{"id":27971,"date":"2026-01-21T04:23:29","date_gmt":"2026-01-21T04:23:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/excelsior.edu.in\/new\/?page_id=27971"},"modified":"2026-11-03T04:07:55","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T04:07:55","slug":"principal-column","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/excelsior.edu.in\/new\/principal-column\/","title":{"rendered":"Principals message New"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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NOVEMBER , 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>

October was an eventful month marked by academic activities, student achievements, educational excursions, competitions, and co-curricular engagements.<\/p>

CSCK Regional youth festival Bhavasudha was held at Girideepam Bethany Central School ,Our Students participated\u00a0 in various events and secured prizes and A grades\u00a0 in all the events they took part . Excelsior is proud of their achievements, their teachers and Students .<\/p>

The students of Grade IV were taken on a field trip to TJP Rubber industries, a Rubber Mat Manufacturing unit where they got to see the different processes involved in taming the rubber to a product and the various stages of production .<\/p>

Students from Grades Prep ! to Grade XI participated in the Painting competition conducted by at CMS College in which our School won the ever rolling trophy for Maximum participation also\u00a0\u00a0 of Prep I,\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 of Prep II and\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 of Grade I won the First prize in her category.<\/p>

The Principal attended the two day\u00a0\u00a0 All Kerala CBSE School Principal\u2019s Conclave organized by the Confederation of Sahodaya Complexes at Gokulam Park on Oct 2nd<\/sup> and 3rd<\/sup>.<\/p>

Students of Grade IX A conducted an assembly on the topic food habits\u00a0 among adolescents<\/p>

\u00a0Mr.George Chacko our Parent took a session for our students of Grades VIII and IX on the Topic Audio and Video Broadcasting , the process ,inputs , outputs , scope of the skill and expertise needed.It was an interactive session and Mr.George kept them involved by giving them prizes .<\/p>

The students of Grade VIII had a bagless day in school .They were taken on a field trip to The Science City , Kuruvilangad followed by a Quiz session on the same .<\/p>

The students of Grade III conducted an assembly on the Topic Airforce Day .<\/p>

Students of Grade IX were taken to an Oldage home as a part of their SEWA and Kaushal Vikas programme. Students engaged the inmates of the home with Devotional songs\u00a0 and spent some time talking to them.<\/p>

Students of Grade VIA conducted an assembly on the topic Friendship Day .<\/p>

A Parent Teacher Consultation was held for Grades Prep ! to Grade IX and XI to discuss the performance of students in the First term exam. Parents and Students met their respective class teachers and subject teachers to discuss their academic progress.<\/p>

Team Excelsior participated in the Rubber City Run 70 + Students and Teachers participated in the marathon and won the trophy for the Maximum participation<\/p>

Students of Grade IX B conducted an assembly on the topic National Savings Day<\/p>

\u00a0An Aadhar updation camp was conducted in the campus by the postal department .Parents and student sfrom prep 1 to Grade XII got their Biometrics and Aadhar updation completed without much hazzle.<\/p>

Our Students Danwath Raj Prasad of Grade XII and Chris Robesh of Grade XI participated in the Poster designing competition conducted by Rubber Board in connection with Vigilance awareness week and Won the Second and Third Prize respectively.<\/p>

Two Senior teachers from the Mathematics department attended a one day training session for Maths teachers on the theme \u2018A Journey to the edge of Mathematical thinking\u2019 by CBSE Resource person Ms.Swetha Choudhry.<\/p>

Students of Grade IX visited\u00a0 Krishi Vigyan Kendra Kumarakom to learn about the process of Mushroom culture as a part of Skill development programme of CBSE<\/p>

\u00a0The School Book fair was conducted in the School library on Oct 15th<\/sup> and !6th<\/sup> .Students from Prep 1 to XII got an opportune to see, touch , read and buy the books of their choice .It was Inauguarated by the Director of the School Mr.N.J.Mathew.<\/p>

Students of Grade II\u00a0 conducted\u00a0 the school assembly on the theme of \u201cThe International Day of the Girl Child,\u201d\u00a0 The students introduced the inspiring lives of three girls from history \u2014 Malala Yousafzai, Sadako Sasaki and Anne Frank.\u00a0<\/p>

