Category: Activity

A group of 23 school-age children under the care of the Pattaya Orphanage, accompanied by five teachers and staff, totaling 28 members, traveled to Chanthaburi Province for an educational and recreational field trip during their summer break. Led by Fr. Francis Xavier Kritsada Sukkaphat, the party explored the natural beauty of Namtok Phlio National Park, enjoyed activities at Ploen Chan Homestay, and visited Oasis Sea World in Laem Sing District. This outing provided the children with wonderful memories, joy, and valuable learning experiences outside the classroom.. Special thanks to our benefactor in the USA who named this event “Little Luke’s Day” in honor of his Mom’s birthday on April 25.. Congratulations to the Birthday Girl!

The management and staff of the Pattaya Orphanage and Sotpattana School for preschoolers with disabilities express our deepest condolences on the passing of Mrs. Wilai Sitthiprapha, the mother of Ms. Thitapha Sitthiprapha, or Teacher Tiew, our Head of Child Welfare. Between 24 and 26 April 2026, our representatives traveled to attend the funeral prayers and participated in the Royal Cremation Ceremony on 27 April 2026 at Wat In Choo Si, Sai Khao Subdistrict, Soi Dao District, Chanthaburi Province, to pay our final respects and honor her memory. We remain grateful for her kindness and virtue, and our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this time of loss..

Kindergarten and early elementary children from the Pattaya Orphanage traveled together for a vacation at Sai Kaew Beach, Sattahip. The Naval Rating School, Naval Education Department, kindly facilitated the trip and waived the expenses for the little ones. The 39 children were under the care of 20 teachers, caregivers, and volunteers, and enjoyed a new experience during the fun and exciting time. We would like to thank the Naval Rating School, Director Angkhana Kamnoedthon, or Teacher Noo of our Sotpatthana School, and esp. the benefactor in the United States of America who named this event “Little Luke’s Day” in honor of his Mom’s birthday on April 25.. Congratulations to the Birthday Girl!

Children from toddler’s age and older, including disabled persons, along with staff members of the Pattaya orphanage joined in the splashes of Pattaya’s Wan Lai 2026, marking the end of Songkran Festival in the area.. It was great fun for all even though the littlest ones only played inside our reception area.. Thanks and best wishes to all supporters for the water pistols, food and beverages at both lunch and dinner, as well as the site preparation that made this year’s event extra special..

Members of the Pattaya an event held Orphanage family gathered to observe the Thai New Year through our annual Family Day 2026, every year in an atmosphere filled with smiles and warmth, beginning this year with a graceful Baisri Su-Kwan dance performed by our primary and lower-secondary students to welcome honored guests and family members, followed by the traditional water-pouring ceremony where child representatives presented hand garlands to Fr. Michael Weera Phangrak, the presiding officer, as well as the Sisters and our special guests, to express gratitude and receive Thai New Year blessings, before concluding with an exhortation from Fr. Weera, who encouraged everyone to remain strong in spirit and keep their hearts as cool and refreshing as water despite the summer heat, as we all shared a simple yet joyful dinner together..

Easter 2026 was celebrated with a belated but joyful event at the Pattaya Orphanage.. Our children enthusiastically participated in the annual Easter egg hunt, which was held within our classrooms and the garden nearby.. The little ones had a wonderful time exploring and discovering colorfully hidden eggs in every corner.. We are deeply grateful for the continued and generous sponsorship of this event by Jones Family of young Olivia in the U.S.A., a tradition they have upheld for many years.. Many thanks and Happy Easter to our benefactors.. May the spirit of Easter remain with all of you and members of our home.. ileneR

School-aged kids at the Pattaya Orphanage, including those having a compulsory summer program at their school, enjoy learning the art of self-defense, this year with Khun Bruno Palix from France. During one of the sessions, Khun Brono’s friends from the Venum Training Camp Pattaya, led by the owner Mehdi Zatout, paid us a visit and gave our trainees a special performance of Thai Boxing art.. It was the first visit of most of the Thai and foreign boxing trainees from the Venum Camp. We are thankful for the donation of training equipment from Mr. Lahcene Brigui in France, the show, encouragement, snacks for all, including our toddlers and preschoolers, as well as pocket money for our young trainees, and a cash donation from all of you in support of our daily care for kids and disabled persons.. Best wishes to you all..

On March 26, 2026, Young Thanwa Laophim, a member under the care of the Pattaya Orphanage, participated in the summer novice ordination program at Wat Sriwanaram (Wat Ban Na Mai), Chon Buri. Ms. Thitapha Sitthiprapha, or Teacher Tiew, the Head of Child Welfare Teachers, represented the Foundation in attending the hair-cutting and ordination ceremony to support the novice in studying Dharma and practicing self-discipline through Buddhist teachings..

On March 18, 2026, Sotpattana School for preschoolers with disabilities, led by Director Angkana Kamnoedthon, along with teachers, conducted home visits to monitor the living conditions and well-being of our students as part of the Student Support and Safeguarding System. During these visits, teachers engaged in productive discussions and gathered feedback from parents. Thanks and best wishes to all parents for your kind cooperation..

Congratulations to Ms. Trinetr Jirapitisatja (Trinetr), a member of the Pattaya Orphanage family, for her outstanding achievement as part of the Thailand Women’s National Hockey Team. Competing in the 14th Hong Kong Quadrangular Hockey Tournament from March 6-8, 2026, the Thailand team secured the championship with top scores after a 1-1 draw against Singapore, a 4-0 win over Indonesia, and a 1-1 draw against Hong Kong. We are immensely proud of Trinetr’s dedication and this remarkable success on the international stage..