Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School exclusively for girls, situated on the Dona Paula Plateau was established on 13th June 1990, offering all the three streams i.e. Arts, Commerce and Science.
One of the main purposes of this Higher Secondary School is to enable young girls to continue their studies in an atmosphere conducive to the needs of their age group and assist them in growth towards maturity as a preparation for their future prospects.
The medium of instruction is English. It prepares students for the H.S.S.C. Examination and is affiliated to the Goa Board of Secondary and Higher Secondary School.
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Latest Happenings at Our School
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Karate Tournament
In the Karate Tournament organised by Directorate of Spots and Youth Affairs our students participated and won laurels for the institution Karishma Oli – Gold medal, Shanvika Shirodkar – Silver Medal
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Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary Celebrated
On the 7th of October, Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, Dona Paula, celebrated the Feast of its patron with joy and devotion. The day began with a solemn procession followed by a Holy Mass, celebrated by Rev. Fr. Joseph Vaz. The entire school community participated in the Eucharistic Celebration The mass was…
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Blossoming Ideas
Under the Vasundhara Eco Club of Our Lady of The Rosary Higher Secondary School an exhibition cum competition was organised for the students to showcase their creativity using discarded plant parts. The title was ” Blossoming Ideas”More than 150 exhibits made by students were displayed under three different categories: Decorative items, utility items and ecological…
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Senior Citizen Day Celebrated
On the occasion of Senior Citizens Day, students of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School visited Sneh Mandir, a home for senior citizens in Ponda. The students entertained the inmates by playing games and performing cultural items.Manager Suman Samant and 40 senior citizens witnessed the event. The programme was co-ordinated by teacher Mrs…
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Intra Mural Volleyball
Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School organised a Intra Mural Volleyball for the students of Std XI and XII. Std XI emerged winners
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Nasha Mukt Bharat
The Anti-Tobacco Cell of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, organised a talk for the students of Std XI and XII Arts, Commerce and Science on the topic “Nasha Mukt Bharat”. The resource person was Dr. Sachin Prabhu from Bhramakumaris
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Visit to N.I.O.
The students of XI Science from our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School visited National Institute of Oceanography; Dona Paula accompanied by Teacher Mrs. Deepa U. on 26th September 2024, CSIR Foundation Day. It was an opportunity for students to visit the laboratories and gain knowledge about the various projects undertaken, visit the science…
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Street Play
Konkani students of XII Science from Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, Dona Paula performed a Street Play to create awareness of Swacchatta at Mira Mar Beach organised by Goa Science Centre as a part of Swacchtta hi seva campaign on 26th September 2024 Konkani Teacher Mrs. Sucheta Pai trained the participants and…
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Karate Tournament
Karishma Oli & Sanvika Shirodkar won 1 place gold medal at Inter Zone Karate Tournament 2024 organised by Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, Panaji on 25th September 2024
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N.S.S. Day
The NSS Day is celebrated on 24th September each year across the country. The NSS Unit of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary observed the day by organising a talk for the NSS volunteers of Std XI Arts , Commerce and Science. The Guest Speaker for the day was noted environmentalist Mr. Rajendra Kerkar
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French Language Quiz
As a part of the European day of Languages a Quiz on French Language was held for the French students of Our lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School. Ms. Jemima Assunta Fernandes Assistant Professor of French and Francophone Studies University was the Quiz Master on 24th September 2024 The morning assembly was based on…
