Informative report on: Nationwide Swachata Pakhwada organized by the NSS Unit of the school.

Venue: St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School Mapusa

Date: 16th September 2025 to 30th September 2025

Total No of events held: 07

Number of students participated in various events: 150

Total no of teachers participated: 10

16/09/2025 - 18/09/2025 Swachhata Shapath Day (teacher In-charge Ms. Manjusha)

In view of the nationwide Swachchata Pakhwada initiative, the NSS/YRC /ECO Club committee of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Mapusa celebrated Swachchata Shapath Day on 16th September 2025, towards which day 1 started with Swachhata Shapath Day organized by teacher In-charge Ms. Manjusha, who administered the Oath and put up Poster on Notice Board.

During the morning assembly, All the students took the pledge to keep the surrounding clean thus contributing in little ways to achieve greater results. A poster depicting importance of cleanliness was also put up on the school notice board to spread the awareness. The event highlighted the importance of cleanliness, waste management and water conservation, emphasizing individual roles in achieving a cleaner India.

In the extensive classroom cleaning drive, students from all academic streams Science, Commerce, Arts, and Vocational actively participated in keeping their respective classrooms clean and tidy which was organized by teacher In-charge Ms. Nikita. To ensure fairness in the competition, a clear set of judging criteria was used to evaluate the cleanliness of each classroom. After evaluation of all participating classrooms based on the established criteria, the following result was determined: Winner: Class XI Commerce B was declared the "Cleanest Class for the Week," demonstrating exceptional adherence to all judging criteria.

Weeding out / Campus Cleaning (teacher In-charge Mr. Jason) As part of the Swachhta Pakhwada initiative, the NSS unit of the school organized a campus cleanliness activity which included 15 students from the XI class to clean/weed the surroundings and sweep around the campus. The concerned teacher instructed the students to clear all plastic items and remove any bits of trash from the campus and discard it efficiently explaining them the I’ll effects plastics to environment and health.

19/09/2025 - Green School Drive Day (teacher In-charge Ms. Manjusha)

Participants from different classes showcased their artistic skills by painting umbrellas, on the theme ‘Water Conservation’ transforming umbrellas into vibrant pieces of art that conveyed the importance of water conservation and protecting natural sources of water for future generations and also sensitizing the impact of water scarcity. 20 teams of 3 students each had participated in the same.

22/09/25 - 23/09/25 - Hand Wash Day (teacher In-charge Ms. Radha)

The NSS Unit of our organized a session on 'Hand Washing' on September 22, 2025. The program was designed to raise awareness about personal hygiene and demonstrate proper hand-washing techniques to students. This initiative aligns with the national goal of promoting cleanliness and sanitation for a healthier India.

The primary objectives of the activities were to educate students on the importance of hand hygiene in preventing the spread of diseases.

The NSS Unit's 'Hand Washing' session during Swachhata Pakhwada 2025 was an impactful event that promoted the values of cleanliness and health.

24/09/205 - 25/09/25 - Swachhata Participation Days Competitions

Wealth out of waste Incharge Ms. Radha - for Arts & Commerce stream.

The NSS Unit of our institution organized a competition on 'Wealth out of waste' on 24 September 2025 for students. The competition was designed to encourage participants in fostering creativity and innovation, promoting environmental conservation through recycling and reuse developing aesthetic and presentation and educating participants in waste management and sustainability. This initiative aligns with the national goal of promoting environmental sustainability and creativity. The primary objectives of the activity were to educate students on the importance of environment and promoting reduce, reuse and recycle (3Rs) principles, environmental conservation and the efficient use of resources.

Around 26 students participated in the same. Following were the winner’s 1st place was secured by Velanie Coelho & Sarah Dais from 12th Arts A, 2nd Second place was secured by Blissya Fernandes & Joanne Dcosta from 12th Com A, 3rd place was secured by Maisha Lobo 12th Arts C.

