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Dear Staff, Students, Parents and well wishers,

I am extremely happy to witness a lot of growth and development in our school. Our school has

taken a great leap in the quality of education. The school calls for an applaud. It has navigated its

way towards technology. Teachers and students are empowered with skills and understanding to

thrive in an interactive and information rich learning environment through enhanced technology.

We are also blessed with an amazing and dedicated faculty.

I express my gratitude to our teachers, Ms. Marian Misquitta, Mr.T.P. Singh and Ms. Celestine

Pinto who have retired this year. I wish you all fruitful years of retired life. I also express my

heartfelt congratulations to our Silver jubilarians, Ms. Sible Furtado and Ms. Loretta Pinto. They

are to be commended for their zeal, commitment and dedicated service to our institution.

I encourage all our teachers and the staff to continue working hard for the growth of our school.

We need to take special care of all the weaker students and the poor and equip them with learning

skills and support them financially.

I wish you successful service in your forthcoming years. I express my heartfelt gratitude for all

your support and love during the last six years of my service as a manager of Cardinal Gracias High

school. Special thanks to all the members of the Gracian Family. May God in His goodness bless

you and be with you and your families.

With Prayerful support and Love,

Rev. Fr. Xavier Amirtham O.Praem

MANAGER

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Manager’s Message

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We express our gratitude to our Manager, Rev. Fr. Xavier Amirtham and our Principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas

who have enlightened us with their invaluable messages, the pearls of wisdom. I take this opportunity to

thank those who have contributed in various ways to this school bulletin.

A great philosopher, Dr. John G. Hibben said, "Education is the ability to meet life's situation." Indeed life is

a mystery in every possible facet. Our life is certainly incomplete without the fulfillment of our dreams or the

gain of success. This is possible by letting education elucidate our life. Only education enables us to write our

successful story. We have every God-given prerogative to make our lives bewitching and splendid in the fields

we wish to specialize in. Well, our school hosts a range of activities showcasing brilliantly the diversity of

talent. It gives us immense pleasure to see our students burgeon into responsible citizens and climb the ladder

of success. Children, what we wish for you today is to progress in life with love, hope and optimism.

Hope makes life worth living

Welcome each day with a smile

Sorrows and Joys, Failures and successes

What is life without its countless trials?

So, sit back and relax as you cruise through the pages filled with fun-loving poems, jokes, riddles and many

more. The images and pictures of treasured moments are for your delight.

Ms. Loretta Pinto

FROM THE EDITOR'S DESK

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Another vibrant academic year with its academic, co-curricular and extracurricular activities is

coming to a close. The new uniforms added colour to the school; the Educomp Smart Boards have

made the teaching and learning process easier. I acknowledge and thank the Manager,

Rev. Fr. Xavier Amirtham, the teaching and non-teaching staff, the parents, the PTA, the retired

teachers and the Gracian Alumni for their support to the Gracian family. I express my gratitude

to the retired teachers, Ms. Marian Misquitta, Mr.T.P. Singh and Ms. Celestine Pinto and our

Silver jubilarians, Ms. Sible Furtado and Ms. Loretta Pinto for their dedicated service.

The biggest challenge of the teachers and parents in the modern age is the task of handling the

growing indiscipline of the students. Let us be pro-active, alert and realise the fact that students

are easily influenced by the ill effects of modern technology and communication media. They are

also influenced by parents, elders, teachers and peer group. Proper measures have to be taken

from early childhood itself because character formation begins from infancy. Indiscipline

results in low academic performance too. Since parents are the first teachers, their way of life

has a tremendous influence on the character formation of children. Parenting is an art. We need

to guide children at a tender age to develop good value system, form good habits and provide a

proper academic foundation.

Teachers need to continue to motivate and influence children. According to Henry

Adams "A teacher affects eternity, he can never tell where his influence stops".

My dear children, with the proliferation of modern equipments and explosion of knowledge you

are bombarded with too many stimuli from all sides. Don't get carried away by wrong values

because you are precious to your parents and to the school. Make our school and parents proud, as

this year's academic theme goes "Be Smart and Grow Smart".

I wish the outgoing S.S.C. batch, best of luck for the exams for future studies and for a good

career. God bless you all abundantly.

Rev.Fr. Sabu Thomas O.Praem

Principal

The tremendous energy of children needs to be positively channeled

into various extra-curricular activities like sports and games, dance, music, art and craft, martial

arts and so on.

Principal's Message

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Cardinal Gracias High School is an esteemed institution in Bandra East which specially

caters to the all round development of the personality of students. There has been a

steady growth in the number of students. Our school has a qualified and experienced

faculty. It gives exposure to the students in Art, Theatre, Sports and the like. To evoke

the blessings and inculcate the spirit of gratitude towards the Lord, prayer services on

festivals and special prayer services are conducted every morning as per instructions

from Education Department and ABE. The Education Department organizes monthly

training programmes to upgrade the teachers with the new pattern of teaching

technique, evaluation tools and remedial teaching for the betterment of the students.

We strongly deem that the future of our country depends on the quality of education,

which our children receive in school. We accomplish our toil by providing the best tools to

our students who are the future nation builders. Knowledge is imparted through Edu -

comp digital teaching system, a user-friendly and innovative audio-visual aid which makes

the teaching-learning process more interesting. We have brought a new dimension to our

library. Our newly renovated library is well- ventilated and spacious with various

knowledge books for the enrichment and development of the students and staff.

The Management and staff as leaders work together to encourage and direct students to

address the numerous challenges of this world with sincerity, integrity and respect.

They have been working zealously to fulfill the dream of educating children. Opportunity

is given to every individual. Every promise is fulfilled with one goal to make our students

'Grow Smart & Be Smart'. Our students leave our portals with great convictions which

help them to stand tall in both personal and professional spheres. The scores of

professionals in the field of education, medicine, technology, law, entertainment, etc.

stand testimony to the thorough grounding they received in our school.

Scholastic theme:

GROW SMART, BE SMART

Editors:

Ms. Loretta Pinto (Secondary)

Ms. Veronica Fernandes (Primary)

Ms. Cheryl Fonseca (Pre-primary)

Whole-hearted thanks to

Ms. Daya Shingre (Hindi & Marathi)

Mr. Grish Gawade

Ms. Albina D'silva

Cover Page: Mr. Prashant Kadam

Publishers: Manager - Rev. Fr. Xavier Amirtham, O. Praem

Principal - Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas, O. Praem

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SSC Results March 2012

Overall Percentage: 98%

Distinction - 68

First class - 100

Second class - 84

Pass class - 06

Top rankers:1st Mst. Yashodhan Morye 94.36%

2nd Miss Dipti Shetty 94.00%

3rd Miss Shrilekha Salian 92.00%

Highest in various subjects:English: Miss Dipti Shetty - 90

Marathi: Miss Shrilekha Salian - 91

Hindi: Mst. Yashodhan Morye - 90

Miss Dipti Shetty - 90

Maths: Mst. Yashodhan Morye - 147

Science: Mst. Yashodhan Morye - 98

Social

Studies: Mst. Yashodhan Morye - 96

Dates to Remember

SECONDARY

RESULTS:

30th April, 2013 - 7:30 to 8:30 am

REOPENING:

15th June, 2013

PRIMARY

RESULTS:

30th April, 2013 - 1:00 to 3:00 pm

REOPENING

15th June, 2013 - 1 PM

PRE-PRIMARY:

RESULTS:

13th April, 2013 - 1: 15 to 3:00 pm

REOPENING

17th June, 2013

EditorialTeam

15th June, 2012

The staff meeting for the academic year

2012-2013 was held at 1:00 pm. Rev. Fr. Xavier

Amirtham and Rev. Fr. Joseph Parachalil were

present at the meeting. Our Co-ordinator,

Rev. Fr. Joseph had a discussion on important

points to be kept in mind while dealing with

children. The meeting concluded with snacks

and soft drinks.

13th July, 2012

The birthday of our Co-ordinator,

Rev. Fr. Joseph was celebrated. Our staff

presented him with a bouquet of flowers and

a birthday card.

15th August, 2012

Children coloured the National Flag as a class

activity and the teacher explained the

significance of the National Flag to them.

5th September, 2012

Teacher's Day was celebrated with a

sumptuous lunch and fun filled games. The

teachers were given a lovely gift.

21st September, 2012

We celebrated the birthday of our Principal,

Rev. Fr. Xavier Amirtham. Our young and

talented teachers presented a lovely dance.

This was followed by a delicious lunch.

7th November, 2012

Drawing Competition was

conducted where we saw

budding artists put out their

best on paper.

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Gracian Chronicles

ST. NORBERT NURSERY AND KINDERGARTENThe winners:

Jr. K.G. A Jr. K.G. B

Miss Riddhi Mst.

Mst. Ayush Kamble Miss Kausar Shetty

Mst. Vineet Dedhia Mst. Zahid Shaikh

Miss Mahima Singh Miss Shravni Ambarle

Miss Hansita Pandhere

Jr. K.G. C Jr. K.G. D

Mst. Shrish Shetty Mst. Atharv Mane

Mst. Madhur Walawalkar Miss Sai Bhagat

Miss Jui Vilankar Miss Sharyu Chikke

Miss Ananya Yadav

Jr. K.G. E Miss Dinaaz Choudhary

Miss Navya Selvan

10th November, 2012

Children's Day was

c e l e b r a t e d i n a

different manner this year. Our little ones

danced and sang on stage and everyone

enjoyed the programme. The children were

given a packet of chocolate biscuits and

Cadbury chocolate. They were also given a

coloring activity book.

19th December, 2012

Children had a lovely get-together where

they had a lot of fun and enjoyed meeting

Santa Claus who came around wishing them 'A

Happy Christmas'. All the children received a

gift and a packet of sweets.

21st December, 2012

A Chr istmas Party was

organized for the staff. The

teachers had delicious snacks

and were given a Christmas gift.

Shukla Pratyush Kedar

FANCY DRESS COMPETITION Winners

NURSERY

1st: Miss Deepika Paudel Nursery C

2nd: Miss Kalpita Patade Nursery B

3rd: Miss Mehwish Fatma A. Nursery B

Mst. Pranav Harmalkar Nursery C

Consolation Prizes:

Miss Shravani Salunkhe Nursery A

Miss Harshita Bagoria Nursery A

Miss Arbiya Shaikh Nursery B

Miss Pratiksha Singh Nursery C

Miss Samiksha Shirke Nursery C

Miss Isha Pawar Nursery D

Mst. Allen Sanal Nursery D

Miss Agnes D'souza Nursery D

Jr. K.G.

1st: Mst. Sanskar Sabban Jr. K.G. E

2nd: Miss Samruddhi Parsekar Jr. K.G. C

3rd: Mst. Avanish Redekar Jr. K.G. D

Miss Meghna Poojari Jr. K.G. C

Consolation Prizes:

Mst. Shorya Londe Jr. K.G. E

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Miss Susanna Koyya Jr. K.G. A

Miss Manyata Kshirsagar Jr. K.G. E

Miss Savree Pawar Jr. K.G. C

Miss Janhavi Jajoo Jr. K.G. A

Miss Aarya Paynaik Jr. K.G. A

Miss Urvee Choudhari Jr. K.G. B

Sr. K.G.

