Excelsior English School

NEWS & EVENTS  2025 – 2026

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EXCELSIOR WINS THE INVITATIONAL CUP 2025! Our U-19 Boys won the tournament at Mar Baselios Public School, while the U-19 Girls and U-16 Boys emerged Runners-Up. Awards: • Best Player: Jake Chackochi (U-19 Boys) • Promising Player: Ryan Arun (U-17 Boys) • Promising Player: Lisa Liju (U-19 Girls) Congrats to the team and coaches!

Wings of Awareness, a TIES-led bird-watching initiative, brought nature learning to students across 20 Kottayam schools. Irene Sara Gracious (Grade 7) and Regunandan P (Grade 6) were Excelsior’s top birdwatchers and were appreciated at a press meet at the Kottayam Press Club.

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As part of the school’s Annual Day SMILE celebrations, Jr. SMILE was conducted on 27th November, with Dr. Bobby Kunnel, Physician and Screenwriter, serving as the Chief Guest.
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The school celebrated its Annual Day SMILE, with Sr. SMILE held on 28th November and graced by Shri Rishiraj Singh IPS as the Chief Guest.
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Excelsior English School SDG Conclave 2025
The conclave was inaugurated by Shri Chetan Kumar Meena, IAS, District Collector, Kottayam. Students from over eight schools engaged in discussions on ten Sustainable Development Goals, identifying key state-wise challenges and proposing innovative solutions. The valedictory session welcomed Adv. Chandy Oommen, MLA, and Ms. Nisha Jose, social enabler and author, who inspired the audience with their reflections on youth leadership, social responsibility, and the role of education in driving sustainable development.

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Nature Conservation Drive – A procession was led by the students of Excelsior English School to the Thazhatangadi River, emphasizing the importance of conserving water bodies and protecting biodiversity. The event included kayaking in the Thazhatangadi River and a tree planting initiative by the Rotary Club Kottayam East in association with Excelsior English School in the presence of former Chairman of Kottayam Muncipaity, Sri M.P Santhosh Kumar. Students participated with enthusiasm and team spirit

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Skating Champions! – Excelsior English School secured the championship title at the 3rd Inter-School Roller Skating Championship of the Central Sahodaya Conclave Kottayam, hosted by Mar Baselios Public School. Congratulations to all our talented skaters for their outstanding performance!
A Journey into the World of Birds – Members of Wings of Awareness group visited Malarickal for bird watching and spotted many rare birds.
ACHIEVEMENT – We are proud to announce that our students did exceedingly well at a TRIVIDHA 2025, an Interschool competition held at BMM School, Pampady on September 27, 2025. Our students from the Commerce department also won the overall championship!! ✨️✨️
വായന കളരി – മലയാള മനോരമ ദിനപത്രം പോപ്പുലർ കമ്പ്യൂട്ടേഴ്സിൻ്റെ സഹകരണത്തോടെ കോട്ടയം എക്സൽഷ്യർ ഇംഗ്ലീഷ് സ്കൂളിൽ വായന കളരി സെപ്റ്റംബർ 25 വ്യാഴാഴ്ച സംഘടിപ്പിച്ചു സ്കൂൾ അങ്കണത്തിൽ നടന്ന പരിപാടിയിൽ മലയാള മനോരമ സർക്കുലേഷൻ മേധാവി ശ്രി പി കെ വിനോദ് പത്രവായനയുടെ പ്രസക്തിയും ഗുണവും ശ്രോതാക്കൾക്കായി അവതരിപ്പിച്ചു .
Bhavasudha 2025 – Off-Stage Events held on 13 September 2025 at Excelsior English School saw talented students from 13 schools showcase creativity and skill through various competitions. Congratulations to all participants and winners for making the event vibrant and memorable!
Educational Visit – Grade 11 and 12 Home Science students visited The Taj Resort and Spa, Kumarakom for a field trip on Hospitality Management, gaining valuable insights into the resort’s operations and departments. It was an enriching learning experience.
BizFair 2025, a commerce exhibition by Grades 11 and 12, showcased student creativity through models and presentations on Accountancy, Business Studies, and Economics. Topics included GST, E-Business, Financial Statements, and Rural Development, promoting practical understanding, teamwork, and market awareness.
SMART BRAINS – SMART MINDS An interactive session by Dr. Varghese P. Punnose, Principal and Professor of Psychiatry, Govt. Medical College Kottayam, focused on brain development, mental well-being, and academic success. Students gained valuable insights on managing stress, building positive relationships, and enhancing emotional intelligence.
Educational Visit – Grade 11 and 12 History and Political Science students had a field trip to Mysore, visiting Mysore Palace, Jaganmohan Palace, St. Philomena’s Church, Payana Car Museum, Melkote, and Sukavana. The trip highlighted the cultural, political, and historical significance of these landmarks
Entrepreneurship Activity – Learning by Doing (XII) Grade 12 students took part in the Marshmallow and Noodle Stick Challenge, promoting teamwork, creativity, and problem-solving. The fun, hands-on task encouraged planning and collaboration while building the tallest free-standing structure using limited materials.
Educational Visit – Grade XII Commerce students visited Chandrans Steel Factory, Coimbatore, and NC John Garments Pvt. Ltd., Tiruppur, gaining practical insights into management principles, production processes, and industrial safety.
Achievement – Our student short film “PAPER SKIES” won the Special Jury Mention and a ₹5000 cash prize at the TALKS India Short Film Competition 2025. Congratulations to the talented team behind this remarkable creation!

