05/11/2023, SUN
#Greenwood Group of Schools, Warangal
On the evening of November 5, 2023, the prestigious Greenwood High School, Hasanparty, Hanumakonda was adorned with an air of significance as it played host to a momentous event‘Felicitation to Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran, IPS’. The occasion was to felicitate one of their own students, Mr. Pattipaka Sai Kiran, a former student who had achieved the notable feat of being selected for the prestigious Indian Police Services (IPS) through the Civil Services Examination(UPSC) conducted by the Government of India.
Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran, an alumnus of the 2007-08 SSC batch of Greenwood High School, was felicitated for his remarkable achievement in this grand event attended by teachers, classmates, friends, and well-wishers.
The distinguished guest for this special gathering was the esteemed director of Greenwood Group of Schools Sri. Dr. G. Bharadwaja Naidu, who graced the event as the chief guest. With heart full of pride, extended his felicitation to his accomplished student, Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran IPS, who had once walked the hallowed halls of his school.
The program saw the presence of honourable Mr. Yellappa Naidu father of Sri. Dr. G. Bharadwaja Naidu, Mr. P. Komurelli the father of Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran, the Greenwood General Manager Mr. A. Prabhu Kumar, Academic Principal Mr. V. V. V. Naveen Kumar, Administrative Principal Mr. T. Pawan Kumar, Vice Principal Mr. V. Suresh Kumar, and Chief Financial Officer Mr. Shaik Rabbani.
Event Highlights:
Warm Welcome: The felicitation ceremony began with a warm welcome to Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran IPS by the school honourable director and principals, teachers, and the organizing committee. The dias was beautifully decorated with banners and posters showcasing Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran’s journey from Greenwood High School to becoming an IPS officer. As a mark of appreciation and honor, students lovingly showered him with flowers, further elevating the sense of celebration and pride that enveloped the entire event.
A. Abhilasha from the 10th grade skillfully steered the program, including the welcoming of guests to the dais. Subsequently, the microphone was passed to the principal Mr. V.V.V. Naveen Kumar to deliver his welcome speech and to continue leading the program.
Principal’s Welcome Speech: The Academic Principal Mr. V.V.V. Naveen Kumar extended a warm welcome to attendees and congratulated Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran, former student (2007-08 SSC batch), for his remarkable achievement as an IPS officer.
The speech emphasized the transformative power of education and the school’s pride in Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran’s success, offering inspiration to current students.
The principal encouraged all students to pursue their dreams with determination acquiring necessary skills like communication skills in English and knowledge in various subjects so as to succeed in their career.
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Interaction and Inspirational Speech: The event provided a platform for Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran to connect with the teachers and students. It was a nostalgic moment as he shared his memories and discussed the journey from school days to the present. And he also delivered an inspirational speech where he shared the challenges he faced in his journey, and the importance of education in shaping his career after having a vibrant and captivating interaction with the teachers and students.
He encouraged the current students to dream big and work hard to achieve their goals. To the students in the audience, he imparted words of wisdom, emphasizing that every student at Greenwood School had the potential to excel not only in academics but also in life. He underscored the importance of meticulous planning and unwavering perseverance. When questioned about his choice to pursue civil services, he revealed that after achieving success in the Common Admission Test (CAT) and securing a spot at the prestigious Indian Institute of Management (IIM), he felt that he had enough potential to crack Civil Services and serve the nation, which led him to pursue civil services.
He graciously fielded numerous questions from the inquisitive students and teachers reminiscing about his own school days and expressing heartfelt gratitude to their teachers and the entire Greenwood School family.
Addressing the audience, the star of the evening, Mr. Pattipaka Sai Kiran, shared his heartfelt sentiments. He vividly recalled his years at Greenwood High School, where he received education from 7th to 10th grade.
He emphasized the valuable lessons in discipline, respect for teachers, and the art of seeking knowledge from his fellow students that he had imbibed during his formative years at the school.
Gratitude flowed from his heart as he acknowledged the unwavering support and guidance of his teachers, the school management, and, in particular, the Director, Sri. Dr. G. Bharadwaja Naidu. He expressed his deep appreciation for his parents, who had made the crucial decision to enroll him in Greenwood High School, setting him on the path to a bright future.
Director’s Speech: In his speech, Sri. Dr. G. Bharadwaja Naidu, the director of Greenwood Group of Schools, praised Mr. Sai Kiran’s discipline and dedication during his time as a student. He highlighted the significant achievement of Mr. Sai Kiran, who had now become an IPS officer, a testament to the excellent education provided at Greenwood High School.
He expressed his immense joy at seeing his student reach such great heights and encouraged current students to be inspired by Mr.Sai Kiran’s journey and strive for success in the civil services.
Mr. G. Yellappa Naidu, during his speech, threw light upon the important role played by the education in a person’s life to succeed and he also congratulated Mr. Sai Kiran on his success.
Felicitation and Honors: Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran was honored with garland, a memento and a shawl by the school director Sri. Dr. G. Bharadwaja Naidu, symbolizing the respect and admiration the school community had for his accomplishments and as a symbol of his appreciation and high hopes for his future, which is bound to see him in elevated positions of service.
Mr. P. Komurelli, father of Mr. Sai Kiran was also felicitated by being garlanded and draped with a shawl by the school director during the event, who later, in his speech, expressed his satisfaction for getting his son educated at Greenwood High School and thanked its management for providing good education for his son at school level which paved way for him to reach great heights in his career.
Conclusion: The felicitation celebration of Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran, IPS, was a heartwarming event that celebrated the achievements of an accomplished alumnus from Greenwood High School. His journey from a school student to an IPS officer inspired everyone present, and the event served as a reminder of the incredible potential of education and determination.
Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran success story will undoubtedly motivate the current and future students of Greenwood High School to strive for greatness and pursue their dreams.
The event came to a close with a sense of pride and admiration for Mr. Pathipaka Sai Kiran’s accomplishments, and it left everyone with the belief that with hard work and dedication, they too can achieve their goals and make make everyone proud. The event was marked by a sense of nostalgia, gratitude, and a shared determination to continue the legacy of excellence.
Report by: G. Krishna Rao (Teacher of English)
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