1st: Miss Monisha Varma Sr. K.G. A

2nd: Miss Riya Dubey Sr. K.G. C

3rd: Miss Tanishka Bhole Sr. K.G. C

Miss Sachi Shirke Sr. K.G. B

Consolation Prizes :

Miss Tanya Jadhav Sr. K.G. E

Mst. Samar Rane Sr. K.G. D

Mst. Danish Shaikh Sr. K.G. C

Miss Niharika Sharma Sr. K.G. D

Miss Gauri Vilankar Sr. K.G. A

Mst. Parth Pawar Sr. K.G. D

1. JOURNAL is a diary that tells about 'Journey for a day' during each day's business.

2. TIPS come from 'To Insure Prompt Service'. In olden days to get Prompt service from servants in an inn, travelers used to drop coins in a Box on which was written 'To Insure Prompt Service'. This gave rise to the custom of Tips.

3. JEEP is a vehicle with unique Gear system. It was invented during World War II (1939-1945). It was named 'General Purpose Vehicle (GP)'.GP was changed into JEEP later.

4. The name of all the continents end with the same letter that they start with.

5. The "sixth sick sheik's sixth sheep's sick" is said to be the toughest tongue twister in the English language.

DO U Know.??

6. Each king in a deck of playing cards represents a great king from history.

>> Spades - King David

>> Clubs - Alexander the Great,

>> Hearts - Charlemagne

>> Diamonds - Julius Caesar.

7. A crocodile cannot stick its tongue out.

8. Elephants are the only animals that can't jump.

9. Rats multiply so quickly that in 18 months, two rats could have over million descendants.

10. If you sneeze too hard, you can fracture a rib. If you try to suppress a sneeze, you can rupture a blood vessel in your head or neck and die.

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PRIMARY EVENTSSchool Re-opens:

School re-opened for

the academic year

2012-13 on 13th June

with a special prayer service, "Welcome back

to school" by our Principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu

Thomas and our Head Teacher, Ms. Sarita

Mehta.

P.T.A. General Body Meeting:

P.T.A. General Body Meeting was held on 14th

July, 2012. The elected parents from each

class attended the meeting and were

informed about the new teaching technique

i.e. Educomp smartclass and the child's

progress in school.

A Special Parent - Teacher Meeting:

On 23rd July, 2012 all the

parents had a meeting with

their respective class

teacher, wherein the

teacher discussed about

new uniforms, Educomp

smart class and discipline in school.

Orientation for Teachers:

On 28th July, 2012 an orientation programme

for all the teachers was conducted by

Fr. Glenford Lowe & Mr. Rochwyn Fernandes

from AVEC, Don Bosco, Matunga.

Teachers' Day Celebration:

On 5th September, 2012 the

students presented a variety

entertainment programme in

the school auditorium to

felicitate their teachers. Later the teaching

and non-teaching staff had a get-together

comprising games, gifts and a sumptuous meal.

Manager's Day Celebration:

On 21st September, 2012 the birthday of our

Manager, Rev. Fr. Xavier Amirtham was

celebrated. There was a staff get-together

and later the children presented an

entertainment programme.

Sports Day:

The Annual Sports Meet was held on 7th

November, 2012. The Chief Guest was

Mr. Roy Pereira, an alumnus and general

manager in Hindustan Times. The Sports Day

began with the march past. Each standard

held a slogan and marched to the

accompaniment of the school band.

Children's Day:

This day was celebrated

on 9th Nov, 2012 with

great enthusiasm. The

teachers organized an

entertainment programme for the children.

Annual Day:

The Annual Day on 19th Dec, 2012 was held in

the school auditorium. The Chief Guests,

Dr. Arjun Panikar, an alumnus and his wife

Dr. Boskey Panikar, both dental surgeons

graced the occasion. The colourful dances

based on the theme 'CO-OPERATION

LEADS TO HAPPINESS 'delighted the

audience. Dr. Boskey Panikar gave away the

certificates, prizes and scholarship awards

to the rank holders of 2011- 12. Dr. Arjun

Panikar expressed his gratitude towards all

the teachers and the institution.

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Mrs. Felciana Crasta joined our

institution in June 1989 and completed 23

years of dedicated service. A teacher

with a smiling face and a role model

for students, she gave her all in moulding

and nurturing students academically,

spiritually and morally. Her technique of

teaching boosted the confidence and

morale of many academically weak

students. Her valued contribution to the

institution as well as students will always

be remembered. The Gracian family

wishes you a very happy retired life. May

God always keep you in good health and

care.

AdieuChristmas Celebration:

On 21st December, 2012

the staff had a get-

together with Christmas

carols, tableau, dance,

singing and games. The

entire Gracian family along

with the retired staff enjoyed the

programme. This was followed by brunch and

a gift from the management. Later the prayer

service conveyed the Christmas message of

love, peace and joy.

Children's Picnic:

On 31st January, 2013

the children were taken

to Royal Garden at

Dahisar. The children

had great fun and enjoyed themselves.

Staff Picnic:

The entire Gracian family went for a picnic to

Greenland Resort, Virar (W) on 6th February,

2013, to relax after the hectic schedule of

school activities.

Dental Check up:

On 8th February, 2013 a

d e n t a l c h e c k u p w a s

organized for the students

of Std III & IV. Dr. Arjun

Panikar gave a talk on the

importance of taking care of

teeth and the proper method of brushing

teeth. We are thankful to Dr. Arjun Panikar,

Dr. Boskey Panikar and the entire team of

SMILE INVENT.

PTA Executive Body Meeting:

The PTA Executive Body meeting was

conducted on 9th Feb, 2013.

Ms. Wilina D'souza

wedded toMr. Runal Gonsalves

Wedding Bells

Ms. Keerthi Suvarna

Wedded toMr. Suraj Kotian

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Talents Tapped...Paper Plate Creativity : Winners

Std I A

Mst. Jay Baile

Miss Lavanya Ronge

Mst. Parth More

Std I B

Miss Arya Gore

Mst. Neel Ojha

Miss Preeti Dharne

Std I C

Mst. Rocky Chakkiath

Miss Gunjan Nandvikar

Mst. Sanskar Gadhari

Std I D

Miss Rajshree Gupta

Mst. Miheer Chaudhari

Miss Tanishka More

Std I E

Miss

Mst. Siddesh Vishwakarma

Miss Janice Fernandes

Std I F

Mst. Maulya Pachare

Miss Sabena Shaikh

Miss Tanvi Devrukhkar

Std II A

Mst. Swaraj Shetty

Mst. Shawn Pinto

Mst. Ujwal Bangera

Std II B

Mst. Yash Vishwakarma

Miss Riddhi Panchal

Miss Kalpita Panchal

Akshi Arde

Std II C

Mst. Ankushraj Gupta

Miss Swani Chavan

Mst. Ayush Singh

Std II D

Miss Deepti Bhalerao

Mst. Vidhish Amin

Mst. Swayam Pawar

Std II E

Mst. Nikesh Singh

Mst. Shravan Shetty

Mst. Mohit Badsiwal

Std II F

Miss Netrali Patil

Mst. Vedant Kad

Mst. Alok Giri

Std III A

Miss

Miss Simran Pawar

Miss Rutuja Kumavat

Std III B

Miss Anushka Hirloskar

Miss Iqra Shaikh

Mst. Junaid Shaikh

Std III C

Miss Abhishri Poojary

Mst. Yash Karpe

Mst. Akshay Karipatka

Std III D

Mst. Sambhav Pednekar

Mst. Awes Sayyed

Mst. Tauheed Shah

Sakshi Thorbole

Poster making Competition : Winners

Std IV C

Mst. Allan Fernandes

Mst. Ronit Sawle

Miss Shreya Kotian.

Std IV D

Miss Priya Gupta

Mst. Nigel Sequeira

Miss Meghna Amin

Std IV E

Miss Neha Poojari

Mst. Harshith Poojary

Mst. Shantanu Jadhav

Std IV F

Miss Komal Jadhav

Miss Aditi Gupta

Miss Sakshi Rane

Std III E

Miss

Mst. Joysil Peyyala

Miss Aryaa Pawar

Std III F

Miss Anushka Desai

Miss Shreya Chawale

Mst. Rohit Pednekar

Std IV A

Mst. Shravan Patil

Miss Vishaka Dayma

Miss Mimansha Patel

Std IV B

Miss Krutika Raut

Miss Zara Shaikh

Miss Sakshi Shiriskar

Priyanka Biswas

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Std I A

Mst. Winston D'souza

Miss Rochelle Mitra

Mst. Sai Kudav

Std I B

Mst. Neel Ojha

Mst. Ronak Jadhav

Mst. Samyak Bansode

Std I C

Miss Gunjan Nandvikar

Miss Sanchita More

Mst. Sanskar Gadhari

Std I D

Mst. Raj Sawant

Miss Shifa Shaikh

Miss Alina Sayyed

Std I E

Mst. Mayur Dayam

Miss Chetna Pillai

Mst. Omkar Kadam

Std I F

Mst. Leon Rosari

Mst. Moulya Prachare

Miss Chetna Kulaye

Std II A

Miss Zhil Chouhan

Miss Bhumika Malekar

Mst. Ohysz Shaikh

Std II B

Mst. Adil Shaikh

Miss Krishma Sawle

Miss Mehek Shaikh

Std II C

Mst. Hasad Khan

Mst. Ayush Singh

Mst. Om Pednekar

Std II D

Mst. Saad Shaikh

Mst. Piyush Mishra

Miss Vidhisha Amin

Std II E

Mst. Rehan Shaikh

Mst. Varun Parab

Mst. Amit Pednekar

Std II F

Miss Aachal Upandhyan

Mst. Aryan Bandekar

Mst. Balkrishna Mayekar

Std III A

Miss Apurva Pawar

Miss Sakshi Thorbole

Miss Shifa Shaikh

Std III B

Miss Sakshi Vishwakarma

Miss Apurva Kuveskar

Mst. Parth Patil

Std III C

Mst. Pratham Kamble

Miss Sakshi Amin

Miss Prajal Thorat

Std III D

Mst. Sambhav Pednekar

Miss Shravani Parab

Miss Chanchal Gupta

Best out of Waste Competition : Winners

Std III E

Mst. Dheeraj Nalawade

Mst. Hitesh Chandanshive

Mst. Atharv Bhosale

Std III F

Mst. Devang Vichare

Miss Sanika Anbhule

Mst. Shubham Khade

Std IV A

Mst. Mandar Nalawade

Miss Shraddha Gurkhe

Miss Humaira Naik

Std IV B

Mst. Ashmit Bachhao

Mst. Piyush Zore

Mst. Anay Mahadik

Std IV C

Mst. Ronit Sawle

Miss Madhushreeya Dhuri

Mst. Tabish Quershi

Std IV D

Miss Meghna Amin

Mst. Pratham Shetty

Miss Shashwata Rai

Std IV E

Miss Nausheen Ansari

Mst. Amey Sawant

Mst. Devang Bhaidkar

Std IV F

Miss Maithili Tambe

Mst. Vedant Munj

Miss Anirudda Karkera

Fancy Dress Competition : Winners

Std I

1st: Mst. Neel Ojha I B

Miss Urja Gupta I A

Mst. Jayesh Chauhan I E

2nd: Miss Anvi Srivastav I A

Std II

1st: Mst. Nishant Gaikwad II B

Mst. Saurabh Patel II F

2nd: Miss Saee Shikhare II D

3rd: Mst. Suraj Maru II E

Std III

1st: Miss Velisha Goveas III F

2nd: Miss Anushka Desai

3rd: Mst. Arbaz Shaikh

Std IV

1st: Miss Sakshi Shiriskar IV B

2nd: Mst. Jitesh Korgoankar IV B

3rd: Miss Shashvatha Rai

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Bal Kala Utsav 2012 :

A National Children's Festival of Dance,

Drama and Music organized in association

with Delhi Tamil Sangam awards

Talent Certificate awarded to:

1) Miss Mrunmayee Nagdive for

Bharatnatyam.

