School.

Dr. Thomas Quadros, (Trustee of  Manasa, Founder & principal of Glowin star integration school udupi), introduced Sr. Margaret to the gathering of staff & students, and conveyed his deep gratitude and appreciation to the Holy Spirit Sisters who were present and put in their best right from the inception of Manasa. Mr. Joseph Noronha, Administrator spoke about the methodology used in teaching and future development plans of Manasa.  Sr. Margaret was then honored with shawl, garland, & memento.

In her response Sr. Margaret expressed that she was overwhelmed seeing the great mission carried on at Manasa by the Administration & Staff. She commended on the achievements, and was personally touched by the honour shown to her.  The children put up a small cultural program.  After the program she went round the school & hostel and expressed her happiness in maintenance and orderly maintaining of the institution.

Manasa Celebrates Independence Day

Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre celebrated the 71^st Independence Day of India in the open grounds of its campus. Chief Guests for the occasion were Mr. MonthuMenezes, President, Catholic Sabha, Shirva Unit, and Mrs. Agnes Barboza, Secretary, Catholic Sabha, Shirva Unit. 

Mr. Monthu Menezes unfurled the Triocolour. The assembled parents, students, teachers, invited guests of Catholic Sabha and visitors saluted the flag. Everyone present sang the National Anthem, after which followed patriotic songs. A band of 50 students, dressed in colorful uniforms participated in the March Past. 

After a short interlude, everyone gathered in the school hall. The guests were welcomed by Sr. Ancilla Fernandes, Principal. Among the speakers were Mr. MelwynAranha, former President-Catholic Sabha, Mr. Anil Lobo, President-Catholic Sabha, Mangalore Unit and Trustee of Manasa, Mr. Wilson Rodrigues, Member-Udupi ZillaPanchayat&Advocate, Mr. SachidanadBhat, former PTA President, Mr. Henry Menezes, Manasa President and Mrs.Jacintha Mathias, Catholic Sabha, President-Shirva Ward. 

The message focused on the significance of the historic day and sacrifices made to win Indian independence.Students were exhorted to become ideal citizens of the country. They reminded that freedom is sacred and everyonehad to do his/her part to ensure that it shall not be endangered.

A cultural program followed which included presentation of Kannada songs and dance depicting national heroes.Prizes were distributed to the winners of competitions. Before concluding the event Mrs. Vinaya, Teacher-Manasa, thanked the assembled guests and everyone present for their presence and participation. The morning ended with a delicious meal sponsored by the Catholic Sabha.

please click on the picture

The KonkanConnect.com - Directors Mr. Naveen monis and Mr. Arun, together with their family members hosted a Short programme in Manasa Rehabilitation and Training centre pamboor on 3^rd July – 2017. Rev Fr.Ferdinand Gonsalves spiritual Director and Parish priest of Shankarpura, Rev. Fr.Charles Noronha parish priest of Palimar were the chief Guest for this programme.

During this programme, they announced the Names of 5 winners of their quiz programme. Children from Manasa school gave cultural programme, and fun & games were conducted by KonkanConnect.com.

it was indeed a joyful event witnessed by the staff and students of MANASA. A special meal was sponsored by  Konkanconnect.com

Facilitation, Inauguration, New website, Olympics achievements, Training, Yoga, Academic, Stage Programs, Publishing the video etc  

