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2003

“Striving for success without hard work is like trying to harvest where you haven’t planted”

- David Bly

A Milestone in Educational Excellence 40 Years of Triumph Through Truth and Trust

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Mr. B.J. ChackoChairman, Board of Governors ofGood Shepherd International School

Chief Guest at The Investiture Ceremony 21st February, 2003

Award of the Certificatesby Mrs. Vijayamma Chacko

The March Past of the Brass Band

The Prefects taking the Oath



Mr. B. J. ChackoChairman, Board of Governors ofGood Shepherd International School

Chief Guest at The Graduation Ceremony21st February, 2003

The Graduation Procession

The Chief Guest, Mr. B. J. Chacko,Chairman, Board of Governors of

Good Shepherd International Schooland Former Member,

Central Board of Direct Taxespresents the Graduation Scrolls

‘Pass it on’ – The Candle light hymn



Mr. A. PariSuperintendent of Police, The Nilgiris District

Chief Guest of The Annual Athletic Meet3rd April, 2003

The Athletes taking the oath

Mrs. Latha Pari awarding the trophies Mr. Pari awarding the Hassan Ali Khan Memorial Trophyto the Summer House

Mrs. Elsamma Thomas,Senior Vice Principal and Bursar

Good Shepherd International School,Chief Guest on The Prize Day

6th April, 2003

Award of the certificates



Chapel Blessing

The new Chapel in the Palada Campus was blessed and dedicated to the Good Shepherd on Sunday 20th July, 2003 by His Grace Rt. Rev. Dr. Antony Anandarayar, the Bishop of Ootacamund and Rev. Fr. Stanislaus, the Vicar General of the Ootacamund Diocese. The High mass was led by the Bishop and the priests attached to the Bishop’s House. It was a very solemn function, that emphasized on the centrality of worship in the academic life of the Institution. The dedication of the chapel is a testimony to the responsibility of all the members of the Good Shepherd Family to ensure the well-being and welfare of the students under our care. The place of worship at all times, in all ages, and for all, is the House of Prayer for all Nations.

A view of the Chapel at Palada

His Grace, Rt. Rev. Dr. Antony Anandarayar,the Bishop of Ootacamund lighting the lamp

The High Mass led by the Bishop and the Priests

Inauguration of The Vijaya Bank Extension Counterat Good Shepherd International School, Palada

The bankers of the School M/s. Vijaya Bank opened an extension counter at the Palada Campus, for the benefit of the parents and guardians of the Institution as well as the members of staff at all levels. The counter provides the Visa Card and ATM facility. The counter was inaugurated by Mr. B. J. Chacko, Chairman, Board of Governors of the Good Shepherd International School on 27th July, 2003. The function came to a close with lunch for the guests in the new dining hall.



Ms. Shovana Traxl NarayanPadmashri andCentral Sangeet Natak Akademi AwardeeChief Guest at The Inauguration ofGood Shepherd Finishing School 27th July, 2003

INAUGURATION OFGOOD SHEPHERD FINISHING SCHOOL

The Chief Guest Ms. Shovana Traxl Narayanlighting the lamp and delivering her address

Ms. Carol Andrade, Editor-supplements, Times of India and Ms. Vinitha Ramchandani, correspondent, Times of India visited the school on the occasion of the inauguration of the Good Shepherd Finishing School and conducted interviews with the first batch of students.

Introduction of the First Batch of Students of Good Shepherd Finishing School



THE VISITING DIGNITARYHis Excellency Shri Amolak Rattan Kohli, The Governor of Mizoram,

visit to the school on 7th August, 2003

“I divide education into two parameters: one is training and the other is the development of individuals. Training further has three components, one is acquisition of knowledge, the second is upgradation of skills, and the third is developing a positive mental attitude. These are the aspects of training which teachers or others can help you, and you can also learn on your own. Then comes the development aspect of every individual. Development also has four components, the first is increase of IQ - Intelligence Quotient, the second is increase of PQ - Physical Quotient, the third is increase of EQ - Emotional Quotient and the last is increase of MQ - Moral Quotient. When I talk about IQ - Intelligence Quotient, it relates to your wisdom. The school can give you any amount of knowledge, it can give any amount of skills, it can develop your positive mental attitude, but nobody can give you wisdom. Wisdom is your own acquisition over a period of time and what is wisdom? Successful implementation of all these things to achieve results for you, for your society, for your nation and when you come out successful, the world will call you a wise person.”

His Excellency Shri Amolak Rattan Kohli addressingthe students during the morning assembly

His Excellency Shri Amolak Rattan Kohli signing the guestbook.

Seen with him is the Principal, Dr. P.C. ThomasINTER SCHOOL SPORTS FESTIVAL

Mr. Alastair J Reid, Principal, Hebron School at the closing Ceremony of the Inter School Athletic Festival held

at the Athletic Stadium of Good Shepherd International School, Palada on 15.08.2003

“No one lights a lamp and covers it with a bowl or puts it under a bed. Instead he puts it on the lampstand, so that people will see the light, as they come in. The experience

of sharing nourishes and enriches life in a community.”



Mr. B J Chacko, Member, Central Board of Direct Taxes (Retd.) and Chairman, Board of Governors, Good Shepherd International School, Ootacamund releasing the first copy and Mr. V. Selvaraj IAS, Former Collector, The Nilgiris (1973-76)

accepting the copy. Seen along with them is Mr. Ninan Thariyan, General Manager, The Times of India.

RELEASE OF THE ECONOMIC TIMES PRESENTATION

On 15th October 2003, The Times Group released the Economic Times Presentation, featuring Good Shep-herd International School in a colourful function.

Not just a SchoolIt is a different school of thought



Field Marshal SHF J Manekshaw M CChief Guest at The Morning Function of

The Founder’s Day Celebrations15th October, 2003

‘Discipline is the most important aspect in Education.’

The Chief Guest Field Marshal SHF J Manekshaw M C inspecting the Guard of Honour presented by the Sea Cadet Corps on 15th October, 2003

Rope Traverse



Beating the Retreat

The Flags of the Thirty-nine Nations representedin the student body of the Good Shepherd International School

Equestrian Show



Ms. Sathya SaranEditor, Femina, The Times of India Group

Chief Guest at the Evening Function ofThe Founder’s Day Celebrations, 15th October, 2003

DANCE DAZZLING – presented by the girls of Good Shepherd Finishing School

Oriya Folk Dance

‘Indian Women should play an active role in Society.’


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Inter School Swimming Gala

A swimming gala cum competition was held on 29th November, 2003 between Good Shepherd International School and Hebron School at the Palada Campus of Good Shepherd International School. On the day of the event, the indoor centrally heated swimming pool held a gala atmosphere as the participants arrived. Mr. Alastair Reid, Principal of Hebron School and Mrs. Reid were the Chief Guests. Sportive spirit prevailed among the competitors and certificates were given to the winners in various categories.

Felicitation and good wishes from down the years………..Accolades from beyond the sacred precincts

Date : 16th November, 2002Name : Rtn. PP. Brian & Janice SmartAddress : Kerikeri, Bay of Islands, New Zealand

“As a ex-high school Principal (retired), I am most impressed by the School and its wonderful environment.”

Date : 7th August, 2004Name : Amolak Rattan KohliAddress : Governor of Mizoram, Raj Bhawan, Aizawl

“It was a pleasure to be here with the youth and their developers. The institution is maintaining high standard in the field of education. I am sure with the growth, they will keep on attaining greater heights in the time to come.”

2003 Statistics : 273 Staff | 1153 Students | Nursery to Std XII & IB

2004

“The mark of a true professional is giving more than you get.”Robert Kirby



Inauguration of the New Dining Hall and Kitchen

The new refectory was inaugurated by the Principal, Dr. P. C. Thomas on 18th February, 2004. The new kitchen and dining facility will serve the entire school and staff in one shift. The kitchen is strictly separated into vegetarian and non-vegetarian sections. State-of-the-art cooking equipment using diesel-generated steam was designed and installed by experts. The cleaning of dishes and plates is totally mechanized and conform to international health standards. Separate cold storages for vegetarian and non-vegetarian food is provided. A bakery to cater to the school’s complete bread and pastry requirement is added. Collection, storage and disposal of waste using non-polluting incinerators is part of this facility. Strict care has been taken to conform to international health standards in the design of this facility. The dining room is circular in shape and designed to take advantage of the excellent view of the surrounding hills. The refectory is connected by covered passages to the academic and residential sections of the campus.