2) Miss Mrunmayee Nagdive &

Miss Natasha Bele for Semi Classical.

9th State Level UCMAS & Mental Arithmetic Competition :

1) Mst. Shravan Patil (IV A) - 1st Runner Up

in B-2 group.

2) Mst. Aryan Pashte (IV F) - 4th Runner up

in B-2 group.

Miss Rashi Harmalkar (Std IV E) stood 1st in

Limbu Timbu Children's singing competition

at State Level (6-9yrs) conducted by

Kalangan, singing competition organised by

Suresh Wadkar's Ajivasan Vasant for

Juniors & Best Performer Award in Ajivasan

Khoj Suronki (Maharashtra).

The Cockroach Theory for Self-development: Response Vs ReactionAt a restaurant, a cockroach suddenly flew from somewhere and sat on a lady. She started

screaming out of fear. With a panic stricken face and trembling voice, she started jumping, with

both her hands desperately trying to get rid of the cockroach.

Her reaction was contagious, as everyone in her group also got panicky. The lady finally managed to

push the cockroach away but ...it landed on another lady in the group.

Now, it was the turn of the other lady in the group to continue the drama.

The waitress rushed forward to their rescue. In the relay of throwing, the cockroach next fell

upon the waitress. The waitress stood firm, composed herself and observed the behaviour of the

cockroach on her dress. When she was confident enough, she grabbed it with her fingers and

threw it out of the restaurant.

Was the cockroach responsible for their histrionic behaviour?

If so, then why was the waitress not disturbed? She handled it to near perfection, without any

chaos. It is not the cockroach, but the inability of the ladies to handle the disturbance caused by

the cockroach that disturbed the ladies.

It is not the shouting of our parents, teacher or friends that disturbs us, but it's our inability to

handle the disturbances caused by their shouting that disturbs us.

It is not the traffic jams on the road that disturbs us, but our inability to handle the disturbance

caused by the traffic jam that disturbs us.

More than the problem, it's our reaction to the problem that creates chaos in our life.

Lessons learnt from the story:

We learn that we should not react in life. We should always respond. The women reacted, whereas

the waitress responded.

Reactions are always instinctive whereas responses are always well thought of, just and right to

save a situation from going out of hands, to avoid cracks in relationship, to avoid taking decisions in

anger, anxiety, stress or hurry.

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The school bids ADIEU !!!

Ms. Marian Misquitta joined

Cardinal Gracias High School

in 1978. She is a post-graduate

in Arts. She has been an

examiner and moderator in

English and Social Studies at the Mumbai Board

of Secondary and Higher Secondary Education.

She has headed the English and History Faculty

and has been the staff secretary. Her positive energy

and her unstinted faith in hard work elevated her to

the post of Vice- principal. Her love for the

institution helped to accept all responsibilities and

carry out all her tasks willingly. An optimistic

attitude is the secret behind her smile even during the

toughest storms. A personification of justice, joy,

laughter, consolation and friendship helped her

transform many students by counseling and

assisting them. Her years of constant dedication,

commitment and selfless service will be remembered

and cherished.

We hope each day is new, different and filled with

joy. May everyone around you be proud to be a

part of your world. May the lord bless you and your

family with good health and happiness and may

you spend quality time with them.

Mr. Tej Pratap Singh joined

Cardinal Gracias High School in

1985 in the secondary section. He

completed 27 years of service in this

institution. He is a graduate in

Hindi. He has been an examiner and moderator for

Hindi at the Mumbai Board of Secondary and Higher

Secondary Education. The secret of his success is a

combination of honesty, efficiency and a clear vision. It is

his firm belief that hard work is the key to success and

there is no substitute for hard work. His soft-spoken

nature reveals his inner peace. He has an endearing

personality and is an epitome of intrinsic values. ‘A man

of Few Words, But with a Heart of Gold’ is the apt way

in which we can describe our Sir T. P. Singh. His gentle

ways, understanding, patience and concern made him an

approachable teacher. He has been a great friend and

advisor to colleagues. We wish you a peaceful and happy

retired life.

Ms. Celestine Pinto joined Cardinal

Gracias High School in 1986. She is

a graduate in History. She has been

an examiner for History at the

Mumbai Board of Secondary and

Higher Secondary Education. She has headed the

History faculty. She has been in the discipline committee

for several years. She was the staff secretary of the

Secondary section and organized various activities and

get-togethers for the staff. She is approachable,

understanding, jovial and cheerful. She is a martinet. She

has the perfect blend of a steely exterior which shields her

soft heart. She doesn't mince her words. We wish you a

boundless measure of happiness and a happy retired life.

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New

Appointments NewAppointments

Ms. Kusum Pramod Ms. Hilda JustinVice-principal Supervisor

The Gracian Family

welcomes

Congratulations!

Silver Milestones

Mrs. Loretta Pinto has completed

25 years in this prestigious institution.

She worked in the Pre-primary section

from 1985 to 1988. She joined the

Secondary Section in 1990. She is a

graduate in Commerce and Arts and a

post graduate in Arts. Organising cultural activities for

various school events, directing skits, choreographing dances,

preparing students for speeches and debates both for school

and interschool competitions and successful anchoring has

been her forte. She was conferred with 'The Best Teacher

Award' in school in 2009. She has been an examiner at the

Mumbai Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary

Education since 2006. She has been the head of the Social

Studies faculty for a number of years and at present is the

head of the English faculty. She has conducted the Aids

Awareness Programme for the students. She is an alumna of

this school. She was the 'Alumni Co-ordinator' and in the

main Organizing Committee for the school's Golden Jubilee

celebration. She is the 'Editor' of the school bulletin

'Graciana'.

"To work with a Smile" is her motto. Caring, sharing and

understanding are her adorable qualities. We congratulate

you on the completion of 25 years of dedicated service in this

institution and wish you all the best in all your future

endeavours.

Mrs. Sybil Furtado, our Silver

Jubilarian joined Cardinal Gracias

High School in 1987. She has rendered

25 years of valuable and dedicated

service to this institution. She is a post

graduate in Hindi. She has been an

examiner for Hindi at the Mumbai Board of Secondary

and Higher Secondary Education. She heads the Hindi

faculty and is in the discipline committee. She is the staff

secretary and organizes various activities and get-together for

the staff. She is an open book. She does not hide her feelings or

cloak her disappointments. She is effusive in praise and

equally vocal in criticism. She is a great pillar to unsteady

hands and unwilling minds. Her congeniality and helpful

ways make her a comfortable person to have around.

We congratulate you on the completion of 25 years of

dedicated service in this institution.

We wish you good luck in all your future endeavours.

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Language Minister

13th June, 2012:

Yippee! Back to school

The school reopened with

a new theme and new

teaching methods with the

new Edu-comp system of learning and a

diverse academic year ahead. The school

building literally came alive with the joyful

voices of children meeting old friends and

making new ones.

15th - 23rd June, 2012:

Online admissions to Std XI were

successfully conducted.

20th June, 2012:

Address by Principal

Our principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas

addressed the students of Std X in the

school auditorium.

After a prayer song, Ms. Girija Kumar

highlighted the importance of discipline in

school, enumerated the general rules

regarding the school uniform and gave

information on the evaluation methods in

Maths and Science. Ms. Loretta Pinto gave an

insight into the evaluation methods in

Languages and Social Studies. Our principal,

in his address stressed the importance of

hard work in the achievement of success. He

encouraged the students to transcend all

barriers and emerge successful in their

Board Exams. He pointed out that success in

life is dependent on the realization of goals

and the journey to the goals is as important as

the achievement of goals. A meeting with a

similar agenda was held for the students of

Std IX on 22nd June, 2012.

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SECONDARY EVENTS27th June 2012:

Leaders in the Making -The Investiture Ceremony

To espouse confidence, the spirit of

democracy, development of leadership

qualities and a sense of responsibility, the

office bearers of the Students' Council

were formally initiated by our principal,

Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas and our Vice-principal

Ms. Marian Misquitta. The council members

solemnly promised to discharge their duties

conscientiously and sincerely. In his address,

the principal urged the students to be

humble and truthful in carrying out their

responsibilities.

4th July, 2012:

Interaction with Parents of STD X

After the prayer service, information on the

performance of students at the March S.S.C.

Board Exams 2012 was given by our Vice-

principal, Ms. Marian Misquitta, on evaluation

methods by our supervisor, Ms. Kusum

Pramod and inputs on discipline were given by

Ms. Girija Kumar. In his address, our

principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas, urged

parents to make the home environment

conducive for studying, to be good role

models, to convince children to reduce time

spent on watching television and spend quality

time with their children. A meeting with

similar agenda was conducted with parents of

std IX on 7th July, 2012.

16th July, 2012:

Inauguration of Interactive Smart board

Rt. Rev. Abt. Benzes Thomas inaugurated the

Edu-comp Digital Education System in our

15th August, 2012:

Independence Day

On 15th August, 2012 the

heart of every person swelled with pride as

the National Flag was hoisted to celebrate

the 66th Independence Day in our school.

The Tricolour was hoisted by our retired

Vice-principal, Ms. Marian Misquitta. The

flower of patriotism bloomed in the form of

songs and fancy dress competition on national

leaders. The melodious voice of the singers

accompanied by the rhythmic note of the

classical instruments engulfed the whole

auditorium with reverence for our

motherland. The Gracian family also bid

farewell to our dear Vice-principal,

Ms. Marian Misquitta.

5th September, 2012 :

Teachers' Day

‘The goal of education is the

pursuit of Truth for the

greater glory of God and

service of humanity.’

Our teachers have diligently devoted their

time to this endeavour and as a token of

appreciation, students organized a fun- filled

programme in their honour. After a colourful

cultural programme of song and dance, the

retiring teachers, Mr. T. P. Singh, Ms. Celestine

Pinto and the silver jubilarians, Ms. Sible

Furtado and Ms. Loretta Pinto were felicitated

with colourful bouquets after unveiling

beautiful facets of their personalities.

A delicious lunch and gifts by the management

was the finale to this beautiful occasion.

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school. In his address, our principal, Rev. Fr.

Sabu Thomas pointed out the benefits of

using the smart board in the teaching-

learning process. Rt. Rev. Abt. Benzes

Thomas in his address congratulated the

management and staff for introducing latest

technology in the school and improving the

quality of education.

28th July, 2012:

Teachers' Orientation Programme

Fr. Glenford Lowe and Mr. Rochwyn

Fernandes from AVEC conducted an

orientation programme for the secondary,

primary & pre-primary teachers on the topic

'Managing by values'.

Aids Awareness Programme

Std IX:

A simple cure for any disease such as AIDS in

addition to medicines is a strong support

from friends and family and a strong faith

and willpower. Many misconceptions are

prevalent and they can be disastrous. They

cause fear, dread and aversion for the

victims in society. It is important to eliminate

such delusions. Awareness is necessary. We

must make people realize that AIDS is not

contagious. It is caused due to various

reasons-blood transfusion, transmission

from infected mother to child and sharing of

razors by drug abusers. Spreading AIDS

awareness is the need of the hour. A general

acceptance in society will come with

awareness which will help people with AIDS

to lead better life.