Students of Grade VIB conducted an assembly on the topic National Flag Adoption\u00a0 Day .<\/p>

New Age Publication-Golden Books acknowledged the dedication , commitment and service of the senior teachers in school and awarded them during the school assembly. Also top three\u00a0 studetns of\u00a0 Grades VIII, IX and X where gifted books for their academic excellence in the previous year.<\/p>

\u00a0The CSCK Roller Skating competition was hosted by Mar Baselious Public School at Johns Convention centre, Parampuzha in which our School emerged the Champions .It was a Hat-Trick victory for Excelsior.<\/p>

Students of Grade V were taken on their field trip to Bay Island Drift wood Museum Kumarakom<\/p>

\u00a0Excelsior English School hosted its 14th Interschool Debate Competition on October 23, in memory of founding partner N. M. Joseph and visionary patron N. J. Chacko Joseph Neroth.<\/p>

Ten schools from across Kottayam took part, with 12 teams each in the Junior (VIII\u2013X) and Senior (XI\u2013XII) categories.<\/p>

Junior Rolling Trophy:\u00a0 St. Alphonsa Public School<\/p>

Senior Rolling Trophy: BMM Senior Secondary School<\/p>

Malayalam Essay Writing, 1st Place:Girideepam Bethany Central School, Kottayam<\/p>

Students of Grades ! to IV went on their excursion to the Chitilapally Square , Kochi<\/p>

Our School Participated in the CSCK Quiz and Debate competition held at Amritha Vidyalayam , changanacherry in which our Students Arielle of Grade X and Tanvi Sunil Pillai of Grade IX won the Second Prize in the Junior Category<\/p>

Grade XIB conducted an assembly on the topic UN Day .<\/p>

\u00a0The SOF English Olympiad was conducted during School hours<\/p>

A special Quiz session was organized for Students of Grades V to VIII in the library in the afternoon session .It saw the active participation of students bringing out their interest in the same.<\/p>

Our Prep I and Prep II kids went on their excursion to Play World , Ettumanoor<\/p>

Grades I – IV conducted an assembly on Karuvachoth\u00a0 and Kerala piravi bringing on stage the cultural and traditional glimpse of the rich culture and tradition of our country.<\/p>

The micro skills awards for the first term were distributed during the assembly<\/p>

The preliminary round of the H & C Quiz competition was conducted during the school hours in which students from\u00a0 Grades III to VII participated.<\/p>

Overall October was a vibrant and productive month filled with academic enrichment, competitions, community outreach activities, educational visits, and student achievements. The month also included mid-year reviews, staff meetings, departmental meetings, and Academic Council meetings.<\/p>

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OCTOBER, 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>

September began with preparations for the First Term Examination<\/strong>, along with a variety of academic, co-curricular and enrichment activities.<\/p>

September 4<\/strong><\/p>

The Management and students celebrated Teachers\u2019 Day<\/strong>, making the teachers feel truly special. The Student Council members made the day a memorable one filled with gratitude, laughter and celebration<\/strong>, honouring the dedication and contribution of our teachers.<\/p>

September 7\u201318<\/strong><\/p>

The First Term Examinations<\/strong> were conducted during this period. The school functioned until 3:00 p.m.<\/strong> on examination days.<\/p>

September 10<\/strong><\/p>

Psychology Outreach Session<\/strong><\/p>

An interactive Psychology Outreach Session was conducted by the Psychology students of U.C. College, Aluva<\/strong>, on Emotional Intelligence and Socio-Emotional Competencies<\/strong>. The session focused on important aspects of emotional intelligence, including self-awareness, emotional regulation, empathy, effective communication, stress management and conflict resolution<\/strong>.<\/p>

The session was highly interactive and conversational, incorporating role-playing, active-listening exercises and guided reflection activities<\/strong>, enabling students to explore and understand their emotions and interpersonal skills.<\/p>

September 12<\/strong><\/p>

An exclusive Capacity Building Programme<\/strong> was organised at the school for teachers on the theme \u201cPromoting Mental Health and Wellness among Students.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>

CBSE Resource Persons Ms. Anitha George and Ms. Sujatha P.<\/strong> conducted the day-long session, providing teachers with valuable insights and strategies to promote students\u2019 mental health and emotional well-being.<\/p>

