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ABBOTTABAD, Dec 22 (APP): Deputy Commissioner (DC) Abbottabad Sarmad Saleem Akram, while addressing a ceremony at the Government School for Visually Impaired Students on the occasion of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, said the institution is moving towards improvement and special children are a test for parents.
He appreciated the excellent performance of the students, congratulated the principal and teachers, and assured full support from the district administration as awards, cash assistance and food packages were distributed among students.
During the ceremony, trophies were awarded to students from Nursery and Prep to Grade 7 who secured first, second and third positions. More than 50 visually impaired students were provided food packages, while hostel students received cash assistance, special writing frames and additional food supplies.
Addressing the gathering, the DC said the institution is moving in a positive direction and appreciated the dedication of the principal and teachers. He described special children as a test for parents and prayed for strength and patience for their families, assuring full support from the district administration.
Earlier, Principal Saadat Ali Khan said transport facilities are being provided to 32day scholars, while 20 hostel students are given quality meals three times a day. He added that improved food items and facilities have been introduced during the past four months and that the school is committed to providing quality education to help students become productive members of society.
Parents and position-holding students expressed satisfaction with the improved academic environment, transport, and food facilities, and urged the authorities to appoint the current principal on a permanent basis. The ceremony concluded with students presenting co-curricular activities, reflecting a joyful and encouraging atmosphere.