Our team of teachers:

Ms. Loretta Pinto, Ms. Sheila Ajay,

Ms. Renuka Harmalkar, Mr. Satish Bansode,

Ms. Nita Noronha, Ms. Priya D'souza & Ms.

Annie Christopher

Chavan (Kherwadi Police Station) and guest of

honour, Inspector Mr. Tanaji Gaikwad

(Kherwadi Police Station) awarded the

winners in the prize distribution ceremony

amidst thunderous applause. Mr. Avdut

Chavan, in his address, pointed out that life is

not a problem to be solved but a gift to be

enjoyed. Sports are a part of this enjoyment.

Sports develop important qualities such as

unity and discipline which goes a long way in

building our life.

3rd November, 2012:

Children's Day ‘La Infancia’

It was a much awaited

event by the children.

What children enjoyed

the most was coming to

school in party clothes. No uniform!! No

books!! No study!! After being treated to ice-

cream, the children were thrilled to see their

teachers groove to the latest Bollywood

numbers during the cultural programme

specially organized for them. The first and

second rankers of std V-IX were awarded

certificates by the chief guest, Sr. Pearl Ann,

principal of Apostolic Carmel High School,

Bandra West. The fun-fair which followed

was buzzing with excitement and enjoyment.

It was truly a memorable day for the

children. The sparkle in their eyes and smile

on their faces said it all.

11th November, 2012:National Education Day

National Education Day was celebrated to

commemorate the birthday of Maulana Abdul

Kalam Azad with a meaningful prayer service.

He was an eminent educationist and the first

Union Minister of Education of independent

India.

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14th September:

Hindi Diwas

A prayer service was held on this day.

It highlighted the importance of Hindi in

today's globalised world. Its aim was to

inculcate the importance of the national

language among students.

21st September, 2012:

Manager's Day

As a befitting tribute to our Manager, Rev.

Fr. Xavier Amirtham, the students of the

Secondary and Primary section presented a

wonderful programme of song and dance. The

representatives of each class presented a

bouquet and a birthday card. The manager in

his message thanked the management, staff

and students for organizing a beautiful

programme in his honour. Then the prize

winners of various inter- house competitions

received their certificates. The programme

concluded with the school anthem. This was

followed by the felicitation of our manager by

the staff of the secondary, primary and pre-

primary section and a sumptuous lunch.

30th October & 1st November, 2012:

Annual Sports Meet

The Gracianites once again

proved their mettle during

the Annual Sports Meet.

Our principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu

Thomas declared the Annual Sports Meet

open. The participants rallied to register a

scintillating victory over their opponents.

The build- up to the final was exhilarating.

The champions were in a class of their own as

they cruised towards their championship.

The chief guest, Sr. Inspector, Mr. Avdut

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9th December, 2012 :

Interaction Programme with

Dr. A. P. J. Kalam

50 students of our school participated in an

Interaction programme with His Excellency

Dr. A. P. J Abdul Kalam, former President of

India on the occasion of the Sesquicentennial

celebrations of St. Stanislaus High School,

Bandra (W). 40 schools in all were present for

the address. The students were very much

enthused by his lexis on the topic 'Born for

Greater Things'.

15th December, 2012 :

Annual Day celebration -A Kaleidoscope of Talent

The chief guest, Mrs. Pratibha

G. Salian, Asst. Dy. Education

Inspector (West Zone) graced

the occasion. The Guests of Honour were

Mr. & Mrs. Suhas Morye, parents of first

ranker S.S.C. March, 2012, retired

Vice-principal, Ms. Marian Misquitta,

retired teachers, Mr. Tej Pratap Singh &

Ms. Celestine Pinto and silver jubilarians,

Ms. Sybil Furtado and Ms. Loretta Pinto.

The Annual Day saw an influx of enthusiastic

performances by the students. The

participants left no stone unturned to

impress the audience. The parents enjoyed

the show as their young stars took the stage

with an air of professional panache. The stage

was set afire with a multitude of dazzling and

beautifully choreographed dances that

embellished the talents of our students. The

skit on the 'Girl Child' drew everyone's

attention to the atrocities committed on girls

and focused on equal status and opportunities

to be accorded to them. The gradual

unfolding of multifarious activities was

presented by our principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu

Thomas through the school report. The

Christmas Tableau put everyone in a

Christmas spirit. Prizes were awarded to the

S.S.C. March, 2012 distinction holders, top

rankers, scholarship students from std V- X

for their proficiency in various subjects.

24th December, 2012:

Christmas Celebration cumRetired Teachers get-together

An exquisite programme was

held in the school auditorium to

celebrate Christmas. The

wonderful ambience created by the glorious

voices of the choir and skilful acting of the

performers of the Christmas Tableau pulled

everyone back in time as they relived the

first, wintry night when the carol, 'Silent

Night' was sung. It kept the audience

enthralled. Everyone felt a deep sense of love

and care and the realization of what

Christmas really meant. What followed was a

beautiful bonding between the retired and

the present staff as they enjoyed the

delicious brunch. It was a wonderful occasion

to show our retired teachers the place they

hold in our hearts.

Dear teachers, 'Thank you' is an inadequate

expression of what you have been and have

done for this institution. We miss you and

your presence in our school.

The programme ended on a festive note.

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5th January, 2013:

Visit to Kherwadi Police Station

Fifty students from std IX along with their

teachers Ms. Daya Shingre, Ms. Shiela Ajay

and Ms. Sarita Vaz visited the Kherwadi

police station. The students were shown the

complaint box. They were given information

on how to lodge a complaint against any crime,

on the use of different weapons and the

different measures taken by the police to

maintain peace, law and order in the

surrounding area.

8th January, 2013:

Misssion Mrutyunjay

20 students accompanied by their teachers

Ms. Daya Shingre and Ms. Sweety D'cunha

attended this session organized by Traffic

Police Control, Mumbai at Shanmukhanand

Hall, Sion. Mr. Himanshu Rai and Inspector

Satyapal Singh (Commissioner of Police)

spoke about the problem of arrogance and

lack of approachability between the Indian

Police and youth, on women's safety, disaster

management and road safety.

21st January, 2013:

Celebration of St. Sebastian Feast

The birthday of our principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu

Thomas, was celebrated on the feast day of

St. Sebastian. St Sebastian is a patron saint

of athletes and patron to all soldiers. The

cards and bouquets presented by each class

filled our principal with cheer. The

celebration started with a bang with

performances ranging from classical dance to

Bollywood and hip-hop dances. The stage was

set ablaze by the enchanting performances

of the students displaying unlimited verve

and vivacity. The determination, enthusiasm,

deftness and perfection of the participants

were indeed worth watching. After the

cultural programme, our principal was

felicitated by the staff of the preprimary,

primary and secondary section. The

programme concluded with a sumptuous

lunch.

26th January, 2013:

Republic Day

Our National Flag was

proudly unfurled by our

chief guest, Mr. Milton Fernandes, an alumnus

of our school. The songs ignited the flame of

patriotism in the heart of every student

sitting in the audience. Our student, Miss

Shravya Shetty of IX B gave an inspiring

speech that encouraged everyone to resolve

to take an active step for the betterment of

the nation. The chief guest in his address

spoke on the need to be good citizens of the

country. He pointed out to the students that

they are the future and pride of our country.

Vande Mataram!!! Jai Hind!!!!!

30th January, 2013:

Annual School Picnic Savoring the Fun

The students were

bubbly and excited as

they went for a picnic to Sangrilla Resort.

Delicious breakfast awaited the students at

the destination. The cool blue water at the

resort was very tempting. There was a wave

pool, water slides and many more water

games. The children splashed water on one

another, and enjoyed themselves to their

heart's content. In the evening, trudging

their weary feet homewards, exhausted but

happy, they spent their time recounting the

joyous events of the day.

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1st February, 2013:Thanksgiving Prayer Service

A Thanksgiving Prayer

Service was conducted at St. Joseph the

Worker's Church for the students of Std X

with symbolic offerings. Our Principal, Rev.

Fr. Sabu Thomas, Vice Principal Ms. Kusum

Pramod, the supervisors, Ms. Hilda Justin and

Ms. Mallika Usmani along with the students &

their class teachers Ms. Girija Kumar (XA),

Ms. Louizana Tuscano (XB), Ms. Daya Shingre

(XC), Ms. Loretta Pinto (XD) & Ms. Mercy

George (XE) participated in the service. The

celebrants were Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas and

Rev. Fr. Xavier Amirtham. The homily was

based on the value of discipline in life,

respect for elders and how hard work leads

to success.

2nd February, 2013:Glitz and Glamour at the S.S.C. Farewell

What a sight to behold! The students of std X looked magnificent in their colourful ensembles. The function began by seeking divine intervention. The ball was set rolling with a few well chosen words of good cheer and bon-homie from our Principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas. His wonderful tips on preparation for exams were well received by the students. The students were exuberant during the Gracian Contest, the highlight of the function. After the participants walked the ramp, Miss Prerna Bhosale and Mst. Kaustubh Morye were crowned the Gracian Girl and Boy respectively. The farewell speech by the head girl, Miss Ruchita Desai and the thanksgiving speech by the head boy made the students emotional. The delicious and sumptuous lunch and ice-cream put them back in a joyous mood.

May our students cherish the values they have learnt in school and do what is just and right. On the threshold today, ready to face a challenging and competitive world, we pray to God for their welfare in every aspect of their life.

6th February, 2013:Staff Picnic

The staff of all three sections was taken to Greenland Resort, Virar. It was a wonderful opportunity for the teachers to bond with each other and enjoy themselves.

17th February, 2013: 'Nutrition For The Soul'

16 students accompanied by their teacher, Ms. Rubina Franklin, attended Deanery Faith Celebration Day at St. Aloysius High School, Bandra, West. The meaning of New Evangelization was explained and students were made aware of how they could be effective missionaries in that vision. With great enthusiasm, students participated in the Bible quiz that tested their knowledge on the Christian faith. Powerpoint on 'the significance of New Evangelization in the Year of Faith' was presented by our students. The Holy Mass was celebrated by Rev. Fr. Leon. His homily was on New Evangelization and how students can be role models of true Christian faith in attitude and conduct. It was indeed an enriching and a fruitful experience.

27th February, 2013 :Valedictory Day

The staff and students assembled in the school quadrangle for the function. After the prayer service, the chief guest, Rt. Rev. Abt. Benzes Thomas, was welcomed with a floral tribute. In his address, he spoke about the purification of the mind, heart and body. Marathi Diwas was celebrated to commemorate the birthday of Nyanpeeth award winning poet, (Kusumraj) Mr. V. V. Shirwadkar who worked throughout his life to highlight the importance of the Marathi language. Prizes for the inter-house competitions were given and the students from Std V-IX with cent percent attendance were rewarded. The Red House was awarded the Best House trophy. The first and second runners up were the Green and Purple house respectively.

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'A' Division Boys:

Mst. Rahul Singh -

(Red house)

'A' Division Girls:

Miss Nidhi Sharma - VIII B

(Red house)

'B' Division Boys:

Mst. Yatinraj Shastry - VIII F

(Yellow house)

'B' Division Girls:

Miss Shivani Shinde - VIII D

(Green House)

'C' Division Boys:

Mst. Shawn Jose - VI A

(Yellow house)

'C' Division Girls:

Miss Muskan Singh - VI C

(Green house)

VIII F

Champions ofAnnual Sports Meet 2011-12

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)Executive Committee Members

1. Rev. Xavier Amirtham,

Manager/ Chairperson

2. Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas,

Principal/ President

3. Ms. Kusum Pramod , Vice Principal

4. Ms. Mallika Usmani, Supervisor

5. Ms. Hilda Justin, Supervisor

6. Mr. Agnel D'Souza, Vice President

7. Ms. Rubina Franklin, Secretary

8. Ms. Yvonne Fernandes, Jt. Secretary

9. Ms. Enid Lemos, Treasurer

10. Mr. Vilas Gajbhare, Jt. Treasurer

11. Mr. Prasad Shetty, Mr. Sachin Sabban,

Ms. Lavina Jose, Ms. Manali Hule

Nominated Members

Training sessions attended by Staff:

Teachers of std V-VIII have been attending

training sessions every month.