The CSCK Chess Tournament<\/strong> was conducted at Mar Baselios Public School<\/strong>, where our students Madhav S. Prahlad<\/strong> and Vihaan V.<\/strong> secured Third and Eighth positions<\/strong> respectively in their categories.<\/p>

September 17<\/strong><\/p>

The Commerce students of Grade XII<\/strong> visited Synthite Industries Private Limited, Kolenchery<\/strong>, as part of their practical project work in Business Studies. The students distributed questionnaires to collect information on the practical applicability of the Principles of Management<\/strong>.<\/p>

Through questionnaires, observation and interaction, the students gathered valuable information about the principles of management. They also observed the various stages of production and learnt how raw materials are handled, processed and converted into finished products.<\/p>

The visit provided them with practical insights into planning, division of work, coordination, efficient utilisation of resources, quality control and safety measures<\/strong> within an organisation.<\/p>

September 18\u201319<\/strong><\/p>

The School Director and Correspondent<\/strong> attended SANKALP 2026 \u2013 Evolving Edu Vision 2047<\/strong>, a national convergence of educational leaders.<\/p>

September 19<\/strong><\/p>

Aaryav Biju Nair<\/strong> secured 5th place<\/strong> in the Kottayam Regional Round (All Kerala)<\/strong> of the All India School Scrabble Championship 2026 \u2013 Junior Division<\/strong>.<\/p>

The championship was conducted by the Scrabble Association of India<\/strong>, in association with the Kottayam Scrabble Club<\/strong>, at the Kottayam Public Library<\/strong> on September 19, 2026.<\/p>

Our Grade XI students<\/strong> secured the Second Prize<\/strong> in the Mathrubhumi\u2013SEED Five Star Reel Competition<\/strong>.<\/p>

The winning team \u2014 Emmanuel Siby, Emmanuel Ruben, Ethan Thomas, Derick C. Korah, Edwin Varghese, Johan Issac Alex, Keerthy Mary John, Christie Binu, Tarun Ittoop Abraham, Keshav H and Jo Tom (Grade VII)<\/strong> \u2014 impressed the jury with their short film on Anti-Drug Awareness<\/strong>. Their creativity, teamwork and commitment to using film to communicate an important social message earned them this well-deserved recognition.<\/p>

September 24<\/strong><\/p>

The Commerce students of Grade XI<\/strong> participated in the OPTANZIA Commerce Fest<\/strong> held at BMM, Pampady<\/strong>. Our students Aahil Deep Paul, Roshan Dominic, Abay Sathyan and Gautham Suresh<\/strong> secured the First Prize in Basketball<\/strong>.<\/p>

The Junior School students of Grade IV<\/strong> conducted an assembly on the theme \u201cWorld Heart Day,\u201d<\/strong> highlighting the importance of heart health and healthy lifestyle choices.<\/p>

September 25<\/strong><\/p>

The Science Department<\/strong> conducted a Science Exhibition<\/strong> on the theme \u201cSustainable Future,\u201d<\/strong> with students from Grades I to IX<\/strong> participating enthusiastically.<\/p>

Students presented innovative projects using recycled materials<\/strong>, highlighting the importance of sustainability and responsible use of resources. The best three exhibits from each class<\/strong> were selected for the first three prizes.<\/p>

Adding a touch of fun to the event, food stalls<\/strong> were arranged by the Home Science and Social Science Departments<\/strong>, making the exhibition an engaging and enjoyable experience for everyone.<\/p>

September 28\u201329<\/strong><\/p>

Parent-Teacher Consultations<\/strong> were organised for Grades X and XII<\/strong> respectively, providing an opportunity for parents and teachers to discuss students\u2019 academic progress, development and areas requiring attention.<\/p>

September 30<\/strong><\/p>

Our students participated in the Regional Youth Festival (On-Stage) \u2013 BHAVASUDHA 2026<\/strong>, held at Girideepam<\/strong>. The event provided our students with a valuable platform to showcase their talents and compete at the regional level.<\/p>

SEPTEMBER, 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>

The month commenced with heavy downpours, prompting the school to operate in hybrid mode until August 11th.<\/p>

