ISS News

21 / May / 2023

INDUCTION CEREMONY

The induction ceremony of the new school management committee members (SMC) was held on Friday, 19^th May 2023 at Indian School Salalah.  The objective of the event was to formally induct the new members of school management committee as well as to honour the staff members for their long and meritorious services at Indian School Salalah and to felicitate the teachers for their outstanding contribution in academic achievements at school.

The event was presided over by the Director In charges of Indian School Salalah, Board of Directors, Indian Schools in Oman - Mr.Sirajudeen Nhehlat and Mr.Ambalavanan, along with the gracious presence of the incoming president of SMC, Dr.Abubacker Siddique, Dr.Syed Ahsan Jamil, the ex-President of SMC, other ex-esteemed members of SMC as well as the new SMC members, Mr. Rassal Mohammed, President, SMC, Indian School Thumrait, Mr.Rakhesh Jha, President, Indian Social Club, Salalah, Mr.Sanathanan, Consular Agent, Indian Embassy, Salalah and other dignitaries.

Dr.Muhamed Yousoof, convenor, SMC extended a formal welcome to the honourable guests. Mr.Deepak Patankar, the Principal of Indian School Salalah along with the Chief Guests and other dignitaries lighted the auspicious Lamp of knowledge. Dr.Shaji.P.Sreedhar, Treasurer, SMC introduced the chief guests to the audience.

Mr.Sirajudeen Nhehlat, Director in Charge of Indian School Salalah, Board of Directors, Indian Schools in Oman, during his address urged the members of SMC to work together as a team, use their skills and effort collectively to make a positive change and play a crucial role in making the ISS – a hub of academic excellence. The DIC also commended Dr.Syed Ahsan Jamil for his exceptional commitment towards the school especially during the challenging times of Covid 19 and requested him to continue being part of the school community. He expressed his warm wishes to the new president of the SMC Dr.Abubacker Siddique and his team.

Mr.Ambalavanan A.P., Director in Charge of Indian School Salalah, Board of Directors, Indian Schools in Oman, highlighted that the School Management committee plays a pivotal role in the development of the school and hence the SMC members must understand their roles and responsibilities in imparting their duties impartially. He also added that teachers play a significant role and wished teachers to continue their good work of enlightening the society

The Chief guests of the day Dr. Sirajudeen Nhelat DIC and Mr. Ambalavanan A.P. DIC, Dr.Abubacker Siddique President of SMC, Indian School Salalah along with the Principal Mr.Deepak Patankar felicitated Dr.Syed Ahsan Jamil with a memento and a shawl for his outstanding leadership and yeomen service to Indian School Salalah as the president of the school management committee.

Dr.Syed Ahsan Jamil expressed his happiness that the school got NABET accreditation during his tenure and whole heartedly thanked his colleagues in SMC, Principal and teachers for all their support and cooperation. He expressed his sincere hope that under the stewardship of the new President Dr.Aboubacker Siddique, the school will reach great heights.

Mr.Deepak Patankar, Principal, Indian School Salalah formally welcomed and introduced the new President of the school management committee. Dr.Abubacker Siddique, in his address thanked the chief guests Mr.Sirajudeen Nhehlat and Mr.Ambalavanan DICs, for the trust and confidence in his abilities. He promised to work tirelessly for the betterment of the institution along with his team. He will try to create a learning environment with strong values providing high quality education to all the students regardless of their background with the support of the SMC and the school administration team members. Dr.Siddique, while wishing farewell to Dr.Syed Ahsan Jamil, acknowledged his immense contribution and unwavering commitment towards the growth of the school.

The new office bearers of School management committee Yaser Mohammed M.V Vice President, Dr. Muhammed Yousoof, Convener, Dr.Shaji.P.Sreedhar, Treasurer, Mr. Mr. Mohammed Jabir Shariff, Dr.Shariq Mohammed and Mr.Arunraj members of SMC were introduced by Principal and they were presented with the badges by the chief guests and Principal. The newly inducted members promised to discharge their duties faithfully and honestly and take the school to great heights of excellence.

At this solemn occasion, Staff members of Indian School Salalah who have completed thirty, twenty five, twenty, fifteen and ten years of service were felicitated by the DICs  with mementoes and gold coins for their long and meritorious service -  for serving the school with utmost sincerity and dedication.

Teaching is a promise to excel and set a benchmark in education. Many teachers who worked towards their students securing centum in X&XII CBSE Board exams 2021-22 were awarded gold coins and certificates by DICs. The DICs, President, SMC members and Principal expressed their gratitude to the teachers for being the positive influence on the students and for their dedication and compassion to the students. It was truly a great moment for the teachers of Indian School Salalah witnessing their colleagues’ exemplary service and contribution being recognized by the SMC.

Ms.Bindukala, Ms.Deepthi Unnithan (Music teachers)  and Ms.Sowmya (Parent) captivated   the audience through their soulful voices. The ceremony came to an end with vote of thanks proposed by Mr. Yasser Mohammed M V, Vice president, SMC.