88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 i | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Contents
Agenda for 88th Annual General Meeting
The College Anthem
Minutes of the 87th Annual General Meeting
Annual Report 2018/2019
Composition of the OBA
Sub-Committees
Membership Development
Meetings of the General Committee for the Year 2018/2019
Events and Activities Organized by the Sub Committees for the Year 2018/2019
Branches of the OBA
Old Boys Groups/Batches
Achievements of Old Boys
In Memoriam
Acknowledgements
Financial Statements
Obtain your Life Membership
Honorary Members
Past Presidents
Past General Secretaries
Past Treasurers
The National Anthem
Notice Board – Future Event
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Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 1 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Old Boys’ Association of St. Sebastian’s College, Moratuwa 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Date: Sunday, 18th August 2019 Venue: St. Sebastian’s College, Main Hall
PROGRAMME
8.30 am HOLY MASS at the College Chapel Followed by BREAKFAST with Rev. Fr. Rector
10.30 am ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING
AGENDA FOR 88th AGM 2019
. Lighting of the Oil lamp . Opening Prayer . College Anthem . Reading the Notice convening the Meeting . Reading the minutes of the 87th Annual General Meeting and Adoption . Matters arising out of minutes . Adoption of the Annual Report . Adoption of the Audited Statement of Accounts as at 31st December 2018 and Auditor's Report . Tabling of letters received if any . Considering any Resolutions and/or any amendments to the Constitution for which due notice has been given . Conferment of Honorary Membership . Address by Rev. Fr. Rector . Address by the President . Election of Office Bearers and the General Committee for the year 2019/2020 . Election of Auditor . Address by the elected President . Brief Note on future OBA events . Any other business for which due notice has been given . Vote of Thanks . National Anthem
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THE COLLEGE ANTHEM
Chorus: Wave, O wave the Green, White and Gold, And bear it aloft, still to heights so bold: O lads brave lads of lealty’s lure Awaiting the Lord, Him manfully serve.
O come, ring out your song Sebastianites And loyal be your hearts: your voices free Unite, unite your Alma Mater calls, To dare to fight to win beneath her shield Your life she moulds, be wise in learning’s lure Be true the Crown is won in Heaven’s shore.
Lyrics by: Rev. Bro. Anselam Alixtas Music Composed by: Anton Krasse
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Minutes of the 87th Annual General Meeting held on 21st July 2018
The 87th Annual General Meeting was held on Saturday 21st July 2018 at the College Main Hall presided by the President Mr. Lester Gunawardene. The meeting was preceded by a Holy Mass at the College Chapel. The Chief celebrant was Rev. Fr. Merl Mendis OMI, an Old Boy of the College. The meeting commenced at 5.30 p.m., by lighting the traditional Oil lamp by the Vice Patrons and Office Bearers of the OBA. After lighting the oil lamp, the College Anthem was sung and the key Office Bearers took up their seats at the head table to proceed with the day’s agenda. The house observed a minute silence in the remembrance of the departed members, Teachers, College administrators and Old Boys especially remembered the former Rector late Rev. Fr. Bonnie Fernandopulle and our senior General Committee member Mr. Leslie Gunawardena.
Notice Convening the Meeting The Hony General Secretary, Mr. Shameera Fernando read the notice convening the meeting and the agenda to the house.
Minutes of the 86th Annual General Meeting held on 22nd July 2017 Minutes of the aforementioned Annual General Meeting was circulated and adopted as correct, proposed by Capt. Patrick Jayasinghe and Seconded by Mr. Christy Fernando.
Matters Arising Out of Minutes No matters were raised out of the minutes.
Adoption of the Annual Report for 2017/2018 The Annual Report was distributed as part of the booklet (page 08 to 24) among the members. The synopsis of the report was presented as a video show which was prepared by the Media and Publicity Team with the collaboration of Secretary to the house. The Annual Report was adopted as correct, proposed by Mr. Premalal Aponso and Seconded by Mr. Mahesh Mendis.
Adoption of Audited Statement of Accounts The Hony Treasurer, Mr. Suneth Fernando read out the Auditors Report. The Audited Accounts contained in the booklet (page 25 to 32) distributed and adopted as correct with Mr. Mahesh Mendis proposing the same and seconded by Mr. Eranka Fernando.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 4 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Letters Received A Couple of letters were received from Mr. Janith Peiris and Mr. Malinga Peiris excusing them from attending the AGM.
Resolutions/Amendments to the Constitution The Hony General Secretary read out a resolution for amendment of the constitution which was proposed by Mr. Delip Fernando at the General Committee meeting prior to the AGM. The list of amendments is given as an Annexure to the minutes. In terms of Section 8.4 Membership Fees of the Constitution, the General Committee at its meeting held on 9th July 2018, decided to propose to this AGM to revise the membership fees as follows: 1. Ordinary Membership fee shall be LKR 100/- per year. 2. Life Membership fee shall be LKR 1,000/- The house decided to proceed with the proposed Membership fee structure which will be effective from 21st July 2018 onwards. As the amendments were in order, proposed by Mr. Delip Fernando and seconded by Mr. Julian Fernando the house unanimously accepted them.
Honorary Life Memberships The President read out and briefed on the proposed Honorary Life Memberships of the year 2018/2019 to be conferred on a decision made by the General Committee, on the recommendation of a subcommittee headed by Capt. Patrick Jayasinghe as listed below: Mr. Angelo Fernando – Country Head, Public Bank Sri Lanka Operation Prof. Patrick Hettiarachchi – Professor of Environmental Engineering, University of Calgary, Canada Prof. Sunil Cooray - Professor in Electronics and Computer Science Prof. Terrence Fernando – Professor in Computer Science Mr. Sriyan Fonseka – Chartered Engineer A medal and the certificate were awarded to Mr. Angelo Fernando who was present at the meeting to mark the above appreciations.
Address by Rev. Fr. Rector In his address to the membership, Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi highlighted recent achievements of the College and the students. He also described the measures that they took to bring down the failure rate at GCE (Ordinary Level) Examinations and ongoing developments of the College. He requested the support of each and every individual to be a part of God’s plan to help students and development projects. He further stressed on the importance of creating facilities for students to excel in their own talents and requested to work towards the betterment of the College by supporting students to make them more competent. Furthermore, he thanked the OBA for the support extended towards the College during the past year. He concluded by wishing the new committee and the OBA the very best in all their future endeavors.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 5 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Address by the President of OBA The President reminisced the past three years since he took over, the heavy responsibilities, the enjoyable and difficult moments and the year which was in focus an eventful one. He gave special thanks to all Project Chairmen of the projects undertaken during the last term, their committee members for successful completion of projects and the members who attended the events of OBA during the year 2017/2018. He thanked Rev. Fr. Rector, the Priest Community of the College, the staff members and support staff for the co-operation extended to OBA and its activities. He also thanked the outgoing Hony General Secretary for his active support. He noted that without the support of the General Committee members, it would not have been able to carry out his work for the period of 3 years under tough challenging environments. He wished the new committee to be appointed and ended up by thanking all members who were present at the AGM.
Appreciations Following members were presented with a token of appreciation for their commendable efforts to complete the respective projects. The plaques were given away by the President.
Member Name Project Mr. Omar Amarasekara AGM Get Together 2017 Mr. Praveen Fernando Dinner Dance 2017, ‘The Sebastianites at the Oscars’ Mr. Dinusha Fernando Christmas Get Together 2017 Mr. Roshantha Fernando Stag Nite 2017 Mr. Shameera Fernando Token of Appreciation as the outgoing Secretary
A special award was presented to Mr. Lester Gunawardena for his praiseworthy work as the President during his tenure.
Election of Office Bearers and the General Committee for the Year 2017/2018 Capt. Patrick Jayasinghe was nominated as the Pro Tem Chairman. He introduced the Election Committee and advised to accept and respect the positions for which members have applied. Mr. Delip Fernando as the Chairman of the Election Panel took the podium to explain the procedures as per the Constitution when appointing Office Bearers and General Committee members. No objections were raised when he announced the following nominations to the General Committee at its meeting held on 10th June 2018.
President - Mr. Ajith Fernando Hony Treasurer - Mr. Suneth Fernando
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 6 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING In terms of the Nominations received as per the letter of the Hony General Secretary convening the Annual General Meeting, the names of the following elected Office bearers were finally announced. President Mr. Ajith Fernando
Hony General Secretary Mr. Tharindu Fernando
Assistant Secretaries Mr. Devapriya De Silva Mr. Rumesh Paranavithana
Hony Treasurer Mr. Suneth Fernando
Assistant Treasurer Mr. Roshan Opatha
Immediate Past President Mr. Lester Gunawardena
Vice Presidents It was informed that 11 Vice Presidents are to be appointed at the first General Committee Meeting for the year 2018/19.
General Committee Members Mr. Delip Fernando read out the nominations received for General Committee 2018/19 to the house. A total of 68 nominations were received. He further stated that out of the nominations received, six (6) applications were disqualified. Mr. Gishan Fernando Mr. Shehan Silva Mr. Omar Amarasekara Mr. Peshan Anthony Mr. Rajith Seneviratne Mr. Priyanjith Fernando Mr. George Perera Mr. Eranka Fernando Mr. Reshan De Silva Mr. Viduranga Peiris Mr. Sandaruwan Fernando Mr. T D M De Saa Mr. Janith Peiris Mr. Dinusha Fernando Mr. Keneth Fernando Mr. Roshantha Fernando Mr. Shashika Peiris Mr. Hemal Mendis Mr. Krishan Gunawardena Mr. Brian Mendis Mr. Prasanga De Silva Mr. Asanka Suwaris Mr. Malinga Peiris Mr. Shiral Fernando Mr. Ruchira Cooray Mr. Lakshan Fernando Mr. Dunston Peiris Mr. Udayanga Hewage Mr. Uresh Sandanayake Mr. Lester Gunawardena Mr. Stanis Madawa Mr. Sameera Perera Mr. Anton Perera Mr. Malindra Rodrigo Mr. Oshantha Peiris Mr. Delip Fernando Mr. Prashan Mendis Mr. Kushara Weerasekera Mr. Jayantha Peiris Mr. Rukshan Amarasekara Mr. Sudham de S Wijeyeratne Mr. Kingsley Mendis Mr. Nilan Perera Mr. Vishwajith Manjula Mr. Lakshman Fernando Mr. Kanishka De Silva Mr. Nishantha Wamback Mr. Harendra Fernando Mr. Ajan Perera Mr. Praveen Perera Mr. Maxwell Abeyratne Mr. Praneeth Mendis Mr. Rupanath Wickramaratne Mr. Premalal Aponso Mr. Dinesh Fernando Mr. Anton Rulach Mr. Bernard Fernando Mr. Shaminda Peiris Mr. Mahesh Mendis Mr. Christy Fernando Mr. Dennis Cooray Mr. Niroshan Aponso
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 7 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Batch Representatives It was informed that submission of nominations for Batch representation will be opened for the remaining seats until the first General Committee meeting, where the member list will be finalized. Following nomination was received during the AGM itself.