Air Commodore P.C. Sharma,Commandant, Air Force Administrative College, Coimbatore

Chief Guest at The Investiture Ceremony21st February, 2004

Taking the Oath

The Flag March of the Captains

Mrs. Sashi Sharma giving away the awardsAir Commodore P.C. Sharma,Commandant, Air Force Administrative College,Coimbatore

Chief Guest at The Investiture Ceremony21st February, 2004

The Graduation Banquet



The Visiting DignitaryThe Chairman and Managing Director of The Indian Bank,

Mr. M.B.N. Rao paid a visit to the school on 29th February, 2004

The Chairman and Managing Director of the IndianBank, Mr. M.B.N. Rao signing the Visitors’ Book

Mr. M. B. N. Rao seen with the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas

Mr. W.I. Davaram, I.P.S.Director General of Police (Retd.),

Vice President, Sports Development Authority of Tamil NaduChief Guest at The Annual Athletic Meet1st April, 2004

Taking of the Oath by the Athletes

Mrs. Elsamma Thomas and the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas along with the Chief Guest



Mrs. Vijayamma ChackoChief Guest at the Prize Day19th April, 2004

Ms. Sathya SaranEditor, Femina, The Times Group

Chief Guest at the Graduation Ceremonyof Good Shepherd Finishing School20th April, 2004

“The school has undoubtedly instilled in you lasting values and skills required for a successful life. It is now up to you to take wings and chart out a course for yourself. Do not forget, even for one moment, that you

The Chief Guest, Ms. Sathya Saran, Editor, Femina,The Times Group, delivering the Graduation Address

The Good Shepherd Finishing School Graduates along with theChief Guest, Ms. Sathya Saran, Editor, Femina, The Times Group and the Faculty

are the chosen few and that you have a duty towards your parents, your school, your society, your country and the world”.



The lighting of the candles and the traditional hymn “Pass it on”

Give us a Girl and take back a Lady – The First Batch of Good Shepherd Finishing School Students

Cooking Session in Progress Session on Hair Dressing



International Design a Stamp Contest

Ms. Radhika Kakrania’s winning design was issued as a South Korean stamp on 21st April, 2004

In the INTERNATIONAL “DESIGN A STAMP CONTEST” conducted by the PHILATELY AND STAMPS DIVISION OF SOUTH KOREA POST, 154 – 1 SEORIN-DONG, JONGNO-GU, SEOUL 110-110, REPUBLIC OF KOREA IN SEPTEMBER / OCTOBER 2003, the students of the Good Shepherd International School have bagged two of the four awards, two successful entries selected from throughout the world. The winning entries have been designed by MS. RADHIKA KAKRANIA, Class X and MASTER CHIRAGH KIRPALANI, Class XI.

Youth Category‘SPACE SCIENCE’

Grand Prize

General Category‘FIFA CENTENNIAL’

Award of Excellence

RADHIKA KAKRANIARepublic of IndiaGood Shepherd International School

CHIRAGH M KIRPALANIRepublic of IndonesiaGood Shepherd International School



The Inter School Athletic Festival

Special Assembly

Mr. Shunchonngam Jatak Chiru, I.A.S.The Additional Collector, Project Director, HADP, The Nilgiris.

Chief Guest of the Inter School Athletic Festival14th August, 2004

The Chief Guest flanked by the Principal, Dr. P. C. Thomas and the Senior Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

The Chief Guest Dr. G.S. Bhalla, Bronx Community College,City University of New York delivering his address

The Chief Guest Dr. G.S. Bhalla, flanked by Mr. Subhas Mathew, Headmaster, Administration &

Mr. C. Victor Selwin, Headmaster

The Residents of the Home of the Little Sisters of the Poor at the Shepherd’s Farm, Thorapally, Gudalur with the

Students of IB I and IB II

The sisters told us, “Old-age is the second childhood for any individual.” The elders had such a great time that day and we believe that they were reminded of their younger days, of their childhood happiness. Even at this older age, we showed them that they could still have fun, even though they are children no longer. It is a second childhood – with all the old experiences mixed with the new. We also realized that the oneness of humanity cannot be destroyed, though there are the countless number of invisible divides that fragment the World Community into groups, sects and clans.



Garba - Gujarathi DanceDance of Envy - Performed by the Girls of the

Good Shepherd Finishing School

Mr. Pradeep GuhaPresident, The Times of India Group

Chief Guest at the Founder’s Day Celebrations14th October, 2004

Pooja Dance

Ganga Ballet



Equestrian Display The Drummers’ Call

Guard of Honour presented by the Sea Cadet Corps

Mr. B.J. ChackoChairman, Board of Governors ofGood Shepherd International School

Chief Guest at the Founder’s Day Celebrations15th October, 2004

The Visiting Dignitary

Address by the Chief Guest, Mr. Mark Bartholomew, Regional Manager of the University of Cambridge International Examinations at the Special Assemblyon 18th November, 2004

“The Faculty here at the Good Shepherd International School enjoy our intimate association with all the members of staff at the UCIE office, who are always willingly ready to help us at any time. I gratefully record our sincere appreciation and gratitude.”


2005

“Our sorrows and wounds are healed only when we touch them with compassion.”-Buddha

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The Graduates of Class XII

The Chief Guest, Mr. T. S. Krishna Murthy, Chief Election Commissioner of India, on the Saluting Dais along with

the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas

Mr. T. S. Krishna MurthyChief Election Commissioner of India

Chief Guest at the Graduation Ceremony26th February, 2005

The Flag March of the 39 Countries represented in theStudent Body of the Good Shepherd International School

Mr. T. S. Krishna Murthy,Chief Election Commissioner of India, Chief Guest at the

Investiture Ceremony, February 2005

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We mourn the untimely

demise of

Sharanga Buragohainon Tuesday 8th March 2005

and

S. Kumaresh

S. Kumaresh(1982 – 1991 Batch)

Sharanga Buragohain(1992 – 2003 Batch)

THE VISITING DIGNITARY

Mrs. Judy Jones giving away the certificates

The Chief Guest, Past Rotary International Director,Dr. Keith Bernard Jones addressing the students

on 16th March, 2005

“There cannot be any compromise whatsoever on the standard of performance one has set for oneself that separates the true from the mediocre.”

“Success and prominence are attained by setting oneself the highest standards. The School will reach greater heights in all its endeavours on its way towards the year of the Golden Jubilee.”


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A kind gesture from the Good Shepherd Family

The Principal, Dr. P. C. Thomas

handing over a cheque for Rupees Ten lakhs to

the Honourable Prime Minister of India,

Dr. Manmohan Singh,

towards the Prime Minister’s Tsunami Relief Fund

on 28th March, 2005 at the Prime Minister’s residence.

Parents & Guardians : 3,57,979.00

School Staff : 85,430.00

School Management : 5,56,591.00

Total : 10,00,000.00


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“Let your heart pave the way, and your dreams build the view.Promise yourselfTo be so strong that nothing can disturb your peace of mind:To talk health, happiness, and prosperity to every person you meet;To make all your friends feel that there is something in them;To look at the sunny side of everything and make your optimism come true;To think only the best, to work only for the best, and to expect only the best;To be just as enthusiastic about the success of others as you are about your own;To forget the mistakes of the past and press on to the greater achievements of the future;To wear a cheerful countenance at all times and give every living creature you meet a smile;To give so much time to the improvement of yourself that you have no time to criticize others;To be too large for worry, too noble for anger, too strong for fear; and too happy to permit the presence of trouble;To think well of yourself and to proclaim this fact to the world, not in loud words, but in great deeds;To live in the faith that the whole world is on your side so long as you are true to the best that is in you.”

