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Quran 6:162 : “Indeed my prayer, my rites of sacrifice, my living and my
dying are for Allah, Lord of the worlds.”
St. Francis of Assisi school celebrated Independence day with unprecedented
patriotic fervour this year. The entire school assembled on the ground for the
celebration. The Chief Guest Rev. Fr. Henry D’Souza, Director of FISI
(Franciscan Institute of spirituality India) Bangalore, hoisted the Tricolor
flag. The national anthem echoed the entire campus. Thereafter, our students
marched impressively to the beat of the drum. Though there was cloudy weather
and drops of rain, students’ performance evoked the feelings of patriotism in
the gathered audience. The Chief Guest, voiced out in his speech the importance
of the day and our duty towards the nation to make it great as our freedom
fighters dreamt to be. The celebration came to an end with the distribution of
sweets.
St Francis of Assisi school Chikodi, inaugurated new school building on
Saturday, 11 August 2018 at 11.00am. Rev Fr Dolphy Pais, Provincial minister,
invoked God’s blessings and cut the ribbon as the children, standing on
different stories of the building, showered the stage and building with flowers.
Frs. Peter D’souza, Melwyn D’souza, Alwyn Dias and Salvador Fernandes,
councilors of the province joined in blessing the building with the holy water.
Mr Vinod A Ghatti, Cousulting Civil Engineer, was felicitated by offering a
shawl . The progarm was graced with the presence of Fr Anil D’costa, Principal
of Trinity school, Udupi, Fr Robin D’souza, Province Administrator, Fr Deepak
Fernandes, Provincial Secretary, Fr Alphonso MSFS, Parents, friends, benefactors
and well-wishers of the School. After the function meals were served for
everyone in the Assisi Campus.
The valedictory function was organized by the students and teachers of St.
Francis of Assisi School on 3rd April, 2018 in the school ground where students
of Class 1st – 9th bid farewell to the outgoing students of class 10th wishing
them better future ahead. The function began with the band procession followed
by the prayer dance. Fr. Jeson Fernandes, the Principal of the school welcomed
the guests and the gathering. Thereafter, Fr. Maxim (The Principal of St.
Joseph’s Institute of Hotel Management, Belgaum), the chief guest welcomed the
outgoing batch by bursting the paper crackers and wished them well by giving
away the momentos and a motivational speech. Fr. Arun, the President of the
programme enlightened the students with his inspirational speech. Students
presented very interesting shadow play and group dances, which entertained the
audience to the fullest. Farewell function witnessed the prize distribution for
the students who had won in the musical fete. The valedictory function was ended
with Thanks giving song by outgoing students.
With great pomp and splendor, St. Francis of Assisi school celebrated Annual day
on 13th January 2018, under the title “Assisi Journee.” The function was
presided over by Rev. Fr. Arun Lobo OFM Cap. The parents appreciated and enjoyed
the variety of programme like diverse dances on current themes, singing,
Christmas tableau and skit performed by the students. The stage arrangement and
the digitalization of the programme won the hearts of the audience. The Chief
Guest of the day Rev. Fr. Thomas Champakara, the principal of St. Xavier’s
School, Belgaum, in his speech highlighted the quality, standard of the
programme and the hard efforts of the teachers making children to get ready. He
also advised the parents, their role in the all-round grow of their children.
The top five of 2016-2017 X std batch were awarded and the Science Xpo 2017,
prizes were given away by the guests. .jpg)
To spread and instill in the minds of the children and parents, the name of the
order and the missionary work that Holy Trinity Province, Karnataka does, St.
Francis of Assisi school organized the feast for children under the title
“CAPUCHIN FETE”. The Mission Secretary of the province, Rev. Dr. Fr. Charles
Furtado OFM Cap., inaugurated the fete along with Fr. Paul D’Souza by lighting
the crackers. After that the Chief Guest Fr Charles, in his speech, appreciated
and congratulated, the parents and children for their generous help, good
co-operation, timely support and day today concern for school and the Assisi
family. He also applauded their great step that they have taken to contribute
for the Capuchin Mission through this fete. Further he voiced out, on the
Capuchin Heritage and the works that Capuchin fathers do for the society in
different missions. To remember, this day pre-school children had fancy dress
competition and higher primary and high school children had live musical bands
competition. 
On 14th December 2017, St. Francis of Assisi school was blessed with the
presence of His Grace, Most Rt. Rev. Dr. Peter Machado, Bishop of Belgaum
Diocese. In his address, he said to students that they have to work hard in this
competitive world. There are no short cuts for success. Only hard work will lead
you to success. We need to be children of values. The values that you learn have
to practice at home and in the society. After that, he blessed all our children
and wished them a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. 
Educational tour to God’s own country conducted on 19th November to 24th
November, 2017. X standard children were blessed before leaving the Assisi
campus. As students were travelling by train, they were wonderstruck by seeing
amazing Dudhsagar splendor and scenic beauty of Konkan coast. As soon as
children reached their dreamland, they paid a visit to Fort Kochi, St. Francis
of Assisi Church, where Vasco-da- Gama was buried and his tomb is preserved till
this day. From there they went and learnt about the Chinese Fishnet (Oldest
method of catching fish). Then,they proceeded to the best part of the day
‘Marine Drive’, where they travelled to back waters and saw mighty vessels
carrying huge cargos. In the evening, students rushed to the India’s biggest
mall, Lulu Mall and had thrilling and adventures games and shopping. 
