By Chaniru Senhas (Web Content Team) Young Trinitians of Grade 5 delved into the wonders of electronic circuits and power sources at the Workshop held on the 19th of July, organized by the Junior School Science Society. Here, over the course of 2 and a half hours, students were not only educated on electronic circuits, but also given the opportunity to gain hands-on experience working with components such as LEDs, resistors and transistors. The workshop commenced with a short lecture on the many different types electronic components and power sources, providing students with the foundational knowledge required. Then, they proceeded to learn how to form circuits with these components and power sources in order to interact with the real world, setting the stage for practical application. The highlight of the workshop, however, was the practical activity where students collaborated in groups to build a model of a city with street lights. This session was met with sheer excitement from students, who were eager to apply their newly acquired knowledge. Overall, the Science Society workshop was a success, combining theoretical knowledge with hands-on application to inspire and educate students in the field of electronics and project development Special thanks has to be extended to the Headmistress, Mrs. Chamali de Tissera for her unwavering support, the Grade 5 Sectional Head, Mrs. Malrani Rodrigo, for her guidance, and the Teacher-in-Charge of the Science Society, Ms Mayanthi Abeykoon, for her hard work to make the event a success, and all the students who took part in the workshop.
Review by Nimuthu Pathiraja (Web Content Team) A commendable performance made the Debating Team of TCK Kandy, take pride in their efforts at the Inter-school debating championship organised by the APIIT Law school, held on the 8th, 9th and 15th of June 2024. The team, captained by Mast. Thesath Keppetiyagama along with Mast. Sanchitha Wickrama, Nethula Hettihewage and Shahrukh Fairooz performed with great success, remaining unbeaten in the preliminary rounds of the tournament and entered out rounds breaking 1st. The team victoriously made to the finals of the competition after surreal performances in both the quarter-finals and semi-finals, triumphing over teams of Dharmaraja College and St’ Bridget’s Convent, and after an extremely tensed and heated debate against Royal College Colombo at the APIIT premises, They emerged runners up. All three debaters received accolades for their unprecedented debating prowess. Master. Thesath Keppetiyagama emerged the best debater, Master. Sanchitha Wickrama the 6th best debater and Master. Nethula Hettihewage was awarded the 14th best debater. We congratulate the Trinity College Debate team for their successful performance and wish them the best of luck in future endeavors while also appreciating the efforts of the teacher-in-charge of the English Debating Society, Mrs. Fathima Majeed, the Head Coach Mr. Suchith Tissera and all others who supported their performance
By Nethula Hettihewage HFCMUN 2024 marks the 8th rendition of the Holy Family Convent Model United Nations conference, a conference of esteemed reputation amongst the MUN circuit in Sri Lanka. Held on the 29th & 30th of June, the conference saw the attendance of many participants from multiple schools from across the country, further emphasising its importance in the MUN circuit The Trinity College Model United Nations club saw great success in the conference, with all participating delegates playing major roles within committee debate and being subject to much appraisal from committee chairs and fellow delegates alike. To much pride, two participating delegates managed to gain awards in the conference. The 2 award winners are: Shaluka Herath – Honorary Mention, United Nations Security Council Nethula Hettihewage – Honorary Mention, United Nations Children’s Fund Current and past TCMUN members also had a massive role to play in the conference as committee chairs, guiding and moderating the committee through their years of experience as TCMUN members, The Chairs are: Sanchitha Wickrama – United Nations Security Council Jayageeth Basnayake – General Assembly 1 All in all, this conference was an exceptional display of talent and excellence from the members of TCMUN but also, a promise of more to come in future conferences.
Reviewed by Thejaka Abeysekara & Thehas Dayaratne (Web Content Team) On June 27th, the Astronomical Society of Trinity College Kandy (ASTCK) hosted an indelible workshop that brought together students and experts for an exciting day of astronomy. Special guests from the Foundation of Astronomical Studies and Exploration (FASE) made the event remarkable. Commencing at 2:30 pm with students from grades 6-9, in the impressively packed Napier Hall, FASE kicked off the event with two fascinating lectures. The first was an introduction to astrophysics and general astronomy, that provided complex ideas about the universe. Rocket Launches After the initial lecture, there was a short break for refreshments. Students then participated in a thrilling water-rocket competition organized by FASE and ASTCK members. Divided into five groups, participants designed, built, and launched their own rockets. A standout moment was a demonstration by Master Branon Stephan from Grade 10, who impressed everyone with his skills. Exploring Telescopes and the Night Sky The final lecture focused on observational astronomy, specifically the anatomy and usage of telescopes. This session, delivered by FASE, was particularly valuable as it prepared students for the evening’s telescopic observation. Despite cloudy skies and the threat of rain, the perseverance of ASTCK and FASE members ensured that the students were able to observe a few constellations, making the best of the situation. The workshop wrapped up around 8:30 PM, with excitement still in the air. The clouds parted just enough to allow glimpses of the night sky, enabling students to put their new knowledge to use. Under the guidance of FASE and ASTCK members, participants marveled at the constellations, ending the day on a high note. The success of this workshop wouldn’t have been possible without the unwavering support of several individuals. Special thanks go to Mr. Wasana Dissanayake, TCCEI, Mrs. Nalika Gunarathne (Teacher in charge of ASTCK), and the ASTCK student committee. Their dedication and hard work made the event a resounding success, leaving a lasting impact on all who attended. This workshop wasn’t just an educational event; it was an inspiring journey into the cosmos, igniting a passion for astronomy and science in young students. The collaboration between ASTCK and FASE set a high standard for future events, promising even more exciting explorations of the universe.
