St Therese Composite PU College

Belthangady is a beautiful town just at the foothills of the Western Ghats. St Therese Convent, a community of Ursuline Franciscan Sisters, is just opposite the Most Holy Redeemer parish church at Belthangady. It is on the Mangalore – Dharmasthala route. It was in 1945 that the Ursuline Franciscan Sisters started sowing the seeds of quality education in the parish school. They were invited there by Rev. Fr E.P. Dias.

Though in the year 1965 Kannada Medium High School was started by Ursuline Franciscan Education Society, it was only in 2011 that it was upgraded into a college. The request for starting the college came again from the parents. The Annual General Body Meeting of the Parent Teacher Association of ST. Therese High School was the forum for the parents to appeal for a Pre University College as this meeting is usually presided over by the Secretary or the Deputy Secretary of Educational Society.

Investing in an educational institution is always a liability. The Mangalore Province had to make a costly decision. Sr. Theresia Serra the Headmistress and Sr. Lilly Pinto, The Deputy Secretary, worked hard hand in hand to obtain the permission from the Government of Karnataka. On June 10, 2011, permission was granted to start a composite Pre University College with Arts and Commerce sections and Sr. Theresia Serra, The Headmistress of Kannada High School, by virtue of its composition became the Principal of the College too.

Sr. Shalini D’Souza, Sr. Laveena Jyothi D’Souza and Sr. Shanthi Ancilla Pereira made up the staff. As Sr. Theresia had to manage two High Schools simultaneously Sr. Laveena Jyothi D’Souza took up the responsibility of Pre University College which she did with utmost diligence and dedication. The college made history as the first batch of 29 students walked out with 100% results securing first place in the Taluk in April 2013.Not only that St. Therese Pre University College has secured 100% results in the year 2014-15 too.

A convenient spacious, beautiful building well equipped staff and other facilities draw the students from neighboring high schools to St. Therese Pre University College. The Mangalore Province has strained its funds to finance the construction. Since the college is flourishing it requires a canteen, and to introduce science stream. At present there are 89 students enrolled for commerce and Arts. Sr. Laveena D’Souza was appointed in 2015 as Principal of this institution.

Year of establishment: 10-06-2011
Permission Order: No. ED114.SHH.2011 Bangalore, Dated 10-06-2011
Present Strength: 182
Cumulative Strength of Students from 2011: 366

Though in the year 1965 Kannada Medium High School was started by Ursuline Franciscan Education Society, it was only in 2011 that it was upgraded into a college. The request for starting the college came again from the parents. The Annual General Body Meeting of the Parent Teacher Association of ST. Therese High School was the forum for the parents to appeal for a Pre University College as this meeting is usually presided over by the Secretary or the Deputy Secretary of Educational Society.

Investing in an educational institution is always a liability. The Mangalore Province had to make a costly decision. Sr. Theresia Serra the Headmistress and Sr. Lilly Pinto, The Deputy Secretary, worked hard hand in hand to obtain the permission from the Government of Karnataka. On June 10, 2011, permission was granted to start a composite Pre University College with Arts and Commerce sections and Sr. Theresia Serra, The Headmistress of Kannada High School, by virtue of its composition became the Principal of the College too.

Sr. Shalini D’Souza, Sr. Laveena Jyothi D’Souza and Sr. Shanthi Ancilla Pereira made up the staff. As Sr. Theresia had to manage two High Schools simultaneously Sr. Laveena Jyothi D’Souza took up the responsibility of Pre University College which she did with utmost diligence and dedication. The college made history as the first batch of 29 students walked out with 100% results securing first place in the Taluk in April 2013. Not only that St. Therese Pre University College has secured 100% results in the year 2014-15 too.

A convenient spacious, beautiful building well equipped staff and other facilities draw the students from neighboring high schools to St. Therese Pre University College. The Mangalore Province has strained its funds to finance the construction. Since the college is flourishing it requires a canteen, and to introduce science stream. At present there are 182 students enrolled for commerce and Arts. Sr. Laveena D’Souza was appointed in 2015 as Principal of this institution.

The Sisters with their sensitivity foresaw the danger of many girls discontinuing their studies owing to the risks involved in commuting long distances to schools. So, the Sisters daringly started St Therese High School especially for girls in 1965. Mr U. MadhavaNayak was the first headmaster. In its infancy stage the School was located in the Church Higher Primary School Hall building. After a considerable struggle the present building was constructed during the tenure of Sr Gertrude D’Sa as the headmistress. This dream of having its own building on our own land was realized as the result of the goodwill of Miss Rossi Gollman of Germany through the instrumentality of Rev. Fr Edwin Pinto in 1979. Though in the beginning it was a Girls’ High School, later in 1983 boys too were admitted as there was no high school in the neighbourhood for the boys and from then on co-education has been in existence.

Right from the beginning the School has striven to form dutiful citizens, the result being a rush for admissions. Karnataka is experiencing a challenging time for the Kannada medium School. Yet on the contrary St Therese Kannada Medium School has proved otherwise. So far (2014) 3,556 students have passed from this School and at present 466 students are being imparted value based education here. Many students have brought name and fame to the School. Many of them are well placed in society in various parts of the country and abroad as well. Among these Mrs Shakunthala is functioning as the Deputy Director of Women and Social Welfare Department, Mangalore. In 1976 Miss UshaPrabhu represented the State by winning Battery A with 3 stars in NPED exams. Namitha D had bagged the 10th rank in the SSLC Board Examination of 1986. Miss Jayaprabha had shared the stage with Late DrRajkumar in background singing for Cinemas. In the year 1989-90 and 2004-05 the School obtained 100% results. In the year 2009 St Therese High School was honoured as the best Aided High School in BelthangadyTaluk. MrGangadhara N, the Kannada Teacher, was honoured with District Level Best Teacher award in 2008.