St. Francis of Assisi school celebrated children’s day by appreciating
children’s everyday lively presence and active participation in the school
activities. On this day, teachers organized the different activities to
students. The parliamentarians along with chief guest Rev. Fr. Robin Victor
D’souza and principal Fr Jason Fernandes were escorted to the stage by rhythmic
band. Cutting of cake enriched the joys of everyone. Chief Guest Fr Robin
highlighted the importance of this day and said, all of us are children of God,
we need to have childlike attitude always in our lives to draw others towards
us. To mark the occasion teachers organized squad vise tug of war to the
children and winners were awarded. Children learnt, in unity there is strength
and team work always wins.
St. Francis of Assisi School celebrated Diwali with great pomp and
excitement. The celebration began with the prayer song followed by the
welcome speech by Mrs. Sukanya. Goddess Laxmi was adored by performing
‘Puja’ by our teachers and parents. Dr. Bahubali Gane, the chief guest
of the programme heighted the importance of Diwali Celebration.
Thereafter our children performed mesmerizing dances to enhance the joy
of this celebration. The graceful movements of our children in the
performance fascinated the audience. The cultural progrmme ended with
the vote of thanks but the campus was lit brightly with the resounding
and spectacular blasts of crackers thereafter. Not only those but also
the lamps which were lit on the buildings sparkled like the tiny stars
on the buildings. The students of each class enjoyed the cracker show in
the darkness. Our generous parents made this celebration memorable one.
On title Science Xpo, the science department of St. Francis of Assisi School
Chikodi, scientifically organized science exhibition on Saturday, 16th
September, 2017. The programme was inaugurated by Mr. K GopalaKrishnan, Head of
the Department of Physics at KLE Independent PU College, Chikodi, along with
guest of honour Rev. Sr. Idoline Rodrigues, Head Mistress of Loretto School,
Batwal, Mangalore. The exhibition spanned all the three branches of Science:
Physics, Chemistry and Biology. Students from VI-X grade displayed various
advancements in hydraulic principle, production of electricity, density of
matter, etc. There was a separate section on advancements in Mathematics and
Chemistry experiments. The science show highlighted experiments related to
electricity, air pressure, ect. Parents, professors, teachers and students from
other schools and colleges were astonished by the variety of models and the
communication skills of St. Francis of Assisi school’s budding scientists. The
judges applauded the ideas and creative mind of the students and congratulated
all the teachers for their hard efforts in putting up such educational show. 
If a nation is on rapid growth and produces potential individuals in different
spheres, it is because of hard working, dedicated and committed teachers. The
Teachers’ Day at St. Francis of Assisi school was celebrated on 7th September by
the school parliament in order to show the honour, students hold for the
teachers. Teachers accompanied by the school band were welcomed with showers of
flowers to the school auditorium. Children through their skits, dances and songs
assured, that they will be always grateful, respectful and obedient students.
A day filled with significance and marked with red letter in the Indian
calendar; Independence Day. The day, where all the Indian citizens remember with
reverence and pride great heroes, who shed their blood for the freedom of this
land. Our school, St. Francis of Assisi celebrated this national festival with
great pomp and grandeur. National flag was hoisted at 8:30am by the Chief guest
Fr. Stephen Kachappilly OFM Cap, belonging to the custody of Premjyothi, Delhi,
in the presence of Fr Jason, the Principal of the school, Fr Paul D’souza,
teachers, students and parents. After this, there was rhythmic march past which
astonished the audience on the ground. Silent parade, lotus formation, group
dances and skits on freedom fighters led people into patriotic sentiments.
“Sacrifice of oneself to the nation, led people to gain freedom from the foreign
rulers”, highlighted by the Chief Guest in his speech.
One of the best and most valued relationship on this earth is friendship. To
inculcate this value in the ‘hearts and minds’ of children, St. Francis of
Assisi school celebrated friendship day on August 5, 2017. Children came with
variety and colourful friendship bands and tied to their best friends and
teachers, expressing their sentiments of love, respect and gratitude to them.
Speaking on friendship, Fr Jason Principal of the school quoted the quotation
from Book of Sirach, “Faithful friends are a sturdy shelter: whoever finds one
has found a treasure (6:14).” Thus, he stressed the importance of friendship and
truthfulness in the dealing with one’s friend. It’s only genuineness can
transform one true and faithful friend. As the Independence Day of India is
approaching squad wise patriotic singing competition was held for the primary
and high school students.
Today’s world is an advanced one but not a healthy one. Many communicable
diseases have been eradicated. It is the non-communicable diseases that are
causing harm to the human race. On July 19, 2017 Dr. Rajendra Salagare M.B.B.S ,
M.D, a pediatrician and a child specialist, along with a team of six doctors,
conducted a health camp for children of our school. The following day, he
conducted an awareness seminar for students of class VIII, IX and X. He made the
students realize the diseases caused by an unhealthy life style. He instructed
the students on how to change their life style to have better health. He gave an
awareness to the students on how obesity could lead to diseases such as blood
pressure and diabetes. He adviced the students to have an healthy diet and to
exercise regularly. He mentioned that one can be fit not only by exercising but
by also maintaining a proper diet. He concluded the programme saying ‘Health is
Wealth’.
St. Francis of Assisi school wished showers of blessings on all Muslim brethren
by celebrating the feast of Ramzan in the school auditorium. The festive mood
began with a prayer song, followed by welcome speech by Ms Nidha. To have
solidarity, children of different community joined in performing dance, songs
and skit to highlight the importance of the Ramzan. The teacher of the Urdu
school, Mr Jafer Sharif, the chief guest of the day spoke proudly on the five
pillars; Kalama, Namaz, Roza, Zakat and Haij of Islam. He also spoke on
significance of Ramzan in Muslim’s life. Fr Arun, the president of the programme
upheld in his message, the objective behind the celebration, i.e., to inculcate
a sense of oneness among children. 
