I would tell children to identify what they good at, and work on becoming the best at that. Want to become a journalist, an athlete, or a physicist? Make sure you constantly put time and effort into that. These days, there is more awareness amongst parents that there are multiple ways to succeed in life, and there are established pathways to ensure that. So it's not still a time where you'll have to become only engineers or doctors any field is fine, provided the necessary endeavour is applied.
HOW ARE YOU BLENDING INTERNATIONALISM IN THE CURRICULUM? The vision to provide the best to students, forethought to make NATESANITES Global Citizens, meticulous planning and impeccable work to give international exposure to the stu dents and staff, the execution behind every international trip to few European countries, South Korea, Taiwan, China, Malaysia, Sri Lanka to name a few, international interaction with schools across the Globe, Taiwan, Srilanka, France, USA to name a few- all this makes our school truly a school bringing International dimensions.
For the longest time, I believed that success was found only through institutions like the IIMs and IITS. Academic excellence was everything to me. But then, my perspective shifted after an encounter with a student who chal lenged my beliefs. This young boy wasn't a regular student, and his grades reflected that. Frustrated, I asked him how he ex- pected to get into college with such low scores. His response surprised me. He calmly said, "Ma'am, I'll manage to score decent marks, but I'm passionate about painting. I'll find my way and carve a niche for myself." That conversation was a turning point for me.

For the past 29 years, a remarkable cultural transformation in a once notorious village, Mannivakkam. Thanks to the visionary Dr N. Ramasubramanyan, Founder of Shri Natesan Vidyasala, Mannivakkam, the rich cultural heritage of Mylapore has been brought to this remote village, during the holy month of Tamil month Margazhi. This ongoing event serves as a bridge connecting our heritage and culture.

It has transformed Mannivakkam, once known for daylight murders and illicit activities, into an educational hub.Dr Ramasubramanyan's vision has created a stage for showcasing cultural essence, providing a platform for both established and budding artists, SHRI NATESAN VIDYASALA Estd. 1995 MANNIVAKKAM, CHENNAI-600048 and involving hundreds of students who dress up as Manicavasagars and Aandal and sing verses from Thirupavai, Thiruvempavai, and Thirupalliezhuchi. Like this year, year on year, the event includes various events such as dance, drama, bhajans, musical and spiritual discourses, and classical performances.

A special highlight is the rec- ognition of Saivaite Odduvars for their contributions to upholding tradition. Awards are given for mastery over Thevaram and Thiruvasagam. Additionally, gold coins are awarded to students reciting all pasurams from Thirupavai, Thiruvempavai, and Thirupalliezhuchi.

The success of these cultural endeavours is attributed to the unwavering support of the public, parents, and the phenomenal efforts of Dr N. Ramasubramanyan. It's a humbling experience to witness the transformation of Mannivakkam into a cultural and educational haven, all thanks to this sustained effort by the School Management, over nearly three decades.