15th - 19th January, 2013

Organized by Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha

Abhiyan.

Ms. Girija Kumar on 'Use of teaching aids in

Science for std IX & X at Children's

Academy, Kandivali East.

Ms. Loretta Pinto on 'Understanding

Teenagers' at Guru Harikisandas High

School, Santacruz West.

Ms. Enid Lemos on 'Use of teaching aids and

need for a laboratory n Mathematics' for std

IX & X at M.M. Public School, Khar West.

11th to 15th February, 2013

Ms. Priyanka Redekar on Continuous

Comprehensive Evaluation for std V - VIII at

Swami Vivekanand High School, Kandivali West

S.S.C. Board Examination March 2013:

Our school was the centre for the S.S.C.

Board Examination, March 2013. Our

Principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas along with the

team of teachers successfully co-ordinated

the S.S.C. Board Examination.

23rd March, 2013 :Government Scholarship Exam

Our school was a centre for the Government

Scholarship Exam for Std VII. Our Principal,

Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas, our Vice- principal,

Ms. Kusum Pramod conducted the exam with

the cooperation of the teaching and

nonteaching staff. Candidates from various

mediums appeared for the exam.

Participation in these exams grooms the

students for competitive examinations.

Inter-house Competitions : Winners

14th July, 2012:Singing Competition Std-X

1st: Miss Mansi Malandar (X-D)

Yellow House

2nd: Mst. Abhishek Saste (X-C)

Green House

3rd: Miss Noyonika Fernandes (X-B)

Purple House

Consolation Prizes:

Miss Sayeli Annamale (X-D) - Purple house

Mst. Yash Jadhav (X-C) - Purple house

Miss Pranali Mahadik (X-A) - Red House

11th August, 2012:Essay Competition Std-VIII

The topics were:-

1. Climate change.

2. Advantages and

disadvantages of computers.

3. Effects of fast food.

4. Corruption

Winners:-

1st: Mst. Yatin Raj Shastraj

(VIII-F) Yellow house

2nd: Miss Kritika Kotian

(VIII-F) Purple house

3rd: Miss Prajakta Chodankar

(VIII-B) Yellow house

15th August, 2012:

Fancy Dress Competition Std V-VIII

Topics: Patriots/ National Leaders.

(V-VI) 1st: Mst. Abhishek Pandey (VI-B)

2nd: Mst. Deepesh Thakur (VI-E)

(VII-VIII)1st: Miss Neha Gupta (VIII-C)

2nd: Miss Siddhi Gore (VII-C)

Our Young Achievers25th August, 2012:Drawing competition Std-VII

The topics were:-

1. Tree Plantation.

2. Air Pollution.

3. Any Indian Festival.

Winners:-

1st: Mst. Denil Jornes (VII-C)

Green house

2nd: Mst. Ritik Varma (VII- F)

Red house

3rd: Miss Siddhi Gore (VII-C)

Purple house.

1st September, 2012:Handicraft competition Std-VI

1st: Miss Vrithi Manjeshwar (VI-E)

Purple house

2nd: Mst. Venkatesh Naspuri (VI-F)

Purple house

3rd: Miss Samreen Shaikh (VI-B)

Red house

15th September, 2012:

Forum of Free Enterprise Elocution competition Std-IX

1st: Miss Shravya Shetty

(IX-B) Green house

2nd: Miss Neha Gupta

(IX-B) Green house

3rd: Miss Veronica Fernandes

(IX-A) Green house

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28th September, 2012:Recitation competition Std V

ENGLISH:-

1st: Miss Yvette Fernandes

(V-B) Green house

2nd: Miss Pearl Fernandes (V-D)

Yellow house

3rd: Mst. Rishik Edoli (V-F)

Purple house

MARATHI:-

1st: Mst. Punyesh Kamtekar (V-B)

Purple house

2nd: Miss Tanushree Kelaskar (V-B)

Red house

3rd: Miss Riya Latike (V-A)

Yellow house

HINDI:-

1st: Mst. Rajesh Daima (V-C) Red house &

Miss Nikita Singh (V-D) Purple house.

2nd: Mst. Vitthal Mestry (V-E)

Red house

3rd: Mst. Kunal Goher (V-B)

Yellow house

10th November 2012:Rangoli Competition Std V-VIII

Std V : 1st - Miss Janhvi Sawant (V-B)

2nd - Miss Akshata Mane (V-F)

Std VI : 1st - Miss Sanskriti Salian (VI-E)

2nd - Miss Aikya Rai (VI-E)

Std VII : 1st - Miss Prachiti Darole (VII-D)

2nd - Miss Sayli Sawant (VII-C)

Std VIII : 1st - Miss Sameeksha Kadu (VIII-A)

2nd - Miss Jeenal Gohil (VIII-B)

1st December, 2012 :HIV/AIDS Awareness Essay writing competition

1st: Miss Sowbhagya Rai (IX-A)

2nd: Miss Shravya Shetty (IX-B)

3rd: Miss Prajwal Pandeshwar (IX-B)

HIV/AIDS poster competition :

1st: Miss Akshata Shetty (IX-C)

2nd: Miss Rutuja Gajbhare (IX-A)

3rd: Miss Sowbhagya Rai (IX-A)

12th December, 2012:

Uniball - WOVA Moral Handwriting Competition:

V & VI at Cardinal Gracias High School

Std V:

1st: Mst. Punyesh Kamtekar (V-B)

2nd: Mst. Yash Tambe (V-A)

3rd: Mst. Armaan Ansari (V-D)

Std VI:

1st: Miss Mrunmai Panchal (VI-C)

2nd: Miss Sunidhi Parab (VI-A)

3rd: Miss Kranti Chonkar (VI-D)

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9th State level UCMAS &Mental Arithmetic Competition

Champion in E3 Group

Miss Kimberly Mitra (VII-C)

2nd Runner up:

Miss Rutuja Gajbhare (IX-A)

4th Runner up in D3 Group :

Mst. Sachin Desai (VIII-F)

Congratulations

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Inter School Competitions

Maths concept exam

(Brihan Mumbai Ganit Adhyapak Mandal -

Ganit Sambodh Examination)

B grade certificates:

Std VIII

1. Miss Dhanashree Shetty (VIII- D)

2. Mst. Sherwin Pillae (VIII-D)

3. Mst. Yatinraj Shastry (VIII-F)

Std V

V-A Miss Purva D. Jadhav.

Miss Prachi S. More.

V-B Miss Kaveri D. Devkate.

V-D Miss Prerna B. Mamadi.

Mst. Adarsh V. Mendekar.

V-F Miss Vaibhavi H. Nagada.

National Society For Clean Cities - India

Elocution Competition21st August, 2012

1st Miss Shravya Shetty (Std IX)

2nd Miss Gauri Naik (Std. VIII)

Recitation Competition22nd August, 2012

1st Miss Sakshi Gupta (Std VIII)

Consolation Prize:

Mst. Gaurav Gurav (Std VII)

Drawing CompetitionSane Guruji, Santacruz (West)

Consolation Prize:

Miss Siddhi Pawar (VII E)

Sahashaleya Upakram Samiti, Education Inspection West Zone

Elocution CompetitionWard Level on 12th September, 2012

Prize Winner :

Mst. Kaustubh Morye (XB)

17th December, 2012

43rd Elocution CompetitionMt. Mary's High School, Goregaon West

Topic : Suffocation of Water

2nd: Miss Shravya Shetty (IX-B)

19th December, 2012

Spelling Cracking Word Competition

Fine Arts Society Auditorium, Chembur (E)

Winners: 1. Miss Muskan Multa (VII-D)

2. Miss Akshata Shetty (IX-C)

3. Miss Neha Gupta (IX-B)

Elementary & Intermediate Govt. Drawing Grade Exam 2012 - 13

Elementary Exam

'A' Grade:

Miss Siddhi Pawar (VII-E)

Miss Sayli Sawant (VII-C)

Intermediate Exam

'A' Grade:

Miss Neha Gupta (VIII-C)

Mst. Anmol Raut (VIII-F)

Mst. Hardik Salvi (VIII-E)

18th March, 2012

Higher Secondary Scholarship Examination Std VII

Three students got the

scholarship.

1. Mst. Nitesh Bhusawala

2. Mst. Akshay Matre

3. Miss Dhanashree Shetty

H-ward science exhibition is a ward level

competition, more than 40 schools

participated in various competitions &

exhibited their projects to enlighten the

students with new ideas. Mst. Shastry

Yatinraj brought laurels to our school by

winning the first prize in essay competition.

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30th September, 201219th ChampionshipAssn. of India

Gold Medals :

Mst. Yatinraj Shastry (VIII-F) (2 Medals)

Miss Anusha Sharma (VIII-A)

Mst. Kaushik Das (VIII-B)

Miss Saloni Pawar (VII-B)

Mst. Aman Takshak (X-E)

Silver Medals :

Miss Disha Tak (VIII-F)

Mst. Vivek Nirankari (VII-A)

Mst. Suraj Giramkar (VII-F)

Mst. Kaushal Chandekar (V-A)

Mst. Omkar Sagvekar (VII-D)

Bronze Medals :

Mst. Omkar Sagvekar (VII-D)

Mst. Dhruv Shrivastav (VI-D)

Miss Malashree Naspuri (VIII-C)

Mst. Yash Surve (VII-C)

Mst. Abuzar Khan (V-C)

Mst. Shashank Karn (X E)

Shotokan Karate

v Science Homi Bhabha Exam

v Sahashaleya Upakram Samiti, Education

Inspection West Zone Folk Dance

Competition & Drawing Competition Ward

Level.

v Gandhi Jayanti Drawing Competition at

Mani Bhavan, Grant Road.

v National Talent Search Exam At

Purushottam High School, Bandra East.

v Uni - Ball Presented : WOV (A Moral Hand

- writing Competition) for Std V and VI

Interschool Sports

Miss Stella D'souza of std VI

ranked 5th in the Interschool

Road Race for Girls under 12 years

for a distance of 1.5 kms

organized by St. Stanislaus High

School on 30th September, 2012.

Our school also participated in the inter

school sports events:

1. United Athletes Sports Club: Amateur

Athletes Road Race u/14 (2 kms) and

u/17 (4 kms) for Boys & u/12 (1.5 kms),

u/14 (2 kms) and u/17 (3 kms) for Girls at

St. Josephs High School.

2. The Bombay YMCA Annual Open Athletic

Meet and Basketball Tournament u/14

3. Mumbai Schools Sports Association u/16

for Girls and Boys Kho-kho, 100 mts, 200

mts, Shotput, 4 *100 Relay at Goregaon

Sports Club, Goregaon West.