JUNIOR SCHOOL ONAM CELEBRATIONS – 2025 ഓഗസ്റ്റ് 26 ന് ജൂനിയർ സ്കൂൾ ഓണാഘോഷം പൂർണ്ണ ഊർജ്ജസ്വലതയോടെയും വർണ്ണാഭമായും നടന്നു. ജോയ്ഫുൾ ബിഗിനേഴ്‌സ് മുതൽ ഗ്രേഡ് IV വരെയുള്ള വിദ്യാർത്ഥികൾ ഓണത്തിന്റെ സന്തോഷം പങ്ക് വയ്ക്കുന്ന വൈവിധ്യമാർന്ന പരിപാടികൾ അവതരിപ്പിച്ചു. കുട്ടികൾ ഉത്സാഹത്തോടെ ഓണം ആഘോഷിച്ചപ്പോൾ, ഉജ്ജ്വലമായ ഗാനങ്ങൾ, ചടുലനൃത്തങ്ങൾ, ഓണത്തിൻ്റെ തനിമ ഉൾക്കൊള്ളുന്ന തിരുവാതിര,വഞ്ചിപ്പാട്ട് തുടങ്ങിയവയാൽ ഓണാഘോഷം നിറവാർന്നു.

 

SENIOR SCHOOL ONAM CELEBRATIONS – Our school came alive with color and cheer as we celebrated Onam through vibrant cultural performances, the joyful visit of Maveli, a traditional Onasadya, and spirited games. Wishing everyone peace, prosperity, and happiness this Onam.

 

EDUCATIONAL FIELD TRIP – As a part of an experiential learning initiative, Fashion studies and Home science visited a local antique shop. The shop offered a captivating collection of artifacts, from intricately carved furniture, traditional utensils and age – old decor pieces. The purpose of this visit is to ignite creative thinking and inspire design innovation. Encouraging them to observe and analyze traditional design elements and to develop original motifs and design concepts from the textures, patterns and craftsmanship observed in the antiques

 

JWALA 2025 – The curtain rose on Jwala – Excelsior English School’s Youth Festival for 2025-26, with a show of culture and creativity. The Chief Guest for the occasion was known Malayalam actor, Shri. P N Sunny, known for his roles in movies such as Spadikam and Joji. Following the lighting of the lamp, the festival was declared open by Director Mr. N J Mathew. The three-day festival was a wonderful celebration of fiery talent and youthful spirit.