Aug 6 – 9 : A team of 6 students from Grades IX and XI took part in the IIMUN Conference at Nita Ambani Cultural Centre Mumbai .It was a great opportunity for students to Learn, Lead. Debate and Connect.<\/p>

\u00a0Aug 13 : Four students took part in the Marbaselian Educational Conclave .During the session our students cleared their doubts with Mr.Joseph Annamakutty Jose ,Motivational speaker and Ms.Anju Sosan ,Principal CMS College.<\/p>

Aug 15 : The School celebrated 80 th Independence day with a variety of activities – Patriotic songs, Dance, Drama etc organised\u00a0 by the Social Science department.<\/p>

Aug 17,18 – The School youth festival \u201c\u201d RANGOLI -2026\u201d<\/p>

From powerful words and captivating expressions to energetic rhythms and graceful movement, *Rangoli 2026* celebrated the creativity, confidence and spirit of our young performers.<\/p>

Aug 18 : Our students participated in the Inter- school fest TIRANGA at Chinmaya Vidyalaya and our students won First and Second prizes for Desaragam ,Second and Third prizes for Product launch , and Third prize for Mobile Photography.<\/p>

Aug 19 : The School conducted a Scrabble workshop for middle school students in the School library in association with the Kottayam Scrabble club .<\/p>

Aug 20 : The Onam celebrations for the Junior School.<\/p>

A variety of cultural events were organised<\/p>

creating colourful moments and the festive spirit of Onam filling our campus.The little ones were treated to Onam delicacies ..the payasam and chips.<\/p>

It was a day of joy, togetherness and beautiful memories.<\/p>

Members from the Economics department of SB College, Changanasherry were here to conduct a quiz competition.<\/p>

Our students Joseph Jacob and Anand G Nair of Grade XII won the First and Second prizes respectively.<\/p>

The Students and Teachers of the Political Science and History department left to HAMPI on their 5 day educational trip.<\/p>

Aug 21 : The School celebrated Onam in the campus with all the festivities and grandeur .<\/p>

All the Students from Grades V to XII, Teachers, Non- Teaching staff were all in their Onam attire<\/p>

draped in tradition, filled with laughter, and celebrating the joy of togetherness.<\/p>

A cultural programme reminding the significance of the festivities was followed by traditional games, vadam vali, and a Grand Sadya.<\/p>

The School closed for Onam.holidays on 21st after the festivities .<\/p>

Aug 28 : The Students and faculty of the Fashion studies department left on their 6 day educational trip to Punjab .<\/p>

Aug 31 : The School reopened after Onam hols\u2026<\/p>

AUGUST 2026<\/strong><\/span><\/h4>

July was a busy month with classes, tests and\u00a0 academic events .<\/p>

July 1-\u00a0\u00a0 Doctor\u2019s\u00a0 day celebration was made special with the presence of Dr. Nikitha Maria Mathew, our esteemed alumna. Addressing both senior and junior school students, she shared valuable insights on healthy living, healing, and the role of doctors in shaping a healthier world. It was a truly inspiring and illuminating session.<\/p>

A talk on Food Safety was conducted by Dr Divya J B, the Nodal officer of the Food Safety Department of Kottayam . She covered topics like food contamination, food adulteration, food spoilage and discussed the FSSAI initiatives to make food safe for consumption for the community.<\/p>

July 2:The Student Council\u00a0 Election was organized by the Social Science Department.For the first time the voting process was made digital<\/p>

It gave our students\u00a0 the opportunity to exercise their democratic right by voting for candidates contesting various Student Body posts.\u00a0<\/p>

The PT Department conducted a quiz on FIFA world cup in which students from Grades 8 to 10 participated.<\/p>

The Junior school assembly was conducted by Grade 4A on the topic Reading day.<\/p>

July 3 – The students of Grade VIIIB conducted an assembly on the topic – Day against Child labour .<\/p>

\u00a0Our teacher Ms.Suvarna Thomas\u00a0 attended a special summit on Depression- Identification and prevention conducted by ICTRC .<\/p>

Teachers of Malayalam department attended a training session on new pedagogies in language\u00a0 teaching -Malayalam conducted by learnwell Publication at MarianSenior Secondary School .<\/p>

