On Saturday, the month-long annual sports programme of St Xavier’s School, Hazaribagh, concluded with a grand ceremony. loyola house was declared overall champions and thus lifted the prestigious Magis Cup this year. Xavier house got the second position while Gonzaga house and Britto house remained on third and fourth spots, respectively.
It was also a day of alumni reunion. This year the alumni of 1965, 1975 and 1990 batches were felicitated for completing their golden, ruby and silver jubilees of schooling. On this occasion some old retired teachers of the school were also present and the alumni honored them once again in their reunion program for their lessons and support.
The day started with oath taking by the participants under the leadership of school captain Riya Pandey. After a short but attractive presentation of cultural programmes, the alumni of jubilee batches were felicitated and investiture of new prefects took place. After some final sporting events once again, the students presented their skills in drill and short plays. After march past prizes were distributed. Shwetanshu won the Fr John Moore Trophy while Yash Raj bagged Emerging Sportsperson of the Year Trophy. Distinguished Guest of the concluding ceremony Gitesh Sharma of 1975 batch, who is presently Joint Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs, shared his experiences of school days with the students and said that you will always recall these days in future when the lessons will help you in going up and up on the path of success.
Chief guest Sujit Ghosh of 1965 batch said that this school has remained vibrant always and now when it has become co-ed then I can say that in future too it will sound much better. He wished every success in life to all students and appreciated their presentations. Principal PJ James delivered vote of thanks.