Best School Award & CENTUM Result Teachers Award (2025-2026 Academic Year)
On January 3, 2026, our school received two prestigious honors from the Tamil Nadu School Education Department, Tirunelveli, for the 2025-2026 academic year:
- Best School Award – Recognizing our commitment to academic excellence, holistic development, and the overall growth of our students.
- CENTUM Result Teachers Award – Awarded in recognition of the exceptional contributions made by our dedicated teaching staff in achieving outstanding academic results, demonstrating unwavering commitment to quality education and excellence.
A First-of-Its-Kind Recognition of Student Achievers – January 2026
In January 2026, St. Ignatius Convent Higher Secondary School, Palayamkottai, created history by becoming the first school in Tamil Nadu to name classrooms after its student achievers, along with their respective achievements. This pioneering initiative from Tirunelveli District stands as a testament to the institution’s commitment to celebrating excellence, motivating students, and preserving the legacy of achievement within the academic environment.
2025 – State Level Boxing Championship – Theni District
In 2025, St. Ignatius Convent Higher Secondary School, Palayamkottai, proudly showcased outstanding performance in the Under-19 State Level Boxing Championship held at Theni District. Our talented athletes brought home prestigious medals, adding to the school’s tradition of excellence in martial arts and sports.
🥇 K. Muthu Selvi – Gold Medal in the 64–66 kg category
🥉 S. Sharmi Kasthuri – Bronze Medal in the 54–57 kg category
Their remarkable achievements reflect the spirit, discipline, and dedication fostered at St. Ignatius Convent HSS. These young champions continue to inspire their peers and bring honour to our institution through excellence in competitive sports.
2025 – Sporting Excellence
- 104th Mega Annual Sports Meet (August 2025):
- Chief Guest: Shri Sivakumar, Chief Educational Officer
- Special Guest: Shri Vijayakumar, Deputy Commissioner of Police
- Flag hoisting, NCC march past
- Multiple sports competitions and cultural events
- Olympic torch lighting ceremony
- Prize distribution to achieving students
2024 – Innovation and Cultural Excellence
- 103rd Annual Day Celebration (August 2024) featuring:
- Bharatanatyam welcome dance
- Choir performances
- Theme dance, folk dance, kids’ dance
- Sound and light show
- Independence Day celebrations
- Preparation for 104th Sports Meet
2023 – Growth and Development
- 103rd Annual Day preparations
- Model school observation and practice teaching sessions
- Leadership under Rev. Sr. Arul Suganthi Agnes (Headmistress)
- Strong partnership with St. Ignatius College of Education
2022 – Academic Excellence & Community Engagement
- Continued strong academic performance with 3,455 students
- Served as model school for teacher education programs
- Children’s Day and Independence Day celebrations
- 69 dedicated teachers, 57 classrooms, advanced digital facilities
2021 – Centenary Finale Celebration
- Celebrated 100 glorious years of educational service
- Grand cultural programs featuring Bharatanatyam, mime, tableau, and thanksgiving performances
- Recognition of ICM Sisters’ dedicated service
Approach to Centenary (2021)
The press release highlights how these three years built toward the school’s historic 100th anniversary celebration in 2021, which marked:
- 100 years since founding in 1921 by Mother Marie Louise de Meester
- Growth from 3 students to nearly 7,000 students
- A century of service to girls’ education in Tirunelveli
2020 – Resilience Through COVID-19 Pandemic
- Digital Transformation: Swift transition to online learning from mid-March 2020
- 102nd year milestone navigating unprecedented challenges
- Virtual celebrations maintained school spirit:
- Independence Day (August 15, 2020)
- Teachers’ Day (September 5, 2020)
- Inigo Fitness Run 2020 (September 27 – October 2)
- Diwali celebration (November 13, 2020)
- Health Awareness Programs:
- Poshan Abhiyan Campaign on anemia awareness (September 29)
- Eye Care in Digital Age webinar (October 8)
- National Cancer Awareness Day (November 7)
- Maintained 100% academic results despite pandemic
- Infrastructure enhancements for post-pandemic education
- Final preparations for Centenary Finale Celebration in 2021
2019 – Preparing for Centenary
- 101st Annual Sports Meet showcasing athletic talents
- 101st Annual Day Celebration with grand cultural programs including Bharatanatyam, choir, and various performances
- Academic excellence with 100% pass rates
- B.Ed. students achieved outstanding results (96 students with distinction in first semester, 121 with distinction in third semester)
- NSS activities and community engagement programs
- Centenary planning committee established
2018 – 99th Year of Excellence
- 100th Annual Day Celebration marking 99 years of educational service
- Regular Independence Day and Republic Day celebrations
- Teachers’ Day celebrations honoring dedicated faculty
- Continued academic excellence with nearly 4,000 students
- 57 well-equipped classrooms and modern facilities