The setting up of the Carmel Alumni Student Association (CASA) was initiated by Sr. Nirmalini our dynamic Principal. Since its inception on 9th October 2004, CASA has made great progress.
CASA aims at uniting all the ex-Carmelites and enables them to relive the moments of their wonderful and joyous years in school. In the past few years, the members of CASA have been meeting quite often for discussing various issues of the school's interest.
Alumni batch of 1986
18th December 2011
The Silver Jubilee Alumni reunion for the 1985 and 1986 batches was held in the evening of 18th December 2011, in the school auditorium at the initiative of CASA president Sr. Nirmalini, the treasurer Ms Preeti Shenoy, and Mrs.Swati Roy an alumnus of the school. A total number of 57 alumni from various professions and cities in India and abroad had gathered to celebrate 25 years of passing out from their Alma-Mater. CASA had taken upon the responsibility to organize a reunion of teachers and students.
The programme started with a Bharatnatyam prayer dance by Satwiki Adla of class XI. Our respected Sr.Nirmalini addressed the gathering with a welcome speech and a presentation on the life of our Founder Mother Veronica. This was followed by a short movie on Carmel, presented by Swagatama of the 'Oracle Computer Club'.
A Maharashtrian 'Kumbedi' dance by the members of the Synergy Dance club was next, to be followed by Mrs. Swati Roy's nostalgic presentation the '86 batch.
The fun continued with solo singing by Rhea Gracis of class XI and a contemporary dance by the members of synergy dance club and ' Top of the world' sung by ' Heavy Musical Melody' a Western singing club of our school.
Mrs Anita Cherian addressed the gathering and organised a candle lighting in memory of departed staff members, students and non teaching staff. There was a session of Skype video chat with the alumni settled abroad, organized by Mrs Suchanda Sen of the computer department.
In a highly appreciated gesture the 1985 and 86 batch presented Sr.Nirmalini with funds for the poor and needy students of the school. To mark the occasion Sr.Nirmalini presented each of the ex-teachers as well as the alumni a small gift as a token of love and appreciation.
After relishing the tea and snacks organized by the school, the alumni went around the school premises. A visit to the school Convent Chapel and then a bonfire gathering made the whole programme a memorable one.
Preeti Shenoy
Dear Alumni of Batches 1985 and 1986,
On behalf of the school I would like to thank you for your generous gift of rupees one lac ten thousand seven hundred only (Rs. 1,10,700/-). Your commitment to helping poor students of our school is sincerely appreciated.
Each year Carmel continues to advance its mission of helping poor students of our school. With the help of donations from supporters such as you we will continue to see improvements in education of poor students.
Thanks again for your generous support of our efforts.
Best wishes,
Sr. Nirmalini
Principal
1st May 2010
Alumni batch of 1983 and 1984
The Silver Jubilee Alumni reunion for the 1983 and 1984 batches, was
held on 1st. May,2010 at 6pm. in the school auditorium at the
initiative of CASA president Sr. Nirmalini and the treasurer Ms Preeti
Shenoy. A total number of 40 alumni along with their spouses, from
various professions and cities had gathered to celebrate 25 years of
passing out from their Alma-Mater.
CASA had taken upon the responsibility to organize a reunion of teachers
and students. Members had managed to locate and invite over 10
ex-teachers of the school. The enthusiasm of the alumni was obvious from
the strong attendance inspite of the bad weather conditions.
The present school cabinet under the leadership of head girl Alankrita
Narang had organized a programme for the evening. The programme started
with a short prayer, followed by a classical Bharatnatyam dance by
Taisha of class XI. Carmel's Heavy Musical Melodies' group sang the
ever popular "Top of the World". This was followed by a Maharashtrian
'Lavini' dance by the members of the Synergy Dance club. Sr. Nirmalini
then gave a presentation which showcased the progress of the school and
its activities for over 50 years. After watching the presentation the
alumni became quite nostalgic! The fun continued with some games and a
photo shoot.
Ms. Giti Chandra, Ms. Priti Sareen and Ms.Monica Khanna of the 1983 and
Ms. Priya Nanda of the 1984 batches shared their memories with the
gathering. The 1983 batch presented Sr.Nirmalini with an amount
equivalent to one year's tuition fee for a needy student of the school.
Ms.Priti Sareen, promised to help a needy student each year with uniform
and school books. The gesture was greatly appreciated by one and all.
To mark the occasion Sr.Nirmalini presented each of the ex-teachers as
well as the alumni a small gift as a token of love and appreciation.
10th April 2010
The Carmel alumni gathered on 10th April 2010, at 5 pm in the Carmel school auditorium. Sister Nirmalini, president of CASA graced the occasion. After a beautiful prayer the alumni watched a presentation showcasing the varied activities of the last academic year. Ex-Carmelites from various batches got together to exchange memories, play a game of tambola and enjoy some delicious snacks.
Plans were chalked out to make CASA a more active body and to motivate many more ex-Carmelites to join hands.
CASA President : Sr. Nirmalini Treasurer : Ms Preeti Shenoy
P.S. Kindly contact the school for registration forms.
Some of the earlier events organized by CASA are
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On 6th September, 2008 an Alumni meeting was organized by Sister Nimalini for the batches of 2004, 2005 and 2006.A group of 65 students attended it. A game of tambola was organized for them. The Alumni enjoyed the games and delicious snacks The prizes were handed by Sister Nirmalini.
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In 2006 , CASA organized a photography competition, for the students of our school.
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In October 2005 a musical show was set up by Alumni Annette Philip and Sir Samuel to raise funds for the school developmental activities.
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In March 2005, a CASA lunch was organized in which about 71 alumni attended the same.
Alumni batch of 1986
Alumni batch of 1983 and 1984