Sisters Claudia Tauro (01.06.66-16.06.1974 & 01.07.86-30.06.91), Gertrude D’Sa (15.06.74-31.05.81 & 01.07.91-10.04.94), FlaviaTauro (01.06.81-30.06.86), Nirmala Mathias (11.04.94-30.08.99), Marie Therese (acting 01.09.99-31.03.2000), Leena L. Rodrigues (acting 01.04.2000-31.05.2003), Linet D’Souza (01.06.2003-31.11.2006), Hilda Clotti (acting 01.12.2006-30.06.2007) and Theresia Serra (01.07.2007-28.02.2013) were the previous headmistresses of this School. The memory of their yeoman service is imprinted deep and cherished in the hearts of the students of St Therese and the people of Belthangady. At present SrAnitha D’ Souza a person of multiple talents is the headmistress. The Management trusts that she will bring to realization the many dreams of the Institution.

The dedicated enthusiastic teachers have found a very honourable place in the hearts of the students. As the Golden Jubilee of the establishment of the School is awaited next year (2014-15) a series of programmes are in the planning stage, to implore the blessings of the Lord through the intercession of the patroness St Theresa of Child Jesus, and mark this golden milestone of the Institution, in letters of Gold.

AUGUST 2024

August 10^th 2024: St Theresa Composite PU college Belthangady hosted its Annual PTA General Body Meeting on Saturday, August 10^th, in the college hall, drawing a large gathering of parents.

12th August 2024: “Nasha Mukta Abhiyan” (नशा मुक्त अभियान) is a Hindi phrase that translates to “Drug-Free Campaign” or “Addiction-Free Campaign” in English. It is an initiative by the Indian government and various organizations aimed at raising awareness about the harmful effects of substance abuse and promoting a drug-free society

August 15 was a great day and a proud moment for every Indian. St.Theresa Composite PU College staff and students were all set to commemorate the sovereignty of our nation along with the St Therese High school. Everyone on the campus was geared up & enthused for the momentous occasion.

Medicinal Plant Competition was held on 19^th August 2024. A good number of students participated in it. Varieties of medicinal plants were collected and exhibited by the students. Thus participants will have the opportunity to explore various medicinal plants, share insights, and showcase their understanding of the healing power of nature.

JULY 2024

July 18th 2024: We are living today in a world of breathtaking change. It is an inevitable part of life, affecting every fibre of our being and education. These changes demand a 21st Century teacher for a new breed of teachers, capable of meeting the demands and challenges of the new millennium. With this in mind , St Theresa Composite PU College Belthangady arranged a day’s workshop for the faculty. An enriching session by Mr Vincent Pinto, the Director of Catholic Co-operative Society Belthangady made the session very interesting, experiential and made the faculty even more enthusiastic by his insight – filled talk to imbibe the Theresian spirit of education imparting compassionate face of God to our students and strive for excellence.

July 29th 2024: As a part of the curriculum. on 29th July 2024 the students of St Theresa Composite PU College were acquainted with the legal concepts of POCSO Act and also Prohibition of Child Marriage. These issues are often in the news and the children under 18 should be educated about the prevailing evils of society.    Mrs Sunitha, the women head constable from Belthangady Police Station addressed the students and highlighted the features of POCSO Act and also mentioned the various situations in our day to day life where the girls are abused. She also expressed about the severity of punishment for child marriage and yet, it exists in our Indian culture for commercial benefits. The outcome of the programme was good and the students and the lecturers liked the session very much.

In a harmonious blend of nature and education, St Theresa composite PU college celebrated the tree planting festival ‘Vanamahotsava’ and various clubs inaugurated  on 11/07/2024. The college hall was transformed into a vibrant haven of environmental awareness and given fervor, embodying our mission to “uphold environmental preservation”. The event began with a solemn prayer service focused on nature protection, setting a reflective and reverent tone for the day. The festivities unfolded with a captivating welcome dance, showcasing cultural expression and paying homage to a nature. Culminating the event, the ceremonial planting of a sapling by the chief guest Mr. Shridhar the ACF of Belthangady block, symbolized growth, renewal and the commitment to a greener future. This act served as a tangible representation of the days core message, reinforcing the importance of tree planting in combating climate change. The Various Clubs have performed verities of program.

Investiture Ceremony was held on 01/07/2024. Mrs Akshatha a Social study teacher of St Therese  High School was the chief guest and delivered a apt message about the importance and functioning of cabinet and the rules and responsibilities of the cabinet members. Sr Arogya The principal honored all the members of the cabinets with Sash and inaugurated cabinet in a creative manner.

JUNE 2024

Freshers Day was celebrated on 27/06/2024 in our college from 2.30pm to 4.10pm. Students of II year both Science and Commerce has taken the lead under the guidance of their respective class guides and performed a variety of programs as well as entertained by games. Made this day a memorable one.

