For several occasions as a school we have achieved in academics as well as in co-curricula activities. As ordinary as it may sometimes appear one requires to receive every moment as a gift and this draws one to creativity and opportunities but no complaints. Gratitude is a fresh way to grow and glow and prevents someone from succumbing to a defeatist attitude that makes one crush like egg shells. Gratitude is also linked to better health, better relationships, self-awareness, contentment and a sense of fulfillment.

In 2002, a research showed that after the Vietnamese war, the military veterans with high level of gratitude experienced lower rates of post-traumatic stress disorders as compared to the ones who complained day in day out.

It is good as a student to express gratitude to your parents, teachers, mentors, family members and other people around you who have made or still in the process of making a difference in your life. Try to show positive attitude and appreciation to them as this leaves a mark forever. A quote by Oprah Winfrey says ‘Be thankful for what you have, you’ll end up having more.’

If you concentrate on what you have not achieved or have, you will never ever have enough. I wish to pass my appreciation to my Chief principal, colleague teachers, students and the non-teaching staff who as a team have earned success towards realizing a great school from a good school.

In conclusion, let us count our blessings instead of troubles and acknowledge the positive aspects achieved in life as the foundation for all abundance. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18, let us give thanks in all circumstances.

                                                                                                                                   Mr. Mwangi J.

Deputy Principal, Academics