Sotpattana School for the Deaf was very proud of our administrators, i.e. Rev. Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak, the School’s Acting Licensee and Manger, as well as Mrs. Angkana Kamnoedthon, the School Director, when the European International University (EIU), Paris, led by Founder and Director General Dr. Edward Roy Krishnan, awarded them the Honorary Doctorates and the front of our school became the venue of the degree conferral event. Fr. Michael was honored with a Doctor of Humane Letters, Honoris Causa (Litt.D., h.c.) which is a distinguished honorary degree awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to society, particularly in the humanities and public service. Unlike academic doctorates earned through research and scholarship, this degree honors a recipient’s lifelong achievements, societal impact, and dedication to human welfare and culture. It is among the highest honors an institution can bestow, celebrating the broad influence and profound legacy of the recipient in their respective field. Director Angkana was at the same occasion, awarded with a Doctor of Humanitarian Service in Special Education, Honoris Causa, (D.H.S.Ed., h.c.), which is an honorary degree recognizing individuals for their outstanding contributions to special education, particularly in humanitarian efforts. It honors the recipient’s dedication to enhancing the lives and educational opportunities of students with special needs, emphasizing their commitment to compassion, service, and advocacy. On this occasion, the EIU presented Dr. Maurice Dimmock with a trophy and appreciation for his support. Dr. Krishnan also marked his upcoming birthday anniversary with a presentation of his cheque to our school. Many happy returns of the day to you.. Thanks and best wishes to you, your EIU Team, and all concerned..

Sotpattana School for the Deaf organized a Classroom Contest 2024 to promote creativity, environment conservation, and cooperation of all members of the five classrooms. Honorable judges included representatives of parents of each class, the Deaf School’s executive board, personnel of the Pattaya Orphanage, and benefactors. Following are the total scores for all the classrooms: Little Bees: 442 Wings of Dream: 439 Sunlight: 424 Stream: 418 Earth: 417 Congratulations to the prize winners. May everyone benefit from the lovely learning atmosphere..

Sotpattana School for the Deaf was very proud of our administrators, i.e. Rev. Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak, the School’s Acting Licensee and Manger, as well as Mrs. Angkana Kamnoedthon, the School Director, when the European International University (EIU), Paris, led by Founder and Director General Dr. Edward Roy Krishnan, awarded them the Honorary Doctorates and the front of our school became the venue of the degree conferral event. Fr. Michael was honored with a Doctor of Humane Letters, Honoris Causa (Litt.D., h.c.) which is a distinguished honorary degree awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to society, particularly in the humanities and public service. Unlike academic doctorates earned through research and scholarship, this degree honors a recipient’s lifelong achievements, societal impact, and dedication to human welfare and culture. It is among the highest honors an institution can bestow, celebrating the broad influence and profound legacy of the recipient in their respective field. Director Angkana was at the same occasion, awarded with a Doctor of Humanitarian Service in Special Education, Honoris Causa, (D.H.S.Ed., h.c.), which is an honorary degree recognizing individuals for their outstanding contributions to special education, particularly in humanitarian efforts. It honors the recipient’s dedication to enhancing the lives and educational opportunities of students with special needs, emphasizing their commitment to compassion, service, and advocacy. On this occasion, the EIU presented Dr. Maurice Dimmock with a trophy and appreciation for his support. Dr. Krishnan also marked his upcoming birthday anniversary with a presentation of his cheque to our school. Many happy returns of the day to you.. Thanks and best wishes to you, your EIU Team, and all concerned..

Sotpattana School for the Deaf organized a Classroom Contest 2024 to promote creativity, environment conservation, and cooperation of all members of the five classrooms. Honorable judges included representatives of parents of each class, the Deaf School’s executive board, personnel of the Pattaya Orphanage, and benefactors. Following are the total scores for all the classrooms: Little Bees: 442 Wings of Dream: 439 Sunlight: 424 Stream: 418 Earth: 417 Congratulations to the prize winners. May everyone benefit from the lovely learning atmosphere..

The students, teachers, and administrators of Sotpattana School for the Deaf gathered to welcome Mr. Karl Meneghella, Director of Inspector Training and Institution Accreditation at the International Education Accreditation Council Ltd. (IEAC), London, U.K. to our dome for the presentation of Certificate of Accreditation to Sotpattana School for the dedication to excellence in education. Representing our School, Rev. Michael Weera Phangrak received this certificate which is valid for four years, from 16 August 2024 to 16 August 2028.  On this occasion, Mr. Meneghella presented our School Director Angkana Kamnoedthon with the Directors Award for the School’s Inclusivity and Diversity. As part of the entertainment and congratulatory expression, Teacher Chotiwan Suksamran and KG3-student Angpao presented a quiz show and storytelling in sign language, after the two dance shows from preschool kids of the Pattaya Orphanage.. Grateful thanks to IEAC, Dr. Karl and his wife, as well as Dr. Maurice Dimmock, the International Education Consultant, and his wife for their participation and encouragement.

