Motithang Higher Secondary School in Thimphu today concluded its Golden Jubilee celebrations, marking 50 years of contribution to education and nation-building. Her Majesty Queen Mother Tshering Yangdon Wangchuck graced the closing ceremony.
The celebrations, which began in April this year, brought together teachers, students and alumni to commemorate the school’s journey and recognise its contributions over the past five decades.
Established on 1 April 1975 as Motithang Central School, the institution has undergone significant infrastructure changes, teaching approaches and learning opportunities.
Among its alumni is Dr Dinesh Pradhan, a paediatrician at the Thimphu National Referral Hospital, who studied at the school in 2002 and 2003. He says that while the school has evolved, its strong teacher-student relationships remain unchanged.
He says teachers continue to care for their students, closely following their academic performance and keeping in touch with them even after they leave school.
Another alumna, Deepika Adhikari, a freelance consultant in health, research, communication and media, says Motithang has established itself as a preferred school among parents in Thimphu.
She says the school has built a strong reputation over the past 10 to 15 years, with many parents now aspiring to enrol their children there.
The Golden Jubilee celebrations provided an opportunity to honour the contributions of generations of teachers, students and alumni who have shaped the school’s legacy.
Pelden Wangchuk
Edited by Sonam Pem