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Talk on Road Safety
The Consumer Welfare Club of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School organised a talk on Road Safety by Sub Inspector Mr. Tukaram Mandrekar for the students of Std XI Arts, Commerce and Science Teacher in Charge of Consumer Club Mrs. Bemvinda Fernandes organised the session
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Guldasta
Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School organised an inter religious programme titled Guldasta in collaboration with Solidarity Forum of Society of Pilar. Principal Sr. Manisha Parmar welcomed the gathering The speakers were Dr. Fr. Elvis Fernandes, Scholastic Robinson Pacheco and Architect Tallulah D’Silva
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Visit to Nestle Factory
Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School organised a visit to Nestle Factory Bicholim for the students of Std XII Commerce. Mrs Bemvinda Fernandes organised and accompanied the students. Mrs. Sandra Silveria also accompanied the students
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Debate Competition
In the Inter Higher School Debate Competition organised by CTN higher Secondary, Curchorem , two students Miss Nicole Rosario and Carmen Fernandes from class XII Arts participated. The topic for the competition was ” Should Historic Sites and Tourists Spots be modernised to boost tourism in Goa” They received participation certificates. The students were guided…
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Careers in Indian Navy
The Academic Committee of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School organsied a talk on careers in the Indian Navy for the students of XI and XII Arts, Commerce and Science. The resource personnel were officers from the Indian Navy
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Childrens’ Rights
The POSH Committe of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School organised a talk on Childrens Rights in Goa for the students of XI and XII Arts, Commerce and Science. The Resource Person was Dr. Mrunmayi Vaidya Professor from V. M. Salgaokar College, Mira Mar Goa on 17th September 2024 Teachers In Charge: mrs.…
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Hindi Day
Hindi Diwas was celebrated at Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, Dona Paula on 14th September 2024 under the guidance of Hindi teacher Dr. Deepti Dipakant Chatin Aldonkar. Students presented a PPT on Hindi language and Literature. Famous poem of Shri. Sohanlal Dwivedi was recited by student Gehna Khatib. A special street play…
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Teachers Day
Teachers’ day Celebration at Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, Dona Paula
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Nature Trail
A nature trail was organised sor the students of Our Lady Of The Rosary H.S.S Dona Paula on 3rd September 2024 under the Vasundhara Eco club by in charge teacher Mrs.Sujata N.Nayak. The purpose of this nature trail was to throw seed bombs prepared by the students usung local seeds of fruit bearing trees like…
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Taekwondo Tournament
The students of Our Lady of the Rosary HSS participated in the Taekwondo State Level Tournament organised by Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, on 29th August 2024 and won laurels for the institution. Divya Talwar (XII Commerce) and Ankita Tandia (XII Arts) won Silver Medal , Swela Monteiro (XII Arts) and Chhabirani Dhal (XI…
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National Sports Day
National Sports Day in India is celebrated on August 29th each year to honor the birth anniversary of Major Dyan Chand, one of the greatest hockey players of all time. To mark the occasion Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, Dona Paula organised a talk under the Dona Paula Super School Complex for…
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Football Tournament
In the inter Higher Secondary School U-19 Football Tournament organised by Directorate of Sports and youth Affairs, Panjim emerged winners. The tournament was held on Santa Cruz Grounds on 28th August 2024
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Healthy Snack Making Competition
The NSS Unit of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School Heathy Snack Making Competition for the students of Std XI Arts, Commerce and Science. 32 students participated in the competition on 28th August 2024 Programme Officers Mrs. Rosy Soares, Mrs. Medha Sopte and Ms. Manjiri Salgaokar were inharge of the competition.