 

Azadi Ka Utsav – Cultural Fiesta Excelsior English School celebrated the 79th Independence Day on 15 August 2025 with a flag hoisting ceremony and patriotic cultural performances. The “Tiranga Tribute” Dress Competition showcased students’ creativity and national pride, celebrating the spirit of freedom and unity.
Unleash the Patriot 🇮🇳 The Social Science Department hosted the Independence Day Quiz Competition on August 13, 2025. The event tested students’ knowledge of India’s history and freedom struggle, igniting enthusiasm and patriotic spirit among all participants.
Celebrating Freedom through Art 🇮🇳 The Social Science Department hosted a Bulletin Board Competition on August 13, 2025, themed “Honouring Freedom, Inspiring the Future.” Students showcased exceptional creativity, depicting India’s journey to freedom and its bright future through inspiring displays of art and patriotism.
Investiture Ceremony 2025 Excelsior English School celebrated the Investiture Ceremony 2025 with pride and inspiration as newly elected Student Council leaders took charge with confidence. Mr. Joe A. Scaria, senior journalist and Kerala Correspondent of Gulf News, graced the occasion as Chief Guest, sharing valuable insights on leadership and responsibility. Congratulations to all our young leaders!
We are incredibly proud to celebrate the achievement of Advaith Vijay of Grade V A for securing Zonal Rank 1 in the International Maths Olympiad 2024- ’25 and receiving a cash award of Rs. 5000/- Congratulations Advaith, and keep up the great work!
Sathya Prasad S. of Grade VI achieved the 1st runner-up position in the Advanced Level-4 category at the SIP Abacus Regional Prodigy Competition for Central and North Kerala, held in Ernakulam. Congratulations Sathya!
Maheshwar D. Kaimal of Grade VII secured the 3rd prize at the Prodigy SIP Abacus Competition (North & Central Kerala), held today in Ernakulam. Congratulations Maheshwar!
Dwani S of Grade V secured the 3rd runner-up position in the Central & North Kerala Regional Abacus Competition held at Sree Gokulam Convention Centre, Kaloor. Congratulations, Dwani!
AN INTERACTIVE SESSION WITH DR. SHASHI THAROOR – Students of Excelsior English School had a stimulating interaction with Dr. Shashi Tharoor, at the recently held Talks India event at CMS College, Kottayam. Dr. Tharoor spoke about his vision for Kerala’s development, and discussed key themes like retaining talent in Kerala, and empowering youth to be agents of change. The extended Q&A session was an empowering opportunity for our students to ask questions, reflect, and have a thoughtful exchange of ideas about Kerala’s young citizens, with the MP.
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A drawing by Annie J Abraham of Prep II has been featured in today’s edition of Malayala Manorama.

Educational Visit to Jaipur
Fashion Studies and Home Science students explored Sanganer, Bagru, IICD, and a garment factory, gaining firsthand insights into traditional and modern textile techniques through enriching field experiences.

