A world of lullabies

Malabe Boys' Model School, conducted a program on lullabies from different countries on July 22 at the Kahanthota Primary School to provide greater knowledge to students about lullabies of different countries. This program was organised as a part of projects under the International School Award program organised by the British Council.

The program aims to link schools working towards the award with partner schools across the globe, enabling them to work together on joint projects that deal with global issues.

Students of Grade 7 sang lullabies of Africa, Russia, India and Sri Lanka which made a distinct impression on all those present and it improved the knowledge of students regarding lullabies sung in different countries.

The Chief Guest was Dammi Kodikararachchi, Director of Music Sri Jayawardanapura Education Zone. and Manager, British Council Schools program Sahajeewa Meepage was the Guest of Honour.

Principal Sisira Gunarathna, Deputy Principal Saman Thilakasiri and Assistant Principal Kahanthota Primary school Ramya Lansage too were present. Deeptha Panagoda, Secretary of the school Development Society, parents, teachers and students of neighbouring schools extended their co-operation to make this event a success. The students were trained by music teachers Eranga Silva and Ganga Vithanage. Co-ordinator Kushlani Dabarera and Assistant Co-ordinator Chathurani Bogahawatta of the International School Award Committee with the assistance of the President of the Students ISA Committee Matheesha Palliyaguruge, Secretary Chamil Udayanga and Treasurer Malika Madusith assisted in making the event an enjoyable one.