On July 16^th 2024, Sri Sankara Senior Secondary School, Adyar, hosted the Karuna Club Inauguration, an event underscoring the institution’s dedication to cultivating compassion and moral values among its students. The ceremony commenced with a heartfelt prayer led by Vidya, Bharathi and Amulya of Class VIII, establishing a reverent atmosphere for the proceedings. Smt. Vidyalakshmi S, the Principal, warmly welcomed the attendees and underscored the importance of the Karuna Club in nurturing empathy and kindness within the school community.

The chief guest for the occasion was Shri Prabodh Jain, a distinguished patron member of Karuna International. A significant highlight of the event was the release of the Pearl Jubilee magazine, celebrating 30 years of the school’s commitment to education. Nitila Prasanna, a talented student from Std X, who designed the cover page, had the honor of presenting the first copy to Shri Jain.

In his inaugural address, Shri Jain commended the school’s efforts to instill values that resonate with the ethos of the Karuna Club. He urged the students to adopt compassion as a guiding principle in their lives. Following this, Srinandhan of Std VIII led the Karuna Pledge, reaffirming the students’ dedication to ethical living.

The cultural segment of the event featured a harmonious group song performed by Anvita, Vidya, Amulya, Veda and Bharathi of Std VIII, followed by a thought-provoking moral story narrated by Nimisha Swaminathan. The event served as a poignant reminder of the school’s ongoing commitment to nurturing compassionate and responsible individuals.