Talk on career guidance by the Bodhi Academy and Talk on Drug Abuse by NCB

On the 5th of October, 2024, workshops were held for students of XI and XII Arts and Commerce at the ark hall. The first session was held at 12:00 pm by the Bodhi Academy on career guidance and specializes in preparing students for competitive and entrance exams. Sh Kundand Lal Parganiha presented the session. The second session was held at 1:00 pm on the awareness of drug abuse by the narcotics control bureau under ministry of home affairs. Mr Mangesh Pednekar, inspector of the NCB hosted the presentation.

Career Guidance talk on “Opportunities in Hotel Management and hospitality industry”

On 28th September 2024, an informative talk on career guidance in ‘Hotel Management and hospitality industry’ was organized at St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Mapusa for the students of XII Arts and XII Vocational T& T( Travel and Tourism) .

Speaker, Aleena Rane provided valuable insights to the students in the career of Hotel Management and hospitality industry. She made them aware of qualifications and training needed to pursue the same. She also highlighted the benefits of it , such as travel opportunities , competitive salary, professional growth and development.

Emphasis was also laid on the importance of hardwork, dedication and continuous learning in achieving success in the Hotel Management and hospitality industry.

Students found the talk engaging , informative and inspiring.

Report of Career Guidance Program by The Institute of Company Secretaries of India

On 28th September 2024 an informative talk on Career Guidance Program was organized at St Xavier's High Secondary School, Mapusa for the students of XI and XII Commerce

Speaker Mr Dharamraj j. Bhosle along with his team Mr Vasant Kerkar provided valuable information on the importance Post as Company Secretary. He also highlighted the benefits of it. such as Travel opportunities, Competitive salary, professional growth and development.

Students found the talk imformative and inspiring. students also cleared their doubts by asking questions.

Report on Workshop: Career Opportunities in the field of Aviation and Hospitality

A workshop titled ‘Career Opportunities in the Field of Aviation and Hospitality’ was organized by the Workshop Committee of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School for the students of XI Commerce and XI Vocational Travel and Tourism on 14th September 2024 at 11:50 AM at the St. Joseph Vaz Auditorium.

The guest speaker for the workshop was Ms. Gloria Peters, a renowned Ground Manager for TUI Airways who has served as an Airport and Station Manager for several airlines. Ms. Janice Esperanza, who assisted in the presentation, represented Panache Academy alongside Ms. Peters.

Skill workshop on Pastry Making

The XI and XII Vocational B&C students participated in a workshop to acquire the skills to make choux pastry used in making eclairs and profiteroles. The resource persons were Mr. Rohan Mendes and Chef Ajinkya, a Michelin chef. A presentation on careers in hospitality followed the workshop.

Report of the workshop held On 28th August 2024

Workshop committee had organized Life skills workshop for the students of XI Arts A, B and C on 28th August 2024 from 9.00a.m to 1.30 p.m.

Following are the skills, students were trained In-

1. Water colour painting conducted by
   Mr. Samir Naik, art teacher of Dada Vaidhya High school ,Curti-Ponda and 26 students participated in it.
2. Découpage (Bottle Painting)
   Ms. Suzie vaz taught students to paint bottles, jars with acrylic colors and it was amazing. 34 students took part in it.
3. Fabric painting
   Ms. Nidhi Falari showed students how to draw designs and do the shadings with fabric colors and almost 38 students participated in it.
4. French Cuisine
   Ms. Elaine Da Costa taught students to make 3 types of French dishes namely Tarte Tatin , quiche, ratatouille. Students enjoyed it and in all 39 students participated in it.

Talk on Overseas Education by Edudvise International

A talk on overseas education by EduAdvise International was organised by the Workshop Committee on 24th August 2024 for the students of std XII Arts A, B, and C in St. Joseph Vaz Auditorium at 12 noon . The resource person for the same were Ms. Rayzel D'cruz and Ms. Sephra sequira Marketing Executive guided students about how to answer the exams like Toffel through Counselling sessions and Mock tests. They informed students about Scholarships and Education loan as well. It was very informative session and students benefitted the most.

Talk by Sunshine World College on B.Voc

A talk was organised for the students of XII Arts, Commerce and Vocational on the 17th of August, 2024.

The resource person was Mr. Deepak Khaitan who is the Founder and Director of Sunshine Worldwide School, and Sunshine worldwide college, Goa.

SWC is in the process of establishing the vocational branch in their institution and he informed the students about the possibilities of educating themselves there.

Report of the XI com A, B, C workshop held On 21 August 2024

Workshop committee had organized Life skills workshop for the. Students of XI com A, B and C on 21st August 2024.

