Patriotic Fervor Marks Republic Day Celebrations at Jacob Matric Higher Secondary School
Jacob Matric Higher Secondary School, Periyakuppam celebrated India’s 77th Republic Day with a grand display of patriotism and social awareness. The event, organized by Honourable Chairman Dr. Adv. J. Y. James Jayaraj, Principal Mrs. Joyce Maria, and the Department of Social Science, focused on honouring the nation’s past while addressing modern challenges.
The morning began with a prayer by Mrs. Gladies Luie, Senior Vice Principal, followed by the hoisting of the National Flag by Mrs. Vidya Sankaran, Senior Vice Principal of the Manavalanagar Branch.
Highlights of the Event:
- Cultural Tribute: Kindergarteners charmed the audience dressed as national leaders and freedom fighters.
- Physical Discipline: Students performed a synchronized mass drill and an impressive pyramid formation.
- Social Awareness: A highlight of the day was a compelling mime performance addressing the rising mobile addiction among the new generation. The act poignantly depicted the need for self-control and a return to real-world engagement.
- Oratory: Students delivered speeches on the importance of the Constitution and the duty of the youth in the digital age.
The celebration concluded with a call to the students to balance technological advancement with personal discipline and national responsibility.
