The Old Students Association of CMS girls grammar School of 1985 Class held its Scholarship and Awards Ceremony to celebrate the perseverance, dedication, and pursuit of knowledge of its students at it’s School premises in Akoka , Lagos state on Wednesday.
The ceremony was attended by the principal of CMS Girls Senior Grammar School, vice principal, members of staff, parents of awardees, distinguished guests, members of Class of ‘85, as well as the scholarship and awards recipients.
Chairman of the Scholarship and Award Committee, Princess ‘Dayo Odukoya, explained the objective of the scholarships as a process that is far beyond the mere recognition of academic excellence, according to her ,
“It is about fostering a culture of commitment to education, igniting a flame of passion for learning that will continue to burn brightly in the hearts of our recipients for years to come,”
Odukoya also stated that the scholarships were about leveling the playing field and offering support to those who might not have had the same privileges, but possess an equal amount of ambition and potential. “We firmly believe that education is the cornerstone of progress and empowerment. It transcends boundaries, unlocks potential, and empowers individuals to shape a brighter future, not just for themselves, but also for their communities and the world at large, she said .
She insisted that as we award these scholarships, Bursary and prize giving, we are not just merely granting financial aid, we are investing in a better tomorrow and making dreams come true”, she added.
Meanwhile, President of Class of ’85, Prof. Risi Dauda, said the seed of greatness sown by the group in the lives of current students of the school would be greater and better, one worth remembering in years to come, and charged the students to ensure that the sacrifices made by their parents were not in vain.
Hence , the special guest of honour and former student of the school, Mrs. Folashade Kadiri, congratulated the recipients of the scholarship and bursary awards,as she charged them to take their studies seriously which will stand them out wherever they might find themselves and to be good ambassadors of the school , also Mrs Kadiri , a Director with Lagos state government eulogized parents for investing in the education of their children, as education is the bedrock to greatness and a right step in the right direction
Management of the School thanked the Class of ‘85 for their continued support and commitment to giving back to the school and urged them to do more.
Highlight was the presentation of cheques to 20 students in the various categories of the awards.