Following are the skills, students were trained In-

• Flower Making conducted by
  Ex. Students Ms. Reeha chaudhri and Ms. Suhana Balbatti and 32 students participated in it.
• Découpage
  Ms. Suzie vaz taught students to paint bottles, jars with acrylic colors and it was amazing. 20 students took part in it.
• Fabric painting
  Ms. Nidhi Falari showed students how to draw designs and do the shadings with fabric colors and almost 25 students participated in it.
• Palm weaving-
  Ms. Sabina Da cunha from Bastora taught students this skill which is on the verge of extinction. Same were used as decorations for ttheGolden Jubilee event the next day. 33 students participated in it.
• Goan sweet dish
  Ms. Elaine Da Costa taught students to make a goan sweet dish named GODSHEM. Students enjoyed it and in all 35 students participated in it.

Workshop on Cyber Safety

The extra curricular committee and workshop committee of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Mapusa organised Cyber Safety by Cyber Wellness Centre for students of Std XII Commerce on 27th July 2024 @ 12 p.m. in St Joseph Vaz Auditorium . The resource person for the workshop was Ms Nikita Goswami , the councillor and trainer at Cyber Wellness Centre.

Medical health check-up camp on 16th July 2024

St. Xavier's Higher Secondary School in collaboration with the Urban Health centre and District hospital ,Mapusa had organized a Medical health check-up camp on 16th July 2024 . It was held in the Xavetaria from 9.30 a.m.onwards.

In all 67 teaching , non teaching staff and PTA members availed of the Health Camp facility. Principal Madam Victoria De souza addressed the gathering.

We are thankful to the services of Medical Officer Dr. Shilpa Tople, Extension Educator Mrs. Aparna Karapurkar and their team for Eye, Dental, Ayurvedic, Homeopathic, Pap smear, breast cancer screening chechups.

Skill up your life workshop for the students of XII Arts

Basic life skills were conducted by a workshop committee of St.Xavier’s higher secondary school, Mapusa. on 3rd July 2024 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm for the students of XII arts stream.

Students participate in the following workshop.

• Fabric painting by Ms. Nidhi Falari (venue: classroom no. 105)
• Canvas Painting by Mr. Daivik Ghandi and Mr. Nikhil Amadkar (venue: classroom no. 501)
• Fresh flower bouquet making by Ms. Chhabi basuli (venue: xaveteria)
• Personal grooming by Ms. Prachi zarapkar (venue: classroom no. 502)

Students enjoyed the session and we received a positive response from students.

Report of the workshop conducted for the XII commerce A, B, C on 10 th July 2024

On the 10th of July, various Skills Workshops were organised for the benefit of students of XII Commerce. workshop in 5 different skills.

• Chocolate making by Dr. Annie Fernandes. 44 students participated in it.
• Canvas painting was conducted by Mr. Daivik Ghadi and Mr. Nikhil Amadkar. In all, 28 students took part in it.
• Candle making was taught by Ms. Ablin Fernandes. 38 students took advantage of the opportunity.
• Kitchen Garden was organised by Mr. Jonathan Marques and Ryan Noronha . 30 students learnt the value of growing their own food.
• Azulejos was conducted by Shankar Turi at Bicholim Industrial estate. 38 students participated in it. Ms. Nirmala Fernandes and Mr. Mahabal Bhat accompanied the students.

The resource persons for the various workshops were first acquainted with the Principal of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Madam Victoria de Souza, who expressed her sincerest gratitude to them for their willingness to allow students to benefit from their expertise. Engaging and informative sessions were the design of the day. It end sae joyous students revelling in the knowledge of the endless platforms to create impactful presentations, the magic that is upon connecting the right wire ends , a most exciting cheese pull, and the intricacies of fine dining.

Life Skills Workshops for XII Vocational

The workshop Committee of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Mapusa organising used life skill workshops for students of Std. XII Vocational on 11th July 2024. A total number of four workshops were scheduled to promote holistic growth among students. Eminent professionals and enthusiasts from diverse fields generously catered to the interest and inquisitiveness of keen students. The various workshops were as follows:

• Texture on Canvas conducted by Ms Amita Porob
• Hand Embroidery by Ms Sharin Arambolkar
• Flower Making by Ms Shalini Dcunha
• Brownie Making by Ms Lorraine Da costa

The resource persons for the various workshops were first acquainted with the Principal of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Madam Victoria de Souza, who expressed her sincerest gratitude to them for their willingness to allow students to benefit from their expertise. Engaging and informative sessions were the design of the day. It end sae joyous students revelling in the knowledge of the endless platforms to create impactful presentations, the magic that is upon connecting the right wire ends , a most exciting cheese pull, and the intricacies of fine dining.

“Skill Up Your Life” workshop for the students of XII Science

Informative and hands on experience workshops on different basic life skills were conducted by workshop committee of St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Mapusa on 20th June 2024 for the students of Xii Science from 9:30am to 1:00pm.

The workshop aimed to equip students with basic life skills.
In total 275 students actively participated in the following workshops.

• Photography by Mr. Oscar Das Chagas e Silva
• Basic Electronics by Dr. Dominick Nelson Lobo
• Decoupage by Ms. Andrea D’souza
• Smocking by Mrs. Anjali Naik
• Embroidery by Mrs. Smita Naik
• Stone Painting by Ms. Anagha Kerkar