2024ක් වන මෙ වසරේදී ත්රිත්ව විද්යාලය තුල අභිමානවත් වර්ෂ 111ක් සපුරාලන විද්යාලීය සිංහල සාහිත්ය සංගමය විසින් ත්රිත්වයන්ගේ විවාද කුසලතා ඔපනැංවීමෙහිලා දෙවන වරටත් සංවිධානය කරනු ලැබූ “සද් භාෂා නිම්තෙරක් සොයා යන යෞවනයේ වාග් යාත්රාව” ලෙසින් කලඑළි ගැන්වූ නිවාසාන්තර වාග් සංග්රාමයේ මූලික වටය අතිසාර්තක අයුරින් විද්යාලීය පරිශ්රයේදි ජුනි මස 22වන ශනි දින දිගහරුනි. තරගාවලිය උදෙසා සහභාගී වන නවක විවාදකයින් සදහා පුහුණු මාලාවක්ද සිංහල සාහිත්ය සංගමය විසින් පුහුණු සැසි තුනක් ඔස්සේ සංවිධානය කරනු ලැබුවේ සිංහල සාහිත්ය සංගමයේ සභාපති චේතිය අබේකෝන්, විද්යාලීය සිංහල විවාද සංසදයේ නායක සෙත්ලත් දිස්සානායක ප්රමුඛ සාමාජිකයන් හා ආදි විවාදකයින්ගේ අනුශාසකත්වයෙනි. පළමු වැඩමුළුව මැයි 15 දින පැවැත්විණි. මෙම වැඩමුළුව මගින් තරගකරුවන්ට විවාද කිරීමේ මූලික කරුණු පිළිබඳව මනා අවබෝධයක් ලබා දෙන ලදී.දෙවන වැඩමුළුව මැයි 22 වන බදාදා දින පැවැත්වූයේ විවාද කුසලතා තවදුරටත් වර්ධනය කිරීම සඳහා තරගකරුවන්ට අවශ්ය දැනුම සහ පුහුණුව ලබා දීමේ අපේක්ෂාවෙණි. අවසාන වැඩමුළුව ජූනි 12ස් වන දින පැවැත්වූ අතර එහිදී තරගකරුවන්ට තරගාවලියේ දී තම කණ්ඩායමට ජයග්රහණය කරවන මාර්ගවලට මනා අවබෝධයක් ලබා දෙන ලදී. උරෙන් උර ගැටුණු විවාද කිහිපයක් අවසානයේ දී මෙවර නිවාසාන්තර වාග් සංග්රාමයේ අවසන් මහා තරගයට කනිෂ්ඨ හා ජ්යෙෂ්ඨ අංශයන් ඔස්සෙ නිවාස දෙක බැගින් තේරීපත්වූයේ විද්වත් විනිසුරු මණ්ඩලයක ප්රධානත්වයෙනි. ජ්යෙෂ්ඨ අංශය නිවාසය මුළු ලකුණු Garret 60 Oorloof 50 Simithraaratchy 45 CBH 20 Lemuel 0 කන්ෂ්ඨ අංශය නිවාසය මුළු ලකුණු Squealery 70 Pilcher 45 Gibson 25 Saunders 20 Sahayam 15 ඒ අනුව කනිෂ්ඨ අංශයෙන් මූලික වටය තම වාග් කෞශල්යයෙන් සැරසූ Squealery නිවාසය හා ඔවුන් හා නොදෙවෙනිව ගැටුණු Pilcher නිවාසය අවසන් මහා තරගයේදී තරග වැදීමට සුදුසුකම් ලබා තිබේ. ජ්යෙෂ්ඨ අංශයෙන්, ඉතා උණුසුම් විවාද කිහිපයකින් අනතුරුව මූලික වටයේදී අපරාජිත Garret නිවාසයද, තරගකාරී Oorloff නිවාසයද, “සද් භාෂා නිම්තෙරක් සොයා යන යෞවනයේ වාග් යාත්රාව”, නිවාසාන්තර වාග් සංග්රාමයේ ශූරතාවය තමන් සතු කර ගැනීමෙ අභිප්රායෙන් විද්යාලීය උදෑසන රැස්වීමේදී තරග වැදීමට නියමිත වේ. අශේන් විජේසිංහ ( සිංහල විවාද සංසදය, සිංහල සාහිත්ය සංගමය)
By Nimuthu Pathiraja and Krishiv Ekash The adverse effects of human activities over the past centuries have led to a daunting rise in temperature levels, which in turn have led to the infamous climate change. As future generations, it is our responsibility to ensure that we take the necessary precautions and actions to combat this hazard. Recognizing the importance of awareness about this critical issue, the Environment Pioneer Brigade organised several events to bring upon change. As a result, the “Climate Week” was held for the second consecutive year from the 3rd to the 7th of June 2024, to celebrate the World Environment Day. The keynote speaker of this event, that was held at the College hall was, Ms. Udayanga Basnayake – The chief civil engineer at the Dam and Reservoir control center at the Mahaweli Authority in Kandy, on the 5th of June at the Middle School assembly to enlighten the young audience on the importance of water conservation and restoration with a special emphasis on the