SHARING
THE ST.MARY’S FAMILY NEWSLETTER
Winter 2010

As we draw to the end of another blissful year, memories of the passing year comes to the mind.
It was not just another year- it was a special year - a year that brought many happy moments that we treasure for years to come.
Years ago, when we started, we began with a vision that saw us playing a major role in chiseling the remarkable talent and nobility of character in the children of the neighborhood.
We began with the mission to give the child much more than just lessons in the books– we endeavored to give her wings…so that she could learn to fly. We strived to ignite a flame within the soul of child with a passion to learn and grow - to never give up and always be willing to try.
Inspired with the zeal, we forged ahead, year after year, giving our very best to every child that passed through the portals of St. Mary’s. Many have found their niche in the world today. No wonder so many of our students return year after to thank their alma mater for the schooling they received here.
Every morning , when I address the assembly of shinning and happy faces , a feeling comes over me; that very kids standing before me this lovely morning are unique persons in their In each I envision a Ratan Tata, a Saina Nehwal or Bill Gates….. and I say to myself “What a Wonderful; World!

The year that was: -
The extended holidays due to the extremity of weather, the elections and so on, hampered the regular flow of activities. Yet in spite of all this, we did manage to complete the courses and carry on extra-curricular activities such as painting, Rakhi-making contests and Christmas card making etc.

Last Saturday, the children of Playland and St. Mary’s went on an educational tour. We visited the Parle Biscuit factory in Patna City. The children thoroughly enjoyed the trip. They saw the process in the making of the Parle-G biscuit, right from the mixing of ingredient to the packing in the state of art factory. A film show was also arranged on the history of the Parle family. “It was a wonderful trip…we enjoyed ourselves!” quipped one of the students.



Newsmakers:

Shivam Sai Gupta of Class VIII has the distinction of being the youngest video game creator in India. His game Project Fateh under the UTV banner is now on the net [projectfateh.com].


St. Mary’s Tutorials :
Like previous years, our coaching program this year, attracted a large number of students from various schools of Patna, preparing for the entrance examination in leading public boarding schools in India. All our candidates were successful and have been selected in schools of their choice.















The Heart of a Teacher by Paula Fox
The child arrives like a mystery box…
with puzzle pieces inside
some of the pieces are broken or missing…
and others just seem to hide

But the HEART of a teacher can sort them out…
and help the child to see
the potential for greatness he has within…
a picture of what he can be

Her goal isn’t just to teach knowledge…
by filling the box with more parts
it’s putting the pieces together…
and creating a work of art

The process is painfully slow at times…
some need more help than others
each child is a work in progress…
with assorted shapes and colors

First she creates a classroom…
where the child can feel safe in school
where he never feels threatened or afraid to try…
and kindness is always the rule

She knows that a child
can achieve much more
when he feels secure inside
when he’s valued and loved…
and believes in himself
…and he has a sense of pride

She models and teaches good character…
and respect for one another
how to focus on strengths…not weaknesses
and how to encourage each other

She gives the child the freedom he needs…
to make choices on his own
so he learns to become more responsible…
and is able to stand alone

He’s taught to be strong and think for him…
as his soul and spirit heal
and the puzzle that’s taking shape inside…
has a much more positive feel

The child discovers the joy that comes…
from learning something new…
and his vision grows as he begins
to see all the things that he can do

A picture is formed as more pieces fit…
an image of the child within
with greater strength and confidence…
and a belief that he can win!

All because a hero was there…
in the HEART of a teacher who cared
enabling the child to become much more…
than he ever imagined…or dared

A teacher with a HEART for her children…
knows what teaching is all about
she may not have all the answers…
but on this…she has no doubt

When asked which subjects she loved to teach,
she answered this way and smiled…
“It’s not the subjects that matter…
It’s all about teaching the CHILD.


The Management and Staff of St. Mary’s Primary School wish and Your Family A Happy Christmas and Joy filled New Year

May God grant you always...
A sunbeam to warm you,
a moonbeam to charm you,
a sheltering Angel so nothing can harm you.
Laughter to cheer you.
Faithful friends near you.
And whenever you pray,
Heaven to hear you.