Digital Poster Making Incharge Ms. Nikita - For Science Stream.

The event required participants to use digital tools to design posters that effectively conveyed the message of cleanliness and sanitation. The theme for the competition was "Don't Wrap Your Future in Plastic" encouraging students to think about how individual and collective actions contribute to a cleaner environment especially for the students of Class XI and XII of the Science streams.

Winner: Class XII Science C (Samarth Kenavdekar) were declared winner demonstrating exceptional adherence to all judging criteria.

The Digital Poster Making Competition was a resounding success, fostering a spirit of creativity and responsibility among the students of Class XI and XII Science. This initiative helped not only in raising awareness but also in demonstrating how technology can be used as a powerful tool for social good.

T-shirt Painting Incharge Ms. Desiree - For Vocational Stream.

The Digital Poster Making Competition was a resounding success, fostering a spirit of creativity and responsibility among the students of Class XI and XII Science. This initiative helped not only in raising awareness but also in demonstrating how technology can be used as a powerful tool for social good.

As part of the Swachhata Pakhwada initiative, the NSS Unit of the school organized a T-shirt painting competition for the students of the Vocational Stream on the theme “Cleanliness”. A total number of 15 students participated in the same. Time: 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Date: 25th September 2025.

Following were the Winners:

26/09/2025 - Personal Hygiene Day (teacher In-charge Ms. Desiree)

As part of the Swachhata Pakhwada initiative, the NSS Unit of the school conducted an awareness talk on Personal Hygiene for the students of Std XII Vocational A&A. They were also shown a video on Personal Hygiene and were asked to make a poster on the same.

30/09 /2025 - Prize Distribution Day (teacher In-charge Mr. Jason)

The prizes for the various competitions held during the Swacchata Pakhwada week from 16th September 2025 to 25th September 2025 is as follows;

Umbrella painting, T-Shirt Painting, Wealth out of waste, Digital poster making and cleanest classroom organized by the NSS Committee of the school. The committee saw a great deal of students participating in the various competitions held and the total no. of winners for all the competitions stands at 31 towards which 31 prizes were allotted.

Informative report on: The plantation drive organized by the NSS Unit of the school.

Venue: St. Xavier’s HSS Mapusa

Time: 10:00 am to 10:30 am

Date: 28th July 2025

Guest for the event: Mr. Joshua De Souza, Hon'ble Dy. Speaker, Goa Legislative Assembly and MLA of Mapusa Constituency

Number of Students present for the occasion: 15

Number of Teachers present for the occasion: 08

Topic for the occasion: Raise awareness among the students about the importance of sustaining and improving the environment.

The event began with welcoming of the Guest for the event: Mr. Joshua De Souza Hon'ble Dy. Speaker, Goa Legislative Assembly and MLA of Mapusa Constituency and the Principal: Ms. Victoria De Souza by the respected teacher followed by planting a sapling in the campus grounds at the hands of the chief guest.

The chief guest for the day spoke on the needs and importances of planting trees for the future generation and for the sustainability of the human race as they provide vital needs towards the growth and development of our ecosystem.

Conclusion: To summarize, the event was a success with students partaking in panting fruit bearing trees and understanding the importance and significance they play in our daily lives.

The following Street play organised by NSS unit of the school

Venue: St Xavier’s HSS Mapusa.

Location: Campus Amphitheatre.

Topic for the occasion was Narcotics and the effects of consuming narcotic, saying No to Drugs and Yes to Life.

Guest/Speaker for the day: Shri. Mohan Rane, Inspector/NCB, Shri. Vijaikant Fadte, Inspector/NCB & Shri. Sushil Sagar, Sepoy/NCB.

Principal welcomed the gathering and spoke about the effect of consuming Narcotics by individuals and repercussions on their families and how it ruins their lives. The guest spoke/guided the students on the effects of consuming Narcotic drugs and International day against drug abuse also advising students to make the country Drug free India.