Name Batch Mr. Merl Perera 65/66 Batch
Election of Honorary Auditor The name of Ruwan De Silva and Co. was proposed by Mr. Premalal Aponso and seconded by Mr. Lester Gunawardena.
Address by the Newly Elected President Mr. Ajith Fernando addressed the gathering by introducing himself and appreciated the memorable occasion of being elected as the President unanimously. He thanked all who positioned him as the President of the Association and promised to take every endeavor to make OBA to step further to a higher level. He further requested the support of new Committee members and Batches to stay around and ensure their help. Finally, he stressed that his wish is to do the best for the College in return and wished all, God’s blessings to carry out their duties.
Brief note on future OBA events Mr. Premalal Aponso informed the house about the upcoming projects. Starting with the community service project, “Free Medical Camp’18” in collaboration with St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Sebastian’s College, which is scheduled to be conducted on Sunday 22nd July 2018. This event is being organized on behalf of Rev. Fr. Rector as he celebrates his 25th Ordination Anniversary. He will join 20-30 doctors coming to treat patients in Moratuwa area. This project is somewhat on a larger scale compared to previous Free Medical Camps which were organized by the Association because it covers most important areas like General Physician Consultation, Dental Services, Eye Checkup, Blood Donation including free medicine and diagnosis tests along with a presentation session on awareness of ‘healthy living’. Mr. Aponso requested members who are eligible to donate blood as it’s a worthy cause. Secondly he stated about the Fund raising project called ‘Family Night with Marians’ scheduled to be on stage at Ramadia Ranmal Holiday Resort, Moratuwa on 14th September 2018. He further stressed the need for everyone’s fullest support and mentioned about the event arrangements and details. Finally, he described the importance of joining with OBA and requested young batches to join hands with the Association.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 8 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Any Other Business A member of SEBS 2009 Batch was invited to the stage to launch the Sebastianite Car Badge, a project which is organized in aid of the memorial fund for Rev. Fr. Bonnie Fernandopulle and late SEBS 2009 Batch mates. He solicited member support for the project.
Vote of Thanks Mr. Premalal Aponso briefly described about the future planned College Entrance modification. He thanked God for his blessings towards the Association to carry out all its activities even during difficult situations in the year ahead. He thanked Rev. Fr. Rector and wished on his 25th Ordination Anniversary to be celebrated. He also thanked the outgoing President Mr. Lester Gunewardena, The Hony General Secretary Mr. Shameera Fernando for his excellent job as the Secretary, the Hon Treasurer, Mr. Suneth Fernando for his great efforts in the administration of finance, and the Project Chairmen for carrying their projects towards success. Finally he invited all the members to join with the AGM Get-together which is scheduled to start at 7.30 p.m. at Randiya Hotel, Moratuwa.
Since there was no other business, the 87th Annual General Meeting was adjourned at 7.15 p.m., after singing the National Anthem.
------Kusal Tharindu Fernando Ajith Fernando Hony General Secretary President
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Proposed Constitution Amendments of the Old Boys’ Association was adopted at the 87th Annual General Meeting held on 21st July 2018. It was proposed as to be in order by Mr. Delip Fernando and seconded by Mr. Julian Fernando.
Present: 6.1 General Meeting As and when required, a General Meeting of the Association should be called by the Secretary after giving one month’s notice.
Amended as: 6.1 General Meeting As and when required, a General Meeting of the Association should be called by the Secretary after giving one month’s notice. The due notice for the meeting shall be given by way of individual letters sent to members to their recorded address or by publishing the paper notices in 2 different National Newspapers each, in Sinhala and English Languages, providing the necessary information.
Present: 6.1.6 The Agenda for a General Meeting shall be sent to every member at least 07 days before the Meeting. Copies of the Annual Audited Accounts too, shall be sent with the Agenda.
Amended as: 6.1.6 The Agenda for a General Meeting shall be sent to every member with the individual letters sent calling for the General Meeting or shall be included in the Paper Notices to be published, as per section 6.1 of this Constitution.
Present: 6.3.1 The Annual Report submitted by the Honorary General Secretary and the Audited Statement of Accounts with the Auditor’s Certificate submitted by the Honorary Treasurer shall be tabled for adoption at this Meeting.
Amended as: 6.3.1 The Annual Report submitted by the Honorary General Secretary and the Audited Statement of Accounts with the Auditor’s Certificate submitted by the Honorary Treasurer
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 10 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING shall be tabled for adoption at this Meeting. Printed copies of the Annual Audited Accounts with the Auditor’s Certificate shall be circulated to all members prior to commencement of the meeting.
Present: 2.1 All past pupils of the College are eligible to apply for membership of the Association. Each member shall pay a fee which is in force at the time of submitting the application.
Amended as: 2.1 All past pupils of the College are eligible to apply for membership of the Association. Each member shall pay a fee which is in force at the time of submitting the application.
2.1.1 Ordinary Memberships Any past pupil may apply to be considered an Ordinary Member of the Association, by paying the Ordinary Membership fee which is in force at the time. The Membership so obtained shall be restricted to one year and Ordinary Membership need to be renewed annually making the applicable annual fee. Any Ordinary Member is able to renew such Ordinary Membership for a maximum period of three years and after the lapse of the three year period his Membership shall cease. During the currency of the Ordinary Membership, such members are encouraged to obtain the Life Membership of the Association.
2.1.2 Life Membership Any past pupil may apply to be considered a Life Member of the Association, by paying the Life Membership fee which is in force at the time. A Life Member may continue to be a Member of the Association during his entire life time, unless otherwise terminated by the Member at his will or forfeited by the Association under Section 9 of this Constitution.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 11 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING ANNUAL REPORT 2018/2019 THE OLD BOYS’ ASSOCIATION OF ST. SEBASTIAN’S COLLEGE - MORATUWA
The General Committee of the Old Boys’ Association of St. Sebastian’s College, Moratuwa is pleased to present its performance report at the 88th Annual General Meeting for the period 22nd July 2018 to 18th August 2019 together with the financial statements for the year ended 31st December 2018.
COMPOSITION OF THE OBA
Patron : His Eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith (Archbishop of Colombo)
Vice Patrons : Ex-Officio - Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi (Rector) until 31st July 2019 & Rev. Fr. Anton Ranjith (Rector) since 1st August 2019 Elected - Mr. Prathapkumar De Silva JP Mr. Julian Fernando Capt. Patrick Jayasinghe PSV JP
The Business of the Association was managed by the General Committee totaling 70 members which consisted of, - 6 Elected Office Bearers - Immediate Past President (IPP) - 11 Vice Presidents elected at the 1st General Committee Meeting - 45 Elected General Committee members [Current] - 07 Nominated Batch Representatives [Current]
President . Mr. Ajith Fernando
Vice Presidents . Mr. Omar Amarasekara . Mr. Vishwajith Manjula . Mr. Prasanga De Silva . Mr. Mahesh Mendis . Mr. Reshan De Silva . Mr. Jayantha Peiris . Mr. Bernard Fernando . Mr. Malinga Peiris . Mr. Christy Fernando (IPP) . Mr. Sudham De S. Wijeyerathne . Mr. Manjula Fernando
Immediate Past President (IPP) . Mr. Lester Gunawardena (Late)
Hony General Secretary . Mr. Kusal Tharindu Fernando
Assistant Secretaries . Mr. Devapriya De Silva . Mr. Rumesh Paranavithana
Hony Treasurer . Mr. Suneth Fernando
Assistant Treasurer . Mr. Roshan Opatha
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 12 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING General Committee Members . Mr. Maxwell Abeyratne . Mr. Ronesh Fernando . Mr. Shehan Peiris . Mr. Niroshan Aponso . Mr. Roshantha Fernando . Mr. Ajan Perera . Mr. Premalal Aponso . Mr. Sandaruwan Fernando . Mr. Anton Seth Perera . Mr. Dennis Cooray . Mr. Shiral Fernando . Mr. George Perera . Mr. T D M De Saa . Mr. Udayanga Hewage . Mr. Nilan Perera . Mr. Kanishka De Silva . Mr. Stanis Madawa . Mr. Praveen Perera . Mr. Delip Fernando . Mr. Brian Mendis . Mr. Sameera Perera . Mr. Dinusha Fernando . Mr. Hemal Mendis . Mr. Malindra Rodrigo . Mr. Eranka Fernando . Mr. Kingsley Mendis . Mr. Anton Rulach . Mr. Gishan Fernando . Mr. Praneeth Mendis . Mr. Uresh Sandanayake . Mr. Harendra Fernando . Mr. Prashan Mendis . Mr. Rajith Seneviratne . Mr. Keneth Fernando . Mr. Dunston Peiris . Mr. Shehan Silva . Mr. Lakshan Fernando . Mr. Janith Peiris . Mr. Nishantha Wamback . Mr. Lakshman Fernando . Mr. Shaminda Peiris . Mr. Kushara Weerasekera . Mr. Priyanjith Fernando . Mr. Shashika Peiris . Mr. Rupanath Wickramaratne
Batch Representatives . Mr. Nishantha De Mel . Mr. Rehan Gunawardena . Mr. Merl Perera . Mr. Krishen Fernando . Mr. Ayesh Peiris . Mr. Chamila Attapattu . Mr. Navoda Arsekularatne
Based on the future road map to achieve OBA’s goals in more focused manner Sub- Committees were created.