 Orientation for the students was organized on 22/6/2024 to all the I and II p u c students. Rev Fr Cyril Augustine was the resource person who inspired our students on various aspects of life. He focused on how to focus on our goal and how to set the goal. All the staff was present for the same.

International Yoga Day was celebrated on 21/06/2024 in our college . All the students and teachers took active part in it. Mrs Zeeta Dsouza took initiative to lead the group to perform yogas and explained the benefits of those Asanas.

 

St Theresa composite P U college Belthangady commenced the new academic year 2024-25 on 01/06/2024. And inauguration of the academic year 2024-25 and welcoming the new comer’s to the college was held on 3/6/2024. Sr Theresia Shera the correspondent was the president of the program and Sr Jacintha Barreto , the superior was the chief guest. All the Lecturers and students of II PUC were organized this program. All the lecturers were introduced to the new comer’s. A day of faculty orientation program was organized to all the staff both PUC and High school of our institution. Sr Dimple Dsouza UFS the AEP Program Coordinator of Hubli Province was the resource person of the day. She enlightened our staff with various activity which helped them to update themselves. It was really a very informative session. After the Program as a mark of gratitude to God and to one another for the hard work to secure 100% results we as a Theresian family had a high meal together.

FEBRUARY 2024

03/02/2024 we had organized farewell day for the II PUC commerce the outgoing batch. Program was beautifully planned and executed by the I PUC students under the direction of their class teachers. Various cultural events were put up. Attractive games were conducted for the students and winners in the games were awarded with prizes. St Theresa composite P U college Belthangady commenced the new academic year school displayed the beautiful and meaningful program on the day.

 JANUARY 2024

26/01/2024 we celebrated republic day along with St Therese High School. The flag was hosted by SrTheresia Sherra the correspondent of our institution and thereafter delivered apt message of the day’s event. Our students involved in singing and the students of high school displayed the beautiful and meaningful program on the day.

 DECEMBER 2023

23/12/2023 We celebrated Christmas in our college. All our students have given a beautiful cultural program and given a apt message for Christmas. All students and staff took active part in this celebration. Indeed, it was a joyful day to all of us.

NOVEMBER 2023

28/11/2023 College Annual day was celebrated in our school ground. Rev Sr Juliana Pais Coordinator for education presided over the Function. Mr. Girish K.H Chairman Kumbashree Education Institute, SrTheresia Sherra the Correspondent ,SrJacintha Baretto the Superior and Mr Joseph the vice president of PTA were the chief guests. Students were honored with a prizes for their achievements. Students had opportunity to exhibit their talents through various cultural events.

18/11/2023 Annual sports meet was organized for our students. This event was inaugurated by Mr. Alwyn Jerome D Souza vice president of Catholic Sabha Mangalore Diocese, and presided over by Jacintha Barreto Superior of St Therese Convent Belthangady. All our staff and students actively participated in the event and made the day a memorable one.

13/11/2023 Children’s day was celebrated. All the lecturers actively involved and made the children happy with their colorful cultural events. On the same day we had Deepavali celebration . To mark this day  Students gave cultural events and Principal gave an apt message for the students and highlighted the importance of both the events.

11/11/2023 College had organized various competitions for our students such as Best out of waste, Quiz competition, Solo dance competition and Fancy dress competition. Good Number of students took part in it and won the prizes.

7/11/2023 It was very important day for us as we had college inspection by the management. Team of inspectors namely Rev Sr Juliana Pais Coordinator for education Mangalore Province, Rev Sr Lilly Pinto the former Secretary of UFES, Sr Judith Saldanha and Mrs. Nisha staff from Assisi Central School were with us. They observed the classes of teachers, checked all the school documents, and met the staff. They appreciated the Principal and staff both teaching and non-teaching and gave their valuable suggestions for the improvement

4/11/2023  The long awaited dream has been fulfilled in the history of St Theresa Composite PU college of opening the Science Stream. It was the remarkable day all of us. As we had officially inaugurated the Science Combination. The Program was presided and inaugurated by Rev Sr Juliana Pais The Coordinator of Education, Sr Theresia Shera The Correspondent, The PTA Vice President Mr. Joseph, Sr Jacintha Barreto The Superior of St Therese Convent, Sr Leena Dsouza the head mistress of St Therese High School, Dr Herald Noronha the Coordinator for science, And Sr Arogya The Principal Of st Therese Pu college were beatified the stage. This Program was witnessed by our SSLC students of our high school, students of our college, staff of our institution, PTA members and parents. The Programs was ended with a short entertainment in program.

3/11/2023 Worksop on child protection and community awareness drive on digital safety was organized by the Capuchin KrishikSeva Kendra VimukthiBelthangady. Both students and staff benefited from this programme. It was more of personal were students got various types techniques to defend themselves.

 OCTOBER  2023

02/10/2023 Gandhi Jayanthi was celebrated in our college. All the Lecturers and non-teaching staff and the students were present for the program . As a mark of respect all the staff and students offered flowers to the portrait of Gandhiji.

 SEPTEMBER 2023

15/09/2023 International Democracy was celebrated. All the students and lecturers active part in reading the preamble of our constitution.

