387/2A, Victoria Extension Road,
Thoothukudi - 628002,
Tamilnadu, India.
387/2A, Victoria Extension Road,
Thoothukudi - 628002,
Tamilnadu, India.
The first day of celebration was took up by the classes 6-12. The parable of the Good Samaritan was enacted in a very touching way. The life of Esther was acted giving a detailed information about how God uses Esther to save people from annihilation. Fr. Benjamin presided over the celebration on the first day and shared the Word of God. On the second day classes 1-6 presented Biblical characters, action songs and a scene from the Book of Daniel. Sisters Fatima and Helena shared about their experiences of the Word of God. We desire that our students love the Word of God, enjoy reading it and be strengthened by it.
The fancy fete was organized to instil in the minds of the students – a heart to share so as to reach out to the under privileged. Fr. Amalraj, our Parish Priest gave a short message and declared the fancy fete open. Teachers ensured maximum participation of the student giving them an opportunity to involve in various activities like Pet shows, games, rides and sale of home-made goods and food stuffs.
To revitalize, animate and juvenate the scientist in young minds the Science SLA was held with Angelin Snow of XII Bio as the chief guest. The children unveiled the success story of the Chandrayan mission through a skit and dance. The enthusiasm of the children were aroused through the quiz.
The feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross was celebrated in a meaningful way as we students, staff and sisters stand under the banner of the Holy Cross. The sisters were made to feel special as they were accompanied by angels to the general assembly. Students would have been definitely enlightened by the message of the Cross ‘The Cross is not a symbol of shame and defeat, but a sign of freedom and victory.’ Sr. Fatima thanked and wished the entire community ‘A very Happy Feast.’
All the teaching and the non-teaching staff of all the four institutions were welcomed with sandal and kumkum for the Eucharistic Celebration which was presided by Rev. Fr. John Selvam, the vice chancellor of our diocese, after which we had the celebrations in our respective institutions. The students of Std XII under the guidance of the teachers and in collaboration with all the classes from Std I organized a very grand programme for the teachers to express their love and gratitude. Our Headmistress shared a beautiful message – the Ubuntu Philosophy – “I am because of who we all are.”
A big thanks to our Almighty Father for His protection and guidance throughout the practice and on the Sports Day. The painstaking efforts of our teachers crowned the event with great success. We were honoured to have Mr. M. Pradeep John as our chief guest, our correspondent Sr. Malar, the sisters of the community, PTA members, well-wishers and all our dear parents. The chief guest Mr. Pradeep John, his wife, our former student Mrs. Sylvia John were in great appreciation of all the events.
Holy Cross A.I.Hr.Sec.School, Holy Cross Girls’ Hr.Sec.School, Holy Cross Primary School, Holy Cross Special School had a joint celebration of the 77th Independence Day of our nation. Professor Thirumathi. Karpagavalli of the English department – Kamarajar College hoisted the flag and presided over the function. A variety entertainment programme from the various institutions was a great feast to our eyes specially the dance that depicted the bravery of the famous freedom fighter Rani Laxmi Bai.
We celebrated our Mother Foundress Day with great love and fervor. Sisters took charge of the Assembly and trained a good number of students to present the virtues of our dear Foundress. We were able to impart the life lessons of our Foundress to our dear students and staff.
The English Students Literary Association organized a programmed stressing the importance of the English language and to ensure that they learn to express themselves in English. It was a variety entertainment programme which encourages one to improve her speaking and listening skills. A spellbee contest was conducted at the end and the students were awarded prizes. The chief guest Varshini of XII Bio gave an excellent speech on the importance of the English language.
The Old Students Association of our school, in its endeavor to inspire learners and develop the competitive spirit organized the interschool literary and cultural meet. Designed to motivate the students to be better learners and innovative thinkers, CROSA 23 invited more than 900 students in and around Thoothukudi. We were happy to see the talent and skill of all our young learners distributed in various schools. Holy Cross A.I.Hr.School bagged the Senior Trophy and we were the runners for the Junior Trophy.
The 121st birthday of Kamarajar was clelbrated with a very meaningful assembly organized by the students of XI Bio portraying the greatness of this powerful leader who worked nobly for the cause of education. A quiz was conducted on the life and works of Kamarajar and students participated enthusiastically. On July 15th a number of competitions were conducted across the state. Our school provided a platform for conducting speech and essay competitions and winners of the competitions were applauded.
387/2A, Victoria Extension Road,
Thoothukudi - 628002,
Tamilnadu, India.
Diwali Celebration – (9.11.23)
Diwali the ‘Festival of Lights’ was celebrated and marked by a special assembly in the school auditorium by lightning the kuthuvilakku and highlighting the message of victory over evil. The auditorium had an ambience of joy and happiness. The students showcased the spirit of Diwali through a skit and dance performance which added exuberance and great joy. The celebration concluded with the message of Sr. Fatima to be a shining light wherever they are placed.