Mahaweli River. Understanding the critical role of healthy water sources and the challenges the officials face is crucial for all of us, especially considering the theme for this year’s World Environment Day: “Land restoration, desertification and drought resilience.” At the end of this educational session, students were able to gain apt knowledge of how we can contribute to the long-term efforts of conserving water. Integrating the environment with aesthetics and art, the Environmental Pioneer Brigade, in collaboration with the Art Circle, organised an Art Competition on the 6th of June, to foster creativity while raising awareness about environmental protection and fighting against climate change, and our responsibility towards nature’s resources. It can be stated that the event was well participated, showcasing a love towards the environment among future generations. This year’s climate week wrapped up leaving a positive impact on all students on the 7th of June, with a special workshop on “Saving Our Soil: The Battle against Degradation” in the evening hours of Friday. The keynote speaker was Dr. Duminda Vidana Gamage, a Senior Lecturer in Soil Physics at the Department of Soil Science, University of Peradeniya. A special note of thanks goes to the Teacher-in-charge of the Environment Pioneer Brigade, Mrs. Nimesha Wimalasena and the staff advisors: Mrs. Darshani Abeykoon and Mrs. Madara Harischandra for their tireless efforts in making this event a success, with efforts to make a better, greener world.
Reviewed by Thisal Rajapakse The Young Inventors’ and Researchers’ Club of Trinity College, in collaboration with the Library Council, launched a series of workshops, titled, ‘Inquiring Minds’ Workshops’, to encourage young students to support their inquiring minds to further engage in innovation, creativity, critical thinking and problem solving. The first lecture in the series was held on May 27th at the Napier Multipurpose Arena. Titled, ‘An Introduction to Research Methodology,’ the workshop was about the foundation and substance of research. Dr. Kumudu Kopiyawattage, an esteemed Senior Lecturer from the Department of Agricultural Extension of the University of Peradeniya, served as our special guest lecturer and guide, leading students from the middle and upper sections alike, on an extremely informative and interactive journey, exploring the essence of research. In the simple span of 2 hours, Dr. Kumudu managed to explain the basic essence of research and managed to entrap the audience in a world of endless possibilities. Helping to foster future researchers, this one workshop impacted all those who attended and imparted to them many facets of research, that will forever serve them in their future endeavors. This being the first of a series of equally enthralling and captivating workshops, we can only wait in anticipation for what the future may hold.
