SJC85 | 2016 August 50th Birthday Party & Get Together

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2016 August 50th SJC85 Birthday Party & Get Together Reunion Event

August 2016 – SJC85 50th Birthday Celebration & Get Together Reunion Event This special memory page is dedicated to the SJC85 Class of 1985 friends who came together in August 2016 to celebrate their 50th birthday milestone and reunion gathering. It captures cherished school visit memories, group photos, joyful moments, lifelong friendship, and the strong Johnian bond that continues to connect the Class of 1985.

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Recognition CeremonySpecial moments from the SJC85 August 2016 gathering.

Souvenir PresentationA memorable presentation shared among classmates.

Warm Reunion SmileJoyful reunion smiles captured during the ceremony.

Camera & Friendship MemoryA meaningful school-visit moment preserved in photographs.

Medal of HonourA proud Johnian moment during the celebration event.

Special Gift PresentationClassmates receiving special reunion keepsakes.

Johnian BrotherhoodThe fellowship and friendship of the SJC85 batch.

Gratitude & ConversationWarm conversations and memorable reunion exchanges.

Recognition LineA line of classmates taking part in the presentation.

Token of AppreciationA thoughtful reunion gift presented with appreciation.

Blessing & WelcomeA respectful and memorable moment from the school visit.

Awarding the MedalAn unforgettable recognition moment from the reunion.

Part 2 Recognition MomentMore medal presentation and school visit memories from August 2016.

Event Story

Golden Milestone of Friendship

The 2016 August gathering brought classmates together to celebrate their 50th birthday milestone and reconnect through school memories, group fellowship, celebration moments, and shared Johnian pride.

50th Birthday Celebration

A meaningful milestone where friends gathered to celebrate life, friendship, and the journey from school days to today.

Get Together Reunion

The event created a warm space for classmates to reconnect, laugh, remember, and strengthen the lifelong bond of the SJC85 batch.

Johnian Spirit

From the college grounds to the reunion hall, every photo reflects loyalty, school pride, and the lasting strength of friendship.

Highlights

Event Highlights

A beautiful mix of official group portraits, birthday cake moments, hall celebration photos, beach gathering memories, and school visit images.

Birthday Cake Moment

The cake marked the golden 50th birthday milestone and became one of the central memories of the celebration.

Batch Group Photos

Large group photos captured the strength and unity of the SJC85 friendship circle.

Return to School

Photos from school grounds and chapel settings preserve the emotional connection to St. John’s College, Jaffna.

Photo Gallery

2016 August Reunion Photo Gallery – Part 2 (211 Photos)

Part 2 has been updated with 211 photos, including more school visit, medal presentation, appreciation, recognition, campus walk, birthday cake, cake-sharing, speeches, group portraits, grandstand photos, and outdoor program memories from the SJC85 50th Birthday Party & Get Together. Click any photo to open it in fullscreen. Close ✕ or press ESC to return.

Presentation MomentA meaningful recognition moment from the school visit and reunion program.

Receiving a SouvenirA special keepsake shared during the SJC85 celebration.

Recognition SmileJoyful smiles reflecting friendship, pride, and reunion memories.

Candid Ceremony PhotoA candid photo preserving the warmth of the 2016 gathering.

Medal PresentationA memorable medal presentation during the school visit ceremony.

Gift PresentationA thoughtful presentation shared among classmates and friends.

Honouring a ClassmateOne of many proud Johnian recognition moments.

Warm ConversationA friendly exchange during the reunion presentation session.

Reunion Queue MomentClassmates taking turns during the appreciation ceremony.

Shared LaughterA cheerful reunion moment filled with genuine happiness.

Special WelcomeA respectful welcome and greeting shared during the event.

Awarding the MedalA proud SJC85 moment from the August 2016 reunion.

A Moment of ThanksA warm and grateful exchange during the presentation program.

Johnian FellowshipJohnian friendship and fellowship captured in one frame.

Greeting & AppreciationA reunion memory filled with appreciation and smiles.