09/09/2023 College parliament session was held. All the students took active part in it and appreciated the students for their good behavior and discipline and given suggestion for the implement

05/09/2023 Teachers day celebration was conducted with the beautiful prayer service by the students. Various entertainment programme and games were conducted for the teachers and honored all the teachers with a memento.

AUGUST 2023

15/08/2023 Independence was celebrated along with St Therese High School, staff and students. After the flag hosting ceremony we conducted collage completion for our students.

04/08/2023 The PTA general body meeting was held .Sr Dr Judith Luwis was the resource person addressed the gathering on the current issues. And on the same day we have honored the top scorers of our college Vinitha Miranda II PU Com was felicitated and other distinction holders were also felicitated.

JULY 2023

On 15/07/2023 various clubs such as Eco, Cultural, ELC and Science Club were inaugurated. Each clubs gave a short entertainment programme to highlight the importance of the club. It was really creative and wonderful programme.

On 15/07/2023 Fresher’s day was celebrated in our college. II PU Com students took initiative with help of the teacher’s organized beautiful program. All the first PU students were officially and warmly welcomed to the college.

JUNE 2023

30/6/2023 newly elected and formed cabinet was inaugurated. All the new leaders took oath on this day. Tejakshi from IIBcom was elected as CPL and Sai Rohan from I com elected as ACPL and all other ministers were selected .And explained the responsibilities of each section.

On 21/06/2023 The International Yoga day was celebrated.  All students actively participated on the event. Sr Arogya the principal of the college has given importance and benefits of the yoga.

05/06/2023 the World Environment Day was celebrated and a short program was put up so to bring awareness among the students. Sr Arogya the principal has given apt message on the days event.

MAY 2023

27/05/2023 organized orientation program for the lecturers and teachers of St Therese PU college and St Therese High school. Nearly 30 of our staff benefitted from this program. Mrs Malini Hebbar the lecturer of St Agnes college was the Resource person of the day.

JANUARY 2022

St. Therese Composite P.U College celebrated the 73rd Republic day in the college campus on 26th January 2022.Students and staff members gathered in the college campus, for the flag hoisting ceremony.

St. Therese P.U College celebrated the Decennial celebration on 16^th January 2022. Rev Sr Susheela Sequeira was the chief guest of the day. There were different forms of dance, songs in different languages. It was a chance for the students to shine. The  program ended with distribution of lunch to the students, guests and wonderful memories lingering everybody’s minds.

DECEMBER 2021

On 25th December our college organized a Christmas celebration.  The ceremony began with a prayer service. Various programs were organized. After that  student disguised as Santa Claus came with a bag containing chocolates, also the song Jingle Bells was playing. The significance of the festival was explained to the students through the Christmas story. The principal conveyed the wishes to the staff and students. The programme was ended up by distribution of sweets.

NOVEMBER 2021

On November 19th, 2021 ‘Parents Day’ was an organized and retired teacher Mary Grace Morris was invited. On that day vice-president of the Parent teacher association.  Mr. Rathan Kumar Jain and parents of our students attended.

On November 18th, 2021, we organized a plastic awareness seminar for our students. We invited Mr.M.H Sudhakar from Nagara Panchayath as a resource person. He participated in it and talked about reducing the plastic usage and re-usage of plastic.

Celebration of Children’s day on November 14^th 2021 which marks the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru. The program started with prayer service. On that day various games were conducted for the students and prizes for the winner in games were distributed. Everybody enjoyed the program a lot. The program ended with national Anthem.

On 13 November 2021,12 students of the IT club visited the Home for the aged at Sudemoger in Belthangady Taluk and interacted with the inmates. It was an eye-opening moment to our students to realize the need to care for their parents in their old age.

On November 13, 2021 we organized a seminar on leadership for our students. Former students, Vice-president Sharon, committee members Apoorva Bhat, Navitha and Jenvira presented a seminar on leadership.

On November 11,2021 as a result of 10 years celebration in our college we held a seminar on time management. Director of Rudsett madam Anusuya presented seminar. And she said that each person needs to achieve goals in his or her life. Rudsett division co-worker Madam Usha was also present at the event

On November 7, 2021 sports Day took place for our Alumni. The Sports Day with the illumination of the lamp. Theophila teacher from St. Therese high school came as a chief guest and spoke how sports helps to build the physical and mental health of all of us. She also felt that we needed the grace of God for every work.

On November 4 with the idea of planting the saplings and saving nature ,we also conducted sapling   planting programme .All members of the Eco-club, Principal, all the lecturers and our former students Sudeep ,Pradeep and Fayaz were also present at the event .Ten to fifteen plants were planted in the event on the occasion of Decennial Celebration of our college.

St. Therese Composite P.U College organized a Diwali celebration programme on 3rd November 2021. The programme started with a prayer service at 9 am. Our college auditorium was decorated with light and artwork. Umavathi Madam gave a speech on the topic of Diwali.

OCTOBER 2021

The annual sports day of our college held on 30^th of October. Most of all students took part  in all sports competition.

Talents day was conducted on 27 October 2021. Students got an opportunity to exhibit their talents. The participants in groups and solo came up with mind blowing performances’.

Gandhi Jayanthi was celebrated on October 2^nd. The program began with the lighting of the lamp, with a prayer service.

SEPTEMBER  2021

St. Therese PU College held prayer service for the academic year and Teacher’s day celebration on September 15th 2021. The programme began with the prayer service followed by lightning the lamp and a floral tribute to Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.  On the same day student council for the academic year 2021-22 was formally inaugurated. The oath taking ceremony was administered by the Principal sister Lavina Jyothi D’souza.