Please click on the image to get a full view

ಮಾನಸ ಶಾಲೆ ಪಾಂಬೂರುನಲ್ಲಿ ದಡಾರ್‍ಮತ್ತು ರುಬೆಲ್ಲಾ ಲಸಿಕಾ ಅಭಿಯಾನದಡಾರ ಮತ್ತು ರುಬೆಲ್ಲಾ ಲಸಿಕಾ ಅಭಿಯಾನ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವು ದಿನಾಂಕ 22/02/2017ರಂದು ಮಾನಸ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಯಲ್ಲಿ ನಡೆಸಲಾಯಿತು. ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಶಿರ್ವ ಸಮುದಾಯ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಯ ವೈದ್ಯಧಿಕಾರಿಯಾದ ಡಾ.ಭರತ್ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮವನ್ನು ಉದ್ಗಾಟಿಸಿ ದಡಾರ ಮತ್ತು ರುಬೆಲ್ಲಾ ಲಸಿಕೆಯ ಬಗ್ಗೆ ಅರಿವು ಮೂಡಿಸಿದರು.ಬೆಳ್ಳೆ ಪಂಚಾಯತ್ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷೆ ಶ್ರೀಮತಿ ರಂಜನಿ ಹೆಗ್ಡೆ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮಕ್ಕೆ ಶುಭ ಹಾರೈಸಿದರು.  ಈ ಕಾರ್ಯಕ್ರಮದಲ್ಲಿ ಸಂಸ್ಥೆಯ ಅಧ್ಯಕ್ಷರು ಶ್ರೀಮಾನ್ ಹೆನ್ರಿ ಮಿನೇಜಸ್, ಆಡಳಿತಧಿಕಾರಿ ಶ್ರೀಮಾನ್ ಜೋಸೆಫ್ ನೊರೋನ್ಹಾ, ಪ್ರಾಂಶುಪಾಲೆ ಸಿ|ಅನ್ಸಿಲ್ಲಾ ಸಮುದಾಯ ಆಸ್ಪತ್ರೆಯ ಶುಶ್ರೂಕಿಯರು, ಆಶಾಕಾರ್ಯಕರ್ತೆಯರು, ಅಂಗನವಾಡಿಕಾರ್ಯಕರ್ತೆಯರು, ಮಕ್ಕಳ ಪೆÇೀಷಕರು/ಹೆತ್ತವರು ಉಪಸ್ಥಿತರಿದ್ದರು.  ಈ ಅಭಿಯಾನದಲ್ಲಿ ಶಾಲೆಯ ಒಟ್ಟು 51 ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿ ವಿದ್ಯಾರ್ಥಿನಿಯರಿಗೆ ಲಸಿಕೆಯನ್ನು ನೀಡಲಾಯಿತು. 

Glowin Star Accademy and Manasa Special School had a joint programme on 21^st January 2017 at Manasa

32 students and 20 teachers of Glowin Star, Ambalpady, Udupi had a twinning programme with Manasa Special Children and Staff members from 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m. . Dr. Thomas Quadros, Correspondent and founder of Glowin Star Academy graced the occasion. 

Managing Trustee along with other trustees welcomed  Rev. R. Jephrin Monis by offering a garland. He went through the campus and appreciated the efforts of Management and staff. We have taken this opportunity to felicitate on behalf of Manasa School. Spiritual Director Rev. Fr. Ferdinand Gonsalves introduced Rev. Fr. Jephrin Monis and spoke about his contribution to Manasa for the last 20 years. In reply he expressed his gratitude to all those who were present on that occasion and wished the institution to grow and prosper in the years to come

The statue of St. Teresa of Kolkata (Mother Teresa) jointly sponsored by Mohammed Kizar Sheik Goodu of Hyderabad and his business partner Cyril Noronha in memory of his parents - Late Maurice Noronha and late Ezbel Noronha was blessed and installed in the inner premises of Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre, Pamboor, Padubelle on Monday, August 15.

In his message, Vinay Kumar Sorake said that he is very happy on being associated with the progress of the Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre. He recalled the financial help, though comparatively smaller amount, that he could render as the Member of the Parliament (MP) from the MP Development Fund when the institute was started way back in 1997. Speaking about Mother Teresa, Vinay Kumar Sorake said that because of the dedicated service of Mother Teresa towards the old and sick, the attention of the world has been drawn towards India and she was rightly honoured by awarding the Nobel Peace Prize. In the present scenario of intolerance and hatred, the message of selfless service to humanity of Mother Teresa should reach the society far and wide. Sorake also mentioned about the proclamation and dedication of St. Lawrence Minor Basilica at Attur-Karkala and said that it is the symbol of the contribution of Christian community in various fields. He appreciated the gesture of Mohammed Kizar Sheik Goodu and Cyril Noronha in sponsoring the statue of Mother Teresa to Manasa and pointed out that it is the best example of communal harmony and good will.

Mrs. Veronica Cornelio in her address said that the felicitation function is the heart touching event. Mother Teresa had been a spiritual and moral guide to society and her example should remind one and all about their respective responsibilities towards other fellow human beings.

Mrs. Sunita Lobo, one of the former students of Manasa who had won gold medal in Paralympics was honoured along with her husband and child by Vinay Kumar Sorake.

