Holy Cross School (Salem, India)
| Holy Cross Mat. Hr. Sec. School Holy Cross School | |
|---|---|
 HolyCross Matriculation Higher Secondary School "Ad Augusta Per Angusta" Success Through HardWork | |
| Address | |
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14, Kamarajar Nagar Colony Udayapatti Salem, Tamil Nadu, India, 600 014 | |
| Coordinates | 11°39′49″N 78°12′12″E / 11.663718°N 78.203259°ECoordinates: 11°39′49″N 78°12′12″E / 11.663718°N 78.203259°E |
| Information | |
| School type | Private, Catholic Boys School |
| Established | 1963 |
| Area trustee | Brothers of Holy Cross |
| Administrator | Bro. James C.S.C |
| Principal | Bro. Gnanasekaren,C.S.C |
| Faculty | 290 (2014 status) |
| Years offered | 51 years |
| Gender | Boys only |
| Age range | 4-17 years |
| Number of students | Around 4300 (2014 status) |
| Average class size | 50 |
| Classes offered | L.K.G - 12th |
| Medium of language | English |
| Language |
English Tamil Hindi French |
| Hours in school day | 8 |
| Houses |
St.Andre [ Blue ] Fr. Moreau [Red] St. Joseph [Green ] Fr. Dujarie [Yellow ] |
| Colour(s) | White and Light Gray |
| Song | "Let's Loudly Sing..." |
| Sports | Basketball, Football, Cricket, Volleyball, Badminton |
| Affiliations | Tamil Nadu State Board |
| Website |
www.salemholycross.org www.holycrossinternational.org |
Holy Cross School (Holy Cross Matriculation Higher Secondary School) is a primary, secondary and higher secondary Catholic school founded in Salem, Tamil Nadu, India by the Congregation of Holy Cross in 1963. It is a boys' school, and also runs a hostel.
Clubs
The school has many Clubs.Computer Club, English Literary Association, History and Geography Club, Economic Club, Junior Jaycee, Nature Club, Maths Club, Science Club, Interact Club, Philately Club, Health Club, Quiz Club that provides facilities for students to develop their skills in activities other than academic. Every student is expected to become member of at least two clubs.
Infrastructure
Canteen
Among the numerous facilities provided to the students at school, we also have a canteen where nutritious snacks and healthy drinks are provided. The canteen is monitored and handled by able staff members so that the children can have a hassle free snack time.
Sports Facilities
- Two Basket Ball courts
- Cricket net for practice
- Big Play ground(Football)
- Swimming Pool
- Skating ring
- Table Tennis Rooms
Class Rooms
Air Conditioned & Smart board Class rooms. The tiny tots of our school are provided the most comfortable and friendly environment to make them feel at home. They are provided with air-conditioned classrooms and smart boards.
Co-Curricular Activities
The cultural festival, fondly known as Kalothsav, is a testimony to the multifaceted educational ethos of Holy Cross. In keeping with the tradition of Holy Cross as path breakers and pioneers, Kalothsav, the interschool cultural competitions, came into existent three decades ago to provide avenues to the student fraternity of Salem to showcase their talents and capabilities.
The term Kalothsav encompasses a multiple cultural activities.
- Kalothsav Kids – the interschool cultural competition for LKG & UKG kids
- Kalothsav Junior – the interschool cultural competition for students of 1st to 5th Std.
- Kalothsav Senior – the interschool cultural competition for High School and Higher Secondary School students
Kalothsav GrandNights – A platform for the interschool winners to showcase their skills to the citizens of Salem.
a) N.C.C Through N.C.C ( Army and Air Wing) the school imparts basic discipline and instills in the young minds patriotic feelings. It offers opportunity for a Career in the Army and Air Force.
b) JRC. Junior Red Cross, gives training in First Aid, Clean Environment etc..
c) N.S.S N.S.S tries to make the students aware of the dignity of labour and give enough opportunity to its member to move with the public. The members are encouraged to believe in the concept "Not me but you"
d) Green Movement. Promotes environment friendly activities
f) Red Ribbon Club Makes awareness on AIDS