July 9 – 15 The Periodic Assessment and Cyclic exams for grade 11 and 12 were conducted.<\/p>

July 10 – Grade III Students conducted an assembly on the theme \u201cDreams\u201d<\/p>

July 13 – The school admins attended the meeting organised by CCSK and CSCK at Chaitanya pastoral centre where the major events for the year were discussed..<\/p>

\u00a0July 15th -AI Students from grade 11 and 12 went on a field visit to an AI Bots Start up\u00a0 at Kottayam.It was a really fun and interactive session that everyone enjoyed.\u00a0<\/p>

July 16 – The students of Grade I to VII were taken to watch the\u00a0 Exotic pet show and Exhibition at Indoor Stadium Kottayam.<\/p>

July 17 – School Investiture Ceremony<\/p>

The Student Council members were inducted<\/p>

into their new roles by the Chief guest Dr.( Prof.).Anju Sosan George\u00a0 , Principal, CMS College ,Kottayam .<\/p>

The Student leaders received their badges and pledged to uphold their duties during the oath – taking ceremony.<\/p>

A career guidance session was conducted by Mr. K R. Jayasankar–life skill trainer and HR strategist (Kerala Commerce Forum in association with Logic School of Management) for Grade XI& XII Commerce students.The session was more interesting and interactive helping students visualise and prepare for their future with right mindset and attitude.<\/p>

July\u00a0 21-\u00a0\u00a0 Prep I and II\u00a0\u00a0 students enjoyed\u00a0 their Bagless day.Fun filled and interesting\u00a0 activities on the theme Mango day was organised for them.<\/p>

July 24 –\u00a0 The HPV vaccination drive was organised in the school for Girl students of IX\/ X .<\/p>

A Guest Lecture on “The Importance of Developing a Success-Oriented Mindset for Personal and Professional Growth”<\/p>

was organised for the students of Grades XI and XII. The session was led by Ms. Jan Sarah Jooban, .” ,\u00a0 The presentation covered topics such as developing a success-oriented mindset, the psychology of success, resilience, stress management, time management, positive relationships, leadership, career planning, and daily habits that contribute to long-term success.<\/p>

Students of Grade VII\u00a0 conducted an assembly on the theme World Population Day and\u00a0 the Students of Grade I\u00a0\u00a0 conducted an interesting\u00a0 and colourful assembly on the team Emoji day stressing the importance of expressing feelings and emotions .<\/p>

An inter house basketball tournament\u00a0 for both boys and girls was conducted on campus .<\/p>

July 27 – Students of Grade XB conducted an assembly on the theme Kargil Diwas remembering our soldiers with gratitude and respect.<\/p>

July 28- Visit to Jewel Autism and Child Development Centre<\/p>

An educational visit was made to Jewel Autism and Child Development Centre to offer our students\u00a0 an opportunity to observe a professional, well-organised and child-friendly setting that follows a multidisciplinary approach to supporting children with autism and other developmental needs.<\/p>

July 29 – Equatia – Maths Quiz at AKM School Changanacherry<\/p>

Six students took part in the Maths Quiz in which Meharuf of Grade X won a special mention and prize .<\/p>

July 30- Grade 1 B Conducted an assembly on the theme International tiger day , calling for the need to protect forests , tigers for a peaceful living of mankind.<\/p>

July 31- The month concluded welcoming the rainy days of the monsoon..<\/p>

July 2026<\/span><\/h4>

May 25-29-The new academic year began with three days of Orientation for teachers.<\/p>

There were sessions on Learning outcomes and Pedagogies, A follow up Session on DISHARI by Resorcio, a CBP on Ethics and Value education and a session on Photography by Ms.Sajana Jayraj an expert in the field.<\/p>

June 1<\/strong>-School reopened for Grades V to XII on June 1st<\/p>

Special reopening day assemblies were conducted for the middle and secondary sections along the day.<\/p>

June 2 -Grade XI – Freshers Introduction session was organised for new comers to introduce themselves and share their skills , talents and what they value most.<\/p>

June 3 -School reopened for Grades I to IV<\/p>

June 4- School reopened for Joyful Beginners ,Prep I and Prep II, followed by Orientation of Prep I and II parents.<\/p>

