Sotpattana School for the Deaf organized an orientation and meeting with parents of new students of the academic year 2024 at the meeting room of the Pattaya Orphanage’s administrative department. The 18 families learned about our school’s operations in various areas, including teaching and learning, a mutual understanding and related agreement between parents and the school..

Just before some older kids need to travel back to their boarding schools in preparation for the new academic year, a rainy but fun-filled morning was organized for all the children from preschool level up to vocational training. The three teams competed in three games, including Balloon-Belly Race, Balls Train, and Egg-Spoon Race by Teachers Nat and Marie. They were also competing freestyle in the Musical Chairs game. Everyone had a treat of Hokkaido Soft Cream served from the D Sunday mobile ice cream truck. Thanks to the organizers as well as the Malstrom Family in USA for the contribution towards this special stormy morning.

Members of the Pattaya Orphanage and Sotpattana School for the Deaf celebrated together the three special occasions; i.e. the 25th anniversary of final vows of Sister Kongkham Surasiang, the honoring of 33 school-aged kids and young adults with outstanding grades and conducts, perseverance, and responsibilities in their studies and assignments, along with the May Day celebration for all staff members.. Following the formality, we had a lovely dinner together in a family atmosphere. May each and everyone be blessed in abundance and enjoying good health..

Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak, Acting Licensee of Sotpattana School for the Deaf, along with Mrs. Angkana Kamnoedthon, the school director, travelled to Sriharuthai School, Khlung District, Chanthaburi Province to share their views as invited resource persons on the topic of Teacher’s Spirit and Future Trends in Catholic Education, during Sriharuthai School’s program on Spiritual Revival for Teachers.

The group of 11 preteens up to young adults in the care of the Pattaya Orphanage took part in the special activity with an introduction to teen depression, and self-care, organized by the team of a volunteer psychologist Chutikan Inthim. On this occasion, they also went through a preliminary mental health assessment with our resource persons. Thanks and best wishes to all concerned, esp. Khun Chutikan who further supported our children as well as disabled persons with a cash donation..

Ten kids in primary school levels joined an art therapy using Mandala art led by the team of a volunteer psychologist Chutikan Inthim.. Children were encouraged to upgrade their concentration, creativity, relaxation, muscle strength and self-knowledge. Thanks to our resource person and all concerned..

At the 8th anniversary of passing of Rev. Fr. Joseph Yutthichai Panchasap, our benefactor, representatives of the Pattaya Orphanage gathered at our chapel to celebrate the Memorial Mass for all in the Panchasap Family, who have passed away. Rev. Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak presided over the Mass and a representative of the extended family was present among us.. May God bless all our loved ones who have gone ahead with eternal rest and all the remaining with good health as well as fulfillment..

School aged girls at the Pattaya Orphanage gathered to learn from Teacher Nat about camphor and store them in lovely pouches for use in different rooms. The activity helped them make their free time worthwhile..