“Some people come into our lives and quickly go, some stay for a while and leave footprints on our hearts and we are never, ever the same.”
Good evening, respected principal, headmaster and headmistress, dear parents and teachers, my juniors and of course my handsome and gorgeous classmates.
As I look at those trees swaying gently in the breeze tonight, I’m reminded of the times, I would watch them dreamily from class, contemplating on whether I should do that particularly dangerous sum on the board or join in the ‘diving-for-food’ syndrome which was particularly catching in the back-benches.
It is quite hard to forget the way I entered as an awed toddler, staring at the pink building (which has now been painted white) that was to be my home during the day.
The first day of school was enough to realize that my entire childhood will be glorious mostly because of FAPS.
FAPS… Family, Achievers, Principles and Sharing. This is what FAPS means to me. The entire school is a big, happy family, where everyone is willing to help each other. I guess it’s because of that special unbreakable ‘Fapsian’ bond between the students. Anyone can recognize a Fapsian a mile away. That cheerful disposition, a bright smile that lights up the eyes and a kind and helpful nature.
Each of us in this school is an achiever. It may not have to be only in academics or in sports (although we do have more than enough achievers striking gold in those fields). No, I’m talking about the little achievements we make everyday. Whether it is to bring a smile to a teary face or to help a friend in that mind-boggling assignment or even to own up honestly for having thrown a paper ball at the teacher when she wasn’t looking. It always depends upon the person’s overall personality. I shall never forget our Principal, Mr. Browne’s wise words, “If a student leaves my institution, a disciplined and well-behaved individual who is although not at all god in academics, I will be happy because I know I have done my job well.” Once you are a disciplined person, I think everything else follows. It is just a matter of time, and these are the principles instilled in us in FAPS, where we learn to be good human beings.
Whether it is from sharing class notes to sharing a Bar One, stealthily eaten in class to sharing personal joys and sorrows, there’s always a hand or ear ready to be lent. Sharing. It’s a quality that defines FAPS.
I learnt the value of my school motto. Courage is indeed Destiny. If one did not ignite that fire in the soul to win, to succeed, and to make something of his /her life and to be unafraid in the bargain, ready to keep trying even after failure after failure. That is courage and that will take one far in love and shape his fate or destiny.
I also learnt to be happy. Happy in whatever I did – taking pleasure in little things – helping a junior, lending a hand, listening – It wasn’t difficult. Being rewarded for hard work, making other people laugh. I learnt to be content with whatever I had.
I think we all know why we’re here. Although the last statement sounds mighty stupid, I’ll still stay, “This is our big night!” The last time some of us stood here draped in a white sari or wearing a tie, we knew we were coming back. Nothing could pull us away from beloved FAPS. But now…we have no choice.
The truth has sunk in at last. No more will we see the faces of our classmates greeting us every morning. No more the tantalizing smell of a friend’s chicken curry or puri-chana in class. Will we ever again be able to bully our juniors or at the same be treated generously by them? There are too many things to miss about FAPS and its inhabitants.
The friendly banter between teacher and student. Sharing juicy class gossip with no…not each other but with teachers. Sneaking into the Physics lab to receive a slice of cake left over after the staff birthday parties. No more will Mrs. Thomas give us girls tips on how to lose weight or listen to Dr. Krishna Rao’s patient lectures.
I could go on for hours listing out memories that are just pouring out of my mind but that can be as easily stored away again. Beautiful memories, happy ones, sad ones, unbearable ones. All a part and parcel of school life. Will I ever panic at the sight of a Math paper? Yes, of course, but will I ever look around and see familiar faces like my own and feel comforted by the thought that I’m not the only one who doesn’t know anything? I don’t think so.
Friends who comfort me not with words but silent companionship are the ones I can find only in FAPS. Teachers who share a great relationship with us based on trust and respect, who always know that you haven’t understood that particular theory can be found only in FAPS. A jolly principal who earns respect so easily, an understanding headmaster and a wonderful and kind headmistress can all be found at FAPS.
My classmates and I have a lot of people to thank for making our childhood such hours of happy abandonment… well…not exactly abandonment, but let’s say they were golden days.
First, our families, that dear octopus from whose tentacles we never quite escape or, in our inmost hearts, ever quite wish to. Our parents, who have put us in this great establishment, supported us, watched us grow from tiny toddlers to young independent people, always there for us when we needed them, putting up with our temper tantrums and mood swings, protecting us and allowing us to understand the mistakes we’ve committed. Thank you, dear parents. Thank you very much.