St. Francis of Assisi students of VII to X were blessed to have Rev. Fr Baptist
Rodrigues on 16 June 2017 to motivate them through his inspiring thoughts and
videos. He enlightened them to have a goal and vision in life. Talents,
abilities, skills and opportunities must be made use of to the best of one’s
capacity. Faith in God and oneself, support of parents and friends, learning
with humility and dedication will make one’s future bright and authentic. He
remarked, “Challenges are given to excel in one’s life.”
"A parent is a teacher at home and a teacher is a parent in school and the
child is the centre of our universe". Under the able guidance of our
director and principal, an orientation programme was organised for the parents
of St Francis of Assisi School. The aim was to familiarise the parents with the
curriculum, rules and regulations of the school, teaching and co-scholastic
activities. The programme commenced with the prayer song by X std students
followed by the welcome to the speaker of the day Rev Fr. John Peter , Rev Fr.
Arun Lobo, the director and Fr. Jason, the Principal. Thereafter Fr. Jason
addressed the gathering. In his speech he laid stress on the rules and
regulations and developmental plans to uplift the school and sought the support
and suggestions. 
With great enthusiasm, the School reopened on 1st June 2017. St. Francis of
Assisi School was filled With happiness by the Presence of the students. The day
began with a prayerful hymn to the Almighty and Benevolent God by the X std
students followed by Welcome Ceremony. New-comers were welcomed with school band
in a procession during the assembly .The School Principal, Fr. Jason, held the
lighted Candle and the new Comers lit their Candles as a sign of incorporating
them into the family of Assisians. New teachers were also welcomed by Fr. Jason
by offering a bouquet of flowers. It was a special day for the school as the new
building was blessed by Fr.Arun lobo and was inaugurated by Fr. Paul D’souza.
The
students of St. Francis of Assisi School, along with teachers, bid a
grand farewell to X standard students on 25th February 2017. The X
standard students and their parents were welcomed with drum beats.
Moreover.the X standard students were given a grand welcome on the stage
by offering flowers followed by bursting of colourful paper crackers.
The two students of X standard, i.e. Shreesh and Rashmi, shared their
experience and said that the school had given them the finest teachers,
wonderful friends for life and a platform to grow in freedom with
responsibility. Speaking about X standard , Shubham Potadar, the student
of IX standard said that bidding adieu to seniors is very painful and
that would remain in their hearts even after leaving the school. Fr.
Jason the Principal of the School wished the children good luck for the
future and asked the students not to forget the school and their
teachers.
School
annual excursion is an event of excitement to every student. St. Francis
of Assisi School, Chikodi planned an educational tour for VII, VIII & IX
grade students to historical and existing places of Tamilnadu. The tour
started early morning of 22nd January 2017 with 49 students accompanied
by six staff. Travelling a full day by train from Belgaum to Madurai was
a memorable journey for the students with lots of fun and merry making.
The group reached Madurai the temple city on 23rd afternoon. The most
famous and architecturally fabulous temple of Goddess Meenakshi was the
main place to visit and worship. Students were taken up by the
Sculptural and artistic design of the temple. They paid devotional
homage to Goddess Meenakshi and walked on the huge corridors of the
temple viewing every nook and corner of the giant monument.
School annual day is the Cultural face of one’s school. St. Francis of
Assisi Celebrated this day on 21 of December. It had majestic stage
setup with plenty of colorful lights and mind blowing sound. It had
three stages one is Darbhar stage where kings and ministers sat and done
the oration and other side there was Assisi band who sang and played
live music and shun the hearts and minds of the audience and at the
center there was main stage where children enjoyed their performance.
From nursery to X standard all compulsorily performed on the stage. The
variety added the beauty for the function. Small kids danced and
performed skit. VI to VIII divided themselves in different groups and
performed Hanuman Chalice, Veeragasa, Janapada, Adivasi, Charlie
Chapline dances and Selfiemime show. 
“Joy to the world Christ has born”
For the first time to make known the Capuchin Heritage and the work of
the fathers in the Taluk of Chikodi, St. Francis of Assisi School,
organized Capuchin fete. This event created joyful and cheer in the
hearts and minds of children and parents. The day was filled with
laughter, fun and games. Children organized games and food stalls. To
make the day a glorious one lower classes had fancy dress competition;
primary and high school children had dance and skit competition; and
Assisi band had musical band competition. Parents came in big number and
were thrilled to see their kids performance. As chief guest Rev. Fr.
Paul D’souza presided over the function. We also had special guests Brs.
Avil, Jason and Ashwin from Darshan Institute of Theology, Bangalore, as
judges for the event. 
Considering Jawaharlal Nehru contributions and love towards children,
Children’s day was celebrated at St.Francis of Assisi School with a
gaiety and fervor. Let us sacrifice our today. So that our children can
have a better tomorrow. APJ Abdul Kalam
5 Nov 2016 was a great day for St.Francis of Assisi school children to
see the campus beautified with attractive and wonderful lights. Ground
was decorated with colorful rangolis, corridors lit up with diyas. By
looking at the grandeur, people marched towards school to witness the
grand celebration of the day. Thus the eve spread its exotic light in
the surrounding. Mr. Aravind Kulkarni, lecture of women college Chikodi,
was invited as chief guest of the day. In his message, he gave a clarion
call to the children and the parents to become lights in the world. The
programme twinkled with fire works filling the air. This was enjoyed by
all the people gathered in the assisi grounds.
