Report on 'Determined Dreamer', a Program Conducted by SPC.

 

 

*Report on padavukal programme held on 17 Aug 2020*

   The seventh class under padavukal programme was held on 17th August 2020 . The programme witnessed the presence of IGP Vijayan IPS, Mohammed Shafi, Siju(ASNO) and an high-flier personality Gokul.S along with his two intimate friends- Siddharth and Arundhathi.

   Shafi Sir gave a brief introduction about Gokul, his educational qualifications and achievements. Vijayan Sir congratulated Gokul for his remarkable achievement. His Attitude towards life and positivity was also appreciated. Vijayan Sir also told us about the unique subject that Gokul did research on- "How climate change Influences Literature".

   Gokul, who suffered from Visual impairment from birth, believed in integrated schooling. He completed his plus two in a CBSE school and went to Mar ivanious collage. He participated in several debates, speeches and quiz which helped him in achieving his goal- Civil service. 

   Siddharth and Gokul were intimate friends. Siddharth was his partner in many quiz and debate and in life journey too. They rose together and Siddharth was Gokul' s scribe for several competitive exams like NET and University entrance exam.

Arundhathi was Gokul' s scribe for civil service mains. She also tells us her experience as his scribe for mains- and about the importance of Time management and structural planning.

   Gokul was inspired from the dynamic service of civil servants during 2018 floods. They could shape public opinion beautifully. He, too, was confident that if he was to think and act, he could bring a change in the society. His disability did not matter him in the least. He wanted to consider himself in the midst of everyone. A personality is not characterized by his/her disability, it is how they overlook the disability that matters.

   He actively took part in many competitions and debate. Studies and participating in co-curricular activities were complementary for him. He also tells us that our victory is not determined by our past, but our present and future actions. We should not think in an ethical perspective- we should be ready to accept our failures and thrive to find solution for those.

   Gokul followed e-books for his preparation. Arundhathi also stresses on how focused Gokul was- his answers had clear-cut clarity. His goal was set and idea definite. His supportive Parents had a great role in his big achievement. 

   As school students,we should try to develop our leadership skills and SPC is the first step. We should work with NGO' s and should cultivate habits like reading newspapers. But it is equally important to live our life admits all this.

   Siju sir concluded by saying that we should never give up and should try to understand the real values of life. The class was interesting. We also had a interactive session with Gokul Sir the next day which was a pleasant experience.

Prepared by 

Salma S(Senior Cadet, GGHSS Cotton Hill)