Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya marks Golden Jubilee

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The Old Girls’ Association of Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya has played a significant role in organizing events and activities to celebrate the school’s Golden Jubilee which is marked this year


The Old Girls’ Association of Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya has organised an event titled “Golden Gala Night & Awards Ceremony for Glorious Sirimavians” to celebrate the school’s Golden Jubilee and honour past Sirimavians who have made significant contributions to the school, community, and the country in their respective fields


The school was established in 1973 as Stanmore Crescent Primary School with 5 teachers and 183 students under the guidance of Madam Wimala Liyanage


Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya, one of the leading government girls’ schools in Colombo, celebrated its Golden Jubilee on January 1, 2023. 
The school was established in 1973 as Stanmore Crescent Primary School with 5 teachers and 183 students under the guidance of Madam Wimala Liyanage. Over the past 50 years the school has grown to become a prestigious institution with over 4000 students enrolled. The school has produced many successful ladies who have made significant contributions to the society.


The Old Girls’ Association of Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya has organised an event titled “Golden Gala Night & Awards Ceremony for Glorious Sirimavians” to celebrate the school’s Golden Jubilee and honour past Sirimavians who have made significant contributions to the school, community, and the country in their respective fields. The event will be held on July 22, 2023, at Waters Edge. The ceremony aims to recognise and award the achievements of the school’s alumni who have excelled in various fields and contributed positively to society. 
The school’s Golden Jubilee is a testament to its commitment to providing quality education to girls and empowering them to become successful individuals who contribute positively to society. The Old Girls’ Association of Sirimavo Bandaranaike Vidyalaya has played a significant role in organizing events and activities to celebrate the school’s Golden Jubilee and bring together past and present Sirimavians.


The award winners were selected through an extensive selection process by an eminent and distinguished panel of judges coordinated graciously by Women In Management (WIM). The panel of judges comprised Dr. Sulochana Sigera - Founder / Chairperson Women in Management (Private) Limited, Ms. Sandra De Zoysa - Group Chief Customer Officer - Dialog Axiata PLC, Prof. Ravi Dissanayake - Professor in Marketing, Department of Marketing Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Ms. Thamari Senanayake - Attorney-at-Law, Director - Public Affairs, Communications, Regulatory and Sustainability Coca-Cola Beverages Sri Lanka Limited and Mr. Santhush Weeraman - Singer / Composer, Managing Director - SGM integrated, SGM Films, Saregama Digital.


The “Golden Gala Night & Awards Ceremony for Glorious Sirimavians” is a great opportunity to recognize and celebrate the achievements of the school’s alumni and inspire current students to strive for excellence in their respective fields.