Reunion ExchangeSpecial reunion tokens shared among classmates.

School Visit PresentationA school-visit presentation moment captured beautifully.

Honour & GratitudeAn honourable moment celebrating lasting friendship.

Celebration GreetingA memorable greeting during the ceremony and get together.

Brotherhood MomentThe enduring Johnian bond shining through the reunion day.

Medal Presentation MomentAnother memorable recognition moment from the school visit ceremony.

Receiving the Reunion TokenA classmate receiving a reunion token during the presentation.

Respectful RecognitionA respectful moment captured during the medal presentation.

Gift Presentation MomentA souvenir and medal exchange from the SJC85 gathering.

Honouring a Johnian FriendHonouring friendship and the lasting Johnian bond.

Award Presentation SmileA joyful appreciation moment from the Part 2 photo archive.

Reunion Medal CeremonyA proud medal ceremony memory from August 2016.

Special Recognition PhotoClassmates gathered during the special recognition program.

Classmate AppreciationA warm appreciation moment shared among SJC85 friends.

Presentation Table MomentThe presentation table filled with medals and reunion keepsakes.

Medal & Souvenir ExchangeA meaningful exchange from the school visit program.

Brotherhood RecognitionBrotherhood and fellowship captured during the ceremony.

Receiving Appreciation GiftA proud classmate receiving a special reunion gift.

Warm Reunion GreetingA friendly greeting and presentation during the reunion.

Friendly Presentation MomentA happy moment of appreciation and shared memories.

Special Keepsake HandoverA keepsake handover preserving the 2016 reunion spirit.

Medal Ceremony HighlightA highlight from the medal presentation ceremony.

Johnian Appreciation MomentA Johnian appreciation moment filled with respect and pride.

Honour and FellowshipHonour, gratitude, and lifelong friendship in one frame.

Proud Recognition MemoryA proud recognition memory from the SJC85 Part 2 archive.

Presentation KeepsakeAnother thoughtful keepsake presentation from the SJC85 school visit program.

Medal Blessing MomentA respectful medal moment shared with pride and gratitude.

Souvenir HandoverA souvenir handover preserving the warmth of the 2016 reunion.

Recognition with RespectA meaningful recognition photo from the Part 2 archive.

Gift and Medal MemoryA classmate receiving a special reunion gift and medal.

Warm AppreciationA warm appreciation moment filled with smiles and friendship.

Classmate HonourHonouring a Johnian classmate during the school visit ceremony.

Proud SJC85 MomentA proud SJC85 recognition memory from August 2016.

Friendship PresentationFriendship, appreciation, and Johnian spirit captured together.

School Visit HonourA school visit honour moment from the 50th birthday reunion.

Reunion AppreciationA thoughtful appreciation exchange during the reunion program.

Johnian RecognitionA special Johnian recognition moment preserved for the archive.

Medal PresentationA special medal presentation moment from the SJC85 school visit program.

Souvenir HandoverA classmate receiving a reunion souvenir with appreciation.

Recognition MomentA proud recognition moment during the 2016 reunion ceremony.

Keepsake PresentationA meaningful keepsake presentation preserving the Johnian bond.

Classmate HonourHonouring a classmate with warmth, respect, and friendship.

Reunion TokenA reunion token shared as part of the SJC85 celebration.

Appreciation CeremonyA respectful appreciation ceremony moment from Part 2.

Johnian BrotherhoodThe Johnian brotherhood captured during the school visit.

Friendly RecognitionA friendly recognition moment filled with smiles and memories.

School Visit MemoryA school visit memory from the August 2016 reunion archive.

Medal Presentation MemoryA fresh medal presentation photo added to the SJC85 Part 2 archive.

Recognition KeepsakeA meaningful recognition keepsake shared during the school visit.

School Visit BlessingA warm blessing and medal moment from the reunion ceremony.

Appreciation ExchangeAnother appreciation exchange preserving the Johnian bond.

Classmate RecognitionA classmate recognition moment captured with pride and respect.