The Chief Guest, Mr. Michael Bastian,Former Chief Executive Officer, Syndicate Bank delivering his Address

Mr. Michael BastianFormer Chief Executive Officer, Syndicate Bank

Chief Guest at the Annual Prize Day19th April, 2005

The Athletes assemble at the Open Air Stadium, the venue for the Inter House Annual Athletic Meet

The Chief Guest, Mrs. Poonam Dayal flanked by the Principal , Dr. P.C. Thomas and Senior Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Mrs. Poonam Dayal,Chief Guest at the Annual Athletic Meet7th April, 2005


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His Excellency, the Governor of Tamilnadu, Shri Surjit Singh Barnalalighting the Kuthuvilakku during the Inaugural Ceremony

An Intellectual Exerciseon

Water Management, Rain Water Harvesting,Solid Waste Recycling, Soil Erosion Prevention,

Afforestation and Environment

A National Seminar titled ‘The Earth-Vision 2020’ on the subjects, Water Management, Rain Water Harvesting, Soil Erosion Prevention, Solid Waste Recycling, Afforestation and Environment was held on 16th and 17th April, 2005 at the Palada Campus of Good Shepherd International School, Ootacamund. This Seminar was sponsored by the Good Shepherd International School in association with the Rotary Club of Nilgiris West, RI District 3200.

16th - 17th APRIL 2005

NATIONAL SEMINARThe Earth – Vision 2020

Sponsored and Organised byGOOD SHEPHERD INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL

In Association withTHE ROTARY CLUB OF NILGIRIS WEST


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His Excellency, the Governor of Tamilnadu, Shri Surjit Singh Barnala addressing the participantsof the National Seminar, ‘The Earth - Vision 2020’

Dr. Anil Kakodkar, Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission and Secretary to the Government of India, Department

of Atomic Energy delivering the Key Note Address

‘Rain Water Harvesting’ by Mr. K. J. Alphons, I.A.S.,Principal Secretary to the Government and Commissioner,

Land Use Board, Government of Kerala.

‘Inter-linking of Rivers’ by Mr. Suresh Prabhu, Former Chairman, Task Force on Inter-linking of Rivers, Government of India


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The Graduates along with the Chief Guest, Ms. Ranjana S. Salgaocar, Author and Etiquette Guru and the Faculty

The Graduates of the 2004 – 2005 batch

“This institution has taught you to put your best foot forward. It has now become so much a part of you that your body language, your grooming, your deportment, your social graces all contribute to project a very positive personality, be it at an interview, workplace or a social occasion. Everyone would be envious of you or ought to be because you have learnt here the most valuable lessons, which unfortunately few other institutions teach.”

The Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas presenting a Toda Shawl to the Chief Guest

Ms. Ranjana S SalgaocarAuthor and Etiquette Guru

Chief Guest of the Graduation Dayof Good Shepherd Finishing School20th April, 2005


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The Chief Guest of the Inaugural Ceremony, Rtn. Dr. B. K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayarinaugurating the Centennial International RYLA 2005

Conversing with the Principal, Dr. P. C. ThomasSigning the Visitor’s Book

The Good Shepherd International School has been greatly honoured by the visit of Archbishop Most Rev. Dr. Pedro Lopez Quintana, Apostolic Nuncio, who represents the Holy See in India at the Apostolic Nunciature in India, at 50-C, Niti Marg, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi - 110 021

His Eminence enjoyed his visit to the school, greatly impressed by the environs of the Institution and sincerely appreciated the hospitality extended to him by the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas and the Senior Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas.

Centennial International RYLA 2005Rotary Youth Leadership Award

24th May 2005 to 30th May 2005

Held atGood Shepherd International School

Ootacamund - 643 004, India

Hosted byThe Rotary Club of Nilgiris West

R.I. District 3200, India.

Visit of His Eminence Most Rev. Dr. Pedro Lopez Quintana,Apostolic Nuncio in India on 07.05.05


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The Flag March of Rotary International Zone VI Countries

Ms. Jayanthi, I.A.S. Chief Guest, Valedictory Ceremony, IRYLA 2005

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The Chief Guest Rear Admiral A R Radhakrishnan, Chief Instructor Navy, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, The Nilgiris inspecting the Guard of Honour on 15th October, 2005

Prize Distribution by Mrs. Rani Radhakrishnan

Western Dance by the students of GSFSThe Symphony Band

Rear Admiral A R RadhakrishnanChief Instructor, Navy, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, The Nilgiris.

Chief Guest at the 29th Founder’s Day Celebrations14th October, 2005


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Equestrian Display Beating of the Retreat

Presentation of the Flags of the 40 countries represented in the School

Host SchoolGood Shepherd International School

M. Palada Post, Ootacamund – 643 004, The Nilgiris, Tamilnadu.

Association of Schools for The Indian School Certificate

Guest of HonourDr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar

Chairman, Sri Sakthi Textiles Limited, Pollachi.

Chief GuestProf. Dr. D. Viswanathan

Vice Chancellor,Anna University, Chennai.

48th CONFERENCE23rd – 25th November 2005


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Association of Schools for the Indian School Certificate 48th Conference 23rd - 25th November 2005

Prof. Dr. ViswanathanVice Chancellor, Anna University, Chennai

Chief Guest at the 48th Conference of the Association of Schoolsfor The Indian School Certificate

The Chief Guest, Prof. Dr. Viswanathan, Vice Chancellor, Anna University, Chennai

lighting the lamp at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Conference

The Chief Guest, Prof. Dr. Viswanathan, Vice Chancellor, Anna University, Chennai

delivering his address at the Inaugural Ceremony of the Conference

November 23-25, 2005, witnessed a flurry of activities in the otherwise tranquil surroundings of G.S.I.S. This was due to the convergence of Heads of schools and delegates, who had come to attend the meet of ASISC. More than 600 delegates from various parts of the country attended the conference. Prof. Dr. D. Viswanathan, Vice Chancellor of Anna University, Chennai, inaugurated the conference on 23rd November 2005. Rtn. Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar, Chairman, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan was the Guest of Honour. Mr. Shiv Khera of the Qualified Learning Systems, New Delhi, an eminent speaker and author, conducted the first session.

On 24th November, Mr. Neil O’ Brien, Chairman, Mrs. Rita Wilson, Deputy Secretary and Holding Additional C.E.O., Mrs. Poonam Sodhi, Head RDCD of the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi addressed the delegates and chaired the interactive sessions on matters of the Council. This was yet another feather, in the already feathered cap of Good Shepherd International School.


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The Guest of Honour, Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar, Chairman, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Coimbatore delivering his address

Mr. Neil O’Brien, Chairman of the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations addressing the gathering

Dr. P.C. Thomas with the Key Note Speaker, Mr. Shiv Khera

The host Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas delivering his vote of thanks

The office-bearers of the Council with the host School Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas and Senior Vice Principal,

Mrs. Elsamma Thomas


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Felicitations and good wishes from down the years…. Accolades from beyond the sacred precincts

Date : 26.02.2005Name : T.S. Krishna MoorthyAddress : Chief Election Commissioner of India, New Delhi

“It has been a delight to visit this superb Educational Institution. I congratulate Dr. Thomas and his team for this institution of excellence. As a nation, we must be proud of such an institution. I wish we could have more institutions of this nature to enhance the quality of education in this country.”

Date : 07.05.2005Name : His Eminence Most Rev. Dr. Pedro Lopez QuintanaAddress : Apostolic Nuncio, Apostolic Nuncio in India

“With my sincere felicitation for the marvelous school center. May God Bless all of you.”

Date : 14.10.2005Name : Rear Admiral AR RadhakrishnanAddress : Chief Instructor, Navy, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, The Nilgiris

“I am amazed at the growth of this institution in just a decade since I came last. How do you keep up with the unstoppable pace of vision of the Founder? My heartiest felicitations on the eve of Founder’s Day. May the school set an example to all others in our quest to be ‘numero uno’ in the world.”

Date : 23.11.2005Name : Prof D ViswanathanAddress : Vice-Chancellor, Anna University, Chennai

“My hearty congratulations to Dr. P.C. Thomas for establishing a world class school. He is a great visionary and able administrator. His school is a role model for all others in the country. I wish him all success in the future.”