Secondly, to our teachers, who have nurtured and mould us into what we are now. We know you enjoyed every second you spent teaching us despite the fact we loved torturing you. We will miss every one of you sirs and ma’ams who left an indelible mark on us.
Lastly, we have to thank each other. You all are the friends I will always keep close to my heart. Every one of you is a gift I have given myself. I enjoyed every minute of our last days…our last lunch assembly, morning assembly, last half day, the last time we could ever eat freely in class, our last fest, picnic, and music competition…
I don’t think I’ll ever be able to see another class of such foodies. I’ll never be able to see the guys scrambling for food at a corner of the classroom while Mrs. Sita Lakshmi is turned to the board and us girls screaming from the other corner, “Pass some here, pass some here!!” I’m going to miss you.
I’m going to miss gazing at those trees swaying in the wind one cool summer afternoon and trying to decipher a Chemistry equation. I’m going to miss that smell of house spirit on Sports Day.
FAPS, to me, has been my small world, my own realm where I’ve grown as an individual, prepared and groomed for the biggest examination, the toughest test outside this haven – life. We all know one thing, that when we leave this safe haven, we’ll leave a part of ourselves here only to be greeted when we come back for every special occasion of FAPS or to see our juniors or even if we pass FAPS from outside.
Before I step offstage, please allow me to quote some phrases that will help us in life generally.
® There are always two choices, two paths to take. One is easy and its only reward is that it’s easy.
® Kindness in words creates confidence
Kindness in thinking creates profoundness
Kindness in giving creates love
® Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle.
® In the long run, the sharpest weapon of all is a kind and gentle spirit.
® Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.
® Having a dream isn’t stupid; it’s not having a dream that’s stupid.
® The heart of a fool is in his mouth but the mouth of a wise man is in his heart.
® Life is a succession of lessons which must be lived to be understood.
® Obstacles are those frightful things that you see when you take your eyes off your goal.
® People who say it cannot be done should not interrupt those who are doing it.
Thank you for being such a patient audience. Good luck to all of us.
“Youth is like diamonds shining in the sun
And diamonds are forever.”
Good evening, respected principal, headmaster and headmistress, dear parents and teachers, my juniors and of course my handsome and gorgeous classmates.
As I look at those trees swaying gently in the breeze tonight, I’m reminded of the times, I would watch them dreamily from class, contemplating on whether I should do that particularly dangerous sum on the board or join in the ‘diving-for-food’ syndrome which was particularly catching in the back-benches.
It is quite hard to forget the way I entered as an awed toddler, staring at the pink building (which has now been painted white) that was to be my home during the day.
The first day of school was enough to realize that my entire childhood will be glorious mostly because of FAPS.
FAPS… Family, Achievers, Principles and Sharing. This is what FAPS means to me. The entire school is a big, happy family, where everyone is willing to help each other. I guess it’s because of that special unbreakable ‘Fapsian’ bond between the students. Anyone can recognize a Fapsian a mile away. That cheerful disposition, a bright smile that lights up the eyes and a kind and helpful nature.
Each of us in this school is an achiever. It may not have to be only in academics or in sports (although we do have more than enough achievers striking gold in those fields). No, I’m talking about the little achievements we make everyday. Whether it is to bring a smile to a teary face or to help a friend in that mind-boggling assignment or even to own up honestly for having thrown a paper ball at the teacher when she wasn’t looking. It always depends upon the person’s overall personality. I shall never forget our Principal, Mr. Browne’s wise words, “If a student leaves my institution, a disciplined and well-behaved individual who is although not at all god in academics, I will be happy because I know I have done my job well.” Once you are a disciplined person, I think everything else follows. It is just a matter of time, and these are the principles instilled in us in FAPS, where we learn to be good human beings.
Whether it is from sharing class notes to sharing a Bar One, stealthily eaten in class to sharing personal joys and sorrows, there’s always a hand or ear ready to be lent. Sharing. It’s a quality that defines FAPS.
I learnt the value of my school motto. Courage is indeed Destiny. If one did not ignite that fire in the soul to win, to succeed, and to make something of his /her life and to be unafraid in the bargain, ready to keep trying even after failure after failure. That is courage and that will take one far in love and shape his fate or destiny.
I also learnt to be happy. Happy in whatever I did – taking pleasure in little things – helping a junior, lending a hand, listening – It wasn’t difficult. Being rewarded for hard work, making other people laugh. I learnt to be content with whatever I had.
