RUZAIK FAROOK
COLOMBO — The Old Girls’ Association (OGA) of Ananda Balika Vidyalaya, Maradana, Colombo, recently organised a ‘Back to School’ event at the school premises under the patronage of the schoolm Principal and OGA President, W.B.G. Kumuduni.
Around 750 students and 50 past teachers participated in the event, which brought together members of the school community to celebrate their shared memories and strengthen their ties with their alma mater.
The event was attended by OGA Vice Presidents Anuja de Silva and Srimathie Manike, Secretary Nayana Jayanetti, Assistant Secretary Dulmini Madara, Treasurer Surani Geethani, Assistant Treasurer Iresha Vindyani and other committee members.
Principal W.B.G. Kumuduni and former Principal Anoma Dahanayake hoisted the school and national flags, marking a significant moment in the proceedings.
Past pupils Dr Neelamani Rajapaksha and former Assistant Vice Principal Madhavi Dissanayaka, along with advisers Ruchira Costa, Janaranjani Liyanage and Shiromi Wijerathna, also graced the occasion.
The event featured entertainment by a DJ, as well as oriental and Western band performances by former members of the school bands, adding to the festive atmosphere.
The gathering provided a valuable opportunity for past teachers, students and old girls to reconnect with their school and celebrate the enduring bonds of the Ananda Balika Vidyalaya community.