 

FEBRUARY 2021

Individual Competitions: St.Theresa Pu college organized singing, drawing and essay competitions on 20 February 2021.Many students participated in these competitions and exhibited their talents and skills .

Seminar on effect of media on students: A seminar on effect of media on students was held for puc students on 15^th February 2021.It began by invoking God’s blessings. Principal Sr. Lavina Jyothi D’souza welcomed the gathering and introduced the resource person Mr.Brayn Dias and his team.

The resource person Mr.Brayn addressed the students to set a SMART goals in life and keep track of progress of it and also take guidance from teachers and elders to get a better future. He also explained how to detach from social media and inculcate good values in life. Later, there was a seminar for the lectures on success in personal finance where he spoke about investment and savings.

JANUARY 2021

PTA Meeting: The PTA meeting for the academic year 2020-21 was held on 16^th January 2021.The meeting commenced with the blessing of God Almighty.  Principal Sr. Lavina Jyothi D’souza welcomed the gathering and briefed them about the rules and regulations of the college and the safety measures of covid-19 to be followed in the college campus. Later parent representatives for the PTA committee were chosen and Mr. Joseph K. J was elected as vice -president. He spoke on effect of mobile phones on students life. Lecturer Mr. Lokesh compered the programme and miss.

NOVEMBER 2020

Seminar on NEP: A seminar on National Education Policy  2020 was held for high school and PUC staff’s on 23 November 2020.The program started with a prayer song. Sr. Gretta Dias introduced the resource person Rev. Sr. Laura Pinto and welcomed the gathering. Dr. Laura Pinto addressed the teachers on key features of NEP 2020 and explained how will NEP 2020 changes the education system in India. She said that the main focus of  NEP 2020 is to improve the quality of education standards in our country and to provide life learning opportunities for all. She also explained on how to take responsibilities of children’s as a teacher along with healthy diet to lead happy and peaceful life.

DECEMBER 2019

Christmas celebration: Christmas is the festival which inspires the spirit of sharing and caring. Christmas brings cheer and love and we celebrated it with the same fervor, spreading the message of love and joy among the students on December 23, 2019 at our college. The chief guest for this celebration was Mrs. Jacintha Monis, she wished the students. The significance of the festival was explained to the students through the Christmas story. The principal conveyed the wishes to the staff and students. Our students danced to joyful tunes. Even the crib and Santa danced to the exciting tunes, followed by Christmas skit. There was a carol presented by our students. The program was ended up by distribution of sweets.

Visit by the Provincial Superior of Mangalore Province: Sr Rita Vas visited our College on 24^th January 2020. She encountered both the staff and students.  In honour of her visit a small program was held. She delivered encouraging message to the students. After the program she met the lecturers and appreciated them for their selfless service towards the Institution and to the well being of the students.

Savitri Bai Phule Jayanti: St. Theresa PU College celebrated birth of Savitribai Phule on 3rd Jan 2020. It was an inspirational celebration to encourage girls and to improve the quality of education. Mrs Renita lecturer of computer science presented an inspiring talk highlighting Savitribai’s contribution in the field of women education. Principal Sr Lavina Jyoti DSouza said that “we must not forget the sacrifice and contribution of savitribai towards women education and also said that we have to respect our teachers”.

Voter’s day: The St Therese PU College organized national voter’s day celebration to spread awareness among the students regarding effective participation in the electoral process. On national voter’s day i.e. on 25th January voter’s pledge was administered by the principal of the college to all the lecturers and students at the assembly. All the students and lecturers took the oath.

NOVEMBER 2019

KANNADA RAJOSTHAVA: The 63^rd Kannada Rajosthava was celebrated at St Therese Pre University College with great joy. The student of the college miss.olivia with deep respect she said” November 1st is Kannada Rajosthava the day that the state of Karnataka was formed. On this day in 1956 all Kannada speaking area of South India were merged into a new state. The state was initially called Mysore but for an inclusive approach the name was changed to Karnataka on 1st November 1973. I wish everyone a happy Kannada Rajosthava”. The students of the institution sang ‘ Kannada nela Kannada jala’ song as a mark of respect to the state. The celebration was ended with a NADA geetha’ jai bharatha jananiya thanu jathe’.

SEMINAR ON DRUG ADDICTION:  At a time when report of drug use among school and college students in the city, St. Therese PU College organized seminar on the issue to spread awareness about substance abuse in our college on 6^th September 2019 at 2.00 p.m. .The seminar began with the prayer song. Welcome address and introductory speech was proposed by Miss. Shilpa Nazareth lecturer of English.
The resource person for the seminar was Mr. Sunil P.J lecturer of Biology in S.D.M. College Ujire. While talking about juvenile addiction said, “things happen to us all the time but all the matters is how you reach of it. ecause of change” and also explain about what is drug addiction and its type.
This programme was arranged with presidential ship of beloved principal Sr. Laveena Jyothi D’souza. All the faculty ware presented. Student participation was good. The seminar ended with vote of thanks by Mrs. Umavathi, statistic lecturer.

