Glorious 75-Year Journey Draws to a Grand Finale Valedictory Ceremony of St. Joseph’s High School, Bhubaneswar

St. Joseph’s High School, Bhubaneswar, brought its year-long Platinum Jubilee celebrations to a memorable close with a grand Valedictory Ceremony, commemorating 75 glorious years of excellence in education, values, and service to society. The school campus resonated with joy and nostalgia as students, teachers and staff came together to celebrate this historic milestone.

The programme commenced at 5:30 p.m. with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp, symbolizing the institution’s enduring motto, "Onward and Upward," and its unwavering commitment to enlightenment and progress.

The Principal, Sr. Jismy, presented a captivating timeline that reflected the school's inspiring journey over the past seven and a half decades, highlighting its milestones, achievements, and the invaluable contributions of its founders, educators, students, and alumni.

A solemn Thanksgiving Holy Mass, celebrated by Most Rev. Dr. John Barwa, Archbishop of Cuttack-Bhubaneswar, added a spiritual dimension to the occasion. In his address, the Archbishop praised the institution for its remarkable contribution to education and character formation, and invoked God's blessings upon the school community as it embarks on a new chapter. The occasion was also graced by Sr. Justine, President, St Joseph Annecy.

The evening concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks delivered by the School Coordinator, Dr. S. Jeyanthi, who expressed sincere gratitude to everyone whose dedication, support, and presence made the Platinum Jubilee celebrations a resounding success.

Inspiring Change: Seminar by Mr. Shirish P. Sebastian

Our school recently had the privilege of hosting Mr. Shirish P. Sebastian, an acclaimed International Educator and Wellness Coach, who conducted a seminar titled "Be the Change." The seminar focused on empowering teachers with forward-thinking perspectives and global awareness.

Key themes explored included Think Global, Act Global, Awaken the Entrepreneur in You, Rise to Digital Leadership, Balancing the Five Elements of Nature, and Technology vs. Values. Each topic was presented with insightful examples and engaging discussions.

In a special session held for students of Classes IX to XII, Mr. Sebastian addressed the pressing issues faced by today’s youth. The interactive discussion was met with enthusiasm and active participation, with Mr. Sebastian acknowledging the group as one of the most intellectual and thoughtful he had engaged with.

The following day, Mr. Sebastian conducted a seminar for parents titled "Parenting – Art or Skill?" Over 200 parents attended this enriching session. His talk was both motivating and enlightening, offering practical strategies and emotional insights that impressed the parents.

The two-day programme left a lasting impact on teachers, students and parents alike, encouraging them to act mindfully and lead with purpose.

St Joseph’s High School celebrates Annual Day

Joy and Pride reverberated for two days at St Joseph's High School as we celebrated the Annual Function on the 12th and 13th of December 2025.

Addressing the students during the Senior School Concert, Chief Guest Col. Surender Kumar RohillaDr. S. Jeyanthi, Director (General Staff and War Establishment) and an illustrious alumnus of St. Joseph's High School, encouraged the young audience to strive for excellence by building strong character rather than merely pursuing academic success. He emphasised that integrity, discipline, perseverance, and moral values are the true foundations of a meaningful and successful life. Reflecting on his years at St. Joseph's, Col. Rohilla fondly recalled how the institution shaped his personality and instilled values that have guided him throughout his distinguished career in the Indian