Date : 24.11.2005Name : Mrs. Rita WilsonAddress : Deputy Secretary, Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi

“Congratulations for the world-class facility for the children. May God Bless the good work you are doing.”

Date : 24.11.2005Name : Mrs. Poonam SodhiAddress : Head – Research Development and Consultancy Division (RDCD), Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi

“Excellent facilities! I am very impressed by the labs, the sports fields, the stables, the medical facilities, the rain-water harvesting…. Attention has been paid to the minutest details.”

Date : 24.11.2005Name : Mr. Neil O’ BrienAddress : Chairman, Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi

“A Shangri-La for children, yet giving education so relevant to today’s world. All congratulations to the school. A happy place for happy people. God Bless you all!”




2006

“All that we are is the result of what we have thought. The mind is everything. What we think we become.”

- Buddha



Dr. K.C. ChakrabartyChairman and Managing Director, Indian Bank, Chennai

Chief Guest At The Investiture Ceremony, 25th February, 2006

The Chief Guest, Dr. K.C. Chakrabarty, Chairman and Managing Director, Indian Bank, Chennai and Mrs. Krishna Chakrabarty flanked by the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas and Senior Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Dr. K.C. Chakrabarty, Chairman and Managing Director, Indian Bank, Chennai delivering his address

Investing the Office-bearers : Sherwyn M. Katarki as the School Captain and K.E. Niveditha as the Head Girl



The Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas presenting a memento to the Chief Guest, Dr. K.C. Chakrabarty, Chairman and Managing Director, Indian Bank, Chennai.

The Graduates of the outgoing batch of Standard XII

The Chief Guest, Mr. Neil O’Brien, Chairman of the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations addressing the gathering

Dr. K.C. ChakrabartyChairman and Managing Director, Indian Bank, Chennai

Chief Guest at The Graduation Ceremony on 25th February, 2006

Mr. Neil O’ BrienChairman of The Council for The Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi

Chief Guest At The Annual Inter House Athletic Meet 6th April, 2006



The Athletes assemble to take the Oath

Mrs. Joyce O’Brien presenting the Hassan Ali Khan Memorial Trophy to the Autumn House

The Chief Guest Mr. Neil O’Brien, Chairman of the Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations addressing the graduates

Mr. Neil O’ BrienChairman of The Council for The Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi

Chief Guest at the Graduation Ceremony of Good Shepherd Finishing School, 10th April, 2006



The Lighting of the candles and the traditional hymn ‘Pass it on’

The Award of the Graduation Scrolls byMr. Neil O’Brien

The Award of the Trophies byMrs. Joyce O’Brien



Mrs. Elsamma ThomasSr. Vice Principal, Good Shepherd International School

Chief Guest At The Prize Day, 12th April, 2006

The Chief Guest Shri Sudarshan Agarwal,His Excellency, The Governor of Uttaranchaldelivering his Address on 14th October, 2006

Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, Senior Vice Principaladdressing the students

The Tiny Tots receiving their Academic Prizes from the Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Shri Sudarshan AgarwalHis Excellency, The Governor of Uttaranchal

Chief Guest at the 30th Founder’s Day Celebrations, 14th October, 2006



The Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas delivering the Welcome Address

Deepanjali

The Cock House Shield won by the Summer House

Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, Senior Vice Principal delivering the Vote of Thanks



Shri. Sudarshan AgarwalHis Excellency, The Governor of Uttaranchal

Chief Guest At The 30th Founder’s Day Celebrations, 15th October, 2006

The Chief Guest Shri. Sudarshan Agarwal, His Excellency, The Governor of Uttaranchalinspecting the Guard of Honour presented by the Sea Cadet Corps on 15th October, 2006

Drummers’ Call

Cinematic Dance



Cinematic Dance


Date : 25.11.2006Name : Dr. K.C. ChakrabortyAddress : Chief Managing Director, Indian Bank

“The school under the dynamic Leadership of Dr. and Mrs. Thomas is doing a great service to the society in creating good citizens. The school is truly of an international standard and make us all proud.”

Date : 14.10.2006Name : Mr. Sam OkudzetoAddress : Past Rotary International Director

“The best institution that I have ever seen which is self-sufficient in its needs. Dr. Thomas need to be honoured by the Government for such a great achievement. It is an example of real dedication to education.”

Date : 15.10.2006Name : Mr. Sudarshan AgarwalAddress : Governor, State of Uttaranchal, Dehradun

“My heartiest congratulations to my gracious friend Dr. P. C. Thomas for establishing a world-class educational institution in Ooty which is providing value-based quality education to our boys and girls.”

2007

“The weak can never forgive. Forgiveness is the attribute of the strong.”- Mahatma Gandhi


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Prof. Dr. M.S. SwaminathanPresident, Pugwash Conferences on Science and World AffairsChairman, M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation

Chief Guest at the Investiture Ceremony and Graduation Ceremony - 24th February, 2007

The Graduates of the Out-Going Batch of Class XII

The Chief Guest, Prof Dr. M.S. Swaminathan seen along with the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas

Oath-taking of the Office-bearers The Graduation Address by Chief Guest Prof. Dr. M.S. Swaminathan

The Chief Guest, Prof. Dr. M.S. Swaminathan delivering his address


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The Chief Guest, Mr. M.S. Sundara Rajan, Executive Director, Indian Bank, delivering his Address

The Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas, presenting a memento to theChief Guest, Mr. M.S. Sundara Rajan, Executive Director, Indian Bank

Distribution of prizes by the Chief Guest, Mr. M.S. Sundara Rajan along with the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas

Mr. M.S. Sundara RajanExecutive Director, Indian Bank

Chief Guest at the Annual Prize Day - 24th March, 2007


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Mr. Atulya Misra, I.A.S.Member Secretary, Sports Development Authority of Tamilnadu

Chief Guest at the Annual Inter House Athletic Meet - 5th April, 2007

The Chief Guest, Mr. Atulya Misra, I.A.S., seen along with the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas & Senior

Vice Principal and Bursar, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

The Chief Guest, Mr. Atulya Misra, I.A.S., inspecting the Guard of Honour presented by the

Sea Cadet Corps

The Chief Guest, Mr. Atulya Misra, I.A.S.,delivering his Address

The Winners of theHassan Ali Khan Memorial Trophy - Autumn House


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The Good Shepherd Finishing School Graduates and the Faculty along with the Chief Guest

Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, Principal, Good Shepherd Finishing School, delivering the Welcome Address

“Give us a Girl and take back a Lady” - The Ladies of GSFS

Good Shepherd Finishing School Graduation Day - 7th April, 2007


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The Chief Guest, Mrs. Elsamma Thomasdelivering the Address

Rasesh Seth receives the Duke Gold Award from the Honourable Vice President of India,

Sri Mohammad Hamid Ansari

The Awardee with his Parents andthe Vice President of India, Sri Mohammad Hamid Ansari

Dr. Edward Rogers delivering his addressMr. Alastair Reid delivering his address

Mrs. Elsamma ThomasSenior Vice Principal & Bursar, Good Shepherd International School

Chief Guest at the Prize Day - 18th April, 2007

Dr. Edward RogersChief Knowledge Officer at NASA

Chief Guest at The Special Assembly 30th September, 2007

Duke of Edinburgh Gold Award : Honour for GSIS

Mr. Alastair ReidPrincipal, Hebron School, Ooty

Chief Guest at The Inter School Athletic Festival August 27, 2007


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The Chief Guest, Prof Dr. D. Viswanathan,delivering his address

The Primary School students enthrall audiences with their grand dance performance to the foot tapping Jamaican

folk song, Boney M’s ‘Brown Girl in the Ring’

Students of the Good Shepherd Finishing School present a dazzling dance drama, “Dhimahi”

The Chief Guest, Prof. Dr. D. Viswanathan, inspecting the Guard of Honour presented by the

Sea Cadet Corps

Prof. Dr. D. ViswanathanVice Chancellor, Anna University, Chennai

Chief Guest at the 31st Founder’s Day Celebrations - 14th October, 2007

Prof. Dr. D. ViswanathanVice Chancellor, Anna University, Chennai

Chief Guest at the 31st Founder’s Day Celebrations15th October, 2007


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Students performing to the tunes of Hindi film songs


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Trained by Instructors from the renowned Shiamak Davar’s School of Dance, students of GSIS and GSFS put on

spectacular dance performances.