June 5-Environment day was celebrated by the science department. A variety of events like seed sowing, tree planting, ,poster designing were a part of the celebration.<\/p>

June 11-The School\u00a0 celebrated FIFA World Cup by lighting the ceremonial flame followed by a game of football by students of Grades V,VI and VII.<\/p>

June 15-A Dr Nikitha Mary Mathew a specialist in Public policy , Research consultant UNESCO,Yale Fox fellow and consultant world bank addressed the commerce students of Grades XI and XII<\/p>

June 17-Grade II had their bagless day. They visited Harp and Lyre in connection with Music Day to learn about different musical instruments ,Yoga day celebration followed by FIFA Celebration -Football Dance floor<\/p>

June 18-FIFA<\/strong> fever continues with a penalty shoot out competition between the four houses.<\/p>

June 19-National Reading Day<\/strong>.<\/p>

The English department had organised a week long programmes including a Book launch ,\u00a0 Special assemblies , Designing book cover. spin the yarn , Spelling bee, ,Declamation, Special radio broadcasting of\u00a0 book reviews ,Notice board competition ,Inauguration of a class library etc<\/p>

The whole school observed Drop Everything And Read(DEAR<\/strong>) time for an hour when the whole school took to reading.<\/p>

As part of the Reading Day celebrations on June 19,2026, a team of ten students of Grade 9 &10 from our school visited the ST.Johns U.P. School (neighbouring school) to promote the joy of reading among young learners ( Grade 1 – 7). The programme aimed to encourage children to develop a love for books ,storytelling also to remind students of their responsibility towards the society .<\/p>

Concurrently the School also celebrated Music day <\/strong>by organising\u00a0 a stellar Musical performance by students of Grades IX to XII .<\/p>

June 22-The School celebrated Yoga Day<\/strong> on June 22nd.A special yoga demonstration was organised under the guidance of the School yoga instructor Ms.Lovely<\/p>

An Open Gym<\/strong> was inaugurated in the School campus by the Director Mr.N.J.Mathew<\/p>

An orientation session for parents of Grade I was organised to discuss the functional operational procedures of the school and the expected learning outcomes as they pass out of Grade I .<\/p>

Parents’ Orientation<\/strong>\u00a0 for grades II to VIII were held on consecutive days from June 23 to June 29.<\/p>

June 2026<\/p>

Greetings !<\/p>

Our new theme for the Academic Session – 2026-27 is..<\/p>

Architects of Tomorrow \u2014 Competence with Compassion<\/strong>
To empower students as intentional, self-directed learners who use human intelligence and digital ethics to co-create a sustainable, global future through visible thinking and reflection.<\/span><\/p>

The world we inherit tomorrow will be designed in the classrooms of today and hence the theme.
An architect does not merely occupy space; he imagines it, plans it, designs it and gets it built brick by brick.
The school aims to equip our students with 21st century skills , Digital skills and the Competence needed to build a better tomorrow.
Yet a foundation without values collapses. Compassion is our compass.
We believe Human intelligence must be guided by digital ethics, and skill must walk hand in hand with empathy and so our efforts are to empower our students to co-create a sustainable, global future through visible thinking and reflection. So teaching and learning is designed with that intention.Because tomorrow is not something we enter. It is something we co- create with sharp minds and kind hearts .<\/p>

Wishing our Students, Teachers and Parents a successful Academic Session !<\/p>

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March 202<\/b>6<\/span><\/p>

March was a vibrant month at school\u2026<\/p>

The Fine Arts department<\/strong> hosted SPECTRUM 2026<\/b> a vibrant exhibition of paintings by the Students of the fine arts department and the Students pursuing PAINTING Activity .<\/p>

Spectra 2026\u00a0\u00a0 was a beautiful celebration of colour, ideas, and expression reminding that creativity truly knows no bounds.<\/p>

The ACTIVITY DAY<\/strong> saw the culmination of year long extra curricular activity sessions on Wednesday’s . Variety Programmes included Yoga demonstration, Semi classical dance performance, Karate display, Zumba , Presentation of Digital paintings by students, Distribution of prizes to winners of Chess tournaments, Abacus and Roller skating netted ball competition.<\/p>

