austraLasia #2789
 
Dirty Hands, but clean heart’

Fr. Ambrose Pereira sdb
 
HENDERSON (Honiara, SI): 23 January 2010 -- About 140 parents and youth were present for the Parent-youth-teachers interaction held at Don Bosco on 22nd January, 2011.  The topic dealt with by School Board chairman, Collin Ruquebatu was: ‘Helping children achieve- amidst challenges’.
He highlighted some elements of student success and the challenges students face in society today, outlining tips that will assist parents and teachers guide their sons, daughters and students.
    Earlier, the school's Rector, Fr. Ambrose Pereira sdb, welcomed the gathering and encouraged the students to get their hands dirty, but have a clean heart and mind.  He stressed on qualities most needed in industry today, “Hard work, honesty, dedication, commitment and punctuality are most needed in the country today”, he said.  He appreciated the efforts of the Principal and the teachers to prepare the school for the new Academic Year 2011.  He also announced that scholarships will be awarded at the end of the year for those who have been excellent in their performance, attitude and behavior.
    Ms Camari Bainivalu, principal outlined the need for all the students to be clearly focused while they are at the Institute.  “The school will do its best to ensure that education takes place.  The parents and guardians should ensure that the child has the necessary ambient conducive to education”, she said.
    Don Bosco Technical Institute runs 5 full time courses and several short courses.  All courses are open to both boys and girls who are technically inclined and are ready to make a change.  
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