Spring House wins the Cock House Shield


Date : 24.02.2007Name : Prof Dr. M.S. Swaminathan Address : President, Pugwash Conferences on Science and World Affairs, Chairman, M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation, 21 Rathna Nagar, Chennai 600 018

“Opportunity to visit this unique centre of learning is a blessing. It is an unforgettable experience because of the emphasis on excellence in every aspect both education and day-to-day life. We owe a deep sense of gratitude to Dr. P.C. Thomas for his vision, mission and unparalled service to creating a new generation of scholars imbibed with the spirit of entrepreneurship, devotion of duty and a sense of pride in their service to the country. I am grateful for this opportunity to see at firsthand what an individual human being in the personality of Dr. Thomas can give to the community and the country.”

Date : 24.03.2007Name : Mr. M.S. Sundara Rajan Address : Executive Director, Indian Bank

“I enjoyed my visit to see an academic institution of an international class. I could interact with the children and it was an experience of a unique nature.”

Date : 5.04.2007Name : Mr. Atulya Misra I.A.S. Address : Member Secretary, Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu, Chennai

“Dr. P. C. Thomas has created a dream institution due to his passion, focused approach and a non-compromising attitude for nothing less than the best.”



2008

“Peace comes from within. Do not seek it without.”- Buddha



Ms. Tanja KisseleffDean, GCHM

Chief Guest at the Investiture Ceremony - 23rd February, 2008

Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas, Dean (GCHM), Ms. Tanja Kisseleff, Senior Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas,

Principal Designate, Mr. Ramesh Hariharan,at the Investiture Ceremony

Asad Ahmed Khan receiving the badgefrom the chief guest

The graduating Class of 2008 with members of the Senior Administrative Team and Ms. Tanja Kisseleff, Dean, GCHM

Chief Guest, Ms. Tanja Kissellef addressing the students

Chief Guest, Ms. Tanja Kisselef’s Graduation Address

Ms. Tanja KisseleffDean, GCHM

Chief Guest at the Graduation Ceremony - 23rd February, 2008



Mr. Anand Rao V. Patil, IASCollector of The Nilgiris

Chief Guest at the Annual Inter House Athletic Meet - 3th April, 2008

Autumn House - Winner of the Hassan Ali Khan Memorial Trophy

Sachin U BetgeriBest Batsman, Nilgiris District Cricket Championship

Jisto M ShajiBest all-rounder, Nilgiris Dt. Cricket Championship

Senior Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, Mrs. Rajshree Patil, the Chief Guest, Mr. Anando Rao V Patil, Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas and Principal Designate,

Mr. Ramesh Hariharan at the Athletic Meet

The Chief Guest Mr. Anand Rao V Patil, IAS,Collector of the Nilgiris,

delivering his speech



Dr. Sibichen K. Mathew, IRSAdditional Commissioner of Income Tax (TDS), Bangalore

Chief Guest at the Prize Day - April 26, 2008

Rtn. PHF Geetha SrinivasanEnvironmental Activist

Chief Guest at the GSFS Graduation Ceremony on 5th April, 2008

The Chief Guest, Dr. Sibichen K Mathew, IRS, Additional Commissioner of Income Tax (TDS), Bangalore,

delivering his address

The Chief Guest, Mrs. Geetha Srinivasan,delivering the Graduation Address

GSFS Graduates sing the Graduation Hymn ‘Pass it On’

NASA Space Camp 16th May - 31 May, 2008

Dr. Vanitha Mathew giving the award for Academic Excellence to Najma Naushad Mohammed Suleiman



Mr. Umar FarookCorrespondent, Crescent School, Ooty

Chief Guest at the Inter School Athletic Festival - 23rd August, 2008

Mr. M.N. VenkatachaliahFormer Chief Justice of India

Chief Guest at the 32nd Founder’s Day Celebrations 15th October, 2008

Chief Guest Mr. Umar Farook addressing the students

Chief Guest, Mr. M.N. Venkatachaliahaddressing the gathering

The Director of Activities, Mr. Ajith P. Jacob seen along with the winners

Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, presenting the bouquet to the Chief Guest, Mr. M.N. Venkatachaliah



Choir Thillana in motion

The Chief Guest, Justice M.N. Venkatachaliah inspecting the Guard of Honour

Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas, along with the Chief Guest, Mr. M.N. Venkatachaliah

Mr. M.N. VenkatachaliahFormer Chief Justice of India

Chief Guest at the 32nd Founder’s Day Celebrations 16th October, 2008



The Gymnasts in action

Junior school students put up a spectacular Yoga display The Drummers’ Call and Band Display


Date : 26.04.2008Name : Dr. Sibichen K Mathew, I.R.S. Address : Additional Commissioner of Income Tax (TDS), Bangalore - 32.

“An educational institution that excels year after year. I greatly appreciate the vision of Dr. P.C. Thomas and I find the entire team in GSIS inspired by his leadership. Mrs. Elsamma Thomas is a wonderful mother of all the children here. They are real team leaders and motivate the staff.

I find that GSIS has tremendous potential to expand and excel further in the global academic world.”

Date : 16.10.2008Name : Mr. M.N. Venkatachaliah Address : Former Chief Justice of India

“Dr. P. C. Thomas is our country’s pride. The great institution he has dreamed of, built and nurtured-the Good Shepherd Educational Complex is indeed a place of pilgrimage for all educationists.

We now know that the links between Education policy of a country and its economic progress are so strong that we ignore quality education only to our peril. If you do not prepare students for the future challenges, we will be lost.”

2009

“There are no secrets to success. It is the result of preparation, hard work, and learning from failure”

- Colin Powell


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Mr. M.S. Sundara RajanChairman and Managing Director, Indian Bank

Chief Guest at the Investiture Ceremony 21st February, 2009

The Chief Guest, Mr. M.S. Sundara Rajan, inspecting the Guard of Honour

The March Past of the Pipe Band

Award of the Certificates by Mrs. Lalitha Sundara Rajan

The Chief Guest, Mr. M.S. Sundara Rajan, and Mrs. Lalitha Sundara Rajan, seen along with the Principal

Dr. P. C. Thomas and the Senior Vice Principal Mrs. Elsamma Thomas


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Little packages of joy…great memories forever!

Mr. Sundara RajanChairman and Managing Director, Indian Bank

Chief Guest at the Graduation Ceremony, 21st February, 2009

The Chief Guest, Mr. M.S. Sundara Rajan, delivering his address

The Chief Guest, Mr. M.S. Sundara Rajan, presents the Graduation Scroll to Larisha Sanjay Sajhwani

The Graduating Class of 2009


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Mr. N.P. Gupta I.A.S. (Retd.)Former Collector of The Nilgiris District

Chief Guest of the Annual Athletic Meet - 2nd April, 2009

The Chief Guest, Mr. N.P. Gupta I.A.S. (Retd),Former Collector of the Nilgiris District, delivering his address

Oath-taking


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Autumn HouseWinner of the Hassan Ali Khan Memorial Trophy

Mrs. Veenu Gupta giving away the trophies

Mr. Alastair ReidPrincipal, Hebron School

Chief Guest at The Prize Day 19th April, 2009

The Chief Guest, Mr. Alastair Reid, Principal, Hebron School, delivering his address

Mrs. Reid presenting the Academic Prize to Nikita TayalPrincipal, Dr. P.C. Thomas and Sr. Vice Principal,Mrs. Elsamma Thomas along with the Chief Guest, Mr. Alastair Reid


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Back 2 Roots - The Return of the Natives

Back 2 Roots - 17th, 18th and 19th of April, 2009 saw our Ex-Shepherdians’ walk down memory lane

A football match with the existing students

Ms. Vasanthi DevagnanamDirector, Needle Industries Pvt., Ltd.,

Chief Guest at the GSFS Graduation Ceremony 6th, April 2009

The Class of 2008 - 2009 : Good Shepherd Finishing School

The Chief Guest, Ms. Vasanthi Devagnanamdelivering the Graduation Address


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Mr. Mark NoonanPrincipal, Hebron School, Ooty