Reviewed by Rehan Anandakumar In a vibrant display of culture and tradition, Trinity College marked the 105th edition of its Muthamizh Vizha on the 3rd of May 2024. The longstanding celebration of Tamil heritage brought together students, faculty, and community members in a joyous commemoration of language, arts, and music. At the heart of the festivities stood Dr. Mrs. S.R. Thevar, a luminary in Tamil academia. His presence as the Former Faculty Head and Senior Lecturer of Tamil Language at the University of Peradeniya, echoed pride among the gathering. Her distinguished legacy infused the occasion with a sense of honour and scholarly pursuit. The theme of this year’s event was, ‘Agriculture (மருத நிலம்)’ that influenced the vibrant stage decorations. The event commenced with the echo of the Tamizh Thaai Vaazhthu, voicing out pride and reverence for the Tamil motherland. An introductory video, providing a view into the Tamil culture and its significance, set the stage. Amidst a warm welcome, the audience was greeted with a captivating Welcome Dance, a vibrant portrayal of Tamil tradition followed by the speech of the Master-In-Charge Mr.S.Kobikirushna, that paved the way for a brilliant ensemble of events. The highlight of the evening was the recognition of academic excellence, as students from guest schools were honoured for their performances at the inter-school competitions held the previous week. Among the standout performances was a soulful solo song by Master. Shane Yeshel, who captivated the audience with his melodious voice which portrayed the unique cultural vibes of the Tamil community. The artistic flair of Trinity College students was on full display with a riveting Drama by Grade 11 students, which without a doubt was a pulse pounding rollercoaster of emotions as it portrayed the hardships that a farmer must face in his life. This theme resonated in a mesmerizing dance by the students of grade 13. A collective harmony reverberated through a Group Song, as students united in a musical celebration, followed by the grand launch of the Thirithvodayam Magazine, a testament to the literary prowess of the Tamil community within Trinity College. The audience listened to the soul-melting tunes of a song sung by the multifaceted Mr.Ravindran, from TCK’s staff. The evening reached its pinnacle with a mesmerizing Seetha Bagaranam Dance Drama, a masterpiece that transported spectators to the realms of myth and mystery. For the first time, the 2nd Language Tamil students added their voices to the celebration with a beautiful group song, symbolizing unity and the cultural diversity at Trinity. Then, our principal Father Araliya Jayasundara expressed in Tamil, his sentiments of pride and admiration for the student’s achievements, which was indeed a highlight and a spectacle to watch, Next up was the grade 14 concept dance which was not just a dance but a debate between modern and traditional melodies which impressed the guests as this gave out important life lessons to the audience. The most awaited speech from our Chief Guest Dr.Mrs.S.R.Thevar, added a touch of wisdom, inspiring the next generation to embrace their cultural heritage with pride. The ceremony concluded with a Documentary Video, offering a glimpse into the historical and contemporary significance of Tamil culture, followed by a heartfelt Vote of Thanks, expressing gratitude to all who contributed to the success of the event. As the curtains fell on another memorable Muththamizh Vizha, Trinity College reaffirmed its commitment to preserving and celebrating the rich legacy of Tamil culture, ensuring that its echoes resonate for generations to come.
Reviewed by Rehan Anandakumar On an island that is home to more than 248 species of butterflies, it is an imperative to educate the younger generation on the beauty and unmatched significance of these wonderful creatures. Therefore, we were fortunate to have the pleasure of hearing from Dr. George Michael Van der Poorten, a distinguished old boy of Trinity College Kandy and one of the best lepidopterists in Sri Lanka, who has dedicated his life to learning and researching about these creatures for more than four decades. On the 2nd of March 2024, Dr. George Michael Van der Poorten, along with his wife, Dr. Nancy Van der Poorten, visited the Junior School and delivered a talk on butterflies for students of the Nature Club from grades four to six. Commencing at around nine thirty in the morning, a valuable and thrilling flow of information and interaction continued until eleven O’ clock at the Oorloff block. It was an interactive talk, educating enthusiastic students on different species of butterflies, their special abilities and significance to nature, while also challenging the students to think critically about the world and environment they inhabit. Undoubtedly, every student present at the session gained invaluable knowledge about these winged wonders. It was a rare opportunity to learn from the best of the best. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Mrs. Indu Gunawardena for the initiative in inviting such a seasoned expert on behalf of the students of the Nature Club of Trinity College Kandy to enrich their learning experience. We would also like to thank Mrs. Dilrukshi Dunuweera for the help and support extended towards this programme.
Reviewed by Shaluka Herath The 105th edition of the Hill Country Battle of the Blues took place on the 15th and 16th of March. Despite the match resulting in a draw, the organization of the event emerged victorious. A pivotal factor in this success was the comprehensive PR campaign and live streaming of this encounter by the Trinity College Media Unit, under the guidance of Trinity College’s PROMWEB. This achievement was the culmination of months of tireless effort by dedicated students and staff who worked relentlessly day and night in preparation for the event. While live streaming was active in previous years, the 2024 edition proved to be the most successful production to date. Powered by Dialog, the live coverage of this much-awaited match garnered an impressive total of 92,000 views across all platforms, receiving additional exposure on national television via the Papare Channel. The production crew, composed of both current and past members of the Trinity College Media Unit, persevered through long hours under challenging weather conditions, to ensure a seamless broadcast. The team contributed expertise in various domains such as videography, graphics, photography, and commentary, showcasing promising talent in these fields. The unsung heroes of the school were appreciated for their efforts with a well-deserved night of fellowship on April 5th, during which, they were honored with a felicitation ceremony followed by a complimentary dinner, generously provided by the Principal Rev. Araliya Jayasundara and the college administration. This gesture serves as a token of appreciation, not only for their invaluable contributions to the Big Match but also for their unwavering dedication in recording and promoting school events. Videography Photography Commentary Graphics