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History Of St. Kevin’s:
St.Kevin’s A.I. High School formerly known as St.Peters School has its humble beginnings in the premises of Mater Dolorosa Church under the auspices of Mrs. Clement Nicholas the then H.M. The strength was a mere 55 A.I. boys and girls.
The Presentation Sisters had made their presence felt in Madras since 1842. In 1904 the Presentation Sisters in George Town were requested by Archbishop Colgan to open a house in Royapuram and take over the running of the school.
Needless to mention that the hurdles and obstacles were numerous, as it usually the case in all new ventures but these Irish sisters with their grit and determination turned “Every obstacle into a Challenge” and stood tall above all. The Archbishop Dr. Colgan and his great friend Rev. Fr. Sewell, the Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Hood and the Director of Public Instruction Mr. Stone need special commendation as it was they, who gave the Sisters the necessary encouragement and helped their “Dream become a Reality”.
St. Peters School was re-named Presentation Convent School in 1905. the children received an all round training with special emphasis on Religious and Moral Instruction. Regular religious instructions are given top priority in today’s curriculum too. This helps our students to draw their ‘Circle of Life’ with God as their centre.
Our school was re-located in a 2 storeyed building on Arathoon Road. As a number of students increased, the space was inadequate to accommodate them. Then came the Divine intervention two adjoining buildings were for sale the homes of Rev. M. Markby and Mr. Feroze. These grounds were purchased and from then on the Pioneering figures did not look back. The numerical strength continued to grow and the school reached Standard VII; when the children appeared for the Middle School Public Exam. The Infant school was erected on the Southern Side.
‘A healthy body in a sound mind’ was the motto even at this early stage. Healthy competitions were conducted in Basket Ball, Throw Ball and Badminton. In 1930, the Silver Jubilee year of the school brought about another change in its name; and we came to be known as St.Kevin European school; after a very popular Irish saint St.Kevin. three years later we were known as St.Kevin’s Girls School. In 1962 the school was updated to the standard of a High School and came to be known by its present name – St.Kevin’s Anglo-Indian High School. In 1970 we were conferred the title “Best school in Royapuram” and awarded a trophy.
As our school grew from strength to strength verandahs had to be extended, outhouses demolished and building reconstructed. In 1963 a building was constructed along the west side of the school campus where a long corridor once ran. In 1986 the infant school was demolished and in its place now stands a construction with 6 classrooms on the ground floor, 4 classroms and a laboratory on the first floor and six classrooms on the second floor.
If this buildings could speak it would speak volumes of the effort made by Management, Parents and Teachers who conducted Raffles, Sponsor walks, FunFair and Cultural Programme to collect the enormous amount needed. The original two stroyed building on the Northern side had long been condemned: and so in 1987 it was demolished; and the present stage was constructed. The latest addition to our school construction came in 1989 when the building on the west side was extended.
Vision Of St. Kevin’s:
We the Presentation sisters and teachers commit ourselves to the vision and mission of Jesus walking in the footsteps of Nano Nagle. We seek to do this through a spirituality of being in communion that seeks God in the interconnectedness of the whole of creation and promotes active love for God, self, others, the universe and the entire cosmos, thus helping the students “to be” integrated beings.
Values in Action – Nurturing Hearts, Minds and Character
At St. Kevin’s Anglo-Indian Higher Secondary School, we believe that education goes beyond academic excellence. Our aim is to nurture responsible, compassionate, confident and well-rounded individuals who are prepared to face life’s challenges with wisdom, integrity and a spirit of service.
Our Key Initiatives :
• Value-Based Education.
• Parent Seminars and Orientation Programmes.
• Life Skills Development.
• Counselling and Emotional Well-being.
• Yoga and Mindfulness Sessions.
• Outreach and Community Service Programmes.
• Leadership Training Programmes.
• Shaping Tomorrow’s Responsible Citizens.
At St. Kevin’s, every activity is an opportunity to learn, grow and make a difference. By integrating values, life skills, emotional well-being, leadership and service into school life, we endeavour to shape not only successful students but also good human beings who will contribute positively to their families, communities and the wider world.
Inspired by the life and mission of Venerable Nano Nagle, the Foundress of the Presentation Sisters, we strive to carry her spirit of love, compassion, service and commitment to education to the world. Her legacy inspires us to reach out to the less privileged, stand beside those in need and nurture young minds to become compassionate, responsible and service-minded individuals.
Guided by Nano Nagle’s enduring vision and the Presentation spirit of “Not Words, but Deeds,” we aspire to shape a generation that spreads kindness, upholds justice, serves humanity and carries the light of love and hope wherever they go.
Carrying Venerable Nano Nagle’s Light to the World — Inspiring Hearts, Transforming Lives.
