St. Lawrence’s Boys’ School (SLBS), Karachi, held a special ceremony to mark the blessing and inauguration of upgraded school facilities, recognize outstanding student performance during the 2025–2026 academic year, and celebrate the 25-year service milestones of two long-serving staff members.
The ceremony was attended by His Grace Archbishop Benny Mario Travas, Archbishop of Karachi, who served as the chief guest and formally blessed four upgraded facilities designed to improve the school’s academic and developmental environment.
The facilities included multipurpose assembly areas in the old and new school buildings, a science laboratory and a computer laboratory.
The upgraded spaces aim to promote collaboration, practical learning, creativity and the overall development of students.
Students Recognized for Academic Excellence
The High Achievers Awards Ceremony recognized students for their academic dedication and achievements during the 2025–2026 academic year.
To inspire students to pursue further success, the school invited distinguished alumni Muhammad Furqan Karim Kidwai, co-founder of Plouton AI, and Muhammed Wasif Uddin, an advisory member of the Prime Minister’s National Youth Council, as honoured guests.
Both alumni shared encouraging messages with students, urging them to strive for excellence, embrace innovation and prepare for future professional opportunities.
Their participation highlighted the importance of maintaining strong connections between the institution and its alumni while encouraging the next generation to pursue their ambitions.
Staff Members Honoured for 25 Years of Service
The ceremony also celebrated the Silver Jubilee of two respected staff members, Mr Muhammad Hanif and Mr Muhammad Shabbir, in recognition of their 25 years of dedicated service to the institution.
The school acknowledged their longstanding commitment, contributions and role in supporting its educational mission.
The milestone served as an opportunity to recognise the value of experienced staff members in maintaining the institution’s traditions and supporting students throughout their academic journeys.
School Management Expresses Gratitude
The St. Lawrence’s Boys’ School management expressed its gratitude to Archbishop Benny Mario Travas for attending the ceremony and blessing the upgraded facilities.
The management also thanked the returning alumni and faculty members whose participation helped make the occasion memorable for students, staff and the wider school community.
The combined celebrations reflected the school’s commitment to academic achievement, improved educational facilities, alumni engagement and recognition of dedicated service.