I think we all know why we’re here. Although the last statement sounds mighty stupid, I’ll still stay, “This is our big night!” The last time some of us stood here draped in a white sari or wearing a tie, we knew we were coming back. Nothing could pull us away from beloved FAPS. But now…we have no choice.
The truth has sunk in at last. No more will we see the faces of our classmates greeting us every morning. No more the tantalizing smell of a friend’s chicken curry or puri-chana in class. Will we ever again be able to bully our juniors or at the same be treated generously by them? There are too many things to miss about FAPS and its inhabitants.
The friendly banter between teacher and student. Sharing juicy class gossip with no…not each other but with teachers. Sneaking into the Physics lab to receive a slice of cake left over after the staff birthday parties. No more will Mrs. Thomas give us girls tips on how to lose weight or listen to Dr. Krishna Rao’s patient lectures.
I could go on for hours listing out memories that are just pouring out of my mind but that can be as easily stored away again. Beautiful memories, happy ones, sad ones, unbearable ones. All a part and parcel of school life. Will I ever panic at the sight of a Math paper? Yes, of course, but will I ever look around and see familiar faces like my own and feel comforted by the thought that I’m not the only one who doesn’t know anything? I don’t think so.
Friends who comfort me not with words but silent companionship are the ones I can find only in FAPS. Teachers who share a great relationship with us based on trust and respect, who always know that you haven’t understood that particular theory can be found only in FAPS. A jolly principal who earns respect so easily, an understanding headmaster and a wonderful and kind headmistress can all be found at FAPS.
My classmates and I have a lot of people to thank for making our childhood such hours of happy abandonment… well…not exactly abandonment, but let’s say they were golden days.
First, our families, that dear octopus from whose tentacles we never quite escape or, in our inmost hearts, ever quite wish to. Our parents, who have put us in this great establishment, supported us, watched us grow from tiny toddlers to young independent people, always there for us when we needed them, putting up with our temper tantrums and mood swings, protecting us and allowing us to understand the mistakes we’ve committed. Thank you, dear parents. Thank you very much.
Secondly, to our teachers, who have nurtured and mould us into what we are now. We know you enjoyed every second you spent teaching us despite the fact we loved torturing you. We will miss every one of you sirs and ma’ams who left an indelible mark on us.
Lastly, we have to thank each other. You all are the friends I will always keep close to my heart. Every one of you is a gift I have given myself. I enjoyed every minute of our last days…our last lunch assembly, morning assembly, last half day, the last time we could ever eat freely in class, our last fest, picnic, and music competition…
I don’t think I’ll ever be able to see another class of such foodies. I’ll never be able to see the guys scrambling for food at a corner of the classroom while Mrs. Sita Lakshmi is turned to the board and us girls screaming from the other corner, “Pass some here, pass some here!!” I’m going to miss you.
I’m going to miss gazing at those trees swaying in the wind one cool summer afternoon and trying to decipher a Chemistry equation. I’m going to miss that smell of house spirit on Sports Day.
FAPS, to me, has been my small world, my own realm where I’ve grown as an individual, prepared and groomed for the biggest examination, the toughest test outside this haven – life. We all know one thing, that when we leave this safe haven, we’ll leave a part of ourselves here only to be greeted when we come back for every special occasion of FAPS or to see our juniors or even if we pass FAPS from outside.
Before I step offstage, please allow me to quote some phrases that will help us in life generally.
® There are always two choices, two paths to take. One is easy and its only reward is that it’s easy.
® Kindness in words creates confidence
Kindness in thinking creates profoundness
Kindness in giving creates love
® Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a harder battle.
® In the long run, the sharpest weapon of all is a kind and gentle spirit.
® Those who bring sunshine into the lives of others cannot keep it from themselves.
® Having a dream isn’t stupid; it’s not having a dream that’s stupid.
® The heart of a fool is in his mouth but the mouth of a wise man is in his heart.
® Life is a succession of lessons which must be lived to be understood.
® Obstacles are those frightful things that you see when you take your eyes off your goal.
® People who say it cannot be done should not interrupt those who are doing it.
Thank you for being such a patient audience. Good luck to all of us.
“Youth is like diamonds shining in the sun
And diamonds are forever.”
2 comments:
So in the end ur tyring to say FAPS SUCKS !!!!1ahahahahaa
hmmmmm... poor u... u dont seem to understand plain english also :(
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