The Parents’ Meeting for the first semester students of Arts, Science, and Commerce (Day

Shift) was held on 9 August 2025 in the Bosco Hall of the college. The gathering witnessed

an impressive turnout, with parents attending in large numbers, reflecting their strong interest

in the academic progress and holistic formation of their children.

The meeting commenced at 10:15 a.m. with a prayer, setting a solemn and reflective tone for

the proceedings. This was followed by a warm welcome address by the Principal, Rev. Fr

Januarius S Sangma, who emphasised that in the education of youth, the role of the home

and parents is sine qua non—an indispensable element in their growth. He enriched his

message by reading a passage from Scripture on love, highlighting the need to form the youth

in an environment of love, mutual respect, and moral values.

The Principal urged parents to ensure that their children attend classes regularly, avoid

skipping lessons, and remain punctual. He cautioned against the harmful effects of negative

peer pressure, addiction to mobile phones, and unhealthy routines. He stressed the importance

of students going to bed early, studying daily at home, and parents spending quality time with

them. He also encouraged parents to correct wrong notions students may have about

academic monitoring and to guide them firmly yet lovingly. Furthermore, he reminded

students, especially those in college uniform, to refrain from smoking or engaging in conduct

that could damage the reputation of the institution.

Following this, Dr Meuller Beul M. Sangma, representing the Internal Quality Assurance

Cell (IQAC), delivered an informative talk on the role and objectives of the IQAC in

promoting educational quality and overall institutional performance. She outlined various

initiatives aimed at fostering academic excellence and holistic student development.

During the open discussion, parents raised questions and shared feedback. One topic

addressed was whether students were allowed to leave the campus during college hours. It

was clarified that students with free periods might go out briefly for legitimate reasons, such

as paying fees at the nearby counter or buying snacks, but they are expected to return

promptly for their next class.

Another parent expressed concern about the improper use of mobile phones, sharing his

personal difficulty in managing his daughter’s late-night mobile use, which affected her rest

and focus. He appealed to the college to educate students on responsible mobile phone habits.

Parents overall expressed appreciation for the quality of teaching, the dedication of the

faculty, and the pastoral care provided to students. They also acknowledged the positive

influence of the college on the moral and academic growth of their children.

A notable suggestion from the floor was to appoint a full-time or part-time counsellor to

support the emotional and psychological needs of students, especially those in distress. This

recommendation was well-received and noted for consideration by the administration.

The meeting concluded with a prayer of thanksgiving, invoking God’s blessings on students,

parents, and staff, and reaffirming the shared commitment to guiding the youth towards a

future of integrity, responsibility, and excellence.