TEACHERS DAY CELEBRATION:  Teacher’s day was celebrated on the St. Therese PU College on September 5^th 2019 and the celebration began at 9.30 a.m. the programme was lead off with a prayer song. Manual from 2^nd commerce welcomed all lecturers and offered flower to them. The significance of the day was given by Hindi lecturer Miss Savitha D’cunha.
After that cultural program presented by students. The programme hosted by Seema from 2^nd commerce. Students conducted games for the lecturers and then prize were distributed.
The students had arranged a number of fun games for the lecturers which were thoroughly enjoyed. Teaches day included skit and dance competition for students. Students actively participated. The day was ended with the vote of thanks by Jasmine of 2^nd Arts.

Story Telling: UNO has declared 2019 ‘The year of Indigenous Languages’: In our college an opportunity given to the students to tell story in their mother tongue and other languages.

COLLEGE PICNIC: We organized picnic for 2^nd PU students on 30th November at Vismaya water park in Kannur. The students were extremely excited and enjoyed. It was a wonderful opportunity for all students to strengthen the bond between the teachers and students.

CHILDREN’S DAY CELEBRATION: Celebration of Children’s day on November 14^th 2019 which marks the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru. The program started with prayer service. On that day various games were conducted for the students and prizes for the winner in games were distributed. Old students conducted quiz for the students.

COLLEGE DAY CELEBRATION: On the occasion of College Day Rev. Sr Juliana Pais President of the programme  spoke about the moral values are very important in student life. Parents as well as teachers must put in special efforts to help students imbibe good moral values.

OCTOBER 2019

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION: The concept of alumni association evolved for the needs from both the ends that are academicians and professionals in the aim of building a bridge between college life and career life.
The alumni association was formed on 19^th October 2019 in the presence of Sr Laveen Jyothi D’souza principal, Sr Anitha, Miss. Supritha coordinators of the alumni committee. Mrs. Marry Shenoy the former teacher and the resource person and other faculty members and many enthusiastic former students of the college.
The programme began with the prayer by Rishal ad team. The welcome speech for the occasion was given by Sharon Pinto. Merry teacher was the guest for the programme. An inspirational speech was presented and also a action song was taught by marry teacher. Later a talk was given by principal. During the meet it was decided to form the alumni association Mrs. Zeeta carried out the formalities of election for the formation of alumni association. The representative from ex. students were elected unopposed for various posts of executive committee by the ex-student present.
Mr Elvin as a President and Miss. Sharon Pinto as a secretary. The programme ended with vote of thanks by Elvin old student.

ANNUAL SPORTS MEET: Annual sports meet was held on 11^th October, Friday afternoon as well as 12^th Saturday. The sport meet began with a prayer. Students of our college competed in many group games such as Kabbadi, Volley Ball, Throw Ball and Relay for both boys and girls and there was athletic games such as 100, 200, 400, 800mtrs running race, discuss throw and shot-put. Finally the principal of our college Sr Laveena Jyothi D’souza thanked all the lecturers for their co-operation and support and advised students to keep up their sportsman spirit.

DEEPAVALI CELEBRATION: Diwali is the “festival of lights” and most beautiful time of the year. Diwali literally means a “Row of lights”. It is a time when Indians all over the world rejoice.
Our college celebrated diwali on 30^th October 2019 with great festive. The celebration was started with the Prayer service. Rozline of 2^nd commerce welcomed the gathering. By lighting the diya by principal, staff and students symbolically celebrated diwali. Mr. Lokesh talked about the significances of the festival how good always conquers the evil and also about why and how Diwali is celebrated across the nation. The Principal of our college Rev.Sr. Laveena Jyothi Dsouza conveys the wishes to all the gathering. Students presented cultural programme. The programme concluded with the vote of thanks by Deekasha of 1^st commerce.

GHANDI JAYANTHI CELEBRATION: “Peace is the most powerful weapon of mankind. It takes more courage to take a blow than to give one”-Mahatma Gandhi.
The 150^th birth anniversary of  Gandhi Jayanthi was celebrated on 2^nd October 2019 at St. Therese PU College auditorium. The programme began with a prayer song. Miss.Seema of 2^nd commerce welcomed the gathering. The significance of the day, the reflection on Gandhi and his values on peace was given by Mrs.Umavathi lecturer of statistics. Miss. Jasmine Reshma Crasta of 2^nd Arts delivered vote of thanks. The programme concluded by singing national anthem.
Our college organized cleaniness programme on that day. The main purpose of Gandhi Jayanthi is creating awareness among the students regarding cleanness and its benefits. Under this programme all the students from our college had participated. Even lecturers were the essential part of this occasion. On that day we had cleaned the whole college surrounding.

PARENTS TEACHERS ASSOCIATION: Communication between parents and teachers is essential to student’s success in the classroom. As part of this communication teacher should be regularly meeting with parent to discuss what is being taught and how the student is processing.
The meeting was organized under the guidance and president ship of Principal Sr Laveena Jyothi D’souza on 16^th October 2019 at our college auditorium at 2.30 p.m. this programme was began with prayer song, welcome address and introductory speech was proposed by Miss. Shilpa Nazareth lecturer of English.
The gathering was addressed by the Mr. T.P.Antony, the principal of Govt. First grade college Belthangady and said “marks is not an important thing, student must possess the self confidence in their life. So, we should give self confidence education to their children in their earlier childhood and also how should be a relationship between parents and children’s is the key factor which influences the student life”. The programme was ended at 4.00p.m with the vote of thanks by Mr. Lokesh the lecturer of economics.

