KV Pangode was more than just a place where I could get my high school diploma; it meant a lot more to me. This is where I've made the most meaningful friendships of my life. This is the school where I witnessed teachers who were committed not just to teaching the subjects, but also to teaching us valuable life skills and who would not hesitate to assist us with non-academic issues. I still fondly remember all of the sporting events that we used to attend, as well as the cultural celebrations that we participated in as students and the other extracurricular activities that we all participated in. To me, the value of the experience I had in KV Pangode cannot be assessed solely in terms of percentages of marks earned, degrees earned, or the eventual careers we all pursued. To me, it's a collection of practical life lessons and a toolset that I still use after all these years.