SUB-COMMITTEES Sub-Committees of the OBA operate as focus groups which are driven by objectives that complement the overall mission and vision of the OBA fraternity. Vice Presidents and the General Committee members were requested to be part of at least one Sub-Committee to enable each elected member to contribute towards the projects undertaken by the Sub- Committees. The Sub-Committees of the OBA are as follows:
1 Secretarial 2 IT (Information Technology) 3 Finance 4 Fund Raising 5 Media and Publicity | Digital Media 6 Member Welfare 7 Student Development and Teacher Welfare 8 Batch Coordination 9 Policy Planning
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Secretarial IT Finance Fund Raising
Shiral Fernando Rumesh Bernard Fernando Roshantha Fernando Rumesh Paranawithana Paranawithana Stanis Madawa Prashan Mendis Ajan Perera Praveen Perera Mahesh Mendis Shashika Peiris Merl Perera Shehan Silva Roshan Opatha Sameera Perera Devapriya De Silva Sandaruwan Fernando Praveen Perera Uresh Sandanayake Delip Fernando Malindra Rodrigo Delip Fernando Nishantha Wamback Tharindu Fernando Udayanga Hewage Priyanjith Fernando Omar Amarasekara Ruchira Cooray Nishantha De Mel Nishantha De Mel Kanishka De Silva Suneth Fernando George Perera Sudham de S Wijeratne Ajith Fernando Dinusha Fernando Kishan Gunawardena Tharindu Fernando Lakshan Fernando Tharindu Fernando Eranka Fernando Suneth Fernando Ajith Fernando Tharindu Fernando Premalal Aponso Prasanga De Silva Devapriva De Silva
Student Media and Publicity Member Welfare Development and Batch Coordination Teacher Welfare
Reshan De Silva Dunston Peiris Roshan Opatha Premalal Aponso Ronesh Fernando Ronesh Fernando Priyanjith Fernando Prashan Mendis Praveen Perera Reshan De Silva Roshantha Fernando Janith Peiris Ajith Fernando Lakshman Fernando Ronesh Fernando Ajan Perera Omar Amarasekara Priyanjith Fernando Harendra Fernando Nishantha Wamback Roshan Opatha Janith Peiris Stanis Madawa - DIGITAL MEDIA - Harendra Fernando Malinga Peiris Reshan De Silva Sudham de S Wijeyeratne Janith Peiris Shaminda Peiris George Perera Rumesh Paranavithana Malinga Peiris Sameera Perera Dinusha Fernando Shehan Silva Shaminda Peiris Rajith Seneviratne Ajith Fernando Sandaruwan Fernando Shashika Peiris Kushara Weerasekara Tharindu Fernando Stanis Madhawa Nishantha Wamback Dinusha Fernando Sudham de S Kanishka De Silva Lakshan Fernando Lakshan Fernando Wijeyeratne Tharindu Fernando Suneth Fernando Suneth Fernando Krishen Fernando Ajith Fernando Ajith Fernando Rushith Shenal Tharindu Fernando Tharindu Fernando Brian Mendis
Delip Fernando Ajith Fernando Capt. Patrick Jayasinghe Policy Planning Shiral Fernando Reshan De Silva Tharindu Fernando Bernard Fernando Ronesh Fernando Notes: Sub-Committee Chairman is highlighted in BOLD The Digital Media is a subset of Media and Publicity Sub-Committee
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 14 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING MEMBERSHIP DEVELOPMENT The total number of members of the Association as at 31st July 2019 was 2,775. During the year under review, we are proud to announce that the OBA has grown by a further 93 new members during the current year.
New Members: Conthadoru Thambinaidelage Shehan Rangana Fernando [ L/061029 ] Compangnage Malith Pamuditha Fernando [ L/061030 ] Bastian Arachchige Sudesh Asanga Perera [ L/161015 ] Halpewattage Akila Nuwantha Peiris [ L/161016 ] Subasinghe Arachchige Visulmina Samanga [ L/191016 ] Hewafonsekage Shashil Dinusha Fonseka [ L/061031 ] Heriyadeniyage Don Chamila Prabath Attapattu [ L/011003 ] Alahapperuma Archchige Charith Harshana Malinga Dias [ L/041012 ] Madappuli Arachchige Rehan Minesh Fernando [ L/061032 ] Thevaratthanrige Sohan Thulitha Jayanath Fernando [ L/061033 ] Malik James Fernando [ L/061034 ] Mahawattage Sithija Sachiranga Mendis [ L/131007 ] Dodampahalage Ishara Sandaruwan Peter Fernando [ L/061035 ] Thakurartha Devadithya Gardeeyawasam Lindhamulage Malith Ruwanda De Silva [ L/041013 ] Mahawaduge Stephan Andre Christopher Perera [ L/161017 ] B B D Santha Janith Perera [ L/161018 ] T. Shehan Miranga Fernando [ L/061036 ] Neil Prasantha [ L/161020 ] Don Alex Shalinda Nanayakkara [ L/141002 ] M Shiran Divakara Fernando [ L/061037 ] Samarakkodige Sunidu Sheshan Anthony Perera [ L/161021 ] Balapuwaduge Yohan Kavinda Mendis [ L/131008 ] Sivarathnge Rusith Shenal [ L/191017 ] Tusew Savith Eustace Nimesh Perera [ L/161022 ] Ruwan Geethadewa Kumarage [ L/111004 ] Mahamarakkalage Prabath Chandana Perera [ L/161023 ] Kogalamahavidanalage Madura Malshan Silva [ L/191018 ] Ryan Mario Livera [ L/121001 ] Kariyawasam Hikkaduwagamage Suranga Roshan Blasius Silva [ L/191019 ] Shevon Yohann Fernando Kandanearachchi [ L/111005 ] Kurukulasooriya Malavige Wijendra Sijith Silva [ L/191020 ] Ponnahennadige Deshan Dias [ L/041015 ] Jayanga Anushan Jayathilake [ L/101003 ] Thanthulage Jayasrika Carmeen Peiris [ L/161024 ] Meshaun De Silva [ L/041016 ] Balapuwaduge Lakshika Jayashan Mendis [ L/131009 ] Randika Lakshan Ariyawansa [ L/011005 ] Warnakulasuriya Tchamoulli Arachchige Anton Thyaga Fernando [ L/061041 ] Mandadige Vimuth Suvipun Fernando [ L/061042 ] Malimage Hiruna Shenal Aponsu [ L/011006 ] Kariyawasamlage Praneeth Migara Amaradasa [ L/011007 ] Balapuwaduge Shan Adithya Mendis [ L/131010 ] Munasinghe Hettiarachchige Vimukthi Pushpakumara [ L/161025 ]
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 15 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Gallage Ashen Ranga [ L/181002 ] Wannaku Watta Waduge Shashika Nirmal Fernando [ L/061043 ] Yohan Lashen Glennie [ L/071003 ] Raveen Somesh Thalduwage [ L/201000 ] Waranakulasuriya Mangoda Kankananage Pramuk Mihiran Fernando [ L/061044 ] Palamandadige Sameera Harshana Fernando [ L/061045 ] Haputhantrige Shalin Chulaka Sebastian [ L/191021 ] Vidanalage Nilantha Nester Garvin Perera [ L/161026 ] Thakurartha Dewadithya Gardiyawasam Lindamulage Chamara Sampath De Silva [ L/041017 ] Balapuwaduge Sahan Sriyantha Mendis [ L/131011 ] Sembakutti Arachchilage Enosh Nishmitha Fernando [ L/061046 ] Kuruppu Arachchige Brayan Dananjaya [ L/041018 ] Selarage Lakshan Idusara Marthinu [ L/131012 ] Manuwel Peirislage Lahiru Maduranga Peiris [ L/161027 ] Muthuthatrige Nuwan Lakmal Cooray [ L/031000 ] Thalarambage Malan Jananga Fernando [ L/061047 ] Elekuttege Lahiru Madushanka Fernando [ L/061048 ] Thiththawellage Don Gayan Wickrama [ L/231004 ] Kurukulasuriya Appanthantrige Ravin Marius Alexander Dharmaratne [ L/041019 ] Mahathelge Kavindu Thiwanka Dias [ L/041020 ] Thanthulage Luckshantha Sampath Duleep Fernando [ L/061049 ] Mihidukulasuriya Bernard Rukshan Kurera [ L/111006 ] Chrisman Neil Roshan Alexander Alles [ L/011008 ] Jayawardana Disanayakage Viraj Denis Frankly Jayawardana [ L/101004 ] Liyanage Sampath Filex Silva [ L/191022 ] Kospalawattage Kasun Viraj Perera [ L/161028 ] Dunstan Fernando [ L/061050 ] Lindamulage Sebastian Lakshitha Mihiran De Silva [ L/041021 ] Jasenthu Kankanamge Suneera Nalaka [ L/141003 ] Noel Mario Caldera [ L/031001 ] Panagodage Supun Priyankara Fernando [ L/061051 ] Wannakuwatta Waduge Sashan Lakshitha Fernando [ L/061052 ] Shantha Fernando [ L/061053 ] Ravin Manilka Samat [ L/191023 ] Senadeerage Thiwanka Prasanna Wijayasinghe [ L/231005 ] Jayasekera Patabendige Suchintha Indukal Jayasekera [ L/101005 ] Warnakulasuriya Kwshan Dakshana Fernando [ L/061054 ] Weebadda Lansakara Koralalage Anthony Asiru Sankalpa Lansakara [ L/121002 ] Gatawakandage Malik Niroshan [ L/141004 ] Hathurusinghe Arachchilage Keith Durand Hathurusinghe [ L/081001 ] De Mel Herbert De Mel [ L/041022 ] Mohamed Naisar Mansoor [ L/131013 ] Mahamalimige Moksha Prathaj Aponso [ L/011009 ] Nick Denver Ragal [ L/181003 ] Ravi Silva [ L/191024 ] Payagalage Surath Chamikara Fernando [ L/061055 ] Warnamana Lekambalana Lakshapathi Mahavidanalage Ronal Kushan Lawrance Demel [ L/041023 ] Weladawe Kumudu Darshana De Silva [ L/041024 ] Manuwell Peirislage Dilendra Sandaruwan Peiris [ L/161029 ] Compagngnage Thilina Sampath Fonseka [ L/061056 ]
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 16 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING The Membership break-up is as follows:
31st July 2019 Honorary Members 165 Life Members 1,888 Ordinary Members 722 ------Total 2,775 ======
Note 1: Above numbers are refined and adjusted to minimize the past identified registry issues.
Note 2: The membership register is now computerized and members are requested to obtain a detailed amendment application from the AGM Registration Desk/send email to [email protected] and provide updated details to be included in the system.
MEETINGS OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE FOR THE YEAR 2018/2019
The 87th Annual General Meeting of the Association was held on 21st July 2018 at the Main Hall of the College. The meeting was attended by a large number of members.