SEMINAR ON SELF ESTEEM: Motivational seminar topic on self esteem held on 22^nd October 2019 in St. Therese PU College. The programme began with a prayer. Mrs.Umavathi lecturer of statistics welcomes the gathering. Introduction of the guest was readout by our beloved principal Sr Laveena Jyothi D’souza. Later motivational seminar was given by Sr. Severin Crasta the resource person of the programme. She was talked about self esteem is very important in every person, how to get our self esteem and also tips for behold the self esteem. She inspired the students with her words. Programme ended with a vote of thanks by Veena of 1^st commerce.

NATIONAL UNITY DAY CELEBRATION; St Therese PU College observed the national unity day on 31^st October 2019 to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel. This event was organized by the college. This event will not only carry the message of “Unity in Diversity” but also permeate the youth with values, assimilated by the knowledge and respect about the country’s diverse legacy.
The following pledge had been taken by the students and staff:
“I solemnly pledge that I dedicate myself to preserve the Unity , Integrity and Security of nation and also strive hard to spread this message among many my fellow countryman. I take this pledge in spirit of unification of my country which was made possible by the vision and action of late Sardar Vallabh Bhai Patel. I also solemnly resource to make my contribution to ensure internal security of my country”.

AUGUST 2019

TALENTS DAY: St Theresa P.U. College celebrated Talents day on 3^rd August 2019 at college hall. All the students were given an opportunity to exhibit their talents. Students exhibited their unique talents in the form of dancing, singing, acting, fashion show etc.

INDEPENDENCE DAY:  St.Therese institutions, Belthangady celebrated 73^rd Independence day in the high school premises. The PTA president of high school was the chief guest. He hoisted the flag and spoke on the significance of the day. Students sang patriotic songs. Thereafter celebration continued in the college hall beginning with the invoking of God’s blessings. Clara from second commerce welcomed the gathering. Hindi lecturer Miss. Savitha shared her view on Independence Day. Babitha Goveas delivered vote of thanks. The programme was compered by Gayathri from second commerce. On the same day, we organised cook without fire and best out of waste competitions for the students.

Sadbhavana day: Sadbhavana day was celebrated on August 20^th 2019. It began with a prayer song.The significance of the day was given by Statistics Lecturer, Mrs. Umavathi madam. Addressing the gathering she said, we need to stop discrimination among the religion and build communal harmony among people of all religion. Thereafter the Sadbhavana oath made by the students.

Club activities: Activities of various clubs were conducted on August 24^th 2019. The cultural, eco and I.T club members performed dance, skit and power point presentation respectively.

 

JULY 2019

05.07.2019: Eco club members celebrated vanamahothsava on July 5^th 2019 under the guidance of Sr Anitha Rodrigues and Uma madam. Shahad from 2nd year commerce spoke on importance of saving the Mother earth. Students sung a song on nature. Principal delivered a speech about the usefulness of trees and asked the students to plant more trees and nurture them to save the environment for the future generation. Thereafter students planted the cherry sapling in the college campus.

06.07.2019: Mrs Judith Pinto, Professor from St Aloysius college gave a seminar on “’adolescent is an artist of one’s life’’. Addressing the student, she explained about attitude towards life and how to take care of Physical, Mental, Emotional, Social and Spiritual aspects of life. Sr Lavina Jyothi D’Souza, the Principal introduced the resource person and welcomed the gathering. The programme was compered by Seema. English lecturer Miss. Shilpa Nazareth delivered vote of thanks.

13.07.2019: The Parents teachers meeting in the current academic year 2019-20 was held on July 13^th 2019.Rev. Sr Dulcine Crasta   Director-Resource and Development Centre on Child Rights, Mangalore, was the resource person of the day. She spoke on emotional and cognitive changes during adolescence. The role of a parent in a child’s life and how to inculcate good values to the child. The principal put forwarded the rules and regulations of the college to the parents. Later Parent representative for the PTA executive committee was established and Richard Goveas was reelected as the vice President for the year 2019-20. The program was compered by Kannada Lecturer Mrs Zeeta D’Souza.  Sr Anitha Rodrigues welcomed the gathering and Hindi Lecturer Ms Savitha rendered the vote of thanks. The program was concluded by singing our national anthem.

27.07.2019: Singing competition was held on July 27, 2019. Many students participated in the competition. The theme of the competition was patriotic song. Sr Anitha Rodrigues was the in charge lecturer.

JUNE 2019

01.06.2019: Orientation Programme was held on Saturday, June 1st 2019, in the college hall. Mr Keshav Pai, Computer Science lecturer at SDM PU College, Ujire was the resource person for the day. He said that student should make use of opportunities provided in the college to express their talent. They should have an aim in life and a strong dedication towards it and become a responsible person in the society with moral values and ethics.

08.06.2019: Muslim students celebrated Ramzan in college on 8^th June 2019. The celebration started with a prayer service. Resource person for the function was Mr Hasainar Haji. He explained about the importance of Ramzan and how Eid is celebrated. Students presented cultural activities highlighting the theme of the festival.

