The YMCA grounds in Nandanam sported a busy look as St.Johns Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Mandaveli had its annual Athletic meet on Friday, the 7th of August 2009.
The Chief Guest for the occasion was Mr. Sridhar, I.P.S , Deputy Commissioner of Police, Chennai Crime Branch. The meet was declared open with the hoisting of the School Flag followed by the march past of the various houses; red, green, blue and yellow.
Ms.Sylvia Reginald, principal of the school delivered the welcome address. This was followed by the Inspirational Inaugural Address by the Chief guest highlighting various aspects of sports and athletics.
The students form the primary department gave a brisk mass-drill performance with great uniformity. The senior girls dressed colorfuly also made beautiful formations which were a feast to the eye.
Various events for different categories like sub-juniors, juniors, seniors and super-seniors were held for both boys and girls. The track events and the relay got everyone on their nerves cheering for their own houses.
A game for teachers based on the four houses were held too .The game for parents gave the finishing touch.
The final event for the day was the relay by the students who have passed out of the school. Mr. A.G.. Mourya, I.P.S, Deputy Commisioner of Police, Mylapore was the Chief Guest for the Closing Ceremony. Prizes were distributed to the winners.
The different houses received points for their performance in various events and the Red House bagged the Overall Championship for this year. The memorable meet concluded with a vote of thanks around 5.30 p.m.