A new General Committee was elected at the AGM and it held 13 Meetings during the year. The attendance of the General Committee members at these meetings is stated in the table below:
% of Name Present Excused Absent Attendance President Ajith Fernando 13 - - 100% Vice Presidents Bernard Fernando 12 1 - 92% Christie Fernando (Acting Immediate Past President) 10 - 3 77% Jayantha Peiris 06 - 7 46% Mahesh Mendis 09 - 4 69% Malinga Peiris 10 2 1 77% Manjula Fernando 10 1 2 77% Omar Amarasekara 08 3 2 62% Prasanga De Silva 10 2 1 77% Reshan De Silva 13 - - 100% Sudham de S Wijeyerathne 12 1 - 92% Vishwajith Manjula 10 2 1 77% Immediate Past President Lester Gunawardena (Deceased) 04 - 3 57%
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 17 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Hony General Secretary Kusal Tharindu Fernando 13 - - 100% Asst. Secretaries Rumesh Paranavithana 12 1 - 92% Devapriya De Silva 11 - 2 85% Hony Treasurer Suneth Fernando 13 - - 100% Asst. Treasurer Roshan Opatha 11 1 1 85% Committee Members Maxwell Abeyratne 06 4 3 46% Rukshan Amarasekara (until Dec 2018) - - 5 - Peshan Anthony (until Dec 2018) - 1 4 - Niroshan Aponso 05 - 8 38% Premalal Aponso 13 - - 100% Dennis Cooray 07 2 4 54% Ruchira Cooray (until Dec 2018) - - 5 - T D M De Saa 11 - 2 85% Kanishka De Silva 06 - 7 46% Delip Fernando 12 1 - 92% Dinusha Fernando 06 - 7 46% Eranka Fernando 08 5 - 62% Gishan Fernando 06 7 - 46% Harendra Fernando 09 2 2 69% Keneth Fernando 06 2 5 46% Lakshan Fernando 08 2 3 62% Lakshman Fernando 10 - 3 77% Priyanjith Fernando 10 - 3 77% Ronesh Fernando 11 - 2 85% Roshantha Fernando 09 - 4 69% Sandaruwan Fernando 04 2 7 31% Shiral Fernando 11 2 - 85% Krishan Gunawardena (until Dec 2018) - - 5 - Udayanga Hewage 01 - 12 08% Stanis Madawa 02 2 9 15% Brian Mendis 08 2 3 62% Hemal Mendis 09 1 3 69% Kingsley Mendis 06 - 7 46% Praneeth Mendis 06 3 4 46% Prashan Mendis 10 1 2 77% Dunston Peiris 10 3 - 77% Janith Peiris 09 - 4 69% Oshantha Peiris (until Dec 2018) - - 5 - Shaminda Peiris 07 2 4 54% Shashika Peiris 11 2 - 85%
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 18 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Shehan Peiris 06 - 7 46% Ajan Perera 06 3 4 46% Anton Seth Perera 10 - 3 77% George Perera 03 - 10 23% Nilan Perera 04 3 6 31% Praveen Perera 12 - 1 92% Sameera Perera 04 - 9 31% Malindra Rodrigo 01 5 7 08% Anton Rulach 09 - 4 69% Uresh Sandanayake 09 2 2 69% Rajith Seneviratne 11 1 1 85% Shehan Silva 08 2 3 62% Asanka Suwaris (until Dec 2018) - 3 2 - Nishantha Wamback 11 1 1 85% Kushara Weerasekera 10 1 2 77% Rupanath Wickramaratne 07 6 - 54% Sudham de S Wijeyeratne 12 1 - 92% Batch Representatives Batch 65/66: Merle Perera 04 - 9 31% Batch 1999: Nishantha De Mel 03 1 9 23%
Batch 1992: Mr. Ayesh Peiris (from Sep 2018) 06 - 6 50%
Batch 2016: Krishen Fernando (from Sep 2018) 03 2 7 25%
Batch 2017: Rushith Shenal (from Jan 2019) 05 1 2 63%
Batch 2001: Chamila Attapattu (from Apr 2019) 04 1 - 80%
Batch 2005: Navoda Arsecularatne (from Apr 2019) 04 1 - 80%
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 19 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING EVENTS & ACTIVITIES FOR THE YEAR 2018/2019 ORGANIZED BY THE SUB-COMMITTEES MEMBER WELFARE SUB-COMMITTEE
Member Events AGM Get-Together The AGM 2018 was followed by the Annual Family Get- together at Hotel Randiya, Koralawella, Moratuwa. Mr. Iranjan Fernando graced the occasion as the Chief Guest along with other Guests of Honour. The Rector of the College Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi also joined the event and the Silver Jubilarians of the College staff were felicitated at the function. The get together was well attended by the Old Boys and their families. ‘Fingers’ music band was in attendance to entertain the crowd. The project was spearheaded by Omar Amarasekera and was assisted by Premalal Aponso, Prasanga De Silva, Uresh Sandanayake, Prashan Mendis, Shashika Peiris, Lakshan Fernando, Tharindu Fernando, Suneth Fernando, Devapriya De Silva, Roshan Opatha, Dunstan Peiris and Kushara Weerasekera.
The Rector’s Felicitation Ceremony The Felicitation Ceremony for Rector Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi, for completing 25 years of service in the Lord’s vineyard was held on 25th August 2018 at Ramadia Ranmal Holiday Resort amidst a well-attended gathering of Old Sebastianites. The President, Mr. Ajith Fernando and Mr. Malaka Rupasinghe of SEBS Square Batch took the opportunity to express their sentiments of gratitude and wishes on this milestone of Fr. Rector.Special thanks go out to Mr. Prasanga De Silva for all his efforts and contribution in making the evening a memorable occasion.
Christmas Get-Together 2018 The Annual Christmas get-together was held on 08th December 2018 at Sea Face Hotel, Moratuwa. The event was well attended by the GC members accompanied by their families. It started with the singing of Christmas Carols followed by kids’ fun games. Live band music, Santa Claus’ visit and the gifts presentation to kids’ added colour to the event. The Chairman of the project was Uresh Sandanayake, who was supported by the Christmas Get-Together Committee, Kushara Weerasekara, Omar Amarasekara, Tharindu Fernando, Shashika Peiris, Dunston Peiris, Shehan Silva, TDM De Saa, Ajith Fernando, and Lakshan Fernando.
Back To School and BTC Sports 2019 The Old Boys re-lived their memories together with their fun-filled day which was held on 19th February 2019. This year it was named as “BACK TO COLLEGE - 2019”. The BTC ‘19 opened the opportunity for our past pupils both young and young at heart who walked in Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 20 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING to the portals of the College to meet and greet their Colleagues. A gathering of nearly 1,000 past Sebastianites was observed and most of them met past Rev. Fathers, Brothers and Teachers who were present and refreshed their past memories of the good old days. In the afternoon, Sports activities were conducted to derive maximum fun throughout the day. Sports activities such as six- a -side Cricket, Athletics, Basketball, and Badminton events along with food and beverages were available for participants to enjoy with live music featuring ‘Fingers’ Band and DJ up till 6.00p.m. The ‘Back To College’ event was led by Manjula Fernando and assisted by Roshan Opatha, George Perera, Janith Peiris, Kushara Weerasekara, Lakshan Fernando, Tharindu Fernando, Nilan Perera, Nishantha Wambeck, Omar Amarasekara, Praneeth Mendis, Prasanga De Silva, Premalal Aponso, Ronesh Fernando, Rumesh Paranawithana, Rupanath Wickramaratne, Sudham De S Wijeyerathne, Shashika Peiris, Vishwajith Subasinghe, Shaminda Peiris, and Ajith Fernando. The ‘BTC Sports’, (the Afternoon session) was led by Mr. Reshan De Silva and assisted by Roshan Opatha, Omar Amarasekara, Ronesh Fernando, Praveen Perera, Asanka Suwaris, Tharindu Fernando, Basil Silva, Jayashantha Fernando, Shashika Peiris, Nishantha Wambeck and Ajith Fernando.
Farewell Dinner to Rev. Fathers A memorable Farewell was accorded to the Rector Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi, the Vice Rector Rev. Fr. Anthony Lakshman and the Primary Principal Rev. Fr. Priyan Tissera on 16th July 2019 at Ramadia Ranmal Holiday Resort. The Old Boys, Teachers, Parents and well- wishers gathered to make this ‘Goodbye’ a memorable one. The President, Mr. Ajith Fernando welcomed the guests while Mr. Bevan Perera from ‘94 Batch delivered the key note address for the occasion. We convey our special thanks to Mr. Prasanga De Silva and the organizing team for all their great efforts in arranging a pleasant evening within a very short period of time. We wish the outgoing Rev. Fathers all the very best and God’s blessings to serve in the vineyard of the Christ our lord.
Member Spiritual Activities
Requiem Masses . In memory of the departed souls of past Sebastianites, a requiem mass was held on 22nd November 2018 at the College Chapel. It was offered by Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi.
. The Requiem Mass as the 1st year remembrance of Rev. Fr. Bonnie Fernandopulle was held on 22nd June 2019 at 6.00pm at the College Chapel. An inauguration of Fr. Bonnie Fernandopulle Memorial Trust Fund also took place on the same day. The mass was offered by the former Primary Principal of the College, Rev. Fr. Treson Silva. The refreshments were organized for the participants by Batches of 2010 and 2012.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 21 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Day of Recollection A very meaningful day of reflection was conducted by Rev. Fr. Prasad Harshana for the benefit of the Old Boys and their families on 31st March 2019 in keeping with the spirit of Lent season followed by Holy mass conducted by Rev. Fr. Lakshman AntHony It was a well- attended event by members and their families and was one of the best organized of this kind. Project team was led by Reshan De Silva and assisted by Tharindu Fernando, Suneth Fernando, Dunstan Peiris, Roshan Opatha, Praveen Perera and Sudham de S Wijeyeratne.
Contributions towards Member Welfare
LKR 15,000/- to Mr. Visulmina Samanga, for being selected for International Canoe Federation (ICF) Junior and Under 23 Canoe Sprint World Championships 2018 held in Bulgaria. LKR 10,000/- to Mr. Basil Silva for participation in Asia Masters Athletics Championships in China LKR 25,000/- donation to Mr. Lakmal Rusiru Fernando to buy electrical three wheeler motor cycle designed for disabled persons. LKR 10,000/- contribution to the Batch Formation of year 2018 (EIPHANY’18). LKR 15,000/- as a souvenir advertisement for Sebs in UAE, Dinner Dance 2018. LKR 10,000 to the funeral of Late Mr. Pius Cooray appreciating his services to College and OBA LKR 10,000/- to the funeral of Late Mr. Nobert Fernando appreciating his services to the OBA LKR 5,000/- as a souvenir advertisement to 70’s Circle’s 24th Annual General Meeting
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 22 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING STUDENT DEVELOPMENT AND TEACHER WELFARE SUB-COMMITTEE
Free Medical Camp Following the establishment of the Old Sebastianite Group of Doctors, the free medical camp was conducted on 22nd July 2019 at the College premises by a Committee headed by Mr. Ronesh Fernando. It was organized in collaboration with St. Vincent de Paul Society of St. Sebastian’s College The event was held to coincide with the 25th Ordination Anniversary of Rev. Fr. Rector. Dr. BPL Mendis headed the coordination of medicine and doctors for the occasion. Old Boy Doctors Lahiru Kodithuwakku, Chandana Mendis, Frank Fonseka and Claudio Umesh along with 19 other doctors joined in performing this CSR activity to assist needy students, teachers, parents and people of Moratuwa who were present in their numbers. Facilities such as Blood checkups, Urine checkups, Cholesterol examinations, Diabetic screening, ECG facilities, checking of eye sight with the help of Techno Vision Optometrists and Mobile Dental Services were available at the Camp. Concurrently, an awareness session on healthy living was presented to those present. The blood donation Camp was another attraction and the Army hospital was present at the site to collect blood. Tharindu Fernando, Reshan De Silva and Rajith Senevirathne have given their support to Ronesh Fernando in organizing this noble Project. This Professional Group of Doctors intends to continue this project and we request other professional Groups as well to come together in a similar manner.
