Mildred Lopez

Mildred was born in Bangalore, India. She received a convent school education in Mysore city and graduated with a degree in Management from Mysore University. At 16, Mildred bagged a gold medal in the state Catechism exam conducted by the Catholic Archdiocese. At the same time she pursued piano music training, and at 17, won the All India Scholarship for Western Music. She graduated as a certified ATCL in pianoforte. Her early professional life was spent teaching music and becoming a boarding mistress for young students in a convent and later in a couple of boarding schools. She trained and directed English plays, and the annual much anticipated "Nativity" stage play each December. This drama was the highlight of the year with parents, guests and students looking forward to the musical evening that brought in the spirit of Christmas. She also directed literary dramas and musicals for school events like The Sound of Music and Fiddler on the Roof. She loved teaching ESOL, and also trained students for the Trinity College pianoforte exams. Many students have complimented Mildred for her desire to bring about a meaningful change in their lives. She earned the respect and love from all her students, having over thirty-six years of teaching experience. She has written three books, which is available at Amazon bookstore and other online stores. Her love for travel has taken her to a few countries; her other hobbies include music, painting, art & craft, reading, writing, baking, sewing and gardening. Mildred's strength lies in a positive mental outlook and a profoundly religious upbringing which prepared her to face the challenges in her life.