Friendship HonourFriendship and honour reflected in this school visit memory.

Reunion Token MomentA reunion token presented as part of the August 2016 program.

Johnian AppreciationA thoughtful appreciation moment from the SJC85 celebration.

Warm Reunion SmileA warm reunion smile during the medal and gift presentation.

Special PresentationA special presentation memory added to the Part 2 gallery.

Proud Ceremony MomentA proud ceremony moment from the school visit archive.

Medal and SouvenirA medal and souvenir presentation shared with gratitude.

Respectful HonourA respectful honour moment from the SJC85 50th birthday reunion.

Brotherhood MemoryA brotherhood memory celebrating long-lasting Johnian friendship.

Reunion Appreciation PhotoA reunion appreciation photo newly added to the gallery.

Medal Honour MomentA newly added medal honour photo from the SJC85 Part 2 school visit archive.

Souvenir PresentationA classmate receiving a special reunion souvenir during the ceremony.

Warm Recognition SmileA warm recognition smile captured during the appreciation program.

Friendly AppreciationFriendship and appreciation shared in a memorable school visit moment.

Classmate Medal MomentA classmate medal moment added to the August 2016 reunion gallery.

School Visit RecognitionA school visit recognition photo preserving the Johnian bond.

Presentation Table MemoryA presentation table memory with medals and reunion tokens.

Proud Reunion HonourA proud reunion honour moment from the SJC85 celebration.

Token of FriendshipA token of friendship shared during the Part 2 ceremony.

Johnian Reunion MomentAnother Johnian reunion moment filled with respect and friendship.

Medal and Gift ExchangeA medal and gift exchange from the 2016 school visit program.

Special Appreciation PhotoA special appreciation photo newly added to the Part 2 gallery.

Respectful GreetingA respectful greeting and recognition moment among classmates.

Brotherhood PresentationA brotherhood presentation moment celebrating lifelong friendship.

Reunion KeepsakeA reunion keepsake being presented during the August gathering.

Class of 1985 MemoryA Class of 1985 memory preserved for the SJC85 archive.

Recognition Ceremony PhotoA recognition ceremony photo from the school visit and reunion day.

Happy Reunion ExchangeA happy reunion exchange with smiles and appreciation.

Johnian Honour PhotoA Johnian honour photo added to the updated Part 2 collection.

Final Added MemoryA final newly added memory from the SJC85 Part 2 photo update.

Newly Added RecognitionA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Medal Presentation MemoryA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

School Visit HonourA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Reunion Token MomentA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Classmate AppreciationA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Friendly Ceremony MomentA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Special PresentationA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Johnian Bond MemoryA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Proud Classmate MomentA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Warm Reunion HonourA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

School Fellowship PhotoA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Reunion AppreciationA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Medal and KeepsakeA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Respectful PresentationA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Friendship RecognitionA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Golden Reunion MemoryA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Class of 1985 HonourA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

Ceremony KeepsakeA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 50th birthday school visit and reunion ceremony.

School Visit MemoryA newly added photo from the SJC85 Part 2 archive, preserving the school visit and reunion memories.

Final Added PhotoA newly added photo from the SJC85 Part 2 archive, preserving the school visit and reunion memories.

Medal Fellowship PhotoA newly added recognition photo from the SJC85 school visit ceremony.

Recognition PresentationA warm medal presentation moment shared during the reunion program.

Souvenir ExchangeA keepsake presentation preserving the friendship of the Class of 1985.

Proud Reunion HandshakeA proud appreciation moment from the August 2016 gathering.

School Visit HonourAnother honouring moment during the SJC85 school visit ceremony.

Campus Walk MemoryClassmates walking together across the college grounds.

Johnian Campus VisitA group walk capturing the return to St. John’s College, Jaffna.

Friends on CampusA cheerful outdoor school visit memory with classmates and families.

School Grounds GatheringSJC85 friends gathering proudly on the college grounds.

Reunion Arrival WalkClassmates arriving together during the school visit program.