The number of students who were present were: 120, along with: 35 participants

The number of teachers who attended the event were: 13

On the occasion of the feast of St. John the Baptist on the 26th of June, 2025, the Co-curricular Committee of St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School, Mapusa, organised “Festa de São João”- a day filled with vibrant performances and lively competitions.

The significance of the feast was highlighted during the assembly through a reflective article and a stirring rendition of a song set to the tune of C. Alvares’ iconic São João composition, capturing the joy and deeper meaning of the celebration.

Following this, students participated enthusiastically in a range of traditional competitions, including kopel making, fatti making, gost ukddea tandlancho, and dhali making. The festivities continued with a colourful parade featuring participants from the kopel and fatti making competitions, cultural performers, and dignitaries.

A short cultural programme was held at the amphitheatre. It featured a skit showcasing the traditional and cultural significance of São João, followed by a lively dance performance.

The day’s events were a testament to Goa’s rich cultural heritage, especially its vibrant traditions that come alive during the monsoon season.

The winners of the various competitions are as follows:

WINNERS OF THE KOPEL MAKING COMPETITION

First Place: XII Science D

• Ms. Britney Dias
• Ms. Marushka Noronha
• Ms. Devyanna Lobo

Second Place: XII Arts A

• Ms. Sarah Dias
• Ms. Velanie Coelho
• Ms. Patricia D'Souza

Third Place: XII Science B

• Ms. Nadisha Candolkar
• Ms. Aafiya Alam
• Ms. Srushti Shetgaonkar

WINNERS OF THE FATTI MAKING COMPETITION

First Place: XII Science E

• Ms. Rutva Shetgaonkar
• Ms. Bhagyashree Ghadi
• Ms. Advika Mandrekar

Second Place: XII Arts C

• Ms. Rachita Arolkar
• Ms. Geeta Dabholkar
• Ms. Shreya Kalangutkar

Second Place: XII Travel and Tourism

• Ms. Helena Topno
• Ms. Surekha Parmaj
• Ms. Bharti Jhadav

Third Place: XII Commerce A

• Ms. Preeti Lingudkar
• Ms. Rohini Pawar
• Ms. Divya Gaonkar

WINNERS OF GOST UKDDEA TANDLANCHO

First Place: XII Commerce C

• Devansh Pednekar
• Saket Naik

Second Place: XI Commerce D

• Amey Shetkar
• Madhan BK

Third Place: XII Commerce B

• Yashika Mandrekar
• Divya Jha

WINNERS OF THE DHALI MAKING COMPETITION

First Place: XII Commerce C

• Yabita Braganza
• Nathalia Misquitta
• Sybel Carrasco

Second Place: XII Arts A

• Aakil Shaikh
• Marvico Braganza
• Brandon Fernandes

Third Place: XI Bakery and Confectionery

• Sarah Saldanha
• Jeslyn Lobo
• Jennifer Fernandes

The NSS/YRC Units & Eco Club of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Mapusa observed Van Mahotsav Week on 6th July,2024 on the School Campus. The Vice-Principal of the Vocational Stream, Mr. Brian Duarte addressed the gathering and spoke of the importance of Van Mahotsav Week.
Mr. Nilkant Shet, Former Chemistry Teacher was the Chief Guest of the day. In his address, the Chief Guest spoke about the importance of plants& appealed students to nurture them like children. He spoke of the beauty of nature that has the ability to transform violent person into a calm one tackling pollution by planting more trees. The program conclude with planting of fig tree by the Chief Guest & the students planted different medicinal plants.

The NSS/ YRC and Eco Club of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Mapusa celebrated International Yoga Day on 21st June, 2024 at 9:00a.m. in the Ark Hall.
Adv. Vaibhav Pilankar, an Art of Living Teacher was invited as the resource person on the occasion. The resource person demonstrated yog asanas and pranayam to the students and encouraged the students to practice yoga and breathing exercises on a daily basis. The session was attended by students of XI Arts & Commerce.