21.06.2019: The student cabinet of St Theresa P.U.College for the academic year 2019-20 was formally inaugurated in the college hall on Tuesday 21^st May 2019. The oath taking ceremony was administered by Sr Lavina  Jyothi D’souza, the Principal of the college. Sr Anitha Rodrigues congratulated the students with flowers.

15.06.2019: The Cultural, Eco and IT clubs were inaugurated on 15-6-2019.Chief guest for the function was Mrs.Mary Gracy Moris, a retired English lecturer of St. Theresa P.U.College, Belthangady. Addressing the gathering she said that, clubs are the instruments through which they can find their hidden talents. She spoke on the importance of joining clubs and also shared her experience in this college as a teacher. Then there was a wonderful cultural programme presented by all the clubs in the form of dance, melodious singing, skit etc.

Display board competition will be held in every month. The topic for the month June was “Save environment to save world”.

22.06.2019: Quiz and drawing competition was held on 22^nd June 2019.Quiz competition was conducted by English lecturer Miss. Shilpa and Drawing was conducted by Computer Science lecturer Mrs. Renita Fernandes.

29.06.2019: Speech Competition was held on 29-6-2019.The topic for the competition was “Save environment to save the world”. All the second puc students participated in the competition. It was a good opportunities for the students to express their ideas, through an inspiring speech.

OCTOBER 2018

Gandhi Jayanthi:Gandhi Jayanthi was celebrated on October 2^nd. It began with a prayer service followed by a speech given by English lecturer Anjani .

Sports Day: The annual sports day of our college held on 10th & 11^th of October.  A great interest was observed among the students, most of all students took part in all sports competition.

PTA Meeting: The College organized Parent teacher meeting on Tuesday, 30^th October 2018 in our college Prayer hall at 9.30 am. The main purpose was to create a common platform, where teacher and parents come together to enrich the student’s educational experiences and discuss variety of issues, regarding all round developments of students. The meeting was organized under guidance of Principal Sr Laveena Jyothi. Guest of the programme was Odiyappa Traffic inspector of Belthangady. He delivered his speech on Traffic rules. Programme was started with Prayer song, Programme was anchored by Anjani Lecturer, department of English.

Drug de addiction: On Saturday  31^st October  Belthangady Sub inspector Ravi S organized seminar to our students on the topic usage of Drugs and its disadvantages in our college…He showed short film on affects and disadvantages of Drug usage to the students.

SEPTEMBER 2018

13.09.2018: OLD STUDENT ASSOCIATION
We had this program on 23^rd September 2018. Sharon one of this association members, spoke about leadership qualities and including her other old students conducted collage competition to the students

05.09.2018: TEACHER’S DAY CELEBRATION
September 5, it was auspicious day for students, to celebrate teachers day which marks the birth of the great teacher Dr Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan. Teachers day celebration began by prayer service led by the students. Presented gifts, as a token of respect, to their teachers. Cultural program and games were organized by the students.

05.09.2018: TALENTS DAY
We celebrated Talents day on 5^th September by First PUC Students. Talents day is a special event, The Participants in groups and solo came up with mind blowing performances. There were different forms of dance, Songs in different languages, mime and plays bringing out different themes. It was a chance for the students to shine.

 

AUGUST 2018

25.08.2018: SKIT COMPETITION

23.08.2018: SADBHAVANA DAY

18.08.2018: SPEECH COMPETITION
On Account of College day, we conducted Speech competition for the students on 18-8-2018. Students gave speeches both in English and Kannada over the topic “Save the earth, heal the earth”

15.08.2018: INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION
The 72^nd Independence day was celebrated at the high school premises. The head mistress of high school Sister Leena  D’Souza hoisted the flag and shared her view on the significance of Independence day. Students sang patriotic songs.

13.08.2018: DISPLAY BOARD
Display board competition will be held every month and the topic for the August month was ‘’India is a Pride Nation’’.

04.08.2018: DANCE COMPETITION
Dance competition was held on 4^th August 2018.Total 8 groups participated in the competition. Students performed patriotism dance in an innovative way.

Seminar: Seminar on courses available for the commerce and arts students conducted by Mangalore professional college’s educational society.

JUNE 2018

23.06.2018: Seminar on Drug De Addiction: On the occasion of World Drug De Addiction Day the Seminar on drug de addiction was organized on 23rd June 2018 .The Chief Guest for the Programme was Mr Vivek Vincent Pais. He addressed the students to become aware of the addictions and not to involve in it.

18.06.2018: Ramzan celebration: We celebrated Ramzan on 18^th June. As a respect to Islam Religion prayer service was conducted. Students performed cultural programmes including a speech on the importance of the holy month of Ramzan and the significance of fasting. Mr. Abdu Khalif   the Resource Person of the celebration requested the students to respect all the Religions.

11.06.2018: World Environmental day: World environment day was celebrated on 11 June 2018 by planting saplings in the college premises. In order to create an awareness among the students and locality to ban plastic and to protect the environment students had the march in the locality. On the same day we conducted speech and singing competition for the students.

02.06.2018: Talents Day: Talents day for the second PUC students was conducted on 2^nd June 2018. Students got an opportunity to exhibit their talents.

26.05.2018: Orientation Programme: Orientation programme for the fresher’s was held on 26^th May 2018. All the necessary instructions were given to the students. Professor Sunil PJ the Chief Guest of the programme addressed the students to respect the Parents, elders and Teachers and to have the motivation to achieve success in their studies.