Special day, special person and special celebration .May all your dreams
and desires come true in this coming year. On 2nd of Nov, St.Francis of
Assisi School was gloriously ignited with happiness to celebrate the
birthday of Rev Fr .Jason the Principal .He was warmly welcomed by the
Prime Minister Anis from X along with VIII and IX students with band. In
the assembly inviting him to cut the cake and followed by wishing him
with a song asking god’s blessing upon him. You guidelines, your
principles and your direction give new ways towards the
distination.Wishing you a very happy Birthday dearest principal. All the
students gathered in the hall at 3 pm to perform a beautiful programme.
Heart touching welcome speech by Prasad Jambagi from X, a word of
appreciation by Annapurna teacher,Rashmi(X) and Bharath(IX) and
mesmerizing dances and entertaining the heart and soul through maim and
skit.
On 14th October, 2016 at 9.30am we reached at Jainapur Wind Farm. At the
Beginning, Mr.Ramesh who is the electrical engineer of Jainapur wind
farm explained about wind mill installed at Jainapur and their
generation, transmission and distribution. From this visit, we got the
information and practical knowledge about Power Generation through wind
mill and transmission and distribution of power. Students got the
knowledge about wind mill, wind turbine, generator. students got an
idea, how Electricity is generated through wind mill and types of
Generator and their connection and from the control panel how to take
readings and how to manually stop wind mill. About 33 students of
10thStd St.Francis of Assisi School,Chikodi & faculty members named
Asst.teacher X.M.Renold Fernandez were benefited from this visit as they
got chance to discussion with In charge officer and other engineers
working at wind farm.
Happy
Birthday Mamma Mary
Be
a candle
Rakhi
is the combination of five meaningful words
“Reform,
Perform and Transform” - Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Friendship
is not history to forget
St.
Francis of Assisi school celebrated Ramadan Mubarak on 20th of July. The
event began with a prayer song Noor wala aya hai, noor lay ker aya hai
followed by speech regard to Ramazan. It is more of just not eating and
drinking, but it is a time to purify the soul, focus attention towards
God, and practice self discipline and sacrifice. The chief guests of the
day were Moulana Mh Gouse and Jaffer Sharif chabanoor. Their eloquent
speeches broaden everyone, the knowledge of Ramzan.
St.
Francis of Assisi School Conducted an orientation programme for
students, teachers and parents. The resource person of these days was
Fr.Alwyn D’Silva .He presented the following points, the existence of
god, different religion and never give up. The students were chosen from
different religion and given chance to share their experience of God in
their daily lives. These points enlightened the minds of the students to
realize the importance of each religion, to give due respect to the
parents and teachers and continue to focus on their goal. 
It was sad day for an Assisi family to bid a farewell to a former
principal Fr. Richie. The farewell event started with a special prayer
dance followed by presentation of bouquet by the principal Fr. Jason.
The powerful speech given by Seema .C X and Swayam IX were focal points
of Fr. Richie’s qualities, capacities and his achievements as being a
founder father of St. Francis of Assisi School. Different programmes
performed by the students’ added color to the event. The presentation of
gifts showed the love of the students and staff. The inspirational
speech given by the Fr. Richie encouraged every student to possess good
attitude by forgoing the evil by quoting “Darkness is the absence of
light and cold is the absence of heat “
Gush
with excite, spring with joy as it’s a merry day out for the tots to
adventure the Dew's and warm the streams.
St.
Francis of Assisi school bid farewell to 21 gems of its children on 6th
of Feb. The passing out parade ceremony started with pilot band followed
by invoking of God’s guidance through prayer dance. Education is not the
filling of a fail, but the lighting of a fire. The school Principal
Rev.Fr.Richie kindled the torch as a symbolic spelling out of darkness
of ignorance and igniting the light of knowledge and wisdom. The Prime
Minister of the school Poorvi Kulkarni from X given privilege to hoist
the school flag followed by a beautiful way of performing March Fast by
class V to VIII..
Recipe
has no soul, you as the cook must allocate soul to the recipe. say yummy
yum yum as your tongue taste the treat f my hands.
The
flag of my country furls very high. No tides can ride. Tiranga is my
pride. 
Talents
hits a target no one else can hit,
‘Sparkles
and twinkles the eyes of my doll who says I am the prettiest queen who’s
the best friend of all’.
The
voices sang the chorus of the greatness of our patron st. Francis of
Assisi on the occasion of Assisi Sambhram on 19th Dec 2015. The Sambhram
began with the ceremonial band welcome to the chief guest and the
president and the other dignitaries. The entire celebration was about 12
excites. 702 students out of 708 appeared on the stage dancing for
various tunes. It was a feast for the eyes to see all the students
without any fear performing beautifully for almost 4 hours. The parent
of master Sumant Bhat were felicitated for scoring the all time high
percentage for the district 96.33% in the council examinations 2014-15.
The finale by the whole school was heart touching. The scintillating
cracker show was excellently manned to give the marvelous finish.
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students and 4 staff members of St. Francis of Assisi School Started
their journey at 5.30 pm on 3rd of December from Chikodi to Delhi,shimla
,Amritsar and Chandigarh. Amritsar is a city in the northwestern India
state of Punjab. On 6th of December the students and the staff reached
Amritsar at 6 pm. Everyone marveled at the beautiful sight of Golden
temple (Harmandir Sahib) considered the holiest gurdwar. The service
rendered by the staff in the Gurdwar was an admirable and learning
experience for everyone and the helping and caring nature of the people
in Punjab was tremendous and unforgettable.Jallianwala Bagh is a public
garden in Amritsar .Specially visiting the martyrs well at Jallianwala
Bagh gave an insight to everyone to be courageous. 
