Media Release Mangaluru, Dec 25: The joyous spirit of Christmas was celebrated with grandeur and devotion at Mount Carmel Central School, on December 23. The festive programme by the students of grade VI C and D commenced with an elegant introduction by the emcees, who eloquently set the tone for the event, emphasizing the magic, joy and essence of Christmas. The celebration began with a soulful prayer service led by the students, invoking divine blessings on the management, staff, students and the entire world.

This was followed by a melodious Christmas carol sung by the school choir, lifting the festive spirits. A graceful welcome dance showcasing traditional hospitality captured the hearts of the audience. A heartfelt welcome was extended to all by Sarah Menezes Prabhu, followed by the symbolic presentation of a flower sapling to the esteemed chief guest, Royston Joseph D’Souza, PTEC member, by the principal Sr Melissa as a token of love and appreciation.

The event continued with a series of enlightening speeches delivered by students Rion Britto, Chris Rebello, Sanyam Nayak, Rion D’Silva eloquently reflecting on the true significance of Christmas. Their words emphasized the themes of hope, peace, generosity, and love. A vivid portrayal of Christmas symbols with a spectacular fashion show, including the star, angel, Christmas tree, candle etc beautifully illustrated the timeless traditions of the season.

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