“Parting is such sweet sorrow.”

William Shakespeare.

 

Parle Tilak Vidyalaya English Medium School, Secondary Section, organised a warm retirement felicitation programme to honour Vandana Menon Teacher and Beena Godambe Teacher for their dedicated service and contribution to the school.

 

The occasion was also graced by Mrs Sunita Bhagwat, Headmistress of the Primary Section, and Mrs Urmila Bhende, Supervisor of the Primary Section.

 

Compered by Shashi Gupta Teacher, the programme opened with a verse from the Bhagavad Gita highlighting the value of knowledge.

 

Headmistress Mrs Smita Biwalkar addressed the gathering, appreciating their dedication and wishing them happiness in the years ahead. Kavita Kapoor Teacher and Hemant Phadke Sir also shared their thoughts and words of appreciation.

 

A special tribute by Supervisor Vinitha Nair, Smruti Mogrey Teacher, Khushi Kapadia Teacher and Nikita Singh Teacher celebrated the friendship, laughter, kindness and everyday moments shared with Vandana Teacher and Beena Teacher. Their presentation expressed the affection and gratitude of their colleagues.

 

Madhura Dabir Teacher added a musical touch with a song dedicated to the two teachers. Pritam Purav Sir then presented another song in their honour.

 

Vandana Teacher and Beena Teacher addressed the gathering and shared their reflections and memories. Their words added a personal touch to the occasion.

 

As tokens of love and appreciation, the mementoes were gifted to both teachers by Mrs Smita Biwalkar Madam, Mrs Vasundhara Pandey Madam and Mrs Vinitha Nair Madam. The mementoes were accompanied by beautiful greeting cards designed by Amit Palav Sir and Geetanjali Mahale Teacher. A beautiful poem composed by Mrs Vinitha Nair Madam especially for Vandana Teacher and Beena Teacher was also presented as a heartfelt tribute to their journey and contribution to the school.

 

The traditional oti bharne ceremony was performed by Minal Deo Teacher for Vandana Teacher and Swati Thakurdesai Teacher for Beena Teacher.

 

The programme concluded with a PowerPoint presentation prepared by Khushi Kapadia Teacher and Nikita Singh Teacher, which brought back cherished memories of both teachers and celebrated their journey in the school. This was followed by heartfelt wishes for their good health, happiness and fulfilment.

 

The occasion celebrated their service, creativity and kindness, and the lasting bonds they have formed within the school family.