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Corentyne High School was an envy of many institutions in Guyana, especially for its administration and quality of education delivered in the Corentyne area. As a student of Rose Hall High School and Comprehensive, I am delighted that we can reciprocate in our understanding of the origins and success of the schools.
With respect to Mr. Chandisingh and Mr. Rudra Nath, it was characteristic of these men of profound decency and honesty, who could have been easily swayed by the temptations of riches and privileges, but instead manifested selfless sacrifices for the benefit of students of their schools. Their acts were noble and magnanimous. Their traits have now disappeared from the earth.
Please spread the word of our re-union July 11th 2009 @ Antuns, Queens Village.
Sincerely,
Joe Ragnauth
Alumnus, Corentyne Comprehensive HS
March 3rd, 2009 at 3:36 pm
Noble sentiments eloquently expressed. I agree with you but not in totality. Nobility and magnanimity live on in their students and in those who were fortunate to work under them. Nor will their traits ever “disappear from the earth.” They are live sparks of the Divine Fire.
March 3rd, 2009 at 7:34 pm
Joe,
Both Mr. Chandisingh and Mr. Nath were transformational leaders and innovative luminaries of their day. That many decades after we still remember them with fondness and awe is testament to our sublime assessment of their legendary traits and legacies you speak so well of.
I thank you for reaching out and planting the seeds of friendship on our web pages. Our cricket match this Summer will be a further harbinger of enduring cordialities.
March 3rd, 2009 at 8:49 pm
Joe:
Please allow me to congratulate you on taking the initiative in establishing your school’s web-site, spearheading the upcoming reunion, and reaching out to “planting the seeds of friendship” with us, CHS alumni. I’ve always known you as a relentless go-getter – both with matters relating to your esteemed alma mater and to your involvement, over the years, in the drive to make things better for your fellow Guyanese. I know you have not been accorded the recognition you deserve but, then again, you are not one to go tooting your own horn fishing for accolades. I know also that with you at the forefront, your reunion will be succesful. I look forward to render my support and to be there at Antons!
March 4th, 2009 at 11:48 am
Joe,
Nice post.
The Comprehensive reunion is a great idea. I knew from Julip Singh and Walter Ramdeholl that this was in planning since last year. Rudra Nauth was indeed a very good and respectable man and a great educator. I remember the exodus from Rose Hall Reef and the struggle under the most difficult circumstances to hold the school together at Port Mourant Racetrack. The school came a long way.
We are also delighted to participate in the cricket match on July 12 and look forward to seeing our Comprehensive HS friends at Antuns on July 11.
March 4th, 2009 at 5:57 pm
My dear nephew, Joe:
I support your noble cause with all my heart!