Welcoming the Grade 1 Students of the College 10th January 2019 was a grand day at the School when the “New Sebastianites” were welcomed by the Religious Community, Teachers and the present students of the school. Our OBA made an honorable presence and welcomed the students with a College cap. Special thanks go out to Roshan Opatha who initiated and coordinated the work.
Contributions towards the various Events and Students of the College Monetary gift to our former Rector Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi at the felicitation accorded on the occasion of his Sacerdotal Silver Jubilee. LKR 25,000/- as a renewal of Rev. Bro. Bonaventure Memorial Challenge Trophy for the “Overall Championship” presented at the College Annual Inter-House Athletic Meet. LKR 15,000/- worth Gift vouchers for the Silver Jubilations of the College Staff at the AGM Get-together LKR 25,000/- Sponsorship for Middle School Family Day and Cricket Fiesta -2018 LKR 25,000/- to student Mas. Navod Fernando who represented Sri Lanka in Kayak Championship held in Uzbekistan. LKR 25,000/- as a sponsorship to Mas. Nuwanidu Fernando who was selected to Sri Lanka Under 19 Cricket Squad for Asia Cup-2018. LKR 15,000/- to the College Swimming Meet- 2018 LKR 20,000/- Silver Sponsorship to ICT Society to hold ICT Day -2018. LKR 10,000/- as a Souvenir advertisement to Primary School Language Day- 2018. Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 23 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING LKR 20,000/- to Annual Christmas Carols- 2018. LKR 25,000/- to Sing Along- 2018 organized by Primary School of the College Monetary gift to the Priest celebrating Requiem Mass held on 22nd November- 2018 LKR 25,000/- Sponsorship to Mas. Savindu Dunshan Hettiaracchi for representing Yonex Sunrise Bangladesh International Junior Challenge -2018 at Dhaka, Bangladesh. LKR 280,000/- towards the Furniture for ‘Smart Class Rooms’ in College New Building LKR 236,592/- to install Wall fans at the College Chapel LKR 50,000/- sponsorship to College Junior Western Band Uniforms LKR 44,400/- towards the player Kits for the Limited over Encounter Vs. PWC Donation of 4 Inspection Security Mirrors valued at LKR 24,000/- to College. LKR 25,000/- as an appreciation to Mas. Navishka Sandeesh, who rewrote the record books of St. Sebastian's College, Moratuwa, by being the first ever athlete of the College to gain international recognition and glory, winning two silver medals in the 400M and Men's Medley Relay, in the 3rd Asian Youth Athletics Championships- 2019 held in Hong Kong. LKR 50,000/- towards welfare of the College Cricketers. Farewell gifts to outgoing priests, Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi, Rev. Fr. Anthony Lakshman and Rev. Fr. Priyan Tissera
FUND RAISING SUB-COMMITTEE
Family Night with Marians 2018 We have not held our annual Dinner Dance this year and instead organized a Mega Musical Extravaganza "Family Night with Marians” on 14th of September 2018. The premises of the 'Ramadia Ran Mal Holiday Resort' was transformed into a hub of revelry Spiced up by prominent Singers and musicians as they took the stage, the event opened its doors to the young and old. This was the first time Moratuwa fans experienced the combination of dynamic creative musicians Bathiya and Santhush, the two most innovative music personalities in the industry, backed by Marians under the leadership of singing star Nalin Perera. The young Sanuka Wickramasinghe, a unique artiste, whose singles echo in the hearts, minds and lips of the young generation appealed to the young music fans. Well known actor Kavinga Perera was the compere at the ‘Family Night’. The audience of around 1000 enthusiastic music fans of Moratuwa flocked around with their families. On site outlets catered to the food and beverage requirements of the fans. The project was spearheaded by Roshantha Fernando with the support of Suneth Fernando and other members of the Family Night Committee along with contributions of Batch Groups. This was the main fund raiser for the year 2018/19 and the net surplus of the event exceeded LKR 1.3 million. Family Night Committee Members Roshantha Fernando(Project Chairman), Suneth Fernando(Project Coordinator/ Treasurer), Prasanga De Silva, Premalal Aponso, Prashan Memdis, Praneeth Mendis, Omar Amarasekara, Tharindu Fernando, Eranka Fernando, Susantha Ramanayake, Brian Mendis, Ajith Fernando, Reshan De Silva, George Perera, Shiral Fernando, Delip Fernando, Sudham de S Wijeyeratne.
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Stag Nite 2019 Following the success of SEBS Stag Nite in 2018, this year’s event also stood up to the level of glamour with a high number of attendees. The event was graced by Rev. Fathers of the College and the Chief Guest of the night, Mr. Chamindra Dias an Old Boy and Chairman, Dias Trading Co. Ltd. along with Guests of Honour. The crowd was entertained by one of the popular bands ‘C-Plus’ and DJ MJ. The Project Chairman was Praneeth Mendis supported by Prasanga De Silva, Premalal Aponso, Shiral Fernando, Suneth Fernando, Tharindu Fernando, Ajith Fernando, Reshan De Silva, Omar Amarasekara, Roshantha Fernando, Rehan Bhareti, Prashan Mendis, Dunstan Peiris, Sudham de S Wijeyeratne, George Perera, Roshan Opatha and Brian Mendis.
MEDIA AND PUBLICITY SUB-COMMITTEE The OBA Media and Publicity Sub-committee was proactive in the social media sphere and other mass media channels to promote events and create awareness for College and OBA related activities. The Sub-Committee members provided regular updates and rich content to reach members and keep them involved. The sub-committee arranged a live telecast of the 33rd One day encounter between SSC and PWC, by partnering with Dialog TV under the guidance and involvement of Ronesh Fernando. We extend our thanks to Reshan De Silva, Ronesh Fernando and Omar Amarasekara for keeping in touch with the media professionals and updating event details on local media sector.
DIGITAL MEDIA The OBA also maintains its presence on two popular social media platforms namely Facebook and Twitter. Currently, the OBA social media community is having 5,000+ members and enjoys a monthly reach of around 15,000-30,000 whilst around 10-40 impressions per tweet are recorded for the OBA’s twitter. The Sub-Committee laid out a platform providing updates of the OBA in the social media sphere mainly on Facebook, Twitter, Whatsapp, Sending alerts and notices through SMS and SMS marketing over the past year. We wish to thank Sudham de S Wijeyeratne, Kanishka De Silva, Akila Nuwantha Peiris, Priyan J Fernando and Rumesh Paranawithana for all the support and commitment provided during the year. We also would like to thank our photographers Shashen Dananjaya, Kumaran Nadeeshan, Heshan Fernando and Ishara Shehan Silva for wonderful captures of various moments at events.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 25 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY SUB-COMMITTEE
Website The OBA website sebsoba.com is now fully functional and provides regular updates and contents for its users. It is being upgraded from time to time to provide a more user- friendly experience across both desktop and mobile versions in keeping with current trends and technology standards. You now can experience simple site navigation, easy access to the information you require mainly on obtaining the membership, batch groups, branches, news and articles, upcoming and past events of the OBA, Image gallery and Event Albums etc.
Membership Cards Introduction of a fully computerized membership card generation system to membership was the main project initiative of the IT Sub-Committee this year. As agreed by the General Committee, we are planning to issue a membership card to the new members as well as for the current members of the Association on request. Special thanks to Rumesh Paranawithana for the efforts of developing the new system.
SECRETARIAL SUB-COMMITTEE
Improvements to Member database and sourcing data via Google Forms An initiative was launched to collect details of Past Sebastianites at a more comprehensive level via Google forms, to which both the members and non-members responded in numbers this year as well. This has given the capability of utilizing this newly obtained data to update the existing member database and to build up the Sebastianite Business Directory.
Membership Drive A relatively large number of new members joined the OBA during the period while a majority of them obtained their memberships at the ‘Back To College’ (BTC)’s Membership Campaign. We would like to thank Rumesh Paranavithana, Shiral Fernando and Tharindu Fernando for arranging a successful membership drive on the day of BTC event and for introducing credit card payment facilities for the first time in OBA history.
Handling of new membership enrolments Arrangements were made with the College office to authenticate membership applications received without supporting documents i.e. School Leaving Certificate. The confirmation by the College office is considered as valid when enrolling new members. The OBA application form has been revised and it can be downloaded from http://sebsoba.com/member/
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 26 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Promoting Life Membership We are now encouraging you to opt for Life Membership since the Ordinary Membership will be only valid for a limited time period. We kindly request Ordinary Members to upgrade their membership to Life Membership as soon as possible.
Opening of OBA Centre The newly refurbished OBA Centre was declared open and solemnly blessed by the Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi on 16th July 2019 followed by Kiribath and Refreshments. This OBA Room will be utilized as the OBA Office and to conduct Sub-Committee meetings, record keeping, as well as for other OBA activities.
FINANCE SUB-COMMITTEE The Finance Sub-Committee met regularly and presented proposals to the General Committee through the minutes of the meetings. At the outset, the constitutional provisions relevant to the Sub-Committee were reviewed by its Chairman Mr. Bernard Fernando in order to keep step with the changing times and accordingly suitable amendments to the Constitution were proposed interalia covering new financial limits for Hony Treasurer and Donations. It also prepared comprehensive guidelines to be followed by the respective Project Committees when reporting their financials starting from Budgeting stage. The committee members have volunteered to offer their services to Sub-Committees as and when required to ensure Good governance involving Accountability and transparency. The Sub-committee has also proposed to prepare a set of accounting policies to conform to Audit requirements.