It was a fun day that highlighted\u00a0 students skills ,creativity and efforts of the mentors involved.<\/p>

An Eye Check Up camp<\/strong> was organised in the campus where students from Grades 1 to XI , Staff and Non- teaching staff were screened for vision issues<\/p>

Special assemblies were conducted by the Sr.Secondary, Secondary and Junior School to felicitate and Thank the Administrator of the School Ms.Betty Mathews who was retiring after 33 years of\u00a0 service at School.<\/p>

On a different date the management and Teachers gathered to bid farewell to Ms.Betty Mathews\u00a0 with shared memories,fun activities and gifts – a way of saying thank you for everything. It was a celebration of the many memories she has helped create and the countless lives she has touched as a teacher and mentor.<\/p>

\u00a0The Commerce department conducted Agora 2026 \u2014Commerce fest<\/strong>– a celebration of ideas and enterprise\u00a0\u00a0 Corporate Walk , engaging business skits, quick-thinking quizzes, and creative product launches were showcased in the event celebrating\u00a0 entrepreneurial spirit of our students.<\/p>

It was a\u00a0 truly exciting day of learning, innovation, and inspiration.<\/p>

The Junior School conducted an assembly on the theme Women’s day<\/p>

Students acknowledged the women in our lives \u2013 mothers, sisters, friends, and teachers \u2013 who support and uplift us every day and\u00a0 pledged to promote equality and\u00a0 empower women and girls.<\/p>

An exclusive Capacity Building Programme\u00a0 on the theme “Use of AI in Classrooms” was organised for our teachers held at School .CBSE Resource persons Ms.Jyothi PB and Ms.Ajeena AP<\/strong> facilitated the full day session aiming at<\/p>

Teaching effectiveness and student engagement<\/p>

Parents -Teacher Consultation of Grades IX and XI was conducted on separate days to discuss\u00a0 performance\u00a0 and developmental plans for the student.<\/p>

Special assembly was conducted to give away the Micro – Skills award to the junior school students acknowledging their tiny but mighty talents.<\/p>

The valedictory function of the Wings of Awareness programme by the Tropical Institute of Ecological Sciences (TIES)<\/strong> and the Buimerc India Foundation\u00a0 was conducted in school.<\/p>

The School, the Teacher coordinators , and the Student participants were appreciated and their active involvement was acknowledged through mementos and certificates.<\/p>

Students of Grades X and XII completed their\u00a0 CBSE Board Exams from February 17th to March 30th.<\/p>

The academic year concluded with the Annual Examination, which was completed on March 25th. The students were granted summer vacation, expressing gratitude for a successful year and extending best wishes for a rejuvenating break.<\/p>

The Academic activity for the year concluded with the Progress report\u00a0 distribution on March\u00a0 30th and 31st .<\/p>

As the Students leave on Summer vacation\u2026..the School awaits their return\u2026<\/p>