Our
small foot steps cherish the world. Our talents inspires the being.
Assians buds bloomed out with sparkling talents on the day of fancy
dress competition.Kg section kids participated charmingly and sprouted
out with creative presentations day decorating themselves beautifully.
They amazed and impressed the hearts of the gathering.
I
am a pretty rose of the state Enjoy my presence in the garden.
Enjoy
the beauty carved by my hands
On
14th November the children’s day celebration was held at St.Francis of
Assisi School. Parliamentarian and Class Xth std students were warmly
welcomed by the staff members with a band and showering of flowers.
Making arathi and offering roses by the principal to the Parliamentarian
was a symbolic sharing of love and concern of teachers and students.
colours were applied on the cheeks of the students by the class teachers
followed by conducting of various games. The students enjoyed the site
of dances, mimes and dramas performed by the teachers.
On
13th November 2015 Assisians celebrated Diwali.In the morning assembly the
Speech was given by 5th std student Shrinidi, beautifully explaining the
significance of five days celebration of diwali followed by drama by class IXth
std students. Evening was the peak time of the celebration; beautiful decoration
of diyas and colorful rangoli competition made the day more glowing. The
celebration ended with bursting of crackers. 
The
Assisians landed with various amusing performances on the culture day
competition, with lots of enthusiasm and unique spirit they stated in their
actions that we may have different religion, languages, different colored skin
but we all belong to human race unknowing factors of the state like Rajasthan
Goa, Maharashtra ,North East .Punjab ,Karnataka were staged so beautifully by
the Assisi kids.
mester at St.Francis of Assisi School Chikodi.
A
day out arranged for the staff and non teaching staff to Yogi kolla and Gokak
Falls. Being together brought joy to everyone and sharing together the meals
brought oneness as brothers and sisters. It was an wonderful day to refresh and
rejoice together after the first semester exam.
Students
of St.Francis of Assisi School, organized a programme to celebrate teacher’s day
in a unique fashion. “ The best teacher is the one who suggests rather than
dogmatizes and inspires his listener with the wish to teach himself.” Teachers
were brought solemnly with a band followed by honoring them with a roses as well
as showering of flowers. Class IX students conducted a various games on the
ground; it entertained the teachers as well as created positive competitive
spirit. 
“To
Succeed in your mission, you must have single minded devotion to your goal”- [APJ
Abdul Kalam]
St.Augastine,
the patran saint of Augustinian sisters was well remembered and enacted at
Assisi School on the feast day of the sisters. 3 sisters who are collaborating
in the school along with their superior sr. Mary were felicitated during the
school assembly. The festal showers were abundance with the cutting of the cake
and savoring the sweetness of Assisi to the Augustinians. Fr.Richie thanked the
sisters for their great love and dedication. The enactment depicted the
beautiful lesson of living “In the presence of mind”
“start
up India, stand up India “(PM Modi) , On 15th of August at 8.45 am, Assisians
were jubilant to celebrate the independence day. Dr.Madhura an ophthalmology
surgeon of Chikodi civil hospital was the chief guest of the function. Speaking
on the occasion , she insisted to imbibe the great qualities of APJ Abdul Kalam.
Dream big with great attitudes that will take you to the greater heights. During
the function assisi wonder park also has been inaugurated by Dr.Madhura
M.Khanapur.
The
Assisi School parliament celebrated the Vanamahotsava day on 28th of July with
great love for the nature. All the ministers brought beautiful plants and added
extra life to the lash green campus of Assisi, Speaking on the occasion prime
minister Poorvi Kulkarni called upon the students to safe guard and nurture
vegetable life. Fr.Richie the principal gave a clarion call to all the students
to go green in school which world refresh the mind of every child in the campus.
All the children wore green dress which was the feast of greenery in the Assisi
Campus.
Dr.Zaheer
Shaikh, Father of Aayman,class II had met with an accident and lost his life on
7th August 2015. The Assisians lost a great friend and generous heart person.
Birthday`s
are filled with Yesterday memories today joys and tomorrows dreams. So many
wishes ,too many memories, too few words with one big birthday ,happy birthday.
“Feel
powerful, be powerful and act as a powerful”.
On
8th of June 2015, Poorvi Kulkarni , Shabbir Jamadar ,Abhinav Patil and Spurti
Argi Class x gave a nomination letter to the Principal Fr.Richard for the Prime
Minister Candidate of St. Francis of Assisi School. On 11th and 12th ,the four
Candidates from class x addressed the gathering with their Promises that they
would discharge their duties faithfully keeping the School motto as a base. On
16th the Candidates Campaigned from class V to X. 
On
1st of June 2015 , St. Francis of Assisi School Was Filled With happiness by the
Presence of the student . The day began with a Prayerful atmosphere by the
Cultured board followed by Welcome Ceremony. The School Principal Fr. Richard
held the lighted Candle and the new Comers lit their Candles as a sign of
incorporating them in the family of Assisians.
On
12th of June, the Assisians Warmly Welcomed Fr. Dancy. The Principal of Infant
Jesus School, Chikmangalur . Fr. Richard introduced him in the assembly as well
as explained his achievements in the Education field.