Batch Seating MomentSJC85 friends seated together before the school gathering.

Class Photo GatheringA large school-ground gathering with students and SJC85 classmates.

Group Line MemoryClassmates standing together during the school visit ceremony.

Wide School AssemblyA wide view of the school gathering and SJC85 presence.

Standing with StudentsSJC85 classmates standing proudly with students in the background.

Assembly Honour ViewA broad view of the honour ceremony on the school grounds.

School Visit RecognitionA recognition moment from the chapel and school visit memories.

Friendly Honour MomentA friendly presentation and handshake during the reunion visit.

Warm Appreciation PhotoA warm appreciation moment shared with a smile.

Final Campus MemoryA newly added photo completing this update of the SJC85 Part 2 archive.

Group Line-Up MemoryClassmates standing together proudly with medals and red ties during the outdoor school gathering.

Reunion Friends GatheringA cheerful outdoor gathering of SJC85 friends before the birthday cake moment.

Birthday Cake CircleA wide group photo around the birthday cake, capturing the Class of 1985 milestone celebration.

Celebration ApplauseFriends applauding and sharing joy around the cake during the 50th birthday reunion.

Cake Cutting MomentA close birthday cake moment surrounded by classmates, smiles, and Johnian friendship.

Memories

Friends Story & Batch Memories

These moments preserve the spirit of friendship, school identity, travel, celebration, and lifelong connection.

School Days to 50

From classmates to lifelong friends, the SJC85 journey continues through reunion gatherings and shared memories.

Friendship Forever

“The years may pass, but the bond of school friendship remains alive through every gathering, every photo, and every remembered story.”

Celebration & Fellowship

The birthday celebration was not only about age, but about gratitude, togetherness, and the joy of meeting again.

Preserving the Archive

This page keeps the 2016 August event alive as part of the SJC85 digital memory collection.

Cake Cutting CelebrationThe birthday cake celebration continues with classmates gathered around in joyful friendship.

Sharing the Birthday CakeA warm cake-sharing moment from the SJC85 50th birthday gathering.

First Cake ServingA cheerful moment as the birthday cake is shared among classmates.

Friends Around the CakeSmiles and applause surrounding the outdoor birthday cake celebration.

Joyful Cake MomentA happy cake-sharing scene filled with laughter and Johnian friendship.

Cake and FriendshipThe birthday cake becomes a symbol of reunion, friendship, and the Class of 1985 bond.

Classmate Cake SharingA candid moment of cake being shared with a classmate during the celebration.

Birthday Treat MomentA lighthearted birthday treat moment among SJC85 friends.

Celebration SmilesFriends smile and enjoy the cake-sharing part of the 50th birthday celebration.

Friendly Cake SharingA close reunion moment as cake is shared with laughter and warmth.

Group Celebration PhotoClassmates gathered closely around the cake during the milestone birthday event.

Happy Birthday GatheringA joyful outdoor gathering with the birthday cake and SJC85 friends.

Cake Sharing with FriendsAnother cheerful photo from the cake-sharing ceremony.

Birthday FellowshipSJC85 classmates celebrate together with smiles, medals, and shared memories.

Reunion Cake MomentA memorable cake moment from the August 2016 50th birthday reunion.

Classmates Celebrating TogetherA lively photo of classmates gathered around the birthday cake.

Cake Serving MemoryA newly added photo preserving the special cake-serving moment.

Johnian Birthday JoyThe Johnian bond shines through in this joyful birthday celebration photo.

Cake Sharing Close-UpA close-up celebration moment as the cake is shared among friends.

Final Cake Celebration PhotoA newly added Part 2 photo from the SJC85 birthday cake celebration.

Cake Sharing MomentAnother joyful cake-sharing moment from the SJC85 50th birthday celebration.

Birthday Cake BlessingA warm reunion moment as birthday cake is shared among classmates.

Special Cake ServingA memorable serving of cake during the outdoor SJC85 gathering.