4. District Sports Office, Mumbai Suburbs

Football Tournament Subroto Cup u/14

Boys At St. Francis D'Assisi High School,

Borivali West.

v LINC uniball In association with NIE -

Times Presented - Spelling word Cracking

for Std VII and VIII.

v Hindustan Times Schorlship Programme:

Std V and IX (Essay Writing)

v Sunfeast Dream Cream Contest for Std V

and VI (Eat 'n' Meet Sachin)

v Global Home Quiz by NIE at Ravindra

Natya Mandir

v Drawing and Dance Competition by

Children's Academy, Malad

v Spell Bee Competition by NIE at

St. Stanislaus High School, Bandra West.

Our students actively participated in the following inter-school competitions

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Excerpts...H-Ward Science Exhibition Essay Writing Competition

Venue: St. Aloysius High School, Bandra West

Food for All with Green Revolution

Green revolution is a term used for the

agricultural revolution in the 1960's which

increased the production of food grains four -

five times in the north - western part of India.

The Green revo lut ion popu lar ized

technologies that had already existed

before, but had not been widely used outside

industrialized nations. These technologies

include modern irrigation projects,

pesticides, synthetic nitrogen fertilizer and

improved crop varieties developed through

the conventional science based methods

available at the time.

The novel technological development of the

green revolution was the production of novel

wheat cultivars. Agronomists bred cultivars

of wheat, maize and rice that are generally

referred to as HYVs or 'high yielding

varieties'. HYVs have higher nitrogen

absorbing potential than other varieties.

Since cereals that absorbed extra nitrogen

would typically lodge or fall over before

harvest, semi -dwarfing genes were bred into

their genomes. A Japanese dwarf wheat

cultivator (Norin 10 wheat), which was sent to

Washington D.C. by Cecil Salmon was

instrumental in developing green revolution

wheat cultivars. IR8 the first widely

implemented HYV rice to be developed by

IRRI, was created through a cross between

an Indonesian variety named "Peta" and a

Chinese variety named "Dee-geo woo - gen".

With advances in molecular genetics, the

mutant genes responsible for Arabidopsis

Thaliana genes [GA-20 oxidize, gal, gal-3],

wheat reduced height genes [Rht] and a rice

semi dwarf gene [sd1] were cloned. These

were identified as gibberellin bio synthesis

genes or cellular signaling component genes.

Stem growth in the mutant background is

significantly reduced leading to the dwarf

phenotype. Photo synthetic investment in

the stem is reduced dramatically as the

shorter plants are inherently more stable

mechanical ly . Assimilation becomes

redirected to grain production. There is no

doubt that a green revolution was brought

about by harnessing science and technology.

It heavily relies on chemical fertilizers,

pesticides and herbicides. Agricultural

output increased.

Thus Green revolution helped in satisfying

the appetite of millions as well as improving

the economy of the country.

1st Prize

Mst.Yatinraj Shastry-VIII F

YOU REAP AS YOU SOW

If you plant honesty, you will reap trust.

If you plant goodness, you will reap friends.

If you plant humility, you will reap greatness.

If you plant perseverance, you will reap victory.

If you plant consideration, you will reap harmony.

If you plant hard work, you will reap success.

If you plant forgiveness, you will reap reconciliation.

If you plant openness, you will reap intimacy.

If you plant patience, you will reap improvements.

If you plant faith, you will reap miracles.

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Inter-house Essay Competition

Climatic changes occur when the Earth's

average temperature changes dramatically

over time. As little as one or two degrees can

be considered as dramatic change, because

the Earth's ecosystem depends on a very

delicate balance, and even small shifts can

have far reaching impact. A drop in average

temperature can also be considered as

dramatic change but people using the term,

are usually talking about global warming.

Variations in the behavior of the weather,

such as from one century to another are

referred to as climatic change. Climate itself

adjusts from the times of ice ages, (huge

sheets of ice covered large areas that are

currently ice-free) to today's ice sheets i.e.

glaciers, iceburgs etc. that are largely

confined to Antarctica, Greenland and the

floating Arctic sea ice.

The sun, of course, is the ultimate source of

heat energy reaching the earth, fueling the

weather systems and establishing our major

climate zones. However there is good

evidence that larger variations in the sun's

activity do occur. For example, during the

last half of the 17th century, there was a

period of greatly reduced solar activity.

Climate fluctuations, climatic trends,

climatic cycles and climatic change refer to

some appropriate time scales and can be used

only within such time scales. The evidences

of past climatic changes are many and

varied, such as biological, lithigenic and

morphological.

First Prize

Mst. Yatinraj Shastry (VIII F)

Yellow House

Second Prize :

Kritika S. Kotian (VIII F)

Purple House

Climate Change

Corruption

More people exploit more natural resources,

cut more trees, produce more waste, use

more fossil fuels, build more roads, dams and

cities, pollute more soil, air and water, and

contribute greener house gases to the

atmosphere ultimately damaging the entire

environment and aggravating the climatic

changes.

There is an old saying 'Strike the iron while it

is hot'. This means that yes, now is the time

to act. If we wait for some other time, we may

miss the chance of saving our mother earth

and ourselves. Global warming is irreversible

but can still be prevented. Thus, man is

capable of influencing the global climate

deliberately and inadvertently through his

various actions and activities.

India is one of the developing nations in the

world. Why are our people so poor? Why are

thousands of people starving and homeless?

One of the important reasons for this is

corruption. Everyone wants to become rich

and lead a luxurious life as quickly as possible.

In the mad rush for riches, qualities like

honesty, sincerity, and efficiency are

sacrificed. We fail to realize that if society

benefits, we too will benefit. We bribe people

to get our work done quickly, knowing well

that it is wrong to do so.

There is corruption in every sphere of life in

India today. It begins with the admissions of

the tiny tots in nursery schools. It continues

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even after a person is dead. The hospital

workers have to be bribed to speed up the

formalities of handing over the dead body.

Schools, colleges, government offices,

railway stations, police stations and even

courts are all a big part of the corruption

scene.

The main culprit behind corruption is the

politician. The politicians are the ones who

make the rules and laws. They need large

sums of money to fund their election

campaigns and for their large families to lead

luxurious lives. They get this money by

accepting large bribes openly or in the name

of donation.

We should refuse to give bribes to get our

work done. In the end, we should remember

that 'Honesty is the best policy'. Those who

cheat and are dishonest will always be

punished. We should also train our future

generation to be honest and sincere. Finally,

only if we are honest and sincere, we shall be

able to get good sleep.

Third Prize :

Prajakta Chodankar (VIII B)

Yellow House

In the past, people in India used to eat

healthy, freshly prepared food with their

families at home. Today however, many

people, particularly young people, prefer to

eat fast food such as hamburgers, fried

chicken, pizzas or franky. There are many

reasons why this change has occurred.

One of the main reasons for the popularity of

fast food is change in lifestyles. Many people

in India are working long hours or shifts. They

don't have the time to prepare good food.

Women too work in India and as a result less

time is available for preparing family meals.

Another cause is the huge number of young

affluent people in India. The rapid

development of the country has meant that

the young people who comprise over 75% of

the population have money to spend. The

third reason is advertising. India is a modern,

free market country, with all forms of media

such as internet and satellite television.

People like to try new products and different

kinds of fast food.

However, this change in diet can have some

serious effects on health. Many individuals

are becoming obese. These people will be less

productive and may suffer from heart

disease and diabetes. Another cause of fast

food culture is the decline in the family

tradition of eating together. Children and

adults rarely eat together now and get less

opportunity to talk. Another effect is on the

economy. Fast food is not very expensive.

But it is cheaper to have home cooked meals.

Most of the fast food companies have foreign

franchises. So capital leaves the country.

Although it is convenient and a tasty addition

to diet, it can have some serious effects.

People should learn to choose fast food

carefully and remember the pleasure of

eating good food in good company.Effects of Fast Food on Health

Six Ethics of LifeBefore you Pray - BelieveBefore you Speak - ListenBefore you Spend - EarnBefore you Write - ThinkBefore you Quit - Try &Before you Die - Live !!!!!

The Topper of March S.S.C. Board 2011-12 speaks...

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Yashodhan S. Morye

The Big Battle Ahead - Preparing for the S.S.C exams

Hello friends,

I am really honoured to share my

views, opinions and success

mantras with you. S.S.C exams are one of the

most important exams in our life. The main

ingredient in the formula of success is

performing consistently. Regular study is a

must. Dedicating 4-5 hours daily to serious

studies is essential. Don't study because you

have to but because you want to study. Revise

your lessons frequently. Give importance to

all the subjects. Keep a tab on the ongoings in

school. Pay careful attention to your teachers

in school because many of them are

examiners and moderators. The success

which I have achieved is the combined effort

of my school teachers, parents and my own

hard work.

Have 7-8 hours of sleep daily. Take a break

every 15 minutes when you are studying

seriously. Read news papers and watch and

listen to news on TV. It may help you in writing

personal response questions in your English

paper. You don't have to neglect your

hobbies. But you should know your limits. I

love reading and drawing. Hence, throughout

the year I took part in various competitions

which helped me to develop a versatile nature

and prevented me from being bored.

In this one year, you will be distracted by

many other things like special networking

sites, friends, etc. But study is your first

priority. By December, you should finish

studying 80% -90% of your syllabus. You

should be thorough with everything, one

month prior to the exams. And most

importantly 'pray'. Nothing comforts your

mind like a good prayer. I prayed 45 minutes

per day even during exams. Here are some

tips for subject wise study:

ã For languages read the lessons and

understand them. Practise grammar. Stress

on each grammar topic. In your leisure time,

read essay books. Find quotations, proverbs,

idioms, to improve your writing skills.

ã For Mathematics all you need to do is

practice the questions from solved examples

and problem sets.

ã For Science, understand the basic

concepts and memorize them. Do not neglect

diagrams and sums of physics.

ã For social studies, always prefer to study

the textbook because many questions were

asked from the textbook. Do not neglect

graphs and maps.

I think our school is better than any other

coaching class.Read your textbooks well as

'Text book is the mother of all publications'.

It is rightly said, 'The journey of 100 miles

starts with a single step'

I will conclude by saying 'Believe in yourself

and have a positive attitude. Have a

concentrated, planned and regular study.

Surely you will come out with flying colours.

All the Best.

“The HAPPIEST people

DO NOT necessarily

have the ‘BEST’ THINGS.

They simply

APPRECIATE the things

they have.”

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Impressions...

Thirteen long years spent in this school have

transformed me from a small, shy child to a

young, confident teenager ready to face the

challenges of the world. C.G.H.S has nurtured

us students with love and care. We are

blessed with the best teaching fraternity as

well non-teaching staff. In moments of joys

and sorrows, they are always with us. The

teachers have made learning and

understanding the various subjects quick and

easy by adding wit and humour to every aspect

of the subject. My teachers and parents

instilled in me good values and ideas which will

always remain with me forever. Our school

encourages our students to excel in academics

as well as sports like football, basketball, kho-

kho and other games. The Educomp class was

always fun and an interactive, enjoyable and

exciting experience of learning. Bidding adieu

to our Alma Matter is very agonizing. It is

indeed a great pleasure to be a part of the

Gracian family.

I affectionately and sincerely thank our

principal Rev.Fr.Sabu Thomas for giving me

the opportunity to be the head boy for the

academic year 2012-2013. It was a great

experience for me to shoulder this

responsibility. I also thank our vice-principal,

Ms. Kusum Pramod, our supervisors and

teachers for their contribution in inculcating

values and making learning a fun filled

experience for us. I also thank all the teachers

and my friends who always inspired me and

guided me to organize various programmes and

the council members who supported me.