Refresh,
relish, relinquish was the motto of the outing in order to prepare ourselves for
the forth coming semester exams. 125 students from 1st to 4th std and 120
students from 6th to 9th std had been to Hidkal dam simultaneously on Saturday
and Sunday. Both the days the students had the mountain climbing, fort visit and
beautiful emmersion in the Hidkal Dam reservoir. More than 4 hours the students
played in the water. The second day children had a great swim in the depth of
the stream. 
It
is said, “Hard work will give success.” The eighteen more precious jewels of our
school are in the examination joy. So far they have answered six exams such as
English 1, English 2, Hindi, History & Civics, Geography and Mathematics.
According to their opinion they have done their level best in their exams so far
they have finished. They are glad to answer remaining papers. We wish them all
the best and pray for them along with student and staff body of St.Francis of
Assisi School, Chikodi.
On
20th Feb, St.Francis of
Assisi staff took a day off to refresh in Malvan. the departure was at 4.30 am
and reached at 11.30. Malvan is a fishing port town in Konkan region of
Maharashtra. Malvan has got very nice seashore and fort which has got a
historical significance. it was an good opportunity to be together to share
brotherly and sisterly care towards one another. wimming in the Arabian sea in
Malvan and travelling by ship to reach Malvan fort was a thrilling and enjoyable
moment. 
An
awareness on human trafficking and
POCSO Act 2012. On 17th of
Feb St.Francis of Assisi school students got an opportunity to attend a seminar
on an awareness on human trafficking and POCSO Act 2012. The sisters from Holy
Cross Congregation Sr.Rosaline child welfare committee member of Bangalore and
Sr.Lourdu Juvenile welfare committee enriched the students with their powerful
presentation.
The
tiny tots were at their best as they had a day of picnic to Gokak falls. 60
students ventured into a journey to Gokak falls along with Fr.Richie and the
teachers. A nice stream of water in the falls made the children so happy. They
were in jubilation as they jumped in the small stream. At the end we had a
sumptuous lunch and snacks for the children. The parents were eagerly waited on
for their little ones in the evening.
On
7th of Feb, St.Francis of assisi school bid farewell to 18 jewels of young
Assisians. The farewell began with a fellowship meal organized by class IX along
with the cultural board. The students were mesmerized and overjoyed at the
beautiful scene created in the hall. The programme started at 5.30 pm with a
band, welcoming the 18 buds of class X with their parents. The farewell carried
a tinge of sadness and the pair of separation and grief washing over them.
On 26th of Jan, St.Francis of
Assisi School celebrated 66th republic day. The celebration began with hoisting
of flag followed by a beautiful march fast and drills. The important of the day
was opening of the mini sports with the bearing of the torch by squad leaders,
Anish, Shreesh, Isha and Rashmi. Which finally received by the PT master Maxim.
The students were very busy in participating various games such as running race,
tug of war, kabaddi etc. the winner were honored by the teachers with a crown.
Our
joy is in our kids
On
3rd of Jan 2015 at 7.30 Pm, St.Francis of Assisi School celebrated the joyful
event of Christmas. The celebration began with a procession of baby Jesus with a
song “Joy to the world” followed by a Christmas message by miss Flavia. Rev. Fr.
Richard welcomed the invited guests with a flower and a word of appreciation.
Sirs, Remy, Jeevan and Maxim were dressed up like the three kings Gaspar,
Melchior and Balthasar and offered gifts to baby Jesus. It was an excited
moments to know our secret friends as well as to exchange our gifts. 
We
the members of wordsworth had conducted the assembly for one week. We formed a
'W' shape.The topic for this month was 'Change'. our group members read many
articles related to change, we even performed a small skit at weekend on one of
our chapters 'the Bet Which gives us a message that how the person changes his
mind and make good utilisation of his time.
On
22nd of November at 5.30 am we began the journey from Delhi to Agra to visit Taj
mahal and Agra fort. It was an excited and joyful moment to admire the beauty of
the Taj Mahal which has a rhythmic combination of solids and voids, concave and
convex, such as arches and domes further increases the aesthetic aspect. Every
bit of information from the guide about the Taj Mahal was a thought provoking.
We visited Agra fort at 4.30 Pm. The Agra fort is built alongside the Yamuna
river and stretches almost 2.5 Km. 
On
18th November at 7.30 Pm, St.Francis of Assisi Students from Class VIII, Ix ,X
along with the principal Fr.Richard, sisters and sir Remy began their trip to
Delhi by train. On 20th of November at 11 am visited Red fort, it was made up of
large sand stone of red color. The fort was previously also known as blessed
fort due to the fort being residence to the royal family, spreading over an area
of more than 250 acres of land. Every point of the Red fort was a mesmerizing
piece of architecture, lying on the banks of Yamuna river. It was an learning
moments for our students.
We
are from square john Keats, the first weak of November was of our square we
enjoyed it a lot. For this month we had topic Change. On Monday we had a speech
on change by poorvi .On Tuesday we had holiday of Muharram and on Wednesday we
had a beautiful poem by Isha. On Thursday we had a story of change that occurs
in our daily life by pratiksha .On Saturday we had a skit by square John Keats.
At last we would like to give a message that change yourself with good things.
Thank you
On
21 Nov 2014 St.Francis of Assisi School Chikodi was graced with the visitation
of Government officials, who were officially appointed by the BEO of Chikodi to
carryout the school inspection which was ordered by the Govt. of Karnataka,
commission of public instruction. Mr. K.B.Talwar Head Master of Govt.High school
Mallikvad, D.H.Kamble CRP(cluster Resource Person) Pattankodi, P.S.Potdar CRP
Kothali highly appreciated the infrastructure, surroundings, ground, well
maintenance of the official records, the facilities that is provided to the
students, staff as well as non teaching staff. 
