The DDGYFF screening, held at the Don Bosco School Dabolim, commenced with an inaugural ceremony. Teacher Sneha Sawant hosted the event and introduced the Guest of Honour, Fr. Bolmax Pereira. She emphasized the significance of the day to all attendees. A Class 3 student, Ms. Durva, delivered a speech in her mother tongue Konkani, highlighting the importance of conserving the planet for all living beings.
To further set the tone for the event, a promotional video was screened. Following this, Ms. Tracy Fernandes, the School In-Charge, introduced Fr. Bolmax Pereira, who holds a Phd. in Ecology. His passion for nature shines through his activism for environmental causes in Goa. He shared three important messages with the students: save and conserve water, protect forests and keep Goa clean and green.
An interactive session with the students followed, concluding with a vote of thanks. The Don Bosco School Anthem and the National Anthem were sung to mark the end of the inaugural ceremony.
The first round of the screening featured Grade 1 and 2 students watching the film Echoes of the Earth. Class Teachers Samidha and Priyanka, along with Tr. Simbran, assisted with audio-visuals and event coordination. The synopsis of the film was discussed with the students prior to screening, followed by a group discussion.
For the second film was Kamshola. Teachers Sneha and Yashwant, alongside Tr. Simbran, conducted the screening for the 3rd and 4th graders. They began by discussing the film’s synopsis, followed by the screening and discussion, based on reflection points. The students displayed enthusiasm throughout the event, even requesting a second screening of the film. They actively participated in discussions, led by their Teachers.
