La Salle Boys’ High School marked La Salle Day on May 16 with a ceremony highlighting the role of Christian education in shaping and empowering young people in Pakistan.
The school is located in Khushpur, a predominantly Christian village in the Faisalabad District of eastern Pakistan.
The annual celebration honored St. John Baptist de La Salle, founder of the Brothers of the Christian Schools, whose educational mission began in Pakistan in 1959.
Born in Reims in 1651, St. John Baptist de La Salle founded the congregation in 1680 to provide education for poor and marginalized children. He was canonized in 1900 and declared Patron Saint of Teachers by Pope Pius XII in 1950.
One of the central moments of the celebration was the annual Lasallian teachers’ oath ceremony. Faculty members renewed their commitment to Christian education and service by placing their hands on the Lasallian flag, reaffirming values of faith, service, and community.
Sr. Abisheka attended as the chief guest. Other guests included Fr. Nadeem John Shakir, Fr. Sunny Shahzad, Sr. Parveen Sardar, Sr. Jameela, and Sr. Kamalini.
Addressing students and staff, Sr. Abisheka emphasized the importance of education and character formation, encouraging students to remain committed to academic growth and responsible leadership.
She also praised the school administration and teachers for sustaining the Lasallian educational mission through their service to young people.
Fr. Nadeem John Shakir highlighted the contribution of Lasallian institutions to Christian youth formation in Pakistan, saying schools such as La Salle continue to provide students with educational opportunities, moral guidance, and community support.
Students presented cultural and educational performances during the program, reflecting the school’s focus on creativity, confidence, and holistic development.
Parents also attended the celebration, underscoring the close relationship between families and the school community. Several parents expressed appreciation for the work of the De La Salle Brothers and teachers in supporting Christian youth through education and values-based formation.
In his concluding remarks, Br. Zohaib Gill, FSC, Principal of La Salle Boys’ High School, thanked guests, parents, and faculty members for their participation and reaffirmed the school’s commitment to the educational and spiritual development of young people.
He said the institution would continue expanding opportunities for leadership, quality education, and community support for Christian youth facing social and economic challenges.
The celebration concluded with prayers and renewed commitment to the Lasallian mission of education and service in Pakistan.
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