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Portuguese Programme
Mr. Paulo Gomes, the esteemed Director of Fundaᾶo Oriente in Goa visited our institution. The session was graced by the presence of Principal Sr. Manisha Parmar and Portuguese teacher Mrs. Melvina Fernandes. The students put a cultural Programme on the occasion. The visit was a wonderful opportunity for everyone involved to connect ides
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Careers in Law
The Consumer Welfare Club of Our Lady of the rosary Higher Secondary School organised a talk on “Careers in Law”,for the students Std XI Arts,Commerce and Science on 27th August 2024. The speaker was Dr. Ranjana Ferrao Souza Cordeiro, Professor at V.M. Salgaokar College of Law , Mira Mar,Goa
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Sepak Takraw
The Sepak Takraw Team won Second Place in the Inter Zone Sepak takraw Tournament organised by Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School won the U-19 Zonal Level Girls Inter Higher Secondary School Sepak Takraw Tournament organised by Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs held on 13th August…
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A Workshop on Preparation of Seed Bombs
Teacher incharge, Mrs.Sujata N. Nayak conducted a workshop for the students on how to produce seed bombs. She demonstrated the technique using different local seeds like thst of Jackfruit, Jamun, Seetaphal, Ramphal, Tefla, Bel fruit etc. Soil and Compost was used as a binding material.Students later prepared 200 seed bombs which dried for storing to…
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Project on Microgreens
Miss Aaliyah Gonsalves and Miss Suprabha Shirodkar from class 12th Science participated in the science project on Microgreens and won the Third place at St.Francis Xavier High School during their annual 32nd Plant Festival on 24th August ’24.Teacher in charge Mrs.Sujata N.Nayak, Biology teacher guided and trained the students. Miss. Nishka Gauns, Miss Reshma Pawar,…
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Visit to Sanvedana Ashram
The Konkani students of Std XII visited Sanvedana Ashram Parra , Mapusa Bardez Goa. They spent the evening with the inmates by singing songs, dancing and giving them gifts, The entire programme was orchestrated by Konkani Teacher Mrs. Sucheta Pai. Teacher Ms. Manjiri Salgaokar and Bed trainee Miss Kiran Pandit accompanied
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A Workshop on Microgreens
Teacher incharge, Mrs.Sujata N. Nayak conducted a workshop for the students on how to produce microgreens.She demonstrated the technique using different media like water, cocopeat, soil, gunny bags, tissue papers, compost and soil. Importance of microgreens as super food rich in nutrition was explained.
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Talk on Legal Metrology
The Consumer Welfare Club of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondar School a talk for the students of Std XI Arts, Commerce and Science on “Legal Metrology”. The speaker was Mr. Vilas Khanolkar from Department of Weights and Measures, Government of Goa on 22nd August 2024. Teacher in Charge: Ms. Bemvinda Fernandes
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Mock Elections
Mock elections were conducted for Class Xi Arts, Science and Commerce to elect President and Vice President for each class
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Raksha Bandhan
Raksha Bandhan was celebrated by the N.S.S. volunteers of Std XI by tying Rakhis to the inmates of Peace Haven, School for Special Children, Cranzalem . Principal Sr. Manisha Parmar, NSS Programme Officers Ms. Medha Borkar, Ms. Manjiri Salgaokar were also present on the occasion
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HIV and AIDS Awareness
The Red Ribbon Club and Anti-Tobacco Commitee organised a talk on AIDS Awareness and Harmful Effects of Tobacco by Dr. Jagdish Kakodkar. For the students of XI &XII Arts, Commerce and Science The teachers in charge were Mrs. Deepa U. Teacher in charge of Red Ribbon Club and Mrs. Sucheta Pai Teacher in Charge Anti-Tobacco…
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PTA Executive Body
Manager Sr. Bridgit D’Souza President Sr. Manisha Parmar Vice President Mrs. Esther Norris Treasurer- Mrs. Catherine R. Dantes Secretary Dr. Deepti D. Chatin Aldonkar Teacher representatives Mrs. Deepa U Mrs. Tabitha Lobo/Mrs. Seninah Barreto Parent members Mr. Riyas Babu Mrs. Annabella Ferrer Mr. Rajendra Gauns Mrs. Shaina Shah Mrs. Firoza Narangi Mrs. Kavita Vaibhav Borkar…
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Independence Day
Chief Guest for the occasion was Mrs. Alison Rosario mother of the General Secretary of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, Miss Nicole Rosario
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Toppers Felicitated
The Dona Paula Super School Complex felicitated the students of the member schools as well as Our lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School. The member schools – Our lady of the Rosary High School, Dona Paula and Government High School Dona Paula on the occasion Independence Day,15th August 2024 Toppers from the three streams…