Chief Guest at The Inter School Athletic Festival, 29th August, 2009

Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, seenalong with the Chief Guest, Mr. Mark Noonan

Mr. Mark Noonan, Principal of Hebron School inaugurating the Athletic festival

The Athletes in action Mrs. Noonan addressing the gathering

Mr. Mark Noonan addressing the students


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General V.P. Malik addressing the audience

The School Choir demonstrating a passion for singing

‘Rum-khom-bua’, a dance of Thailand

General V.P. MalikFormer Chief of The Army Staff, Chief Guest

at the 33rd Founder’s Day Celebrations 15th October, 2009

Snapshots of15th Evening Programme


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General V.P. MalikFormer Chief of the Army Staff

Chief Guest at the 33rd Founder’s Day Celebrations 16th October, 2009

General V.P. Malik speaking on the occasionGeneral V.P. Malik with our Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas

Mrs. Ranjana Malik graciously giving away the awards

Distribution of Trophies

Students performing Yoga exercises


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Djembe drumming and traditional West African dancing

Students performing Yoga exercises


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Mr. K.P. Fabian, IFS (Retd)Former Indian Diplomat

Chief Guest at the Good Shepherd Model United Nations Security Councilon 24th October, 2009

Model United Nations Security Council in session at the auditorium of GSIS

Mr. K.P. Fabian addressing the students and staff

DAIMUN VI, 19th - 22nd December, 2009

GSIS delegates at the DAIMUN conference, Mumbai


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Mr. Atul JainScientific Officer, Cosmic Ray Laboratory,

Tata Institute of Fundamental Research

enlightening the students on cosmic rays andGRAPE – 3 experiments

Rtn. PHF Geetha SrinivasanEnvironmental Activist

addressing the students

Vice Admiral V. Koithara,PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.) and Mrs. Indira Koithara being welcomed by the students at a special assembly held on 23rd October, 2009


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Mr. Peter WattsTrinity Guildhall Music Examiner

addressing the students


Date : 02.04.2009Name : Mr. N.P. Gupta, I.A.S. (Retd.)Address : B-24, Seema Apts. Sector II, Dwarka, New Delhi 110 075

“Dr. P. C. Thomas and Mrs. Elsamma Thomas have not only built this great institution but developed it into International Standards. The selfless social service done by Dr. & Mrs. Thomas is exemplary.”

Date : 16.10.2009Name : General V.P. MalikAddress : Former Chief of the Army Staff, 251, Sector 6, Panchkula B4 109

“It has been a fascinating visit to the school and to participate in the 33rd Founder’s Day celebrations. The facilities that have been created and the overall atmosphere of caring and guidance is about the best that I have seen in any school. Your contribution to the holistic growth of your students is commendable.”

Date : 26.10.2009Name : Mr. K.P. Fabian, I.F.S. (Retd.)Address : Former Indian Diplomat, C-45 IFS Apartments, Mayur Vihar1, Delhi 92

“For us it has been an exceptionally rewarding experience. We were inspired to see the pursuit of excellence that characterizes GSIS. The education of the young is the perennial challenge before the society. On interaction with the young, the faculty and above all with the Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas and Mrs. Elsamma Thomas has given us the comforting conclusion that all that is possible is being done. The Principal and Mrs. Elsamma Thomas are perfect and flawless in their hospitality and there is nothing that escapes their attention. All the very best for the GSIS family.”

2010

There isn’t a person anywhere who isn’t capable of doing more than he thinks he can.

- Henry Ford


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AN ENTREPRENEUR NURTURING A DIFFERENT SCHOOL OF THOUGHT

Dr. P. C. Thomas, renowned educationist and Founder-Principal of Good Shepherd International School, was honoured with the prestigious Dr. A.C. Muthiah Award, instituted for excellence in the fields

of Entrepreneurship, Science, Research etc., at an august function held on 12th October 2010, at the Raja Annamalai Mandapam in Chennai.

The Principal, Dr. P. C. Thomas


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GENERAL V.P. MALIK’S EXCLUSIVE VISIT TO GSIS - A DAY WELL-SPENT

“Discipline is about doing things in a manner that conserves energy, in a sequence that you are able to achieve what you want through systematic functioning”.

The Chief Guest, General V.P. Malik, seen along with the Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas

General V.P. Malik answers questionsQuestion Hour


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Rear Admiral Venkat Shankar VSMChief Instructor of DSSC, Wellington

Chief Guest at the Investiture Ceremony on 20th February, 2010

Inauguration of the New Thomson Tours and Travels Office byRear Admiral Venkat Shankar VSMon 20th February, 2010

The School Vice Captain Ujjwal Kamalia receivingthe badge from the Chief Guest

Lighting the Lamp

The Thomson Tours and Travels Office at Good Shepherd Knowledge Village was inaugurated on 20th February, 2011 by Rear Admiral Venkat Shankar VSM. The IATA registered travel agency functions to assist in the travel arrangements of all students, staff members

and parents. Foreign currencies, traveller’s cheques, visas, international and domestic tours, car rentals and all other travel-related services are provided by the Thomson Tours and Travels.

Rear Admiral Venkat Shankar VSMaddressing the students


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Rear Admiral Venkat Shankar, VSMChief Instructor of DSSC, Wellington

Chief Guest at the Graduation Ceremony on 20th February, 2010

Address by the Chief GuestRear Admiral Venkat Shankar, VSM

The Graduates of 2010

The Chief Guest along with the Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas


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COUNCIL OF INTERNATIONAL SCHOOLS (CIS)Preliminary Visit to GSIS

Mrs. Margaret Alvarez, CIS Associate Director with the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas

Mr. Kapil Kumar C SaratkarSuperintendent of Police, Nilgiris

Witnessed the Mock Firefighting Drill andMock Disaster Management Sessionheld on 19th March, 2010

Students and staff demonstrate the various firefighting strategies


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Dr. Susan Horner, César Ritz Colleges, Switzerland along with the Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas andVice Principal and Vice President, Mrs. Julie Pradeesh during her visit on 24th March, 2011.

Celebrations and Entertainment on 14th April, 2010 on the occasion of the 60th Birthday of the Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Mr. Selvaraj, I.A.S. (Retd.)Former Collector of Nilgiris

was the Chief Guest on 14th April, 2010

A special performance by the students of the Primary School dedicated to their dear mother

Address by the Chief Guest, Mr. V. Selvaraj I.A.S. (Retd)

Ballet of Colours Cowboy Song


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Rajasthani Dance ‘Yes, you can’ sung by grade VIII students

Mrs. Julie Pradeesh, Vice President & Vice Principal, welcoming the gathering

Felicitations by Mrs. Sheila Alexander, Vice Principal, representing the Staff Members

Felicitations by Mrs. Namita Fomra representing the Parents


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Expression of Gratitude by Mr. Jacob Thomas,Member, Board of Governors, GSIS

Felicitations by Ms. Bijoy Lakshmi Chutia representing the Students

Reply to Felicitations by Mrs. Elsamma Thomas,Senior Vice Principal

Vice Admiral V. Koithara, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.)Chief Guest at the Annual Inter House Athletic Meeton 15th April, 2010.

The Chief Guest, Vice Admiral V. Koithara, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.),inspecting the Guard of Honour presented by the Sea Cadet Corps


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The Chief Guest,Vice Admiral V. Koithara, PVSM, AVSM, VSM(Retd.),

along with the Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas

Summer House -Winner of the Hassan Ali Khan

Memorial Athletics Trophy

Members of the Academic Council with the Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas and his family


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At the OSA Meet held from 16th April to 18th April, 2010 at the Palada Campus

Back 2 Roots 2010

Students who received the first holy communion and confirmation along with his

Lordship Most Rev. Dr. A. Amalraj DD, STD,Bishop of Ootacamund and priests.

A special thanksgiving mass on the occasion of the 60th Birthday Celebrations of the Sr. Vice Principal,

Mrs. Elsamma Thomas. The Principal with his family members along with the Lordship Most Rev.

Dr. A. Amalraj DD, STD, Bishop of Ootacamund.