Celebration SmileA smiling classmate steps forward to receive a piece of birthday cake.

Cake Sharing with a FriendA cheerful classmate receives cake in the presence of friends and laughter.

Birthday Treat ExchangeThe cake-sharing celebration continues with smiles and Johnian fellowship.

Friendly Cake MomentA close and friendly cake-sharing scene from the August 2016 event.

Returning to the Cake TableA candid moment near the birthday cake table during the celebration.

Cake Serving CircleThe birthday cake is shared with another classmate as friends gather around.

Birthday Cake SmileA happy reunion face captured during the cake-sharing ceremony.

Cake for a ClassmateA classmate is served cake during the continuing 50th birthday celebration.

Cheerful Cake ServingJoyful expressions and friendship surround this special cake moment.

Camera and Cake MemoryFriends capture and enjoy the birthday cake-sharing celebration.

Cake Sharing Close-UpA close-up reunion memory as birthday cake is offered with a smile.

Another Birthday BiteThe birthday cake is shared again in a lively and memorable reunion moment.

Johnian Cake FellowshipA warm SJC85 moment showing fellowship, smiles, and shared celebration.

Outdoor Cake CelebrationThe cake-sharing continues outdoors with classmates gathered around.

Celebration with FriendsFriends stand together and enjoy another happy birthday cake moment.

Cake and LaughterA lively moment of laughter and cake-sharing from the reunion event.

Final Added Cake MemoryAnother newly added photo preserving the SJC85 50th birthday cake celebration.

Cake Table MomentA candid moment near the birthday cake table during the outdoor celebration.

Cake Sharing with Medal FriendA classmate receives cake while friends gather around in celebration.

Birthday Cake ServingAnother cake-sharing moment from the SJC85 50th birthday gathering.

Friendly Cake BiteA cheerful moment as birthday cake is shared among classmates.

Cake and Johnian SmilesSmiles and friendship surround this warm cake-sharing photo.

Cake Celebration Close-UpA close cake-sharing scene from the August 2016 reunion day.

Classmate Cake MemoryA newly added cake-sharing memory with classmates gathered nearby.

Birthday Fellowship MomentThe birthday cake celebration continues with fellowship and laughter.

Cake Sharing JoyA joyful cake-sharing moment preserving the spirit of the Class of 1985.

SJC85 Cake TraditionClassmates continue the cake-sharing tradition during the milestone celebration.

Outdoor Cake GatheringA warm outdoor photo with classmates enjoying the birthday cake moment.

Cake and Reunion FriendshipAnother friendly cake moment from the SJC85 50th birthday celebration.

Cake Sharing SceneA candid scene of cake being shared during the group celebration.

Happy Birthday MomentA cheerful classmate receives cake while friends look on.

Celebration Cake PhotoA new photo capturing the joy of the cake-sharing ceremony.

Final Cake Sharing SeriesAnother newly added photo from the cake-sharing sequence.

Speech to the GatheringA classmate speaks to the gathering during the school visit program.

Addressing the AudienceA microphone address during the SJC85 reunion and school visit event.

Outdoor Program ViewA wide view of the school ground audience during the program.

Program MomentSenthan’s speech was a memorable moment during the outdoor school program

Outdoor Program AddressA wide view of the school ground program with classmates and students in attendance.

At the MicrophoneA beautiful candid moment captured naturally as Senthan spoke near the microphone during the outdoor reunion program.

SJC85 Grandstand Group PhotoA formal group portrait of the Class of 1985 at the school grandstand.

Class of 1985 Group PortraitA large reunion group photo preserving the Johnian bond of SJC85.

Grandstand MemoryA newly added group portrait from the school visit and reunion gathering.

SJC85 Friends TogetherAnother treasured group photo taken at the school grandstand.

Classmates in FormationA full group photo with classmates standing together in school colours.

Grandstand Reunion PhotoA repeated but cherished group memory from the 50th birthday celebration.

School Ground Group MemoryA final newly added group photo from the SJC85 school visit program.

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