After serving the teaching profession with honesty, dedication and a strong sense of responsibility for 39 years, 3 months and 29 days, headteacher Md. Munaem Khan received a royal-style farewell on horseback upon his retirement. The emotional farewell was marked by heartfelt tributes from colleagues, current and former students, and local residents.
The farewell ceremony was held on Thursday afternoon, October 29, 2026, at Barui Gaon Government Primary School in Ward No. 9 of Dhara Union, Haluaghat Upazila, Mymensingh.
The programme was presided over by Hafizul Islam, Assistant Upazila Education Officer. Rabbikul Alam, instructor at the Upazila Resource Centre (URC), attended as the chief guest. Other attendees included Advocate Abdul Motaleb Khan, the retiring headteacher's younger brother; Abdul Hannan, president of the Primary Teachers' Association; and teachers, students, guardians and local dignitaries.
The programme was conducted by assistant teacher Roksana Akter Sumi. It began with a recitation from the Holy Quran by Tasnim, a fifth-grade student of the school, followed by the national anthem. Teachers, students and guests then welcomed the retiring headteacher with flowers.
Speakers highlighted Md. Munaem Khan's long professional career, integrity, dedication and contributions to the development of the school. They said that, beyond his teaching and administrative responsibilities, he had played an important role in helping students become educated and responsible individuals.
His affectionate behaviour, commitment to discipline and tireless efforts, they added, would remain memorable to the school community and local residents.
The speakers also noted that although his formal career had come to an end, his relationship with the institution would continue. His experience, advice and educational contributions would remain a source of inspiration for the school's future progress.
During the ceremony, colleagues and students shared memories of their time with the retiring headteacher and wished him good health, longevity and a peaceful, happy retirement. The event became emotional as attendees expressed their gratitude and affection.
According to school sources, the institution has been conducting educational activities since its establishment in 1987. It currently has five teachers, including four women and one man. Following Munaem Khan's retirement, Parvez Khan will serve as acting headteacher.
The farewell concluded with a memorable royal-style send-off, as the retiring headteacher rode away on horseback. Through this special gesture, the school community expressed its respect, love and gratitude for his decades of service to education.
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Reported by Nabila Afrin, Haluaghat correspondent • Edited by the Daily Best News desk. Send corrections to [email protected].