Happy Holidays!<\/strong><\/p>

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Principal’s Message Principal Ms. Sreelekha S NOVEMBER , 2026 October was an eventful month marked by academic activities, student achievements, educational excursions, competitions, and co-curricular engagements. CSCK Regional youth festival Bhavasudha was held at Girideepam Bethany Central School ,Our Students participated\u00a0 in various events and secured prizes and A grades\u00a0 in all the events they took part . Excelsior is proud of their achievements, their teachers and Students . The students of Grade IV were taken on a field trip to TJP Rubber industries, a Rubber Mat Manufacturing unit where they got to see the different processes involved in taming the rubber to a product and the various stages of production . Students from Grades Prep ! to Grade XI participated in the Painting competition conducted by at CMS College in which our School won the ever rolling trophy for Maximum participation also\u00a0\u00a0 of Prep I,\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 of Prep II and\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 of Grade I won the First prize in her category. The Principal attended the two day\u00a0\u00a0 All Kerala CBSE School Principal\u2019s Conclave organized by the Confederation of Sahodaya Complexes at Gokulam Park on Oct 2nd and 3rd. Students of Grade IX A conducted an assembly on the topic food habits\u00a0 among adolescents \u00a0Mr.George Chacko our Parent took a session for our students of Grades VIII and IX on the Topic Audio and Video Broadcasting , the process ,inputs , outputs , scope of the skill and expertise needed.It was an interactive session and Mr.George kept them involved by giving them prizes . The students of Grade VIII had a bagless day in school .They were taken on a field trip to The Science City , Kuruvilangad followed by a Quiz session on the same . The students of Grade III conducted an assembly on the Topic Airforce Day . Students of Grade IX were taken to an Oldage home as a part of their SEWA and Kaushal Vikas programme. Students engaged the inmates of the home with Devotional songs\u00a0 and spent some time talking to them. Students of Grade VIA conducted an assembly on the topic Friendship Day . A Parent Teacher Consultation was held for Grades Prep ! to Grade IX and XI to discuss the performance of students in the First term exam. Parents and Students met their respective class teachers and subject teachers to discuss their academic progress. Team Excelsior participated in the Rubber City Run 70 + Students and Teachers participated in the marathon and won the trophy for the Maximum participation Students of Grade IX B conducted an assembly on the topic National Savings Day \u00a0An Aadhar updation camp was conducted in the campus by the postal department .Parents and student sfrom prep 1 to Grade XII got their Biometrics and Aadhar updation completed without much hazzle. Our Students Danwath Raj Prasad of Grade XII and Chris Robesh of Grade XI participated in the Poster designing competition conducted by Rubber Board in connection with Vigilance awareness week and Won the Second and Third Prize respectively. Two Senior teachers from the Mathematics department attended a one day training session for Maths teachers on the theme \u2018A Journey to the edge of Mathematical thinking\u2019 by CBSE Resource person Ms.Swetha Choudhry. Students of Grade IX visited\u00a0 Krishi Vigyan Kendra Kumarakom to learn about the process of Mushroom culture as a part of Skill development programme of CBSE \u00a0The School Book fair was conducted in the School library on Oct 15th and !6th .Students from Prep 1 to XII got an opportune to see, touch , read and buy the books of their choice .It was Inauguarated by the Director of the School Mr.N.J.Mathew. Students of Grade II\u00a0 conducted\u00a0 the school assembly on the theme of \u201cThe International Day of the Girl Child,\u201d\u00a0 The students introduced the inspiring lives of three girls from history \u2014 Malala Yousafzai, Sadako Sasaki and Anne Frank.\u00a0 Students of Grade VIB conducted an assembly on the topic National Flag Adoption\u00a0 Day . New Age Publication-Golden Books acknowledged the dedication , commitment and service of the senior teachers in school and awarded them during the school assembly. Also top three\u00a0 studetns of\u00a0 Grades VIII, IX and X where gifted books for their academic excellence in the previous year. \u00a0The CSCK Roller Skating competition was hosted by Mar Baselious Public School at Johns Convention centre, Parampuzha in which our School emerged the Champions .It was a Hat-Trick victory for Excelsior. Students of Grade V were taken on their field trip to Bay Island Drift wood Museum Kumarakom \u00a0Excelsior English School hosted its 14th Interschool Debate Competition on October 23, in memory of founding partner N. M. Joseph and visionary patron N. J. Chacko Joseph Neroth. Ten schools from across Kottayam took part, with 12 teams each in the Junior (VIII\u2013X) and Senior (XI\u2013XII) categories. Junior Rolling Trophy:\u00a0 St. Alphonsa Public School Senior Rolling Trophy: BMM Senior Secondary School Malayalam Essay Writing, 1st Place:Girideepam Bethany Central School, Kottayam Students of Grades ! to IV went on their excursion to the Chitilapally Square , Kochi Our School Participated in the CSCK Quiz and Debate competition held at Amritha Vidyalayam , changanacherry in which our Students Arielle of Grade X and Tanvi Sunil Pillai of Grade IX won the Second Prize in the Junior Category Grade XIB conducted an assembly on the topic UN Day . \u00a0The SOF English Olympiad was conducted during School hours A special Quiz session was organized for Students of Grades V to VIII in the library in the afternoon session .It saw the active participation of students bringing out their interest in the same. Our Prep I and Prep II kids went on their excursion to Play World , Ettumanoor Grades I – IV conducted an assembly on Karuvachoth\u00a0 and Kerala piravi bringing on stage the cultural and traditional glimpse of the rich culture and tradition of our country. 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