First Holy Communion and Confirmation19th April, 2010

Praju Lawrence, on the occasion of hisfirst holy communion along with

His Lordship Most Rev. Dr. A Amalraj DD, STDBishop of Ootacamund.


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CYCLOZESTa cycling expedition by the students ofGood Shepherd Finishing School andGood Shepherd International School

on 14th May, 2010

Start of a wonderful ride

Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, Principal, Good Shepherd Finishing School addressing the students of GSFS & GSIS on the occasion of cyclozest along with Dr. Geegee George and Mrs. Geetha Srinivasan.

Scintillating Space CampNASA, USA - May 2010

Shri Hamid AnsariHonourable Vice President of Indiapresenting the Duke of Edinburgh gold award to Nitesh Dhull at the ANNUAL GOLD AWARD PRESENTATION CEREMONY held at New Delhi on 24th June, 2010

Our students at the US Space & Rocket Centre inHuntsville, Alabama, USA


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Pre-National Rifle Shooting Championship All India National Digital Elocution Competition

Bijoy Lakshmi, Silver medalist in the Pre-National Rifle Shooting Competition

Payal N Gidwani receiving a certificate from theSenior Vice Principal Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

The Inter School Athletic Festival

Mr. B.K. AldrigeHeadmaster, Riverside Public School, Kotagiri

Chief Guest at The Inter School Athletic Festival, 17th August, 2010

The Chief Guest Mr. B.K. Aldrige with theSr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Chief Guest Mr. B.K. Aldrige addressing the gathering


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Students of the Primary School performing to the tune of “Waka Waka”

An Athlete in action

Mr. B.J. ChackoMember, Central Board of Direct Taxes (Retd.) and Chairman, Board of Governors (GSIS)

Chief Guest at the 34th Founder’s Day Celebrations - 15th October, 2010

Mr. B.J. Chacko with our Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas and Senior Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Mr. B.J. Chacko addressing the parents andguardians

‘Pancharatnam’, fusion of five classical dance forms Fon Pan Dance of Thailand


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Mr. V. Selvaraj, I.A.S.(Retd.)Former Collector of Nilgiris

Chief Guest at The Founder’s Day Celebrations on 16th October, 2010

Tamil Cultural Dance The Indian Music ensemble

Prize distribution

Mr. V. Selvaraj I.A.S. (Retd.) with our Principal


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Mr. C.V. Ranganathan, IFS (Retd.),Former Indian Diplomat, was the moderator on the occasion of the Good Shepherd Model United Nations

held on 27th October, 2010.

Dr. Rajeev K Srivastava, IFS (Retd.),Chief Conservator of Forests and Field Director of Mudamalai Tiger Reserve, in an interactive session with the staff and students on the 28th October, 2010.

Mrs. Pamela ClarkePrincipal, St. Hilda’s School

addressing the students on 20th November, 2010

Dr. Brian HodgeMusic Director and Conductor, External Examiner for the Trinity Guildhall Examination 2010

addressing the students on 27th November, 2010


Date : 20.02.2010Name : Rear Admiral Venkat Shankar, VSMAddress : Chief Instructor of DSSC, Wellington, Nilgiris

“It is a great feeling to be at GSIS this morning and participate in the Investiture and Graduation ceremony. My gratitude to Dr. P.C. Thomas and to his graceful wife for making it happen.. Without a doubt, they have made GSIS an institution of excellence and something every child and parent can be proud of. My best wishes to all in this wonderful institution which offers complete education.”



2011

“We become what we think about most of the time, and that’s the strangest secret.”- Earl Nightingale



Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj VanavarayarChairman, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Coimbatore

Chief Guest at the Investiture Ceremony on 19th February, 2011

Dr. M.R. SrinivasanFormer Member of the Planning Commission, Govern-ment of India and the Former Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission of India talking to the students on ‘Atomic Energy and the Nuclear Liability Bill’ on 9th February, 2011.

The Chief Guest, Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar delivering his address on the occasion of theInvestiture Ceremony on 19th February, 2011

The Chief Guest, Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayarwith the Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas

and the Senior Vice Principal Mrs. Elsamma Thomas



Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj VanavarayarChairman, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Coimbatore

Chief Guest at the Graduation Ceremony on 19th February, 2011

Mr. Chanchai Charanvatnakit Consul General of the Royal Thai Consulate in Chennai

Mr. Tajtai TmangraksatThe Deputy Consul General

Visited GSIS on 19th February, 2011


Lighting of the Graduation Lamp



Visit of Council of International Schools (CIS) Accreditation Team to GSIS

Mrs. Margaret Alvarez and Mrs. Anu Monga at a meeting with the members of the GSIS Board of Governors (Mr. B.J.

Chacko, Dr. P.C. Thomas and Mr. Pradeesh Lawrence)

A session for the members of the staff at GSIS conducted by the CIS visitors.

Mrs. Margaret Alvarez and Mrs. Anu Monga at a meeting with the members of the GSIS Board of Governors (Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, Mr. Ramasubramaniam, Mr. R. Sundar

and Mrs. Julie Pradeesh)

Mrs. Margaret Alvarez, CIS Associate Director of Accreditation and Mrs. Anu Monga, Vice Chair, CIS Board of Trustees and Principal of Bangalore International School seen along with the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas, Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas and the members of the Academic Council (GSIS).



The CIS Team with the GSIS parents

The Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas, Mrs. Anu Monga, Vice Chair, CIS Board of Trustees and Principal of Bangalore International School and Col. Mohan Mathew, Vice Principal (Administration)

Prof. K Baby Paul, Director of McGan’s Ooty School of Architecture addressed the students on February 26, 2011 on the topic ‘Architecture in the Past and Present’.



Mr. Lancelot J. FullerDeputy Secretary, Council for The Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi.

Chief Guest at the Annual Inter House Athletic Meet on 14th April, 2011.

“As you have put yourself to take on local and global challenges it would be well to remember the Olympic motto which you have endeavoured to follow this morning on the sports field: Citius, Altius, Fortius, meaning, swifter, higher and stronger. You have on the sports field displayed these attributes of excellence. You have been swifter in trying to reach the finishing line, you have raised the bar higher in trying to add another inch or two to your previous best jump and you have displayed strength in the many sports events that calls for strength. As you go about equipping yourself for life and then taking charge of your life and the lives of others in due course, when you step out into the real world it will be well to remember the Olympic motto and apply it to life. Swifter to thought and action, actions speak louder than words; higher, your aims and ideals must be higher than your peers’ if you really want the world to say, “Here is a man”/”Here is a woman”; this leads to greatness;

The Chief Guest, Mr. Lancelot J. Fuller along with the Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas and Senior Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

A Record-breaking Jump

stronger, in adversity, your resolve and conviction in what you believe, that is the truth that the school teaches you and stands for. You must be stronger; it is only a strong belief in yourself that makes others believe in you. It should be remembered that winners never quit and quitters never win. Adversity causes men to break and others to break records.”



Musical Extravaganza : The 2011 Magnum Opus

Mr. Lancelot J Fuller, Deputy Secretary, Council for the Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhialong with the Principal, Dr. P C Thomas and the Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas.

Indian Music Renditions Indian Music Rendition - Rhythm section

Symphony



The Junior Choir

The Grade 6 Choir

The Grade 7 Choir



The Grade 8 Choir

The Grade 9 Choir

The Grade 11 Choir



Kushalappa (an Ex-Shepherdian)with Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

(the mother of all GSIS students)

Ms. Madhavi RavindranathHead, All India Radio Station, Ooty

addressing the students on 12th February, 2011

The Old Shepherdians back to theirAlma Mater

Back 2 Roots 2011 - 22nd April - 24th April

Mr. Rennie Joseph MendoncePrincipal of J.S.S. International School, Ooty

addressing the students on 5th February, 2011



His Lordship, Most Reverend Dr. A. Amalraj along with the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas and Sr. Vice Principal,

Mrs. Elsamma Thomas on 15th May, 2011.

Astronauts in the making - 2011

Our students on a visit to Kennedy Space Center, Orlando, USA

9th Inter School Athletic Festivalheld on Saturday, August 20, 2011

in the Open-Air Stadium of the Palada Campus.