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Har Gahar Tiranga
The NSS volunteers and NSS Programme officers of Our Lady of the Rosary HSS participated in Har Ghar Tiranga Rally organised by Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs from Azad Maidan to Kala Academy on 13th August 2023 Teachers in Charge: Mrs. Rosy Soares (NSS PO), Mrs. Medha Borkar (NSS PO ) Mr. Vikrant Shirodkarkar…
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Folk Dance Competition
Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School organised an inter-class Folk Dance Competition to foster the ideal of unity in diversity on 13th August 2024 First Place XI Science and XII Commerce Second Place XII Science Third Place XI Arts
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National Deworming Day
Our Lady if the Rosary HSS observed National Deworming Day on 13th August 2024. 23 students from XI XII Arts, XI XII Commerce, XI XII Science consumed Deworming Tablets. Teacher’s Incharge: Mr.Chandrakant Raikar, Mrs. Medha Borkar
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Poster Competiton
The Red Ribbon Club of Our Lady of the Rosary HSS organised a Poster Competiton for the students of std XI and XII Arts, Science and Commerce on 12th August 2024. The theme for the competition was AIDS Awareness. The judges for the competition were Mrs. Sandra Silveira and Mrs. Merlena Noronha The Prize winners…
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Tiranga Yatra
As a part of Har Ghar Tiranga under the directives of Directorate of Education Our Lady of the Rosary HSS organised a rally holding the Indian National Flag from the Higher Secondary School to Caranzalem Petrol Pump and back
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Fire Safety
Session on Fire Safety was held for the students of XI and XII Arts, Science and Commerce by Personnel from Department of Fire Safety. Students learnt about Fire Management and to use various fire extinguishers Teachers In Charge: Ms. Sucheta Pai and Ms. Deepa U.
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Health Check Up Camp
Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, Dona Paula organised a Health check-up camp in collaboration with Urban Health Centre Panjim students on 8th August 2023 and Anaemia Detection Camp on 10th August 2024 Nodal Officers Mr. Chandrakant Raikar and Mrs. Medha Sopte were Teachers in Charge
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Installation Ceremony -Vasundara Eco Club
The installation ceremony of Vasundhara Eco Club was held on 7th Aug 2024 at 10.00 a.m in the school hall.It began with a meaningful prayers Song video about mother nature playing on the projector.The dignitaries, teachers and students were welcomed by the Compere Miss Aliya Fernandes of 12th Science. Principal Sr. Manisha Parmar, Head of…
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Investiture Ceremony Actizen Club
The Investiture Ceremony of the Actizen Club was held on 8th August 20242
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National Space Day
Two of our students from XII Science participated in the National Space 2024 on 26th July 2024 organised by Goa University in Association with the Master Control Facility of ISRO Hassan, Karnataka. Theme for the event was “Touching lives while touching the Moon” They participated in the Quiz Competition and lectures.
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Session for Students of Std XII
A session on the topic Spiritual Guidance and Relationships for students of XII Arts, Science and Commerce was conducted. The resource personnel were Mrs. Christine and Fr. Ivon
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PTA General Body Meeting
The Parent Teacher Association Annual General Body of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, Dona Paula was held on 20th July 2024 at 8:30 am in the school hall. The meeting was lead by the P.T.A. President Sr. Manisha Parmar. The Secretary Dr. Deepti Dipakant Chatin Aldonkar thanked the outgoing Executive body members…
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Career Guidance
Our Lady of the Rosary Higher School organised a Career Guidance Session for students of Std XII Arts, Commerce and Science by Alpha Minds 11th July 2024
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Intra Mural Tournaments
🏸 Badminton Top 10 Finalists of Intra Mural Badminton Tournament Finalists of Intra Mural Badminton Tournament
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Substance Abuse
Counsellor Ms. Shreya Borkar conducted a session for the students on the topic Substance Abuse
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Felicitation: Moments of Pride
Miss Reboni Araujo was felicitated by Rajhauns Publications, Panaji for scoring 100/100 marks in Political Science and highest marks in French 98/100 at the March Goa Examiantions 2024, along with her French Teacher Ms Celia Fernandes and parents.