Sotpattana School for the Deaf congratulated 13 students who completed their early childhood education at the end of 2023 academic year on 9th February 2024.  Rev. Fr. Francis Xavier Kritsada Sukkaphat, the School Board Member and Deputy Director of the Pattaya Orphanage, handed certificates to Chatmongkhon Chua-Ngoen, Ketsada Khemvacharalerd, Kanyaphak Khomuang, Phiphatphong Hoprasert , Jirawat Taengthai, Chonlada Laengla, Phiraphat Burakhon, Freya Parima Purtschert, Pratsanee Sukjaroen, Dhanawat Ngamkham, Chayanit Thongphuet, Sunisa Bunchu, and Sukanya Bunchu. Khun Bernard Mueller congratulated all of them with soft dolls.   Five students; i.e. Phuwasi Nathan, Phakin Laorueng, Waraphu Saelim, Thithat Rammanijirakul, and Sunisa Bunchu, received their certificates of good performance from Rev. Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak, the School’s Acting Licensee.   On this occasion, Dr. Somros Phonglamai MD from Bangkok Hospital Pattaya’s Rehabilitation Center was our special resource person who shared his knowledge, experience, and expertise, with guidance to parents of kids with different types of disabilities.  Thank you and best wishes to all concerned..

Ms. Angkana Kamnoedthon, Director of Sotpattana School for the Deaf received the award for the school with the Best Practice from the Secretary-General of the Office of the Private Education Commission (OPEC) after being selected as a “Dare to Dream, Dare to Do” school, with Whole School Transforming: 7 Changes through developing school curriculum that focuses on competency-based learning outcomes. During the seminar on the exchange of knowledge about the success of the Whole School Transforming through the development of school curriculum that focuses on student competency at the Royal River Hotel, Bangkok. The administrators and teachers of the school attended this event and congratulated all the schools that received the award.

Sotpattana School for the Deaf congratulated eight graduates, i.e. Taychin Kanchanasattha (Panpan), Naphat Som-In (Ahm), Phichayaphak Khamcharoen (Yogurt), Wuthikon Ru-Nan (Happy), Dranphop Inprasong (David), Channarong Chamnanrian (Benji), and Theeraphat Phadklom (Ohm) at their completion of early childhood education with the graduation ceremony presided over by the School Manager and Acting Licensee, Rev. Dr. Michael Weera Phangrak. On this occasion, Chayanit Thongphuet (Omsin) and Adisak Ritrassami (Captain) from Level 1, Chonlada Laengla (New) and Sunisa Bunchu (Toei) in Level 2, and Phraewmai Tangmongkhonwutthi (Phraew) in Level 3, were five students who received certificates of “Students with Outstanding Academic Performance” and souvenirs from Rev. Fr. Francis Xavier Kritsada Sukkaphat, Deputy Director of the Pattaya Orphanage. Parents/guardians and a few guests could enjoy stage dances presented by Level 1-3 students. After lunch, all the kindergartners returned home with their parents/guardians for the vacation. We thank all concerned for supporting these children with disabilities to further develop and progress in life..

Sotpattana School for the Deaf, situated in the same compound and supported by the Pattaya Orphanage, marked 40 years since inauguration on 6th October 1982 and the official celebration organized this Friday following the completion of the new multi-purpose dome building built on the occasion for student activities. Most Reverend Silvio Siripong Charatsri, Bishop of Chanthaburi Diocese and President of the Executive Board of the Pattaya Orphanage, presided over the ceremony with the blessing and opening of the dome building. It was an auspicious event with Bishop Emeritus Lawrence Thienchai Samanchit, priests and religious communities, alumni and families, as well as neighbors in attendance. Since our School is one of the 16 Catholic schools of the Education Section of Chanthaburi Diocese, most of our guests, were from ESCD members. Dr. Maurice K. Dimmock, Chair of ASIC, UK, presented a fund from Rose Education Foundation and shared impression of his involvement with our School and the notable care provided to children. Rev. Michael Weera Phangrak, Acting School Licensee, expressed our appreciation to 10 benefactors and four teachers with years of service between 20 and 39, with plaques of honor. All the well-wishers and guests, including representatives of Chonburi Provincial Education Office, received special souvenirs and joined lunch with a variety of foods, most of which was sponsored by Fonds des Amis de Bernie (FAB).. Special thanks to the musicians and singers from Minor Seminary of the Sacred Heart of Jesus for the music throughout the morning, and the team from Chanthaburi Diocese Media Office for promoting the event through social media. Our grateful thanks to all concerned for the thoughtfulness to the Deaf School and disabled children in our care.

Sotpattana School for the Deaf welcomed Dr. Maurice Dimmock, Chairman of Accreditation Service for International Schools, Colleges & Universities (ASIC) at a ceremony in handing over of ASIC Accreditation for the period of 26th January 2022 to 25th January 2023, following the most recent inspection in early December 2021.. Rev. Michael Weera Phangrak, School’s Acting Licensee, Rev. Francis Kritsada Sukkaphat, School’s Board Member, and Mrs. Angkana Kamnerdthon, School Director, accepted the 4th certificate of accreditation with pride and joy, witnessed by the teachers and students. After the ceremony, Khun Maurice was shown the construction area for a multi-purpose dome which would be built on the occasion of the School’s 40th anniversary this year. Thank you so much, once again, for your presence and continued support from ASIC and Rose Education Foundation.. May God continue to bless you and yours with good health and fulfillment..