Today
St.Francis of Assisi School chikodi was blessed with the special presence of
four capuchin Deacon brothers namely, Brs Preetham Mendonca, Salvadon D’Cunha,
Ravi Rajesh Sarrao and John Zodusangha as they were going for the villages for
the social work experience, they paid a short visit to school. during the
assembly Deacon Br.Ravi Rajesh Sarrao addressed the student and encouraged them
to study well. To be happy in life he gave them only one short mantra to
remember, “Study when you have to study, play when you have to play, eat when
you have to eat, sleep when you have to sleep.” 
We
the students of SQUAD WILLIAM SHAKESPEARE formed the assembly in curve shape. We
had lot of articles on the theme change. On Monday we spoke about how to change
our relationship. On Wednesday our SQUAD member Jateen sang a song on change
which was prepared by his own thinking. On Thursday also we spoke on topic
change. And on Saturday we performed a skit on change. On everyday we would
change the SPL .The message which we gave from that skit is that our will power
to do any thing should be strong.
St.
Francis of Assisi School had witnessed a rare opportunity to hold the Taluka
level Pratibha Karanji. Honorable MLA Sri Ganesh Hukkeri and the education
department organized this great event at Assisi school. The DDPI sri Mannikeri
speaking on the hailed, our school as having every facility that a good school
requires. The BEO sri Mekanmaradi and several other authorities were extremely
happy with the infrastructure and the facilities provides for the students. The
main news appeared in all dailies on the next day.
Without
children what would the world be !
"
Set the world on fire with your dreams and use the flame to light a Birthday
candle" The assisians were exuberantly happy to celebrate the wonderful life of
Fr. Jason, the Vice Principal. The day was began with wishing him a happy
prosperous life with a song followed by cutting of a cake. Fr. Richard the
principle greeted him with a beautiful words of appreciation. 
Assisi
School,Chikodi
The traditional play of Navaratri Dandiya was played in our school on the last
day of our exam which was on 30th of September, 2014. All the children came with
their traditional dresses and after their exam in the afternoon they had a good
bath in the natural made pond which is having plenty of water due to good rains.
Later the students along with their teachers put beautiful steps while beating
their dandiyas for the melodious music. 
The decennial promise of a bore well for sufficient water for the students of
Assisi School was realized by the goodwill of the honorable MLA Sri. Ganesh
Hukkeri. He came to the school site along with the TMC members and congress
leaders and performed the Puja for the bore well point. The Prime Minister of
the school Miss. Sakshi Shaha read out the report requesting a session with the
MLA in the coming days. 
A session was conducted by Captain C.S Anand on 30th of August this year to
class 9 and 10 students. The session began at 9:45 a.m. Many success stories of
great personalities were narrated including the one of O.J Simpson, CEO of
Infosys Mr. Narayan Murthy and some others too. He gave success secrets to
practice.
Our mothers are of great treasure beyond any measure. With this beautiful
thoughts in mind we honored Mother Mary with beautiful prayer service and the
children had a flower show competition. All the flowers were offered to Mother
Mary and the Hymn ‘Ave, Ave, Ave Maria’ was sung by the teachers with great
devotion. The catholic teachers along with the Frs and Srs were seated on the
dais and celebrated the day honoring Mother Mary.
The teachers day celebration was held on sep 5th in St.Francis of Assisi school.
Teachers were marveled and lighted up with happiness at the well organized
program me and games, colourful decoration of stage, delicious cake and the
beautiful gifts by the prime minister Sakshi from class X and the students body.
Everyone could witness the greatest potential exhibited by the students. The
accuracy, the fluency and the flexibility of the students in organizing this
great day shows their love towards the teachers. 
The visit of the provincial sr.Lindal Fabian and the secretory sr.Daisy, the
Augustinian missionary sisters on 31st of August brought joy to everyone.
Fr.richard the principal welcomed the sisters heartily with a bouquet of flowers
and thanked the sisters for their collaboration to the growth of the school.
Sr. Linda was invited to give message. 
Every religion shows us the way to reach that goal of attaining happiness with
God. Keeping these thoughts in mind we celebrated Ganesh chaturthi with great
Joy and happiness. Children sang Ganapati Mantra and many other songs depicting
the qualities of Lord Vinayak. Fr. Richie Quadros the Principal wished all the
students on the occasion of the feast of Lord Ganesh. 
St. Francis of Assisi School wishes Happy teachers' day to all the teachers of
the Capuchin Education Board. Thanks for being a wonderful teacher to our kids.
Fancy
dress is all about innovations, colorful costumes and fun. It was held an 16th
and 24th of August . it gave a great opportunity to showcase their favorite
personalities and to be immersed with their character. Sr. Bridgita, Regina and
Subhash and Sahita were as a judge and their faces were excited with an
admiration of the students competitive spirit.
Raksha Bhandan is a most delightful festival celebrated in every past of our
country. On 10th August 2014 St.Francis of Assisi School students in Chikodi got
a special occasion to cherish their moments of brotherly love by tying of sacred
thread on their brothers wrist as well as making an arathi which is symbolic way
of representing that “My brother you live for ever with abundance of graces and
good health. Our students faces were lighted up with joy. What a wonderful day
it was !.
The 68th Independence Day was celebrated with great patriotic feelings and
celebrative mood. The National flag was hoisted at 8 a.m by Dr. Sudhir Patil
along with the Principal Fr. Richie Quadros, Fr. Jason and Master Pranav Bellad.