Victory at MERAKI 2025! Excelsior English School proudly clinched the Overall Championship at the interschool fest held at Mar Baselios Public School on July 23, 2025. Congratulations to all participants for this amazing win!
“Changathikku Oru Maram” – A Tree for a Friend Grade 6 students celebrated friendship and sustainability by gifting and planting saplings, promoting a greener future. The event was graced by Sri. M. P. Santhosh Kumar, former Municipal Chairman, Kottayam.
Grade 4 Assembly based on the theme Reading Day
Entrepreneurship Activity – Grade XI Students engaged in a hands-on product development task, creating model boxes and business ideas to enhance creativity, marketing skills, and entrepreneurial thinking.
Reading Week Celebrations – Dress up like a book character- Grade 1 & 2
Reading Week Celebrations- Book Jacket Fashion Show – Grades 3 & 4
World Chocolate Day – July 7 Excelsior’s Home Science Department celebrated the day with a delightful food stall featuring a variety of chocolate treats, spreading sweetness and joy across the campus.
National Doctor’s Day – July 1, 2025 Theme: “Behind the Mask: Who Heals the Healers?” Excelsior students expressed gratitude through heartfelt videos and posters, honouring doctors for their courage, care, and compassion while recognizing their unseen struggles.
International Yoga Day – June 21 Theme: “Yoga for One Earth, One Health” Excelsior English School celebrated the day highlighting yoga’s role in nurturing well-being and harmony, aligning body, mind, and spirit for a healthier planet.
National Reading Day was celebrated at Excelsior English School on June 19th with the theme “Reading: Connecting People Across Generations in Society.” The day highlighted the power of books to inspire minds, bridge generations, and shape a brighter future — Read today, lead tomorrow!
Merit Day 2025 celebrated the outstanding achievements of Excelsior students in the SSE and SSCE exams, honouring their hard work and perseverance. Orientation Day 2025 warmly welcomed the new Grade XI batch and their parents, marking fresh beginnings and shared aspirations.
World Environment Day 2025, themed “Ending Plastic Pollution Globally” (#BeatPlasticPollution), calls for collective action to reduce, reuse, and recycle plastic. Hosted by the Republic of Korea in Jeju Province, the event reinforces global efforts toward a plastic-free and sustainable future.
JEE ADVANCED – AIR 5584 Congratulations to FARIS ROSHAN A on achieving AIR 5584 in JEE ADVANCED We’re so proud of his hard work and dedication. Keep shining!
A two-day experiential learning workshop was held on May 26–27 at the school campus by Resorcio, empowering teachers with innovative teaching methods and sessions on student relationships, stress management, and growth beyond boundaries. The engaging sessions offered fresh insights into effective teaching and learning.
Central Sahodaya Conclave Kottayam organised MERIT DAY 2024-25 to honour the visionary leadership for commitment to excellence and the outstanding achievement of Students in Grade X and XII CBSE Exams 2024-25. The Principal and the young achievers of Excelsior with their awards and certificates
Proud to announce that Adwaith Vijay of Grade IV has secured Zonal Rank 1 in the International Maths Olympiad! He has been awarded a cash prize of ₹5000, a Gold Medal, and a Certificate of Zonal Excellence. Congratulations, Adwaith
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PROUD ACHIEVEMENT – Excelsior English School won the “Swach Champion” Award for being the cleanest school in Kottayam, recognized by the Kottayam Municipality for its cleanliness and waste management. The honour reflects the success of the school’s Mr. Mindfulness campaign promoting reduce, reuse, and recycle practices.
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Excelsior English School was adjudged the cleanest school in Kottayam by the Kottayam Municipality. Mr. Jinoy J. Kallukalam, Registrar received the trophy on behalf of the school.
ACHIEVEMENT - Ms. Shirin Chandy, Principal, received the award for the Cleanest School in Kottayam from the Municipal Chairperson at the award function held at Mammen Mappila Hall on March 30, 2025.

✨✨Celebrating Outstanding Achievement !✨✨  Grade X and XII CBSE Results 2024 -’25 – “A resounding success that showcases the exceptional talent and tireless efforts of our students and educators!” Congratulations to our Students and Teachers on this incredible achievement!

