The Green School Programme [GSP] of Montfort School conducted a quiz competition ‘Eat Heathy ! Stay Heathy !’ aiming to educate the children on Heathy eating habits. The pogramme was conducted on August 29th at 1.30pm . Our Principal Rev. Bro. Stephen Xavier , teachers and students attended the show with all their hearts. The quiz was divided into 5 rounds: General round, Visual round, Buzzer round, Rapid Fire round and memory recall round. The Quiz Masters of the program were Roohan Reddy and S. Tharun of class 12. The four team leaders were doing the scoring for a fair play. Students of class 8 formed four teams according to their house . They were very responsive, well prepared , enthusiastic and followed the rules.

The Purple team emerged as winner of the competition. Rev.Bro. Stephen Xavier announced the winner and motivated them with gifts. The GSP team was well appreciated for conducting a well organized Quiz Programme and for their effort to broaden students knowledge and learning.

Montfort School inaugurated its first-of-kind Herbal Garden at a designate plots within the school campus, to create awareness among students about medicinal plants and their uses. The Green School Programme [GSP] team had initiated this ‘ Herbal garden in School’ concept to popularize the use of commonly available medicinal plants and to teaches the students how to conserve them. A total number of 25 herbs have been planted by the team creating a repository for students to learn about traditional medicine and health benefits of plants.A display chart with information on the therapeutic uses of the plants is also displayed.

On 29th of August , 2025 , our school organized a Solid Waste management Rally to create an awareness about the need to segregate the waste in proper manner. The rally was inaugurated by our Principal Rev. Bro. Stephen Xavier who emphasized on creating awareness among students and public in segregating the waste . Students participated in the rally enthusiastically, carrying banners , Placards and raising slogans like “ Say no to Plastic”, “waste less, Live more”, “Clean Today ,Green Tomorrow” .

In conclusion, the solid waste management rally was a successful initiative that helped spread an important message throughout our community. It reinforced the idea that every individual has a role to play in keeping our society clean.

The first official visit of our Provincial Superior Rev. Bro. Jenny Kuriakose was marked as a very memorable event of this year. We were much privileged to have our Brother amidst us. An assembly was organized , starting with a vibrant welcome dance . Our Principal Rev. Bro Stephen Xavier and Vice Principal Rev. Bro. Packiyanathan felicitated our guest and gave a welcome address. Class VII students enacted a skit and a short movie was also presented along with western dance and light music. Our Provincial Superior enjoyed all programs and appreciated the students and staff for the warm welcome.

Teacher’s Day celebration was animated by students of Std XII. Teachers were taken on a procession with the band to auditorium and were welcomed by all students. Program started with a graceful devotional dance , followed by a tamil speech on Sarvepalli S. Radhakrishnan. The light music by choir students lifted everyone spirits and brighten the day. Short movies on the importance of teachers was also presented by out budding artists. Corporate walk by the boys added another level of entertainment to the program. The program ended with vote of thanks rendered by our school team captians.

Our school organized a two-day Book Fair on 28th and 29th August 2025, in association with Elite Books Company. The fair was inaugurated in the school premises by our Principal Rev. Bro. Stephen Xavier and Vice Principal Rev. Bro. Pakiyanathan and received an enthusiastic response from students, teachers, and parents.

A wide range of books, including children’s literature, reference books, novels, and encyclopedias, were displayed. The fair provided a wonderful opportunity for students to explore and purchase books of their interest. The event not only encouraged students to buy books but also kindled in them the joy of reading. The fair truly reminded us that “Books are our best friends.”

One day trip to MGM Dizee World was organized for std VI-XII . A fun filled day for all the students with laughter, joy and happiness. Students enjoyed the rides, water games and swimming pool . Teachers and PE staff accompanied the students . It was a day to cherish and remain etched in their memory forever.

Students of std IX were taken on a 2 day trip to Yelagiri. During their stay, students enjoyed boating , visited Chocolate Factory and more sightseeing. Children the cool climate and spent time with their friends and returned with sweet memories.

ANTI - DRUG DAY was commemorated at Montfort School today, 26th June 2025. The Students of Class 8, the NCC Cadets, Scouts & Guides & members of RSP along with their teachers participated in a rally on North Parade Road. Tmt. Deepika Hemkumar, Judicial Magistrate, Additional Mahila Court, Alandhur and Tmt. Bhuvaneshwari E, Judicial Magistrate, Fast Track Court, Alandhur were the special guests and they inaugurated the Rally by waving the Green Flag. Deputy Commissioner Mr. V R Srinivasan and Mr. Balan Vavachan, Inspector of Police, Alandhur along with his team of Police officials from S1 Police Station lead the rally with our Principal Rev. Bro. Stephen Xavier followed by students holding, banners and placards and saying slogans. They finally took the Anti-Drug Oath in the presence of the guests and the rally concluded.

It was indeed an eyeopener to the students who participated and the public. The Guests and the public greatly appreciated this initiative.

The first Holy Eucharistic Celebration of the Academic Year was celebrated on 6th June, 2025, the first Friday of the month. Rev. Fr. Lazer celebrated the mass and prayed for all the intentions of the school students, staff and the parents. Catholic students and staff of Std 11 animated the Holy Mass and Catholic students of Std 6 to 12 participated with utmost reverence during the service. Holy Masses were celebrated on the First Fridays of August and September as well.

CAREER GUIDANCE & ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR followed by PTA for Class 10, 11 & 12 Students and Parents on 10th June 2025 at our school, by renowned speaker and mentor Mr. Jayaprakash Gandhi.

The Principal, Staff and Students hosted a Special assembly to celebrate the birthday of our dear Vice Principal Rev. Bro. Pakiyanathan. A traditional welcome was given and the programme began with a thundering standing ovation followed by Lighting of the Lamp by the birthday celebrant along with the students who celebrated their birthdays. The students invoked God's choicest blessings for our Vice Principal through a meaningful prayer and prayer song.

Tharun of class 11 D delivered a felicitation message followed by Roshan of class 7 presenting a poem in honour of Bro. Pakiaynathan. A beautiful dance was presented after which the birthday cake was cut by Bro.Pakiyanathan.

Students of UKG to Std 12 expressed their gratefulness by presenting Handmade Birthday Greeting Cards, Colourful Bouquets, Saplings, Portraits etc. The Principal in his address expressed his appreciations to Bro. Pakiyanathan. The programme concluded with a happy note and group photos with the birthday celebrant.

"Good Beginnings assures, steady growth and success!"

On 30th May, the teachers of Montfort School, St. Thomas Mount along with the teachers of Montfort CBSE School Theresapuram had a one day Orientation Programme animated by Dr. K. Alex, Associate Professor, Dept of Commerce & CoE, St. Joseph’s College Trichy.

The Seminar solemnly began with the lighting of the lamp invoking the presence of God. Dr. Alex started with a quote “ Being a Teacher is being a Role Model” .He used many illustrations and activities and actively involved all the participants throughout the day. It was indeed an enriching experience for both newly appointed teachers as well as the experienced teachers. The Seminar ended with a very positive note; "The Greatest Miracle a Teacher can perform is to touch the Hearts of the Students".

We look forward to having a productive and challenging academic year 2025 - 2026