ALL GOOD THINGS COME TO AN END- MOUNT ABU
Christanand Vase, the first ever layperson to head the prestigious Christian Brothers School, St. Mary’s High School, Mount Abu, has finally thrown in the towel. He made this announcement on 22 November 2008, much to the chagrin of much of the staff present there. The staff had just adjusted to the principal's administration style and were looking forward to another year with him. When Christanand first took the reins, they looked him upon with suspicion and mistrust. How can a Layman ever take the place of a Christian Brothers? Will he be as competent as the former dutiful principals who headed this institution for the last generation? They made snide remarks about him “He will be lucky if he lasts out his term”. Well, today this charismatic and self-motivated man who only thought of the good of the school has proved his mettle beyond any doubt. Not only did he serve two successful terms, but could have gone for another term. All will miss him the Staff and a large majority of the students. He made an announcement as to his successor. It’s none other than Mary Joseph, who has been the backbone of St.Mary’s School for a very long time. I wish him good fortune in his endeavours, and a big hearty welcome to a deserving and vibrant woman who will next year take over the Reign of her second home, St.Mary’s School
I met Christanand Vase for the first time a couple of days before Sports Day 2004. I'm pretty sure he was Princi-in-waiting. He was surprised to see such a large group of old boys from the 1950s and to discover that we had spread all around the globe. We spoke of our Principals, Bro Morrow, Bro O'Keeffe, Bro. Bennett, Bro Keane to name a few. I think he realised then that he had a lot to live up to. From the sound of your report, he has succeeded. My best wishes to him.
ReplyDeleteI think that I have met Mary Joseph but could you post a snap of the lady, please?
Long live ST MARY'S.
Bob Amore 1957
He was my prici and i have learnt many things from him.
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