BATCH COORDINATION SUB-COMMITTEE
Batch Formation The Batch Formation of year 2018 was held on 24th November 2018. The event named as EIPHANY’18 was held at Sebastiante Club, Moratuwa. The OBA made an initial contribution of LKR 10,000/-. The OBA Office Bearers were invited for few other Batch Parties held during the year to address Batch members and to encourage young Old Boys to join the OBA in their activities. Coordination Work After establishment of BC sub-committee, we noticed receiving a great support from batches and branches for various events and activities of the College and OBA. The key events that received support from the BC sub-committee are, Free Medical Camp, Family Night, Stag Nite and Requiem Mass for Rev. Fr. Bonnie Fernandopulle. The sub-committee also arranged more than LKR 1.23Million in donations for furnishing the new College ‘O/L’ building from various parties with College interest in mind. Mr. Premalal Aponso as the Chairman of the Batch Coordination Sub- Committee made a proactive effort towards this endeavor.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 27 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING POLICY PLANNING SUB-COMMITTEE Policy Planning Committee met on few occasions where important decisions on code of conduct, Constitutional amendments, introducing and amending standard processes were deliberated at length for presentation to the General Committee.
Mr. Delip Fernando (Chairman) and his team comprising Shiral Fernando, Bernard Fernando, Ajith Fernando, Capt.Patrick Jayasinghe, Tharindu Fernando Ronesh Fernando and Reshan De Silva took great pains in preparing a robust set of constitutional amendments to be passed at this AGM.
BRANCHES OF THE OBA
We are pleased to place on record that our Branches in London, Canada, Australia, UAE and Qatar are active and have organized various activities for the Old Boys in those countries to foster friendships and raise funds for the benefit of the College. They continue to maintain their links with the OBA. UK OBA Branch Battle of Brothers - 2018, an annual Encounter between Old Benedictines was held on 17th June 2018 at Northwick Park Cricket Ground, Wembley, UK. A donation of LKR 500,000/- was made for College Senior Western Band uniforms Participated in 31st Festival of Cricket 2019 with an action-packed day of cricket and other entertainment along with the other schools on 07th July 2019 at Hainault Recreation Ground, London.
UAE OBA Branch SEBS in UAE functioned during the official year 2018-2019 under the leadership of Dilshan Fernando. They have been operating as a small community in the boundaries of UAE for over a decade, starting off with a minimal number of Old Boys. They have grown into a significant number during the last 10 years. SEBS in UAE represented the College during ‘Old St. Peter’s College UAE wing’s Sport Carnival’ held in June 2018. SEBS Basketball and Badminton Teams participated in the event. The second Annual General Meeting (AGM 2018) was held to appoint the leadership for the official Year 2018-2019. During the AGM, an Executive committee and a General Committee was appointed to coordinate the events across UAE. A team from UAE Branch participated at the Holy Family Convent - Old Girls Bowling Competition organized in September 2018. Took part in a challenging Badminton Tournament which was organized by Old Boys’ Association of St. Thomas’ College with representations in both Individual and team matches .
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 28 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Annual SEBS Dinner Dance- 2018 was successfully held on 15th November 2018 at Crowne Plaza Hotel, UAE. This was the most glamorous and remarkable event in “SEBS in UAE” calendar and was organized in grand style to celebrate their 10th Anniversary. Over 100 participants patronized this event and they were entertained by one of the leading Sri Lankan Bands in UAE and DJ Manoj from batch of ‘97. For the 1st time the “UAE Sri Lankan Catholic Community”, organized singing of Christmas Carols at a Catholic Church along with Old Girls from Our Lady of Victories Convent (OLV). A team participated at the Bowling Tournament Organized by Royal College Old Boys. 6th Battle of the Golds UAE Encounter was held on 22nd March 2019 at Al Batayeh Grounds, Saharjah. The Veterans Team succeeded retaining the Championship against Old Cambrians – UAE Wing. The 1st Eleven and Ladies Team became Runners up. This was followed by a felicitation ceremony jointly organized with PWC UAE wing. The event was entertained by a two piece band and a PWC House DJ. The event uplifted the bond and brotherhood of rivals at the game of cricket. At the Holy Month of Ramadan, the Sri Lankan Consulate in UAE held Iftar Dinner for all recognized Sri Lankan Community organizations in UAE and “SEBS in UAE” were also invited to this event. Donations were made for furnishing College new building classroom with Desks and Tables. Contributed a full page advertisement for main OBA’s Mega Musical Extravaganza, ‘Marians Family Night - 2018’.
Canada OBA Branch During 2018-2019, successfully organized the Annual Dinner Dance where Dr. Harindra Fernando, distinguished old boy from USA was the Guest of Honour. Key achievements in sports, academics and infrastructure are highlighted to the Canadian audience via Annual Dinner Dance presentation. This helped most of the Old Boys and other fellow Canadian's who are not on social media to appreciate the great achievements of a great school. $3,500/- donation to the College in 2019. (To date through various fund raisers, donated $43,000/- to Alma Mater) Fellowship nights were organized for our distinguished Old Boys Rev. Bishop Winston Fernando and Rt. Rev. Bishop Maxwell Silva who visited Canada for the annual Sri Lanka day at Midland.
Australia OBA Branch The 5th Encounter of the Battle of the Golds was held in Melbourne on 11th March 2019. Organized the Dinner Dance 2019 jointly with the Past Pupils Association of Our Lady of Victories Convent on 20th July 2019 at Sacred Heart Parish Hall, Oakleigh, Melbourne Victoria.
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In recognition of the value of the Old Boy Groups/Batches of the OBA, the Constitution was amended to co-opt a representative of a Group/Batch into the General Committee of the OBA. Accordingly, 7 nominations were received and they continue to contribute towards the benefit of the OBA through their participation in projects. Some of the featured events and activities of the active Batches are listed below: . The 70’s Circle celebrated their 24th Anniversary in style at Hotel Paragon, Egoda Uyana. . SEBS ’99 organized a Grand Cricketing Extravaganza on 18th November 2018 at the Carlton Club Grounds. It was a fun filled day for their members and entertained by DJ Gishan. It was also a proud moment to introduce an Old- Sebastianite Tie as per the instructions and guidance received from the main OBA. SEBS ‘99 is working on sponsoring a fully equipped DEET (Design Electronics Electrical and Technology) Lab which is a Technical Laboratory to practice Electronics, Civil Engineering, Robotics and Mechanical Engineering etc. for students of the College. . Bastianites '88 celebrated the 50th Birthday of their Batch mates on 20th July 2019 at Ramadia Ranmal Holiday Resort, Moratuwa. . Sebastianites ‘98 Forum had their Annual General Meeting on 10th February 2019 at Ramadia Ranmal Holiday Resort, Moratuwa and will function under the leadership of Mr. Suranga Chamara. They are planning to introduce Life Insurance Cover for their Batch Mates and to organize a Musical show as a Fund Raising project. . ’97 OBA Batch’ handed over a donation of LKR 300,000/- from the funds collected from their 1st event, to the College as per the pledge made last year. . Batch of 2001 donated Books valued at LKR 55,000/- to the College Primary School Library.
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In the Vineyard of the Lord Rt. Rev. Dr. Winston Fernando SSS has been appointed as the President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference in Sri Lanka. Rt. Rev. Dr. Valence Mendis has been appointed as the Secretary General of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference in Sri Lanka. Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi, Former Vice Patron (Ex-Officio) completed 25 Years in Priesthood on 26th July 2018
Sporting World Mr. Oshadha Fernando made his Test debut for Sri Lanka against South Africa as the 150th Test Cap in Sri Lanka Cricket For the first time, 3 Sebastianites (Vishwa Fernando, Oshada Fernando and Avishka Fernando) have been selected to the SL National Cricket Squad at the same time. Mr. Samith Madusanka won the First Place at the Shot Put event, in the Final Selection Trial for the Asian Championship - 2019, held at the Sugathadasa International Stadium on 22nd of March 2019. He achieved a distance of 15.89m which was recorded as a National record. Mr. Avishka Fernando was included in the ODI squad for the ICC Cricket World Cup- 2019, while Mr. Oshada Fernando was selected as a standby player. Mr. Sangeeth Cooray was included in the Sri Lanka ‘A’ squad to take part in the cricket tour of India. Mr. Prasanna Jayawardene has been appointed as ‘Wicket Keeping Coach’ of Sri Lanka Cricket. His role will involve overseeing all wicketkeepers throughout the age ranges up to and including the men’s and women’s T20, ODI and Test Teams. St. Sebastian’s led by Mr. Romesh Kaluwitharana clinched the Maiden ‘My Dad, My Superstar Cricket Trophy- 2019’. Mr. Kushan Dias was selected to World University Games for Athletics representing University of Ruhuna. Mr. Avishka Fernando made his maiden Century at the ICC Cricket World Cup 2019 during the ODI played against West Indies. Mr. Rumesh Dananjaya Fernando won the second places of Men's (Over 20) 400m and 800m events and the 4 x 400m relay in the National Youth Sports Festival 2019, Puttlam District competitions. Corporate World Mr. Thamindra Fernando, the Head of Corporate Business Development at Fair First Insurance topped at this year’s National Sales Congress Awards (NASCO) by taking home the Gold for Territory Manager – General Insurance Category. Mr. Harsha Fernando has received the MASSCO Award for Business Entrepreneurs.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 31 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Mr. Bevan Perera has been promoted as Assistant General Manager in Business Development and Marketing Communications at Fintrex Finance Ltd., (Melsta Regal Finance Ltd). Mr. Malith Fernando received the highest award ‘The Super Gold Award’ and ‘The Gold Award for the Best Branch Manager’, at the CDB Infinity Awards Ceremony 2019. Mr. Shehan Fernando received the Silver Award for the best performance in lending at the CDB Infinity Awards Ceremony 2019. Mr. Dinusha Fernando, Senior Wealth Planner at AIA Insurance achieved MDRT (Million Dollar Round Table) within 3 months’ time in 2018 and participated to the MDRT Global Conference in USA during June 2019.