The march past by the students was stupendous and mind blowing. The cultural
programmes along with the speeches of the students in different languages were
very colorful and feast for the eyes to enjoy.
Mr.Simon
who was working in the school as support staff for the bus had to say good bye
and proceed to Assam to be with his family. A cordial send off was accorded to
him by the staff and students. simple Simon has become the darling uncle of
every child with his delicate smile. Sr.Josphine conducted the send off
formalities with a shawl, momento and precious gift. Simon in his farewell
speech requested the children to explore and go higher. It was a memorable human
touch seeing him so tender and loving.
We
are again here to wish and celebrate our Muslim brethren Id Mubarak on the
occasion of Ramzan. A beautiful exchange of peace was organized in the
auditorium on this occasion. Kum. Aliya Pathan gave a beautiful message on
Ramzan. Fr. Richie wished the Muslim teachers by offering flowers and conveyed
his festal greetings to all students. Ms. Nazarine Nadaf and Mrs. Nazma
organized the festal celebration. God bless one and all on this great feast of
our muslim brethren.
This year we have introduced unique way of working of various clubs in the
school to create interest in every child towards the all round development of
the personality. Each clubs like Maths club, English club, Social & Science
club, Hindi & Kannada club, information and broadcasting clubs chalked out their
weekly programmes for various classes keeping their interests. The club
activities are held on Saturday during the 5th hour regularly for 45 minutes. 
Teachers
need to be learners, with this mind one day upgrading seminar was
conducted for the teachers by Fr. Peter CssR. Teaching methods for the
21st century was the topic dealt with and thanks for being a teacher was
the gratitude shown by the students by conducting classes systematically
thus allowing the teachers to be free to attend the seminar. Teachers in
return forgot themselves and became like little children dancing and
singing the melodies.
Echoes
of the Karate master was resonating in the Auditorium of Assisi on
Saturday 26th July as we inaugurated the Activity world. Rev. Fr. Robin
Victor D’Souza, the administrator of the Province inaugurated the
Activity world by lighting the lamp. Along with him, Fr. Veerus Concesso,
Fr. Jason Fernandes, Sr. Josphine, Mr. Prabhakar and Fr. Richie Quadros,
the Principal beautified the dais. The chief Guest Fr. Robin was
heartily welcomed by Fr. Richie and all other prominent dignitaries were
cordially welcomed.
A
day of seminar on ’ how to become a star’ was conducted by
Fr. Peter CssR gave a thumping boost for the students of 1st
Std to 4th Std. Each one need to be a star in our own level
and that star should shine brightly during day and night
thus focusing everything that is helping one another to
reach our set goal. Children made melodies and presented
beautiful reports through their group discussions. “Enadaru
munde saagu Nee”, was the great message as hummed by every
child as they returned to their houses happily.
You
are precious to me was the slogan shining on the backdrop and on the
lips of teachers and students. Principal’s Birthday was celebrated on
5th of July. The students welcomed the principal from the gate and the
wishing ceremony was held during the assembly. The staff and students
sang melodiously and wished Fr.Richie increasing the glamour of the
celebration. All had the sweet cake to taste. The fathers, sisters and
the staff had the fellowship meal together.
Two days seminar by Fr. Peter CSSR was held for the students of 5 th std
to 10 th std. Personality development, managing the stress, innovative
ways of studying with the positive attitude was dealt during the seminar
Video presentation was held.’ Who am I’ was the major theme which was
running throughout the seminar. Group session, Presentation and activity
mode were used in order to instill in students. 
The
little minds are sharp and shrewd. They can explore the whole system of
the society. Keeping this in mind the parliament of St.Francis of Assisi
school was inaugurated during the morning assembly. Kumari.Sakshi Shah
was sworn in as the prime minister and Kumari.Namrata and Master.
Shabbir as the deputy prime minister of the school. 
“Education
is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world.”
Nelson Mandela heading towards a powerful change we began the new
academic year with a prayer service. The students were called to light
the lamp. Speaking on the occasion Fr. Richie, the principal called upon
the students to dream great things and do great things. 
Every
beginning has a beautiful ending, with this in mind to begin
the new academic year. We had a get together of the parents
on 31st may 2014. The old and new parents were introduced to
one another. An hour session on parent, teacher coordination
was conducted by Rev.Fr.Arun Lobo. It was very effective and
gave a right note for the new beginning.
Assisi school attracts and welcomes one and all
Life is a great celebration,so enjoy it - St. Francis of Assisi School Chikodi
Tiny tots at their
best........... St. Francis of Assisi School Chikodi
Farewell our dear jewels, go and be the light of the world
Cancer Awareness Program at St.Francis of Assisi School Chikodi
Decennial Celebration at Saint Francis of Assisi School,Chikodi
Santa at Assisi School Chikodi
during the Christmas celebration.
Sports Day celebrated at St.Francis of Assisi School Chikodi
Children Fest Celebrated at St. Francis of Assisi School Chikodi
Sr.Rachail's Visit to St.Francis of Assisi School Chikodi
Karnataka Rajyotsava Celebrated at St.Francis of Assisi School Chikodi
Magic Show held at St.Francis of Assisi School Chikodi
Quiz
competition held at St.Francis of Assisi School, Chikodi
Fancy
dress competition @ Assisi school Chikodi 
Children day celebrated @
Assisi school Chikodi 
Diwali celebration of Assisi School Chikodi
Football tournament
Assisi School Chikodi: 
Treasure hunt activity @ St. Francis of Assisi School
Celebration of Life with activities at Assisi School, Chikodi
Training
Program for Teachers & Students at Assisi, Chikodi
