Fr. George Thomas Chelackal, Principal of Alphonsa English Medium School, Thamarassery, has been chosen by the Central Board of Secondary Education for the “CBSE Award to Teachers for the year-2015,” in recognition of his meritorious service in the field of education.
The CBSE said in a communication to the Principal that the award would be presented to him at a function in New Delhi on September 3. The award would comprise a certificate of commendation, Rs.50,000 cash, and a shawl.
The announcement coincided with the silver jubilee celebrations of the school, the institution said in a press release.