Mst.Sangeet Rajbhar

(Head Boy) (X E)

Miss Ruchita Desai

Head Girl (X B)

Bidding Adieu Adieu

With a heavy heart and a tear in my eye I

sit to pen a few lines…..

After spending thirteen years in this school,

it is extremely difficult to say 'Sayonara' to

Cardinal Gracias High School, our sweet

home. School days are indeed the golden days

which will never come back but the values and

knowledge we have received from school will

remain with us forever.

I remember the day when I stepped into this

esteemed institution as a tiny tot, all scared

to enter this big place, but after spending

thirteen years, I am confident and assured at

every step now. I am proud and fortunate to

be a part of this Gracian family. It has taught

me a number of things. It has taught me to be

a disciple of discipline and truth. It has

taught me to consider follies not as

disappointments but as valuable lessons

which give us encouragement to strive for

excellence. It has taught me that there is no

shortcut to success but only hard work and

faith in God can help us achieve great heights.

It is our school that teaches us to aim high

and at the same time understand our

capabilities and limitations.

As a Head Girl of this school, I was fortunate

to gain greater experience in conducting

various programmes which have made me a

responsible and a tough person. I thank the

Students’ Council and all my friends for

supporting me, whenever I needed them. I

take this opportunity to thank our dear

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Principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas, Vice-

Principal Ms. Kusum Pramod, Supervisors,

dedicated teachers and the entire non-

teaching staff for all that they have done

for each and every student enrolled in this

school. And last but not the least; I would also

like to thank our helpers.

In the Pre-primary I learnt, "School is the

second home".

In the Primary I learnt, "Every failure is a

stepping stone to success".

In the Secondary I learnt, "Greatness cannot

be achieved without pains".

Today after having completed thirteen years

in this school, I have realised that "Cardinal

Gracias High School has a great positive

influence on young minds".

Mst. Niraj Vishwakarma

(Sports Captain) (X E)

My School Journey

My school journey started way back in the

year 1999 when I got admission in Cardinal

Gracias High School. During my life in the

primary and pre-primary section, I was very

shy and wasn't known by any of my teachers.

But when I entered the secondary section in

5th std, I became a little bolder and started

to interact with my teachers and the other

students. And then my popularity in school

grew because I proved my mettle in sports. I

became a member of the students' council in

STD 8th. It was a great boost for my

confidence. I felt as if I was on the top of the

world. I had a few ups and downs. I had to deal

with some mischievous students. Sometimes

even I was mischievous and my badge was

taken away by my teachers but 'All is well

that ends well.'

Then arrived the 'Sports day'. Before that,

I strived very hard and practised all the

events. On the final day, I won five medals

and was also awarded the Championship

trophy. I felt as if I was the happiest person

on this planet!!! In std 9th, I didn't perform

well in the sports events. My performance in

academics also wasn't that good. But future

had something else in store for me. In std

9th, on the basis of my sports performance

in std 8th, due to the support of my teachers

and after a lot of interviews, I became the

'Sports Captain' of my school. It was a

matter of great honor and pride for me.

I considered myself the luckiest person on

the earth. I thanked my parents, teachers and

friends for their support and started my year

as a Sports Captain. Even though I had a few

ups and downs, I was well supported by my

parents and even by my council members. I

had to balance between my studies and the

duties of a sport captain. In the year 2012 -13

on sports day, I won 6 medals and was on the

verge of winning the Championship trophy but

I lost to my competitor. I felt very bad but I

am not a bad loser. I cheered and

congratulated the winner. I thank our dear

Principal, Rev. Fr. Sabu Thomas, Vice-Principal

Mrs. Kusum Pramod, Supervisors, dedicated

teachers and the entire non-teaching staff

members for their invaluable support

throughout my scholastic life.

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Miss Prerna Bhosale

Sports Captain (X B)

Till we meet again…

Today, I look back to the day when I first

entered Cardinal Gracias High School as a

tiny tot. Tears roll down my eyes as the

journey that we had started 13 years ago is

coming to an end . As the sports captain of

the school, I would like to thank the entire

Gracian family for being a guiding light in our

life. Our principal and teachers have always

believed that a pat on the back is always

better than a slap on the wrist. I thank them

for being role models of kindness. According

to me, they are like angels. For them,

teaching is a zeal and learning an appetite. It

is difficult to draw a parallel to C.G.H.S. I can

rightly pride myself for being a part of such a

prestigious institution, which provided us

opportunities not only academically, but also

made sure that there is an overall

development of the students.

I will always cherish the fun-filled

experiences I had in C.G.H.S. It was a

pleasure working with the amazingly

enthusiastic members of the students

council. I am very thankful to our peon uncles,

who have always rendered a helping hand. I

will always be grateful to each and every

person in C.G.H.S. for being so supportive and

co-operative, genial and generous. In a few

months there will be no waking up for school ,

no recess bell , no P.T class and no more life in

C.G.H.S. but I believe that 'goodbyes are not

forever, goodbyes are not the end.' They

simply mean we will miss you until we meet

again.

C.G.H.S. ROCKS!!!!!!

Father of Miss Riya Kakasaheb Latake (V A)

Mst. Harsh Mukesh Kantheriya (VI B)Miss Pooja Vijay Singh (VII C)

Mst. Ayaz Baig (VIII E)Mst. Rugved Salgaonkar (IX B)

Miss Sherin Johnson (X A)Miss Shreya Hiwalkar (X C)

Mst. Surve Nikhil (X E)

OBITUARY

Gone is the face we loved so dearSilent is the voice we loved to hear

Though far away from sight and speechYet, not too far for our thoughts to reach

Our condolence to the bereaved families of

Mother ofMiss Hemangi Kakde (VII D)

Mst. Ataa Manihar (VII F)Mst. Udit Kore (VIII C)

Miss Meenaz Shaikh (IX E) Mst. Ashley Godfrey (I E) Mst. Joy Godfrey (IV A)

Secondary StaffFather of Ms. Dorethi Andrades

Brother of Ms. Renuka Harmalkar

Mst. Rockey Chakkiath (I C)Mst. Amey Chaugule (III F)

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True Friends

My friends are a gift to me.

We are a group of awesome three

They are my best friends forever

And will never leave me ever.

They make me laugh and we have lots of fun

Many prizes in school we have won

They will always be my true friends

And our friendship will never end .

Miss Bhakti Achrekar (X D)

Best Friends Forever

The one with whom I share

The one for whom I care

The one with whom I play, fight and cry

She is my best friend!

The one whom I believe

The one with whom I'm free

The one to whom I never lie

She is my best friend!

She is my friend in good times and in bad

I confide in her a lot

At times she makes me mad

But she is my best friend forever!

Miss Monisha Dharod (X D)

Friends….!!!

My friend is an honest, kind and loyal lad,

Who is always there when I am sad.

We laugh, cry and do mischief together,

When we have problems we are always

there for each other.

We play games like cricket and darts,

We are like two souls in one heart.

We believe, trust and love each other,

When we are very sad we just HUG each

other

Mst. Sachin Yadav (X D)

Books Are My Friends…!!

Books are my friends and companions

Giving me knowledge and entertainment

They make me laugh and cry

And find meaning in life.

Novels, encyclopedias, comics and

magazines

To interest me they never fail

They transport me to another world

Through interesting stories and tales.

Mst. Ganesh Devadiga (X D)

Rainy clouds

It was a hot morning of May

Warm breeze blew through the window

I looked out and saw the sky

No white clouds were seen above.

I wondered where the clouds disappeared

Whether they rested somewhere over the

hills

Those dark black clouds that brought us rain

And soothed the earth of heat and pain.

Why did you disappear dark black clouds

Why did you leave us in pain

Why did you turn your face away

When we most needed you in vain.

Please little black clouds

Please come again

Pour out your fresh dew drops.

Soothe this patched earth again.

Miss Rubeen Shaikh (IX D)

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Mother

Your arms are always open

When I need a hug

You are always firm

To guide me when I am wrong

You support me

When I have any problems

You understand my feelings

You are also my friend.

Miss Mansi Jadhav (VIII E)

My Parents

They care for me

Without them my life is incomplete

Their love has made me grow

They help me to lighten my woes

They have moulded my life

And taught me to respect and not boast

They are none other than my parents

Whom I LOVE the most….!!

Miss Shraddha Poojary (X D)

Independence Day

On 14th August, at the stroke of midnight,

The Indian Tricolour was hoisted

at a great height.

India got freedom because of

her national leaders,

Who with determination fought

for our rights.

India became free from slavery,

Because of our leaders' bravery.

We salute our freedom fighters for

their heroism,

Who fill us with the feeling of patriotism.

Miss Nikita Gaikwad (VII A)

Trees

Trees are a gift of God

They are a wonderful creation

With flowers and fruits

And natural vegetation.

Let's not cut them any more

Let's take care of them

Do think for a moment

And save the environment.

Miss Pooja Verma (VII A)

All the other things…..

Many things in the world which are

beautiful and fair.

Seem nothing if friendship and

love are not there.

Friends make life worth living

And worthy to share.

Though they may seem in the beginning

A mere thought or a feeling,

Though friends may not be near in miles

Yet they touch our hearts and make us

smile.

Mst. Savio Fernandes (X A)

My Teacher

Teacher, Teacher, wise and true

With kindness you guide me what to do

You are so smart and so clever

A source of knowledge forever.

Miss Gail Vaz (VII A)

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Mother: What did you learn in school today?

Son: How to write.

Mother: What did you write?

Son: I don't know, they haven't taught us to read

yet!

Teacher: Class, we will have only half day school

this morning.

Class: Hooray!

Teacher: We will have the other half this

afternoon.

Teacher: Be sure that you go straight home.

Student: I can't, I live just round the corner.

Teacher: Give me three reasons why the world is

round.

Pupil: Well, my dad says so, my Mom says so and you

say so.

Teacher: Give me a sentence starting with " I".

Student: I is…

Teacher: No, No. Always say, " I am."

Student: Okay… "I am the ninth letter of the

alphabets."

Have A Hearty Laugh!!!!Ha!! Ha!! Ha!! Ha!!

Teacher: What is farther,

Australia or the moon?

Pupil: Australia, we can see the

moon at night.

Teacher: Why are you late?

Student: Because of the sign.

Teacher: Which sign?

Student: The one that says, "School ahead, Go

slow."

Banta gets ready, wears a tie, coat, goes out,

climbs a tree and sits on the

branch regularly. A man asks why he does this.

Banta:"I've been promoted as branch manager."

Banta comes back to his car & finds a note saying

"Parking Fine

He writes a note and sticks it to the pole "Thanks

for the compliment"

Banta goes to a hotel and eats heartily. After

eating he goes to wash his hands but starts

washing the basin instead. The manager comes

running and asks him, "Sir, what are you doing?"

To this the man replies, "Here, the Board says

"Wash Basin".

LET ME GUESSMumbai Darshan:Name the place which islocated in Mumbai

1. Queen's necklace2. Ladyfinger market3. Laundry place of our city4. Spray of water on flowers5. In the middle of Mumbai6. The great goddess overlooking the

sea7. My village

Answers:1. Marine Lines 2. Bhendi Bazaar3. Dhobi Talao 4. Flora Fountain5. Bombai Central 6. Mahalaxmi7. Mazgaon

ARE YOU A MATHS WIZARD?

Very tricky Maths! Note: Calculate without using a paper and pencil or a calculator. Try it.

Take 1000 and add 40 to it.Now add another 1000.Now add 30.Now add another 1000.Now add 20.Now add another 1000.Now add 10What is the total?