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Taluka Level Chess Tournament
Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School participated in Chess Tournament on 12th Jukly 2024 organised by Directorate of Sports and Youth Affairs, Government of Goa
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N.S.S. Enrolment Ceremony 2024
‘The enrolment ceremony of the N.S.S. Unit of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary Schoo was held on 13th July 2024 in the higher secondary school hall. The ceremony began with a prayer dance and lighting of the traditional lamp. Chairperson of the N.S.S. unit Sr. Manisha Parmar welcomed the gathering. The Chief Guest…
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World Youth Skills Day
Class XI Commerce students of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary Paula participated in the World Youth Skills Day on 11th July2024 accompanied by Teacher Seninha Barretto, a programme organised for the purpose of showcasing diverse skills of different artisans and students present in our State of Goa and also for their felicitation .Our…
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Tree Planting
The NSS Unit of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School organised a tree planting drive in association with Yuva Panjim and Uzvaad on 10th July 2024 in the school campus. Around 20 fruit bearing and flowering plants were planted in the premises and also distributed amongst the students.
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Van Mohatsava
On the occasion of Van Mahotsav observed during the first week of July, the B. Ed student teachers from PES College of education Ponda organised the assembly. The interns emphasised the significance of the day thorough an informative video, followed by an article. The student teachers also presented the school with a flowering plant. The…
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Inauguration of Cricket Nets
Cricket Nets were inaugurated in our camps on 26th June 2024 at the hands of the Principal S. Jenet Almeida in the presence of Mr. Amlon Dsouza parent of our ex-student Nolma Dsouza who represented our higher secondary school at various school tournaments and staff member Mr.Dharaprasad Oli
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A Pleasant Welcome
Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, Dona Paula joyfully welcomed our newly appointed Principal, Sr. Manisha Parmar on 1st July 2024
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May Your Path Be Paved with God’s Light
On 28th June 2024 the management and staff of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School organised a farewell programme to the Principal, Sr. Jenet Almeida on her superannuation.A mass with the theme “May Your Path be Paved with God’s Light”followed by a felicitation programme was held.Students performed various entertainment items class wise.
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General Body Meeting – Super School Complex June 2024
Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, Dona Paula as the lead school of the Dona Paula Super School Complex held their General Body Meeting on 22nd June 2024.Sr. Jenet Almeida, Principal of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School, and Mrs. Shubha Vaze, Teacher, Government High School, Dona Paula were acknowledged upon…
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Investiture Ceremony Student Council 2024-25
The Investiture Ceremony of the Students’ Council was held on 20th June 2024 in the School Theme: Lead us with Love STUDENT’S COUNCIL 2024-25 Student Council 2024-25Student Councilor Mrs. Sunita George General Secretary Nicole Rosario Deputy Gen Secretary Lalita OliSports Secretary Karishma OliDeputy Sports Secretary Vianna FernandesN.S.S. Secretary Trisha K.C.Joint N.S.S. Secretary Geet BogatiXII Arts…
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Prize Distribution Ceremony
The toppers of the 3 streams were awarded with certificates and cash prizes at the hands of the Chief Guest Ms. Adriana Fernandes and Principal Sr. Jenet Almeida . Parents of the toppers were also felicitated. Reboni Araujo Topper Arts Stream 94.16% Miss Janice Fernandes Topper of Topper Commerce Stream 90.83% Miss Rashmita Palkar Topper…
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Handmade Card Making Competition
The NSS of Our Lady of the Rosary Higher Secondary School organised a handmade Card Making Competition on 2nd July for the students of XI Arts, Science and Commerce. the winners were awarded prizes.
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Welcome Program
Our university organize student welcome program on every year. This program will help to introduce the students with each other and can share their ideas, feelings and many more. This program is going to held on coming next Sunday. Every students, staff, faculties and parents are welcome.
Meritorious Students
Latest Happenings at Our School
Miss Mary Jane
12th Science ’24
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Miss Mary Jane
12th Science ’24
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12th Science ’24
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The Higher Secondary School stands for academic excellence, development of skills and character formation with a view to training citizens, distinguished for their all round development and sincere commitment to God and Country.
Our students have performed excellently in sports at the State level, the National level, as well as at International level. Spiritual formation of the students is promoted through watch word at the school assembly, Value Education classes and Renewal Session once a year.
Students are encouraged to participate in various intra and inter Higher Secondary School competitions such as Elocution, Dance, Singing, Essay writing, Painting, Quiz etc.