news & Events 2024 - 2025

Excelsior students hosted a heartfelt farewell assembly for Principal Ms. Shirin Chandy, expressing gratitude for her inspiring leadership and dedication. The event, filled with memories and tributes, celebrated her lasting impact on the school community.
Trailblazing Leadership – Dr. Kiran Bedi On March 14, 2025, at CMS College, Kottayam, Dr. Kiran Bedi delivered an inspiring talk on “Police, Public, and Policy: My Lessons in Leadership and Nation-Building.” She shared insights from her journey as India’s first woman IPS officer, emphasizing integrity, reform, and service. The interactive session left students motivated and inspired.
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Activity Day 2024–25 – A vibrant day celebrating creativity, fitness, and talent through yoga, dance, music, digital art, abacus, karate, skating, and more. The event showcased students’ skills and enthusiasm, concluding with a Fine Arts exhibition and inspiring messages from the Principal and faculty.
Science Week Celebration: As part of the National Science Week celebrations, the Department of Science hosted ‘Genius Gala – 2025,’ which was inaugurated by Er. N. J. Mathew, Director of Excelsior English School. A week-long celebration of Science Day “The Genius Gala” from February 24th to 28th 2025 focusing on the theme “ science for sustainable development, promoting green technologies” featured engaging activities and exploration, inspiring young minds to embrace the wonders of science.
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Excelsior hosted an awareness session initiated by the Department of Computer Science under the theme ‘Cyber Crime and IT Laws.’ Adv. Sindu Peter, a renowned criminal lawyer, led the session. Children gained valuable insights into cyber threats, ways to protect themselves, and the legal framework surrounding cyber crimes. It was an engaging, informative, and interactive session.
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എക്സൽഷ്യർ ഇംഗ്ലീഷ് സ്കൂളിലെ മലയാള വിഭാഗത്തിൻ്റെ ആഭിമുഖ്യത്തിൽ ഫെബ്രുവരി 21 ലോകമാതൃഭാഷാദിനമായി ആചരിച്ചു.
DENTAL AWARENESS PROGRAMME – 14 February 2025. As part of an initiative by the Council on Dental Health, Excelsior hosted a dental awareness program last Friday. Dr. Geeve, Dr. Rahul, Dr. Kartik, and Dr. Priya headed the programme. The main theme of this awareness was titled ‘Crush to Brush.’ They spoke to the students of middle school on the importance of oral hygiene. It was an interactive session & quite a few myths about dental hygiene were cleared.
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Students watched with great focus as the Hon’ble Prime Minister interacted with them during Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025 on 10th February.
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Grade VIII B conducted an assembly on International Mother Language Day, observed on 21st February to promote linguistic diversity and cultural heritage.
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Grade III Assembly on Cyber Safety Skit: “Think Before You Click” The students of Grade III presented an informative assembly on Cyber Safety, focusing on the theme “Think Before You Click.” The skit aimed to educate young learners about safe online practices and the importance of being cautious while using the internet.
Catheryn Ann Ajish of Grade III and team won the 3rd place in the 3rd All Kerala State Roller Netted Ball Championship 2024-2025 held at Central Stadium Basket Ball Court, Trivandrum. Congratulations
Excelsior English School celebrated the Junior School Annual Sports Day on February 5, 2025, with a range of athletic events that encouraged sportsmanship and enthusiasm among the students.
As part of the school’s monthly charity drive , money was collected across the school and the amount handed over to Mr. P. U Thomas of Navajeevan Trust, Kottayam. This has been an initiative of the school for the past 15 years.
In the Second round of the ARYABHATTA GANIT CHALLENGE conducted by CBSE our students. Ann Catherine Gijo-Grade X & Johann Emmanuel Ragesh – Grade X have come in the top 100 students of the Trivandrum region. Congratulations …Dear Students
Excelsior English School secured the second runner-up position in the Kids Fest organized by the Central Sahodaya Conclave, Kottayam at Life Valley International School, Kottayam. Abhiram Vineeth of Prep II was honoured with the Kalaprathibha award in Category I, while Leonel Jose Roobesh of Grade I received the Kalaprathibha award in Category II.
Central Sahodaya Conclave, Kottayam conducted an Inter-School Chess Championship hosted by Excelsior English School
Annual Sports Meet 2025
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Rotary Club Kottayam conducted an Elocution Competition hosted by Excelsior English School on the topic "Peace Building & Conflict Prevention".
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EXHIBITION – Exploring the Human Mind Excelsior English School hosted an engaging exhibition featuring creative models on brain structure, stress, phobias, learning theories, and more. The event blended psychology, biology, and education, offering students an interactive way to understand human behavior and mental processes.
