गुरुर्ब्रह्मा गुरुर्विष्णुः गुरुर्देवो महेश्वरः ।गुरुः साक्षात् परब्रह्म तस्मै श्रीगुरवे नमः॥

"The Guru is not merely a teacher but the light that dispels the darkness of ignorance and awakens the path of wisdom."

Amrita Vidyalayam, Edappally celebrated Guru Purnima on 29 July with devotion and reverence, honouring the Guru–Shishya tradition that lies at the heart of Indian culture. The celebration was a heartfelt expression of gratitude to teachers for their guidance, wisdom and dedication in shaping the lives of students.

The programme began at 10.00 a.m. with a prayer invoking the blessings of the Almighty, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by our Vice Principal, Smt. Soumya Sreevalsan, marking the auspicious beginning of the celebration.

Held in the school hall, the Guru Paduka Pooja was attended by the school cabinet members and students of Classes VIII and IX. The programme included the chanting of Guru Padukashtakam, Guru Stotram, Guru Ashtotharam and soulful bhajans, creating a serene and devotional atmosphere.

A special highlight of the celebration was the felicitation of five senior teachers by the students in recognition of their years of dedicated service and commitment to nurturing young minds. The gesture reflected the students' respect and gratitude towards their teachers.

The celebrations continued in the Amritam Room, where students, accompanied class-wise by their class teachers, offered prayers, sought Amma's blessings and paid their respects to their teachers. These quiet moments of prayer and gratitude beautifully reflected the true spirit of Guru Purnima.

The programme also served as an opportunity to instil values such as gratitude, humility, discipline, empathy, teamwork and responsibility. It reminded students that true education is built not only on knowledge but also on values, character and service.

The day's events, including the prayer, lamp-lighting ceremony, devotional presentations, teacher felicitation and the prayer gathering in the Amritam Room, were documented through photographs and videos for the school's archives, newsletters, annual report and social media platforms.A Mathru pooja led by Swami Anagha Amritananda Puri was held on 26 July during which students offered their love and respect towards their mothers.

The Guru Purnima celebration was a meaningful occasion that reinforced the school's commitment to nurturing both academic excellence and strong values. It left everyone with a deeper appreciation for the role of the Guru in guiding, inspiring and shaping lives.