Mirpur: Cherry Blossoms International School and College celebrated its 30th anniversary with a colourful programme on its campus in Mirpur today. Founded in 1996, the institution is the first English-medium school in the Mirpur area. Renowned educationist, social worker, and woman entrepreneur Dr Saleha Kader is the founder principal and chairperson of the institution.
According to Bangladesh Sangbad Sangstha, the milestone was marked with a day-long programme featuring cultural performances, a traditional pitha festival, and a prize-giving ceremony, attended by students, guardians, and invited guests. Managing Director of Alok Hospital and Healthcare Limited Md Lokman Hossain attended as the chief guest, along with founding principal Dr Saleha Kader and vice principal Dr Afsana Amin.
Speaking on the occasion, Dr Saleha Kader highlighted the institution’s journey and challenges since its inception. “As the first English-medium school in Mirpur, we faced many challenges, but with the support of the local community and our determination, we overcame them all. Today, with 30 years of experience, I feel proud of how far we have come,” she said.
Vice Principal Dr Afsana Amin also expressed pride in the institution’s journey, stating that the anniversary marked three decades of commitment to quality education. The event was attended by educational leaders such as Abdullah Al Mamun Liton, regional development manager of Pearson Edexcel; Shahin Reza, country director of Oxford and AQA; Tanvir H Romen, business development manager of Learning Resource Network; Sarwat Reza, country head of Cambridge Board, UK; Nakib Haider, business development manager of Cambridge Board, UK; and Syed Fahim Faisal of British Council, Bangladesh.