2022/23 Dhamma School Prize Giving Event – 14th January 2023
The annual Athula Dhassan Dhamma School prize giving ceremony took place on the 14th January 2023 recognising, celebrating and rewarding the achievements of our Dhamma School students. This special event was organised by the Dhamma School Development committee under the patronage of Ven Wanduramba Kassapa, Chief Sanganayake of Amarapura Sri Saddhamma Wansa Niyaka of Great Britain, the Head of the Athula Dassana International Buddhist Vihara and the Dhamma School.
Family and friends were present at the successful event to show support and to witness the end of year successes.
We were extremely pleased that accepted Mayor of London Borough of Hounslow; Councillor Raghwinder Siddhu & Mayoress, Mrs Emma Siddhu accepted our invitation to attend the event.
The Event was also attended by a number of other dignitaries including Dr Thushani De Alwis, Dr Vimalika Lowrance, Mrs Poshini Bogoda and Mr Gamini Wijewardhana.
In his welcome speech, Ven Kassapa Thero said; “The awards highlight the excellent work that all staff and students put into their work, and it is great to see this is rewarded” Ven Kassapa Thero also commended our Dhamma School Children for their participation at various events organised by our Vihara including the Independence Day celebration and New Year Festival.
He thanked the Dhamma school development committee for organising this wonderful event. He also thanked the Dhamma parents and other devotees of our Vihara who provided much needed sponsorships that enabled us to organise this event.
Prior to the prize giving event, the children of the Dhamma School showcased a selection of outstanding art and craft work, produced by children from Beginners Class to YMBA Senior 2 class. The children assisted in the planning and displaying of their work, unveiling the exhibition to parents, staff and to the special guests. It was a very special as well as a very proud moment for 50 YMBA students who received their YMBA Examination certificates. Over 75% of the children received distinction passes and the others receiving Credit passes. Children received their YMBA Certificates from the Head of our Dhamma School, Ven Wanduramba Kassapa Thero.