Vinay Kumar Sorake felicitated the sponsors of the Statue of Mother Teresa- Mohammed Kizar Sheik Goodu and Cyril Noronha by offering them shawl, garland, fruit tray and miniature statues of Mother Teresa.

In his presidential address, Rev. Fr. Stany Tauro applauded Mohammed Kizar Sheik Goodu and Cyril Noronha for their generosity in sponsoring the statue of Mother Teresa. He also appreciated the Catholic Sabha of undivided Mangalore Diocese for conceptualizing and implementing such a project nearly 40 years ago and establishing Manasa Rehabilitiation and Training Centre at Pamboor and running it successfully in spite of many difficulties. Fr. Tauro thanked Vinay Kumar Sorake for his support and goodwill towards the institution.

Alwyn Rodrigues who had renovated the building of Manasa and Walter Pinto who had constructed the pedestal and enclosure for the statue of Mother Teresa were honoured by the students of the Manasa Special School.

The Master of Ceremonies, Alwyn Danti reminded the audience that Vinay Kumar Sorake not only provides financial assistance to Manasa every month, but was also instrumental in getting government grants to the institution since the last three years. Regarding the achievement s of the students of Manasa Special School Children, Alwyn Danti in a lighter vein said that while a large Indian contingent at the Rio Olympics is yet to win a medal, the students of Manasa Special School had won five Gold Medals, two Silver Medals and one Bronze Medal in the Paralympics held earlier. This year too four of the students have been chosen from the school to attend the Paralympics.

Earlier, Rev. Fr. Ferdinand Gonsalves had inaugurated the renovated building of the Manasa Special Children School and offered holy mass.

Dr. Thomas Quadros, one of the Trustees of Manasa proposed the vote of thanks. Rev. Fr. Mahesh D’Souza recited the grace before the meals. Lunch was served to all those who were present for the felicitation function.

At 11.30 am, in the presence of the sponsors and their families, office bearers and members of the Catholic Sabha, Udupi and Mangalore Pradesh, Trustees and well-wishers of the Manasa Institute, Principal, staff and students of Manasa Special School and Pamboor parishioners, the statue of Mother Teresa was unveiled and Rev. Fr. Stany Tauro, Parish Priest of Our Lady of Health Church, Shirva and Vicar Forane of Shirva Varado blessed and dedicated the pedestal and the statue of Mother Teresa to the Manasa Rehabilitation and Training Centre.

Rev. Fr. Stany Tauro presided over the felicitation function that followed soon after the blessing and installation of the statue of Mother Teresa. Vinay Kumar Sorake-Ex Minister Urban Development, Government of Karnataka and MLA of Kaup Constituency was the chief guest. Guests of honour included: Mrs. Veronica Cornelio-President, Karnataka Soap and Detergent5 Ltd., Mrs. Gracy Gosalves-Depurty Director of Women and Children Welfare Department, Manipal, Rev. Fr. Ferdinand Gonsalves-Spiritual Director, Catholic Sabha, Udupi Pradesh, Rev. Fr. Mahesh D’Souza-Principal of Don Bosco High School, Shirva, Wilson Rodrigues-Udupi Zilla Panchayat member, Mohammed Kizar Sheik Goodu and Cyril Noronha-Sponsors of the statue of Mother Teresa. Other dignitaries on the dais included Valerian Fernandes-President of Catholic Sabha, Udupi Pradesh, Anil Lobo Fermai-President of Catholic Sabha, Mangalore Pradesh and Trustees of Manasa including Dr. Thomas Quadros. Besides these, administrators of Manasa- Henry Menezes (President), Irwin D’Souza (Secretary)), Elroy Kiran Crasto (Treasurer), Sr. Ancilla Fernandes (Principal) and Joseph Noronha (Administrator) were also on the dais.
The felicitation function began with the prayer song followed by a dance glorifying the Independence Day by the students of the Manasa Special School.

Following the welcome address by Rev. Fr. Ferdinand Gonsalves, Vinaya Kumar Sorake was honoured by Rev. Fr. Stany Tauro for his sustained support to the Manasa Institution. It may be recalled that Vinay Kumar Sorake had celebrated his birthday recently along with the students and staff of the Manasa Special School. Mrs. Veronica Cornelio was also felicitated during this occasion.