Events Details

Programme : GRADUATION CEREMONY 2024–’26 Batch
Date : 12/09/2026
Venue : CICS College of Teacher Education

Introduction
CICS College of Teacher Education organised the Graduation Ceremony of the 2024–’26 Batch on 12 September 2026 at the Conference Hall. The ceremony was organised as a celebration of the successful completion of the teacher education programme by the graduating student teachers and as an occasion to recognise their academic accomplishments, professional aspirations and transition from student teachers to prospective teachers.

Inaugural Proceedings
The ceremony commenced with a prayer led by the College Choir, invoking divine blessings for the graduating students and the proceedings of the day. The prayer set a solemn and positive tone for the celebration.
The gathering was formally welcomed by Dr. Shylaja C. V., Principal, CICS College of Teacher Education. Her welcome address acknowledged the distinguished guests, members of the management, faculty, parents and graduating students, while highlighting the significance of the occasion as an important milestone in the academic and professional journey of the student teachers.
This was followed by the Presidential Address by Prof. M. Mohammed Basheer, Manager, CICS CTE, who addressed the gathering and extended his wishes to the graduating batch.

Graduation Day Address by the Chief Guest
The highlight of the ceremony was the Graduation Day Address delivered by the Chief Guest, Dr. Ahammedul Kabeer A.P., Director, Kerala State Literacy Mission Authority, Government of Kerala.

The Chief Guest's address focused particularly on the changing role and enduring importance of teachers in the digital era. His message was highly relevant to the graduating student teachers, who are preparing to enter a profession that is being significantly influenced by digital technologies, artificial intelligence and rapidly changing educational environments.
A major theme of the address was the changing nature of teaching and learning in the context of technological advancement. The emergence of artificial intelligence and digital learning tools has transformed access to information and created new possibilities for educational practice. However, the Chief Guest emphasised that technological advancement should not be understood as a replacement for the teacher.
AI cannot replace the human value of a teacher
The address strongly highlighted that Artificial Intelligence may support, assist and enhance the educational process, but it cannot replace the fundamental value and human role of a teacher.
The Chief Guest drew attention to the distinct human qualities that teachers bring into education—understanding learners, providing emotional support, motivating students, recognising individual needs, nurturing values and guiding young people in their personal and social development.
The central message was that the future of education should not be viewed as “teachers versus technology”, but rather as teachers empowered by technology.
This perspective placed the teacher at the heart of the educational process even within an increasingly digital learning environment. The address therefore served as an important reminder that the increasing availability of information does not reduce the need for teachers. Rather, it makes the teacher's ability to guide, interpret, evaluate, contextualise and humanise knowledge even more important.
For the graduating student teachers, the message was particularly significant as they are entering classrooms where learners will increasingly interact with AI-powered tools and digital platforms. The teacher's responsibility will consequently involve helping learners use technology responsibly, creatively and critically while ensuring that education remains rooted in human values.

Distribution of Certificates and Recognition of Achievement
Following the Graduation Day Address, the distribution of graduation certificates was conducted.
The graduating student teachers were called forward as their names were announced and were presented with their certificates. The moment marked the culmination of their academic journey at CICS CTE and was received with enthusiasm and applause from the gathering.
Special recognition was also given to the academic achievers of the 2024–’26 Batch. The College Toppers, Option Toppers, and students who secured Distinction and First Class were acknowledged for their academic performance.
The College Toppers recognised were Fidha K. P. and Thahsina K. The Option Toppers included Sona Rensi T. K. from English, Fathima Rifa T. T. from Natural Science, and Amrutha K. from Physical Science.
The achievers were congratulated for their academic commitment and perseverance. Their accomplishments served as an inspiration to the junior batches and reflected the academic culture and commitment to excellence promoted by the institution.

The ceremony also acknowledged the achievements of Mr.Hisham of the current batch who qualified CSIR- JRF Additionally, a few parents received awards representing a few graduates who were unable to attend the convocation in person as they were pursuing higher studies or working outside the state.
Though physically absent, their achievements were celebrated as part of the graduating batch. Their proud parents were invited to receive the certificates on their behalf.
This gesture added an emotional dimension to the ceremony, recognising not only the achievements of the graduates but also the contribution and support of their families in their educational journey. The presence of parents on behalf of their children symbolised the shared nature of educational achievement and made the graduation ceremony meaningful for the families as well.

Graduation Oath
Following the distribution of certificates and recognition of the academic achievers, an important component of the ceremony was the Graduation Oath-taking Ceremony.
The graduating student teachers participated in the oath-taking as they formally affirmed their commitment to the teaching profession.
The oath served as a symbolic transition from their identity as student teachers to their emerging professional identity as educators. Through the oath, the graduates were reminded of the responsibilities associated with teaching and of the need to uphold professional ethics, integrity, dedication, respect for learners and commitment to the educational process.
The oath-taking therefore provided a fitting culmination to the academic recognition, shifting the focus from achievement to responsibility.

Honouring the Chief Guest
The institution honoured the Chief Guest, Dr. Ahammedul Kabeer A.P., as a mark of appreciation for his presence and valuable interaction with the graduating students.
The institution expressed its gratitude for his presence, encouragement and thought-provoking message to the future teachers by presenting a token of gratitude, presented by the Vice President of CICS Er. Hameed Ali.

Felicitations
The formal graduation proceedings were followed by felicitations from representatives of the institution and student community.
Mrs. Myrtle Victor, Vice Principal, CICS CTE offered her felicitations.
Representing the student community, Ms. Aysha Liya, Secretary, CICS CTE Students Union, shared her felicitations. Ms. Kshema Unni, B.Ed. student of the 2026–’28 Batch, also extended greetings to the graduating seniors.
The felicitations reflected the collective happiness and pride of the CICS CTE family in the achievements of the graduating batch.

Vote of Thanks
The formal session concluded with the Vote of Thanks by the IQAC Coordinator Mr.Anulal P who acknowledging the contribution of the Chief Guest, management, Principal, faculty members, parents, students, organisers and all those who contributed to the successful conduct of the graduation ceremony.

National Anthem and Group Photograph
The formal ceremony concluded with the National Anthem, following which the graduating students, dignitaries and faculty members assembled for the Group Photograph.
The photograph captured the graduating batch at an important moment in their professional journey and served as a lasting institutional memory of the Graduation Ceremony.

Tea Break and Musical Programme
A short Tea Break was scheduled from 11:15 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Following the break, the programme continued with a Musical Mélange, scheduled from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

The musical segment provided an informal and celebratory conclusion to the academic proceedings and offered an opportunity for students and guests to relax and enjoy the artistic talents of the CICS community.

The Graduation Ceremony of the 2024–’26 Batch was more than a formal academic function. It represented the culmination of the student teachers' academic preparation and their transition towards professional life.
The programme successfully brought together academic achievement, professional responsibility, family participation and institutional recognition.

Conclusion
The Graduation Ceremony of CICS College of Teacher Education for the 2024–’26 Batch was conducted as a dignified and memorable celebration of academic accomplishment and professional transition.
The ceremony celebrated the graduates' success, recognised academic excellence, honoured the support of parents, and reminded the graduating teachers of the responsibilities that accompany their new professional identity.
The programme concluded on a note of pride, gratitude and optimism, with the CICS CTE family wishing the graduating student teachers success in their future academic, professional and personal journeys.
The Graduation Ceremony thus marked not an end, but the beginning of a new chapter in the lives of the 2024–’26 batch—one in which they step forward as educators, mentors and responsible contributors to the future of education.