Answer: Did you get 5000? The correct answer is actually 4100. If you don't believe it, check with your calculator!

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DISCOVER GOOD QUALITIESIn each of these sentences are hidden

qualities that we need to have in our families.

Identify them. The first one is done for you.

1. Indica reaches new heights of sale.

2. A comb and brush are two things that

help keep my hair in place.

3. One rainy day, into a puddle I surely did

stumble.

4. Accumulate for self or give unto others

are two opposing viewpoints.

5. Hiding my talent under a bushel

persistently is not really good.

6. A blossoming mango tree the fool stood

under, standing there waiting for a mango

to fall.

7. As soon as I met Pat I entered the board

room.

8. Sing, hum, blend with all the other voices

in the choir. This is necessary for every

choral singer.

9. To avoid a mishap pin essential

instructions on the green board.

10. Her dog in an accident she lost, and lo,

very depressed was she.

Answers:

1. Care 2. Share 3. Leisure 4. Forgive

5. Help 6. Understanding 7. Patient

8. Humble 9. Happiness 10. Love

Can you find your teachersin this maze?

You Will Never Be Sorry

For thinking before acting,For hearing before judging,For forgiving your enemies,For being candid and frank,For helping a fallen brother,For being honest in business,For thinking before speaking,For standing by your principles,For stopping your ears to gossip,For bridling a slanderous tongue,For harboring only pure thoughts,For sympathizing with the afflicted,For being courteous and kind to all.

One day, I hopped into a taxi to go the airport. We were in the right lane when suddenly a black car jumped out of a parking space right in front of us. My taxi driver slammed on his brakes, skidded and missed the other car by inches! The driver of the other car whipped his around and started yelling at us. My taxi driver smiled and waved at the guy. And I mean, he was really friendly. So I asked, "Why did you do that? This guy almost ruined your car and sent us to the hospital!" This is when my taxi driver taught me what I now call," THE LAW OF THE GARBAGE TRUCK." He explained that many people are like garbage

trucks. They run around full of garbage: frustration, anger and disappointments. As their garbage piles up, they need a place to dump it and sometimes they will dump it on you. Don't take it personally. Just smile, wave, wish them well and move on. Don't take their garbage and spread it to other people at work, at home or on the streets. The bottom line is that successful people do not let garbage trucks take over their day. Life is too short to wake up in the morning with regrets so ……Love the people who treat you right. Pray for the ones who don't.Life is 10% what you make it and 90% how you take it.

The law of Garbage Truck

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efnboer efJeYeeie0kta

ikskI njr lgI hE mere wart ko,

0kta kI [mart ko

Kyo. Yah bm 2make ho rhe hE.

Kyo. Apne Apno. ko qo rhe hE. ˜

AwI wI vKt hE jago AOr

duXmno. ko ye idqa do

Caahe ve iktna wI nuksan kr

[s 0kta kI [mart ko,

ifr wI hmarI 0kta AOr wa{cara

ko{ nhI. im3a pa0e.ge ˜

jb tk 0k sa4 rhega, wart dex Aabad rhega

ko{ nhI. [se toD skta hE

ihNdu ho ya muiSlm, isQa ho ya {sa{

b.d kro ye tera mera, b.d kro l!a{ ˜

saivyo fnaR.DIs ÜÉÈvI. AÝ

hOsla b!a_Ao

ye ij.dgI tU hI bta qoya hE jo, pa}>. kha>.?

muiXklo. se Ab iktna Dre,

Kyo. Na [ska D3 mukabla kre. ›

har manna to hmare dex kI im3\3I me. nhI. Tao

to har manna hm kha>. se sIqe.?

hme. Jao krna hE, vh [sI jnm me. krna hE›

hme. Jao pana hE, vh [sI jnm me. pana hE›

to bar-bar dUsre jnm ke bare. me. Kyo. soce?

Agr idl me.hE ]m.g ku7 kr idqane kI

to iksI Aa>2I AOr tUfan se Kyo. Dre?

hme. Apne raSte pr clte jana hE AOr

raSte me. Aanevale tUfan se lD_na hI hoga ›

Apne dex ka Aaj man b!a_na hI hoga›

iktIR joxI ÜÐvI.- {Ý

kEsa tera Pyar

xBdo. ke d\vara ye 2rtI bna{

Aadr AOr mihma se muzko sjaya tUne tUne||||

mere idl ko tUne p/em se wra

merI jUba pr ]n gIto. ko Dala tUne tUne||||

bUrI ij.dgI jI rha 4amUdRE kI AaTma ko le cla 4a

3U3I Aaxa0>. AOr mksd qoya

qudko mE. Gaa!_ne cla 4a

lekIn jEse yIxU ko jana ifr se StUtI

AOr jIvn paya

b.2n 3U3e AOr qula Aasma>. ifr se nya jIvn paya|||

kEsa tera Pyar hE, mera idl quxI se zUme nace

kEsa tera nam b.de,

A.2e deqe, bhre. sUne mudRe ]#e

mE.ne ]se Apnaya, Aap wI ApnaAo AOr jIAo nvjIvn

A+` ra#oD ÜÏvI. bÝ

TAKE TIME

Take Time to think…It is the source of power.

Take Time to play…It is the secret of keeping young.

Take Time to read…It is the fountain of wisdom.

Take Time to pray…It sets proper perspectives to life.

Take Time to love and to be loved…It is a God-given privilege.

Take Time to be friendly…It is the road to happiness.

Take Time to laugh…It is the music of the soul.

Take Time to give…The joy it creates is twice blessed.

Take Time to work…It is the price of success.

Take Time to do charity…It is the key to

heaven.

)anaca p/kax psrvto,jIvnace mhTTv smjavto,svaR.sobt p/emane An\ ivXvasane rahayla ixkvto,AapLyatIl suPt gu` xo2Un ka!to,Caa.gLya go*3I ba`vUn ca.gla mnu*y 6Dvto,to 0k ix9k Asto|mula.na ix9a kr~yamage Tya.ce wle b6to,x5uTv ivs+n p/TyekaxI mE5Ice nate joD~yas sa.gto,mnat dexaiv8yIcI p/emwavna AsavI Ase ib.bvto,pu!Il nv-jIvnasa#I AaMha.s tyar krto,to 0k ix9k Asto|

p/àl pa3Il ÜÑvI-AÝ

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cejeþer efJeYeeieSvt:sa#Ic

AatapyR.t jgle nahI k2I Svt:sa#I

Pa` Aata jgayce #rvle fKt Svt:sa#Ic

hsayce-qulayce Svt:sa#I

n3ayce-sjayce Svt:sa#I

insgaRt rmayce Svt:sa#I

fulpaqra.sh bagDayce Svt:sa#I

pavsat iwjayce Svt:sa#I

[.d/2nuCya sPtr.gat r.gayce Svt:sa#I

je kahI krayce te fKt Svt:sa#I

Svt:la xo2ayce tehI Svt:sa#Ic

Sv xo2tana mIpà dUr lo3ayca Svt:sa#I

Svt:ce Avlokn krayce Svt:sa#I

Garjv.tala mdt kraycI Svt:sa#I

dIndub;\ya.na b; dyayce Svt:sa#I

duiqta.ce A&U pusayce Svt:sa#I

Ao#avr Tya.Cya haSy fulvayce Svt:sa#I

Svt:sa#I Svt:sa#I Mh`tana k;àr nahI

k2I jgU lagU dus–yasa#I

Pa` tehI Asàr k;t nk;t Svt:sa#I

Svt:sa#I Aai` fKt Svt:sa#I|||

sO| dya ]| ix.gre Üsh-ixi9kaÝ

p/a~ya.cI pa3IR

ssa, kasv, ku5a, bokD

].dIr, sap, ga!v, makD,

j.glat kraycI #rlI pa3IR

svaR.cI AalI lhan lhan por3I

ku”yane Aa`le p;vUn wa.De

makDane Aa`lI 4oDI lakDe

sxane Aa`le tel Aai` pI#

ga!vane Aa`le itq3-mI#

].drane Aa`le p;vUn ga#oDe

kasvane Aa`le iwjvUn pohe

sapane Aa`le k.ade car

samanacI gdIR zalI far

bokDane kela ja;

p.gtIla bslI svaR.cI ma;

if3àr hotI pa3IRcI hOs

tovr Aala joraca pa}s

tev!yat AalI va6acI Drka;I

psar zalI sarI m.D;I

Sneha pa3Il ÜÑvI DÝ

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TONGUE TWISTERSI thought a thought.

But the thought I thought wasn't the thought I thought I thought.

If the thought I thought I thought had been the thought I thought, I wouldn't have thought so much.

If you understand, say "understand".

If you don't understand, say "don't understand".

But if you understand and say "don't understand".

How do I understand that you understand? Understand!

If you tell Tom to tell a tongue-twister his tongue will be twisted as tongue-twister twists tongues.

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maz. gav

0ka ndICya ka#I vslele he maze gav

ye}n tr b6a he iktI su.dr Aai` 7an

[4e k2I trI yave Aai` phave

Aa.Byace zaD Aai` gavatle ran

Ase he su.dr maze gav

ndICya ka#I nactoy gatoy ko`

iktI su.dr yace bol

pa}s pDta mor nactI

gure vasre hst iwjtI

ya su.dr kok` ngrIt

bslele he maze 7o3ese gav Aahe iktI 7an

ye}n trI pha he maze su.dr gav

gOrI p+;ekr ÜÐvI-{Ý

ta{

b6 na g Aa{, kxI krte ta{

sdan\kda mla stavIt rahI

]#ta bsta pajte ]pdexace Dos

sarI Mh`tI mla sos ba{ sos

he kr, te kr kame sa.gt rahI

kamaqalI ip3\3ya maza,

Svt: AWyas krIt nahI

qe;ayla Mh3l. cl, tr 3I|VhI|paht rahI

0k na 2D sda cšnl bdlt rahI

ragivta baba k2I, jv; mla 6e{

pDta mI lagta Mala, rDU ma5 itla ye{

Aa{ jrI qoDkr 4oDI qDUs jrI

ta{ mazI mla ip/y Aahe warI

p/`alI pDv; ÜÑvI-AÝ

yere yere pavsanacU ga} tuZyas.g

grgr grgr Aala vara,

TyaCya s.g AaLya pa}s 2ara

yere yere pavsa nacU ga} tuZyas.g

pa~yat qUp nacUya, iwjUn ic.b ho}ya


ka;e ka;e !g yetI,

cmcm cmcm ivja cmktI


chukDe ihrv; psrel,

matIca sug.2 mnas wulvel


zaD lagtI hlUDulU tuZya s.gtIt,

jIvnace p/a` Aahet tuZyac mu#It


Am<tpal is.g ÜÑvI-DÝAayu*y

Aapl. Aayu*y Aahe mOLyvan

AsU de TYaace AapLyala wan

nka vaya 6alvU Hya n Tya Vysnat

smSya tr Astat sg;\ya.Cya jIvnat

kxala Aa#vUn krayca ba}

mOLyvan Aayu*y ibn2aSt jgU

w+n 3akUya sg;\ya ]i`va

Aan.daCya ]2a`at Nha}n in6Uya

puNha 0kda sa.gto te 0eka

Aayu*y Aaple mOLyvan Tyace mULy i3kva

t<pIl pa3Il ÜÉÈvI-DÝ

Watch your thoughts, they become words.Watch your words, they become actions. Watch your actions, they become habits.Watch your habits, they become your character.Watch your character, it becomes your destiny.

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