Educational Achievements Mr. Primal Wijesekera successfully completed the degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Electrical and Computer Engineering at the University of British Columbia, Canada. Violin Visharadha Shashika Nilanga successfully completed the Sangeeth Visharada Examination from the Bhatkhande Sangit Vidyapith, Lucknow, India. Mr. Pawara Soysa successfully completed the Bachelor of Engineering (BEng) in Aeronautical Engineering from the Kazan National Research Technical University, Russia. Mr. Raveen Arseculerathne successfully completed the Masters in Business Administration (MBA) from the Anglia Ruskin University, London School of Commerce, United Kingdom. Mr. Prasan Ratnayake successfully completed the Bachelor of Science Special - Computational Physics degree with a Second Upper from the University of Colombo. Mr. Nilanka Peiris successfully completed the Bachelor of Science Special - Statistics with Computer Science degree from the University of Colombo. Mr. Pasindu Chathuranga Fernando successfully completed the Bachelor of Science - Electronics & IT degree from the University of Colombo. Mr. Dishan Silva successfully completed the Bachelor of Science Special - Engineering Physics degree from the University of Colombo. Mr. Yohan Wickramasekara successfully completed the Bachelor of Arts Special - Sociology degree with First Class Honours from the University of Colombo. Mr. Nilupul Senevirathne who is a student of Wayamba University and has great enthusiasm in innovations was awarded with the National Level for 'Sahasak Nimawum 2018' organized by the Sri Lanka Inventors Commission. Mr. Rajiv Kumaragama successfully completed Air Force Command and Staff Course along with Master’s Degree at Air Force Command College, Beijing, China. Mr. Dilanka Fernando, a Centre for Cancer Research PhD student from the STAT Cancer Biology laboratory, was awarded a 2019 AACR-Bristol-Myers Squibb Oncology Scholar- in-Training Award. It was presented by the American Association for Cancer Research (AACR) at its 2019 annual meeting in Atlanta, USA.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 32 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Life Achievements We congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Raveen Samath, Mr. and Mrs. Mevan Gajadheera, Mr. and Mrs. Rangika Fernando and Mr. and Mrs. George Perera for entering the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. Mr. and Mrs. Omar Amarasekara celebrated their Silver Jubilee Wedding Anniversary on 29th January 2019. Mr. Vishan Lahiru Palliyaralalage is appointed as the Spiritual Coordinator (Colombo Region) of the Sri Lanka University Catholic Students' Movement, for the year 2019/20. Leo Randhir Samarasinghe and Leo Malinda Ganewatte, of the Leo Club of Colombo Millennium are selected as the second best Vice President and Immediate Past Club President respectively of the Leo District 306 A1 for the Leoistic year 2018/19, at the Award One District Award Ceremony. Mr. Suchintha Indukal Jayasekera obtained the “Bravo” Individual Recognition Certificate for his contribution in developing videos for the FIT (Free Independent Travel) department. Capt. Patrick Jayasinghe has been appointed as the Vice Patron of Sri Lanka Naval Association, CRNVR Association and the Association of Veteran Naval Seafarers. He is also dedicated with a page in the 40th anniversary publication of Sri Lanka Naval Association in appreciation of his services rendered for the Ex-Servicemen. Mr. Tarzy Raban was appointed as the President of SEBS In UAE. Mr. Jayashantha Fernando, our Old Boy and Athletic Coach cum Master-in-charge, is selected by the Piliyandala Educational Zone to train the newly recruited 25 Physical Training Instructors of the Piliyandala Educational Zone, in the field of Athletics. Leo Malinda Ganewatte sworn in as the Multiple District Project Chairman for District 306 A1 Leo Randhir Samarasinghe sworn in as the President of the Leo Club of Colombo Millennium for the Leoistic year 2019/2020.
Note: The above list consists only of names on which details of relevant achievements were received by the Hony General Secretary for the current year. If you are aware of any Old Sebastianite who has reached eminence, please submit the names along with details of their achievements to the Hony General Secretary via an email ([email protected]), and their names will be taken up next time.
IN MEMORIAM The OBA remembers with deep grief and sadness, the demise of our Immediate Past President, and former Hony General Secretary Mr. Lester Gunawardena - Former Marketing Director of Sri Lanka Rupavahini Corporation. We place on record our appreciation and gratitude for the valuable services rendered by him to the OBA.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 33 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING We also place on record the passing away of the following Old Sebastianites during the year and remember them with deep sorrow. We take this opportunity to offer our Deepest Sympathies to the members of their families.
Mr. Sunil Perera Mr. Loyala De Silva Mr. Srilal Wijesekara Mr. Frank Fernando Mr. Denzil Rodrigo Mr. Lester Gunerwardena Mr. Ralph Motha Mr. Simly Joseph Fernando Mr. Kamil Fernando Mr. Anil Demel Mr. Anton Silva Mr. Pius Cooray Mr. Sunimal Fernando Mr. Nobert Fernando Mr. Douglas Perera Mr. Sunel Perera Mr. Trevor Sampayo Mr. Renuka Nimal Fernando Mr. Lakshman Perera Mr. Anton Maduka Rangika Fernando Dr. Ranjith Fonseka Mr. Priyanga Fernando Mr. Jayalath Fernando Mr. Francis Mendis Mr. Susantha Dias Mr. Priyantha Fernando
“May the good Lord grant them eternal rest. May they rest in peace.”
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
We thank God Almighty for the blessings bestowed upon the OBA, its Office Bearers, and the General Committee to carry out their projects, events and services in a successful manner during the year 2018/2019. We wish to record our deep gratitude and thanks to His eminence Malcolm Cardinal Ranjith and our Auxiliary Bishops for all their support and guidance in managing St. Sebastian’s College, Moratuwa. We also wish to record our appreciation of the guidance and support always extended to us by Rt. Rev. Dr. Winston Fernando SSS the Bishop of Badulla, Rt. Rev. Dr. Valence Mendis the Bishop of Chilaw, Rt. Rev. Dr. Maxwell Silva Auxiliary Bishop of Colombo and Rt. Rev. Dr. Marius Peiris Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus and their prayers. Our grateful thanks are due to Rev. Fr. Ranjith Andradi, our former Rector for sparing no pains to attend most of the events organized by the OBA and for all his support, guidance and advice at all times. We also wish to place on record our appreciation of the ready cooperation and assistance given to us in all our endeavors by Rev. Fr. Anton Ranjith, the present Rector of the College, the Priest Community, the Staff and the Students of the College.
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 34 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING A very special mention should be made of the assistance and support always received from the members of the Groups/Batches of the OBA which we consider, very valuable and as a source of strength and encouragement. We also wish to thank our Branch Associations in the UK, Australia, UAE, Qatar and Canada for their contributions made for the benefit of our College. We also owe a great deal of gratitude towards the Chairpersons, energetic members of the various Sub-Committees/ projects for their successful efforts during the year for all the good work done. A special word of thanks goes to the family members of the General Committee and Project Sub-Committee members for tolerating the long hours away from the families. In conclusion, we wish to thank all our members for placing their trust in us to serve as Office- Bearers and as Members of the General Committee. Dear Members, you are our biggest strength and asset and it is from you that we derive inspiration and support to undertake and perform our tasks well. We believe we have satisfied your wishes and fulfilled our tasks with due diligence during the period under review. The Association looks forward with confidence to receive your support, assistance and cooperation in the future as well. We are proud to be SEBASTIANITES! May God Bless you. For and on behalf of the General Committee,
Kusal Tharindu Fernando HONY GENERAL SECRETARY 04th August 2019
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Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 43 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING OBTAIN YOUR LIFE MEMBERSHIP
The Old Boys’ Association is the apex body representing past students of St. Sebastian’s College, Moratuwa, one of the prestigious institutions in the country. The OBA fraternity is a key stakeholder of our beloved alma mater, pioneering many endeavors that contributed to the goodwill of not only the college but the member welfare as well. While the College is making significant strides towards elevating its standards, the OBA fraternity too has expanded its scope to pursue ambitious plans in the future, focusing on the betterment of College and its past students. Hence, continuous and proactive member support is the need of the hour.
Towards this end, we would like to encourage you to obtain Life Membership and join hands with your fellow Sebastianites and proactively contribute in our endeavors in the long run. Kindly follow the procedure below in applying for OBA Life Membership.
1. Fill your details in a Membership Application - Make sure you note down your existing ordinary membership number on the application. You can obtain member applications from methods given below. Download the member application from our OBA official website (www.sebsoba.com/members/) Obtain an application from General Secretary Address (see below) Obtain an application from College Office
2. Validate your application by attaching a copy of school leaving certificate (In case your school leaving certificate is not available, ensure to note down your college admission number and attach a copy of a document received to your name e.g. sports certificate, signed by Principle/Rector)
3. Submission of Application and Membership Fees – applications can be submitted along with the life membership fee of LKR 1000/- to the address of General Secretary or any existing General Committee member (refer OBA website for Incumbent General Committee member list), to be tabled at monthly meetings. Following alternative ways are also available. Scan the completed application along with the copy of school leaving certificate and the membership fee deposit slip and send to [email protected]. All membership fee deposits should be made to Old Boys’ Association St. Sebastian’s College, Moratuwa Commercial Bank A/C No 1460733301. Post the documents(only) to the address of General Secretary or, Hand over the documents/membership fee to the registration desk at AGM- 2019 Note – If you are already an Ordinary Member, kindly mention your existing Ordinary Membership Number as a reference. Make sure you fill the form clearly in BLOCK CAPITALS.
Kindly forward any queries to the undersigned via phone and email (see below). Wish you well and looking forward to welcome you to the OBA Family.
