Celebrating Excellence in Sports and Academics: Highlights from Local Schools
Swimming Champions Shine at Asian Championship
Two students from Vivekananda Vidhyashram Matriculation Higher Secondary School in Vannarpettai clinched gold and bronze medals at the 12th Asian Swimming Championship in Bangkok.
Subbiah Vidyalayam Girls School Claims Overall Championship
Students from Subbiah Vidyalayam Girls Higher Secondary School excelled at the district-level sports competition, emerging as overall champions in the girls’ category.
International Chess Day Celebrated with Enthusiasm
Sri Sathya Sai Balagurukulam Matriculation School organized inter-class chess tournaments to mark International Chess Day, fostering strategic thinking among students.
Academic Year Inauguration at XIBA
Xavier Institute of Business Administration inaugurated the 2026-2028 academic year with a Holy Mass and fresher’s day celebration, encouraging students to embrace resilience and leadership.
Kings School Annual Sports Day
Kings School (Matric) in Valliyoor celebrated its annual sports day, honoring sports achievers and concluding with a valedictory ceremony.
Silver Jubilee Reunion of National Engineering College Alumni
The 2000-2001 batch alumni of National Engineering College held a successful reunion, sharing insights and contributing towards an endowment scholarship for deserving students.
Local Swimming Champions Shine at Asian Championship
Vannarpettai, July 27, 2026 — Two talented students from Vivekananda Vidhyashram Matriculation Higher Secondary School have made waves at the 12th Asian Swimming Championship held in Bangkok, bringing home a gold and a bronze medal.
Abdul Hafeez, a ninth grader, clinched the gold medal in the fiercely competitive 200-meter butterfly event, showcasing his exceptional skills and determination. Meanwhile, M. S. Nitheesh, a class XI student, secured a bronze medal as part of the 4×100 meter mixed medley relay team. Their remarkable achievements have not only brought pride to their school but also inspired fellow students and athletes.
The school’s chairman, Siva Sethuraman, along with correspondent S. Thirumaran, director S. Murugavel, principal A. Sreekumari, and the entire school community, celebrated the champions’ success with heartfelt congratulations.
Subbiah Vidyalayam Girls Excel in District Sports
In another display of sporting excellence, students from Subbiah Vidyalayam Girls Higher Secondary School in Thoothukudi emerged as overall champions in the “Vilayum Payir” district-level sports competition for classes VI to VIII. The event, organized by the School Education Department, saw nearly 500 participants from various schools across the district.
Trustee S. Gouthaman, secretary R. Murali Ganesan, and director Lakshmi Preethi expressed their pride in the students’ achievements, emphasizing the importance of sports in fostering teamwork and resilience.
Celebrating Strategic Minds on International Chess Day
Sri Sathya Sai Balagurukulam Matriculation School in Palayamkottai marked International Chess Day with enthusiasm, hosting inter-class chess tournaments for under-14 and under-17 categories. The matches, conducted on a ‘Round Robin’ basis, allowed participants to demonstrate their strategic thinking and sportsmanship.
Academic Year Inauguration at XIBA
Xavier Institute of Business Administration (XIBA) in Palayamkottai kicked off the academic year 2026-2028 with a Holy Mass and fresher’s day celebration. The event featured a solemn Holy Eucharistic Celebration led by Rev. Ignacimuthu, SJ, and Rev. Godwin Rufus, SJ. Rev. P. Paulraj, SJ, welcomed students, encouraging them to take full advantage of the institution’s academic and co-curricular offerings.
Rev. C. Joe Arun, SJ, delivered an inspiring inaugural address, urging students to become resilient, value-driven leaders who embrace continuous learning.
Kings School Celebrates Annual Sports Day
Kings School (Matric) in Valliyoor celebrated its annual sports day with great enthusiasm, featuring District Inspector of Physical Education, S. Jebaraj, as the chief guest. The event honored the school’s sports achievers for their outstanding performances at various competitions. The day concluded with a valedictory ceremony where school officials congratulated the winners and presented prizes.
National Engineering College Alumni Reunion
The silver jubilee reunion of the 2000-2001 batch alumni of National Engineering College, Kovilpatti, was a resounding success. Under the theme “Pirindhom Sandhippom,” alumni shared valuable insights on the evolving industrial landscape and the importance of continuous learning. Notably, the alumni contributed ₹3 lakh towards an endowment scholarship to support deserving students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.
These events highlight the vibrant spirit of achievement and community engagement in our local schools, showcasing the dedication of students and educators alike.