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PSYCHOLOGY DRAMA – “The Mind Behind Power” On January 20, 2025, the Psychology Department staged a play on Adolf Hitler, exploring his rise to power and traits linked to Narcissistic Personality Disorder. The students delivered powerful performances, bringing psychological concepts vividly to life.
GOONJ – Giving with Dignity As part of a Student Council initiative, Grades 7 and 8 attended an interactive session by Goonj, an NGO that transforms urban waste into rural resources. A collection drive on January 3, 2025, saw students donate clothes, books, stationery, and bags, all handed over to Goonj to support communities in need.
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Grade V Assembly Theme – International Hindi Day January 10th. World Hindi Day provides a platform to promote the usage of Hindi and raise awareness about the language. The world Hindi day is celebrated on January 10th every year to promote Hindi as one of the most widely spoken languages around the world .The theme for World Hindi Day 2025 is “The Global Voice Of Unity And Culture Pride”.
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REPUBLIC DAY : The 76th Republic Day was observed at Excelsior English School on January 26th. The management, teachers & students came together to hoist the Indian flag & stood at attention for the National Anthem.
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Assembly - International Hindi Day January 10th. World Hindi Day provides a platform to promote the usage of Hindi and raise awareness about the language. The world Hindi day is celebrated on January 10th every year to promote Hindi as one of the most widely spoken languages around the world .The theme for World Hindi Day 2025 is “The Global Voice Of Unity And Culture Pride”.
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Assembly on National Mathematics day by students of Grade 1 to 4
Grade 11 B assembly on the topic – New Year and New year resolutions
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Field Trip – Tropical Institute of Ecological Sciences (TIES), Pampady, Kerala Objective –The purpose of this field trip was to enhance students’ understanding of ecological conservation, biodiversity, and sustainable living practices by visiting TIES, a well-known ecological research center. Also given a training section about the cultivation of Mushroom.
Computer Science Week 2025 – Creativity Meets Responsibility The Computer Science Department organized Digital Painting and PPT competitions to celebrate creativity and digital responsibility. Along with showcasing talent, students learned about online safety, digital citizenship, and responsible tech use through interactive sessions and discussions.
Excelsior celebrated Christmas on the 20th of December. It was a plethora of events put forward by our beloved students which included Christmas Carols, Nativity Play, Untold story of Santa Claus & Significance of christmas & its decor. The programme came to an end by a short message by Rosey Ma’am.
GOONJ – Spreading Warmth with Purpose An interactive session by Goonj NGO for Grades 7 and 8 highlighted how urban waste is transformed into resources for rural communities. Following this, a collection drive on January 3, 2025, saw students donate clothes, books, stationery, and bags to support the cause.
Season of Yuletide at Excelsior
Business Studies Field Trip – Gourami Fish Farm Grade XI students visited Gourami Fish Farm on December 11, 2024, gaining valuable insights into fish farming practices. The team’s warm hospitality and expert guidance made it a memorable and enriching learning experience.
Political Science dept.conducted a mock - - parliament session on 'Military involvement in Kashmir '
Way to Maths Balance ➗ The Mathematics Department organised an engaging talk on “Way to Maths Balance” for Grades VI–IX on November 21, 2024. Dr. G. S. Venu, Principal of Harvest Public School, Malappuram, inspired students through interactive discussions and real-life examples, highlighting self-discipline, perseverance, and the real-world relevance of Mathematics.
Excelsior English School secured the overall 2nd position in the Science and Maths exhibition held at Mar Baselios Public School under the Central Sahodaya Conclave Kottayam. Congratulations to the students and teachers who made this possible.
SMILE 2K24 – Excelsior’s Annual Day, SMILE 2K24, celebrated the theme “The Soundtrack of Our Lives” with vibrant statewise songs and dances by students from Grades 1–12. The Junior section’s event on Nov 14 featured Mr. Sajju C. Mathew as Chief Guest, while Prof. Dr. C. T. Aravindakumar, Vice-Chancellor of M.G. University, graced the Senior section on Nov 15.
Grade XI and XII students opting for CS, IP and AI attended the talk on “AI and the Future of Education Empowering Next-Gen Creativity and Critical Thinking” by Mr. Ajith Balakrishnan, Founder and Chairman Emeritus of Rediff.com. The talk was organized by Talks India and Kottayam Public Library.
Fine arts department field trip- painting and sculpture exhibition ‘Echos from the Earth’ Kottayam public library.