Kusal Tharindu Fernando Hony General Secretary No 71, 'Bethel', Rawathawatte Road, Moratuwa. Tel: 0112655668 (Home) | 077 7078943 (Mobile) E-mail: [email protected] | Web: www.sebsoba.com
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Rev. Fr. Oscar Abeyratne Mr. Rex De Silva Mr. Chaminda Alwis Mr. Sajeewa De Silva Mr. Flavian Aponso Mr. Shirley De Silva Mr. Premalal Aponso Mr. Thilak De Silva Rev. Bro. Randolph Arsecularatne FSC Mr. Tomlinson De Silva Mr. Primus Bandara Mr. Kavinda De Soysa Mr. Ajith Nivard Cabral Capt. C.M.G. Dias (Deceased) Mr. Ajith Cooray Very. Rev. Fr. Elmo Dias Mr. Emil Cooray (Deceased) Rev. Fr. Augustine Fernando Mr. Frank Cooray Rev. Fr. Damian Fernando OMI (Deceased) Mr. Marian Cooray (Deceased) Mr. Dominic Fernando Mr. Pius Cooray (Deceased) Mr. Albert Fernando (Deceased) Rev. Fr. Priyalal Cooray Mr. Angelo Fernando Mr. Sunil Cooray Mr. Bernard Fernando Prof. Sunil Cooray Mr. Carl Fernando Mr. Wilfred Cooray Cmdr. Christopher Fernando Mr. Angelo De Mel Mr. Christy Fernando Mr. Norman De Mel (Deceased) Mr. Claude Fernando Mr. Samson De Mel Rev. Bro. Clement Fernando FSC Mr. Tiran de Sampayo Rev. Fr. Cyril Gamini Fernando Mr. Bryan De Silva Mr. Delip Fernando Mr. Dinesh De Silva Mr. Dudley Fernando Mr. Guy de Silva Mr. E.N.S. Fernando (Deceased) Mr. Kumar De Silva Rev. Fr. Elmo Raj Fernando (Deceased) Mr. Lucian De Silva Mr. Errol Fernando Mr. Nilanth de Silva Mr. Fermin Fernando Mr. Nimal De Silva (Deceased) Brig. George Fernando (Deceased) Mr. Prasanga De Silva Mr. Harendra Fernando
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Prof. Harendra Fernando Mr. Simlie W. Fernando (Deceased) Mr. Julian Fernando Dr. Sirinimal Fernando Mr. Kingsley Fernando Mr. Sumithra Fernando Dr. Lakshan Fernando Mr. Sunil Martinus Fernando (Deceased) Rev. Fr. Laksiri Fernando Rev. Fr. Sunil Paul Fernando Major Gen. Lawrance Fernando Mr. Sunil T. Fernando Mr. Lloyd B.A. Fernando (Deceased) Dr. Susith Fernando Mr. Malith Fernando Prof. Terrence Fernando Mr. Merril Fernando Mr. Udayakanth Fernando Rev. Fr. Mervyn Fernando (Deceased) Rt. Rev. Dr. Winston Fernando SSS Mr. Morgan Fernando Rev. Fr. Bonnie Fernandopulle (Deceased) Mr. Nirmalath Fernando Rev. Fr. Oswald Firth OMI Mr. Norbert Fernando (Deceased) Mr. Nihal Fonseka (Deceased) Mr. M. Oliver G.E. Fernando Mr. Sriyan Fonseka Mr. Oliver Fernando Gr. Capt. Chandra Gunawardena Rev. Fr. Prasad Niranjan Fernando Mr. Edmund Gunawardena Mr. Preethilal Fernando Mr. Herman Gunawardena (Deceased) Mr. Priyantha D.J. Fernando Mr. Leslie Gunawardena (Deceased) Mr. Priyantha Fernando Mr. Lester Gunawardena (Deceased) Prof. Ranil Fernando Mr. Ralph Gunawardena Mr. Ranjan Fernando Rev. Bro. Nimal Gurusinghe FSC Mr. Ransiri Fernando Prof. Patrick Hettiaracchi Rev. Fr. Reid Shelton Fernando Mr. Neil Hettiarachchi Mr. Rexie Fernando Mr. Trevin Jayasekara Mr. Rohan B. Fernando (Deceased) Prof. Gerinus Jayasekera Mr. Royce Fernando (Deceased) Mr. Heraculus Jayasekera (Deceased) Mr. Shiral Fernando Mr. Fred A.S. Jayasinghe (Deceased) Prof. Shyam Fernando Capt. Patrick Jayasinghe
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Capt. Elmo Jayawardena Dr. Chaminda Perera Mr. Tony Jesudasan Mr. Eardley Perera (Deceased) Mr. John Jeyoraj Rev. Bro. Granville Perera FSC Mr. Romesh Kaluwitharane Mr. J. Marcellus Perera Mr. M.F. Martino (Deceased) Mr. Leonard Perera (Deceased) Mr. Augustus Mendis Rev. Fr. Lucian Perera OMI Dr. Chrisantha Mendis Prof. Merril Perera (Deceased) Rev. Fr. Derrick Mendis SJ (Deceased) Mr. Peter Perera FSC Mr. Gerald Mendis Mr. Rohan Jude Perera Mr. Kinglsey Mendis Mr. Sarath Perera Mr. Lawrance Mendis Mr. Sylvester Perera Rev. Fr. Merle Mendis OMI Rev. Bro. Thomas Phillip FSC (Deceased) Dr. Prasantha Mendis Mr. Angelo Silva Dr. Sriyantha Mendis Rev. Bro. Augustine Silva FSC Rt. Rev. Dr. Valence Mendis Mr. Manfred Silva (Deceased) Rev. Bro. Modestus (Deceased) Rt. Rev. Dr. Maxwell Silva Mr. Henry Nanayakkara Mr. Primus Silva Rev. Bro. Nicholas (Deceased) Mr. Radley Silva (Deceased) Mr. Milroy Paul Rev. Fr. Ranjan Silva Mr. A. B. Peiris Rev. Fr. Susith Silva Mr. Anton Peiris Mr. Pubudu Weeraratne Rev. Fr. Hilary Peiris OMI Mr. Sanath Weerasuriya Mr. Jayantha Peiris Mr. Rupanath Wickremaratne Rt. Rev. Dr. Marius Peiris Mr. Cecil Wijayasena Mr. Wilhelm Peiris Mr. Leslie Wijeratne Mr. Deepal Pereira Mr. Anton Seth Perera Mr. Bede Perera
Annual Report & Financial Statements 2018/2019 47 | P a g e 88TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING PAST PRESIDENTS
Rev. Bro. Bonaventure FSC 1931 - 1932 Rev. Bro. Alban FSC 1932 - 1935 Rev. Bro. Ceasar FSC 1935 - 1936 Rev. Bro. Alban FSC 1936 - 1939 Rev. Bro. Luke FSC 1939 - 1943 Rev. Bro. Alban FSC 1943 - 1946 Rev. Bro. Theodoret FSC 1946 - 1948 Rev. Bro. Hugh Farringdon FSC 1948 - 1949 Rev. Bro. Calixtus FSC 1950 - 1956 Rev. Bro. Luke FSC 1956 - 1957 Rev. Bro. Austin FSC 1957 - 1959 Rev. Bro. Modestus FSC 1959 - 1963 Rev. Bro. Benildus FSC 1964 - 1973 Rev. Bro. Conrad Rodrigo FSC 1974 - 1976 Rev. Bro. Sylvester FSC 1977 - 1981 Rev. Bro. Christopher Perera FSC 1981 - 1985 Rev. Bro. Walter Goonetilleke FSC 1985 - 1986 Mr. Eugene A. De Silva 1986 - 1987 Rev. Bro. Granville Perera FSC 1987 - 1994 Rev. Bro. Charles Dodanwela FSC 1994 - 1996 Rev. Bro. Henry Dissanayake FSC 1996 - 1999 Rev. Bro. Walter Goonetilleke FSC 1999 - 2001 Capt. Patrick Jayasinghe 2001 - 2004 Mr. Premalal Aponso 2004 - 2007 Mr. Delip Fernando 2007 - 2009 Mr. Premalal Aponso 2009 - 2012 Mr. Christy Fernando 2012 - 2015 Mr. Lester Gunawardane 2015 - 2018 Mr. Ajith Fernando 2018 -
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Mr. Peter B. Dias 1931 - 1932 Mr. M. F. D. Fernando 1933 - 1934 Mr. C. V. S. Silva 1935 - 1936 Capt. C. M. G. Dias 1937 - 1938 Mr. W. R. Q. A. Fernando 1939 - 1940 Mr. C. A. S. Manatunga 1941 - 1943 Mr. T. D. L. Peiris 1944 - 1945 Mdlr. G. J. M. Perera 1946 - 1948 Mr. Eugene A. De Silva 1949 - 1954 Mr. Neil De Silva 1954 - 1955 Mr. W. Moses Perera 1955 - 1957 Mr. Eugene A. De Silva 1957 - 1966 Mr. Julian A. Fernando 1966 - 1976 Mr. Manfred G. M. Silva 1976 - 1981 Mr. Julian A. Fernando 1981 - 1986 Mr. Manfred G. M. Silva 1986 - 1992 Mr. Oliver Fernando 1992 - 1993 Mr. Delip Fernando 1993 - 1995 Mr. Nimal De Silva 1995 - 1998 Mr. Delip Fernando 1998 - 2000 Mr. Kingsley Mendis 2000 - 2003 Mr. Ransiri Fernando 2003 - 2005 Mr. Shiral Fernando 2005 - 2008 Mr. Nirmalath Fernando 2008 - 2011 Mr. Lester Gunawardena 2011 - 2014 Mr. Nirmalath Fernando 2014 - 2016 Mr. Bevan Perera 2016 - 2017 Mr. Shameera Fernando 2017 - 2018 Mr. Tharindu Fernando 2018 -
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Rev. Bro. Joseph Charles FSC 1931 - 1932 Mr. R. S. A. Dias 1933 - 1947 Mr. K. M. J. G. Fernando 1948 - 1952 Mr. Albert C. Fernando 1953 - 1973 Mr. W. Gerald Mendis 1973 - 1977 Mr. Rohan B. Fernando 1977 - 1978 Mr. Delip Fernando 1978 - 1979 Mr. Tilak De Silva 1979 - 1980 Mr. Premalal Aponso 1980 - 1990 Mr. Nimal De Silva 1990 - 1993 Mr. Primus Silva 1993 - 1997 Mr. Henry Nanayakkara 1997 - 2000 Mr. Udayakanth Fernando 2000 - 2003 Mr. Bryan De Silva 2003 - 2006 Mr. Malith Fernando 2006 - 2009 Mr. Ration Fernando 2009 - 2011 Mr. Malith Fernando 2011 - 2012 Mr. Malinga Peiris 2012 - 2015 Mr. Ajith Fernando 2015 - 2017 Mr. Suneth Fernando 2017 -
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------Family Night with Marians 2018 ------
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------The Rector’s Felicitation Ceremony ------
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------Back To College 2019 ------
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ශ්රී ලංකා ම ලංතම ම අප ලංශ්රී...... ලංකා ම ලංන ත ලංන තලංනලංතමම ුන්දර ලං䦻䦶ර䦶ී ලංු䆳ි ලංඅි ලං බරතමනලංකාම ධමනය ලංධන ලං න ලංත් ලංපකුරු ලං䦻䦶 ලංයලංුමියලංරතයම අප ලංහට ලංබැප ලං䦻䦶 ලං බ ලංබදනම ලං觓වන ේලංතමම 䦻ᗒගනු ලංතැන ලංඅප ලංභක්ලංී ලංජයම න ත ලංන ත ලංතම ම අප ලංශ්රී ලං...... ලංකා ම ලංන ත ලංන තලංනලංතමම ඔර ලං ේ ලංඅප ලංǒදයම ඔර ලංත ලංඅප ලංබයම ඔර ලං ේ ලංඅප ලංශක් ලංි අප ලංහද ලංුරළ ලංභක්ලංී ඔර ලංඅප ලංආ කක් අප ේ ලංඅනුප්රම ේ ඔර ලංඅප ලං觓වන ලංේ අප ලංමුක් ලංි ලංඔර ලංේ
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