05/09/2026
“Teaching Minds, Touching Lives”
Date: 5th September 2026
Venue: Don Bosco High & Technical School Pvt. ITI, Krishnagar
Teachers’ Day was celebrated with great joy and enthusiasm on 5th September 2026 at Don Bosco High & Technical School Pvt. ITI, Krishnagar, under the theme “Teaching Minds, Touching Lives.” The programme was organized to honour and express gratitude to the Fathers, Brothers, teachers and staff for their dedication and valuable contribution towards the formation and education of the students.
The celebration began with a warm welcome to the Fathers, Brothers and teachers by the ITI girls. The programme was conducted by Trisha and Durbadal, followed by the Words of Welcome by Rev. Fr. Nicholas Besra, Assistant Principal.
The Lighting of the Lamp was conducted in the presence of the Rector, Principal, Fr. Patras and the Heads of the Mechanical and Electrical Departments. Garlanding of the statues and portraits of Don Bosco, Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan and Mother Teresa added a solemn and meaningful touch to the occasion.
The celebration featured a variety of cultural performances, including Gurubandana dance, welcome song, prayer dance, solo and group dances, a short drama, shairy, song and a video presentation. Students from different trades, hostels and DBTECH actively participated and displayed their talents.
The Rev. Rector delivered an inspiring speech, highlighting the important role of teachers in guiding, educating and shaping young minds. A special Appreciation Award was presented to a teacher in recognition of dedicated service.
A major highlight of the celebration was the Words of Appreciation and Distribution of Gifts to the teachers, Salesians, office staff and departmental teachers. The students expressed their heartfelt gratitude for the guidance, support and encouragement they receive throughout the year.
The programme concluded with the Vote of Thanks by Rev. Fr. Manoj SDB, followed by additional cultural performances and a surprise item.
Overall, the Teachers’ Day celebration was a joyful and memorable occasion filled with gratitude, respect, creativity and togetherness. It beautifully reflected the theme “Teaching Minds, Touching Lives” and reminded everyone of the lasting impact teachers have on the lives and future of their students.
“TEACHING MINDS, TOUCHING LIVES”
Date: 5th September 2026
Occasion: Teachers’ Day Celebration
Venue: Don Bosco High & Technical School Pvt. ITI, Krishnagar
Organized by: Students of Don Bosco High & Technical School Pvt. ITI, Krishnagar
Introduction
Teachers’ Day was celebrated with great joy, enthusiasm and gratitude on 5th September 2026 at Don Bosco High & Technical School Pvt. ITI, Krishnagar, under the inspiring theme “Teaching Minds, Touching Lives.” The celebration was organized to honour and appreciate the dedicated service, commitment and contribution of the Fathers, Brothers, teachers and staff members who play an important role in shaping the lives and future of the students.
The programme was marked by a beautiful blend of prayer, cultural performances, speeches, appreciation and moments of gratitude. The students took great initiative in organizing and presenting the various items, making the celebration memorable for all.
Welcome of the Fathers, Brothers and Teachers
The celebration began with a warm and respectful welcome to the Fathers, Brothers and teachers by the ITI girls. Their graceful welcome set a joyful and respectful tone for the entire programme. The Master of Ceremonies, Trisha and Durbadal, formally introduced the programme and welcomed everyone to the Teachers’ Day celebration.
Words of Welcome
The Assistant Principal, Rev. Fr. Nicholas Besra, delivered the Words of Welcome and welcomed the Chief Guest Rev. Rector, Guest of honour- Rev. Fr. Peter, and Principal of ITI with bouquets. He expressed his gratitude to all the teachers and staff for their dedicated service and encouraged the students to recognize the sacrifices and efforts made by their teachers in guiding them towards a better future.
Lighting of the Lamp and Garlanding
The ceremonial Lighting of the Lamp was conducted in the presence of the Rev. Rector, Rev. Fr. Principal, Rev. Fr. Patras, Sir Roleen Patrick, HOD of Mechanical Department, and Sir Chirantan Debnath, HOD of Electrical Department.
The ceremony was followed by the garlanding of the Statue of Don Bosco by the Rev. Rector, the portrait of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan by Rev. Fr. Manoj, and the portrait of St. Mother Teresa by Rev. Fr. Patras. The ceremony symbolized the light of knowledge, wisdom, service and dedication that teachers bring into the lives of their students.
Cultural Programme
The cultural programme added colour, energy and enthusiasm to the celebration. The students presented a variety of dances, songs, drama and other performances. The Electrician 2nd Year girls presented a graceful Gurubandana dance, expressing respect and gratitude towards their teachers. This was followed by a melodious Welcome Song by the Hostel Students.
A beautiful Prayer Dance by Borna Mondal, a tailoring student, created a prayerful atmosphere. The Rev. Rector then addressed the gathering with an inspiring speech, encouraging the students to value their teachers and make good use of the education and opportunities they receive. The cultural performances continued with a dance by Sreshtha, an Electrical student, followed by a short drama presented by the Fitter 2nd Year students. The Hostel First Year students presented another lively dance.
A group dance by Sneha, Simran and Santana, followed by a Shairy by Tania Biswas and a solo dance by Sritoma, further enriched the programme. A special video presentation by Ongkar & Co. highlighted the importance of teachers and their influence on students' lives. This was followed by a group dance by Aditi, Trisha and Sonali. The audience also enjoyed a melodious song by Sir Ritesh, followed by a lively dance performance by the DBTECH girls.
Appreciation of Teachers
One of the most meaningful moments of the celebration was the presentation of the Appreciation Award to a Teacher in recognition of dedicated service and commitment.
The cultural programme continued with a dance by Urmila and Co. and a solo dance by Sneha of 2nd Year. A special session of Words of Appreciation and Distribution of Gifts was then conducted for the Salesians, Office Staff and Mechanical Department teachers. The students expressed their heartfelt gratitude for the guidance, patience and support received from them. This was followed by a cheerful couple dance by the 2nd Year Fitter boys and girls.
Another appreciation and gift-distribution session was held for the Electrical Department teachers, DBTECH teachers and other teachers and staff members. These moments reflected the deep respect and affection that the students have for their teachers. The programme continued with a beautiful dance by Tailoring students Nibha Sarkar and Borna Mondal.
Vote of Thanks
The formal programme concluded with the Vote of Thanks delivered by Rev. Fr. Manoj SDB. He expressed gratitude to the Fathers, Brothers, teachers, staff and students for their valuable contribution to making the celebration successful. He also appreciated the students for their creativity, hard work and active participation.
The formal conclusion was followed by a dance performance by the Second Year Hostel Students, which added further joy and excitement to the celebration. The programme ended with a much-awaited Surprise Item, bringing the Teachers’ Day celebration to a joyful and memorable conclusion.
Conclusion
The Teachers’ Day celebration of 2026 was a beautiful expression of love, respect, gratitude and appreciation towards teachers. The programme successfully highlighted the invaluable role of teachers in educating, inspiring and shaping young minds. The performances demonstrated the talents and creativity of the students, while the appreciation and gift-distribution sessions conveyed their heartfelt gratitude to their teachers and staff.
The celebration truly reflected the theme “Teaching Minds, Touching Lives”, reminding everyone that a teacher does much more than impart knowledge- they inspire dreams, build character, develop confidence and prepare students to face the challenges of life.
The celebration concluded on a joyful note, leaving everyone with beautiful memories and a renewed appreciation for the teachers who continue to teach, guide, inspire and touch lives.