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
Photos of Silver Jubilee celebration
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
Manasa Children succeed in S.S.L.C.
Congratulations to the students and the teachers who trained them.
Silver jubilee of Manasa Rehailatation and traig centre was inaugurated on 25-11-22022
--
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
76th
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’
S. No.
|
Name
|
Event
|
Place& Date
|
1
|
Arel Shanon D’souza
|
Foot Ball
|
Gandhinagar, Gujrat on
21.06.2022
|
2
|
Saideep Shetty
|
Table Tennis
|
Faridabad, Haryana on 15.07.2022
|
3
|
Varun Shettigar
|
Roller Skating
|
Bokaro , Jharkhand on
28.07.2022
|
4
|
Manish
|
Basket Ball
|
Puducherry on 08.07.2022
|
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!
We are happy to inform that we are
organizing 'Autism awareness Program' in association with Udupi District
administration on 14.11.2018 (on our 21st Founders Day) for the benefit
of Officials of District Health , Education and Child Welfare. The
program will be inaugurated by Most Rev. Dr. Peter Paul Saldanha, Bishop
of Mangalore Diocese and the Chief Guests are District Commissioner
Udupi and CEO Zilla Panchayat Udupi.
We are attaching invitation.
Thank you and regards
Henry Menezes
Managing TrusteeManasa Rehabilitation & Training Centre
Pamboor, Paddubelle, Udupi - 574116
Tel:-0820-2559797, Mob: 8277219523
Teachers Day was
celebrated at Manasa Special School, Pamboor on 4th Sep. 2018. The
function was presided over by Mr. Rolphy D’costa, President, Catholic
Sabha, Mangalore Pradesh and Trustee of Manasa. There dignitaries
included Mr. Henry Menezes, President Manasa, Dr. Edward Lobo, Mr.
Joseph Noronha, Mr. Simon D’souza, Trustees of Manasa and Mrs. Celine
Karkada, President Manasa PTA. Mr. Rolphy D’costa in his speech
congratulated all the teachers and stressed their importance in building
up the character of students and shape them to become an ideal human
being.
Mrs. Celine Karkada was felicitated in the function for her victory in recently held Udupi City Muncipal Council Election.
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.
Dr.
Sahana Maben, explained the purpose with introductory remarks. Mr. Henry
Menezes President of Manasa welcomed the gathering and Mrs. Muriel Premalatha proposed
the vote of thanks. Mrs. Prabha special teacher compered the program.
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 9th to 11th November 2017
A
3 day program was organised at Manasa campus to commemorate 20th
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 5th 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
9th 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
10th 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 10th std
public exam as this facility is already given to the 10th 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 20th 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 10th and 11th 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 20th 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 7th 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 71st 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 3rd 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
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.
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 21st 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.