The second phase of Avenir 2019 was concluded with the motivational address by Prof. L.S. Ganesh, renowned academician and former Dean of IIT Madras, on 10th October 2019 at Indian School Al Seeb.
Dr. Baby Sam Saamuel, Chairman – Board of Directors, Indian Schools Oman presided over the event as the Chief Guest. Members of the Board of Directors, School Management Committees, Teachers, parents and students from different Indian Schools attended the programme.
The highlight of the day was the motivational speech by Prof. L.S. Ganesh who underscored the significance of self-discipline to be successful in life. He emphasized on the importance of time management with examples from his own life. He asserted that discipline is the key to success and advised the students to adhere to principles and values that make better humans for society.
The event began with a message by Mr. AjitPanicker, Director in Charge of Indian School Al Seeb. He welcomed the august gathering and highlighted how the large number of students who participated in the Avenir benefited from the career guidance talks organized as part the event. Avenir 2019 provided a platform to the students to get themselves acquainted with myriads of educational opportunities available with renowned universities and also gave an insight into the relevance of Artificial Intelligence in the modern world.
The day’s programme included a harmonious rendition of theme Song by the school choir and an enchanting cultural display ‘Shape Your destiny’ portraying various phases of school life.The vital objective of the event was to facilitate the students with the dissemination of information about employment and higher education opportunities and to enkindle their minds with diversified fields and motivate them to choose the course of their interest and calibre.
Prof. L.S. Ganesh addressed the teachers of different Indian Schools the next day. He discussed the challenges of a teacher in the new educational scenario and spoke about the significant role of teachers in moulding the young to become responsible global citizens.