The torch-bearers of the fourteen participating schools taking the Athletic Oath

Athletes of the participating schools



March Past Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, Senior Vice Principal, delivering the Welcome Address

Mr. V Kalyan Ram, High School Coordinator,giving the vote of thanks

A close finish in the 100 m sprint


Date : 19.02.2011Name : Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj VanavarayarAddress : Chairman, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Coimbatore

“I am no stranger to this beautiful campus. Discipline, Decorum & Dignity are the fundamental characters of this institution. One should be fortunate to get educated from this School. Truly secular and universal in outlook. The students who come out of this school are sure to be great achievers in life.”

Date : 14.04.2011Name : Mr. Lancelot J FullerAddress : Deputy Secretary, Council for Indian School Certificate Examinations, New Delhi.

“It has been a truly wonderful experience over the past two days to witness the grand vision and goals unfolding in the sphere of world class education - for self (the student) and the world, its beneficiary.

Great empowerment to children to grow into global citizens - a truly remarkable endeavour!”



The Principal, Dr. P C Thomas, unveiling the Golf Course Plaque on 29th August, 2011

The Principal Dr. P C Thomas withRear Admiral P.K. Nair on the opening

ceremony of the Good Shepherd Model United Nations on 27th October, 2011

Former Indian diplomat, Mr. T.P. Sreenivasan, with the Principal and Senior Vice Principal on the Closing Ceremony of the Good Shepherd Model United Nations on 29th October, 2011



Dr. A. C. MuthiahChairman, Southern Petrochemical Industries Corporation, Chairman, Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode and Honorary Consul of Belgium for the South of IndiaChief Guest at the 35th Founder’s Day Celebrations on 15 and 16 October 2011.

The Principal Presenting a memento to Dr. A. C. Muthiah

The Chief Guest, Mr. A.C. Muthiah, inspecting the Guard of Honour

The best dressed couple receiving the prize from the Chief Guest

The Principal, Dr. P C Thomas seen along with the Chief Guest, Dr. A. C. Muthiah on the 35th Founder’s Day

celebration on 16th October, 2011

The Dandiya Dhamaal event for Parents and Guardians. Ms. Julie Pradeesh, Vice Principal and Vice President

performing along with the Parents




Date : 16/10/2011Name : Mr. & Mrs. A.C. Muthiah Address : Aadyar Villa, Chennai - 85

“It has been a marvellous two days of the most enjoyable experience. Precious timing which is comparable only to the SWISS in what we witnessed, admirable facilities I have not seen anywhere in India and abroad, discipline and the show of skills by the students including the march past was to MILITARY perfection. The Dandya Dance, was spectacular, the Band display and the drummers’ call were superb. The whole of India should be proud of Mr. & Mrs. P. C. Thomas for providing this world class school. Dear P.C. & Elsamma, my wife Devaki joins me in thanking you for your wonderful hospitality. We shall always cherish our visit to the Good Shepherd International School.

May God give you both strength to take your vision forward.”

Date : 29/10/2011Name : Mr. T.P. Sreenivasan & Mrs. Chandralekha SreenivasanAddress : Former Ambassador and Senior Indian Diplomat

“I have been to many schools and many Model United Nations but I have not seen any school better organized and Model UN more authentic. This must be a dream school for any country. Dr. and Mrs. P.C. Thomas nurse his school and its children with affection and presumably, discipline. An unparalleled experience and indeed memorable.”

The Dandiya Dance performance

2012

“Don’t limit yourself. Many people limit themselves to what they think they can do. You can go as far as your mind lets you. What you believe, remember, you can achieve.”

- Mary Kay Ash



Special Assembly on - 21st February, 2012Former Chief of the Army Staff, General V.P. Malik, PVSM, AVSM

Times Quiz 2012Conducted by Education Times in association with Kalaig-nar Institute of Technology (KIT) the fourth and last round of Times Quiz, 2012 on Friday, 10 February 2012 in Good Shepherd International School for schools in the Nilgiris district.

General V.P. Malik along with Principal, Sr. Vice Principal and Vice President



Mr. T.M. BhasinChairman and Managing Director, Indian Bank, Chennai

Chief Guest at the Investiture Ceremony and Graduation Ceremony on 25 February 2012

Graduates of the Out-Going Batch of Grade XII

The Chief Guest, Mr. T. M. Bhasin, Chairman and Managing Director of the Indian Bank, Chennai, seen along with the Principal Dr. P. C. Thomas and Senior Vice Principal Mrs. Elsamma Thomas



Mr. K A KushalappaA Shepherdian and theChairman - Emeritus of the GSIS Alumni Association, Chief Guest of the Annual Athletic Meet 2012

Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, presenting the academic prize on 19 April 2012

Vice Admiral (Retd.) Vijay Shankar addressing the Special Assembly on 9 April 2012

Back 2 Roots : Return of the Flock - The old Shepherdians (on 21, 22 April 2012)



New building complex of the Good Shepherd Finishing School inaugurated on 25 July 2012

The new building complex of GSFS

The Advanced Training Kitchen

The Principal, Dr. P C Thomas, lighting the lamp

The Restaurant

The Principal welcoming Prof. Debashis Chatterjee, Director, Indian Institute of Management, Kozhikode.

Professional Development workshops for teaching staff, July, 2012

A Gurukul for Gurus – held on 24-25 July, 2012



First Holy Communion and Confirmation 31 August 2012

Students who received the first holy communion and confirmation from his Lordship Most Rev. Dr. A Amalraj along with The Principal, Senior Vice Principal and priests

Eliza Elizabeth George, on the occasion of her first holy communion along with His Lordship Most Rev. Dr.

A Amalraj and Sr. Vice Principal

25 August 2012The Inter School Athletic FestivalMr. Srinivas R Reddy, Project Director, Hill Area Development Programme (HADP)Chief Guest at the Inter School Athletic Festival



Royal Thai Consulate – General Visits GSIS!7 September, 2012

Honourable Shri Mani Shankar Aiyar, former Union Cabinet Minister Chief Guest at the 36th Founder’s Day Celebrations – 14 and 15 October 2012

Good Shepherd Model United Nations (23 to 25 October 2012)

The Royal Thai Consulate-General,Mr. Chanchai Charanvatnakit seen along with Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas.

Shri Mani Shankar Aiyar with the Principal, Dr. P. C. Thomas on 14 October

Chief Guest, Shri Mani Shankar Aiyar inspecting the Guard of Honour

Dr. Shashi Tharoor with the Principal, Senior Vice Principal & Vice President



An event called LIFE : memoirs of Dr. P.C. Thomas released in Ooty, Coimbatore, Chennai & Kochi

Dr. Shashi Tharoor, Minister of State for Human Resource Development, officially released the book and handed over a copy of the book to Dr. M.R. Srinivasan, former Chairman, Atomic Energy Commission of India on 25

October 2012 in Ootacamund

Dr. M.S. Swaminathan releasing the memoir on 15th December 2012 in Chennai

Honourable Member of the Rajya Sabha, Shri Mani Shankar Aiyar, releasing the biography of Dr. P C Thomas titled ‘An event called LIFE’ on 15 October 2012

Dr. B.K. Krishnaraj Vanavarayar receiving a copy of the book from Former Chief Justice of India Shri. M.N. Venkatachaliah on 8 December, 2012, in Coimbatore

Shri Oommen Chandy, Honourable Chief Minister of Kerala, presenting a copy of the book to Prof. K.V. Thomas

on 11 January 2013 in Kochi



Visit of the Council of International Schools (CIS) Accreditation Team to GSIS3 November to 9 November 2012

The CIS Team welcomed by Principal, Dr. P. C. Thomas, Sr. Vice Principal, Elsamma Thomas, Vice President, Mrs. Julie Pradeesh and Mr. Pradeesh Lawrence

CIS Team inspecting the GSIS infrastructure and facilitiesSpecial Assembly with the CIS Team

CIS team with the GSIS Board of Governors CIS Team Head, Mr. Terry Hamilton, Co-head, Mrs. Janet Blackwell seen along with the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas



The CIS Team with the members of the Academic Council


Date : 25/02/2012Name : Mr. T.M. BhasinAddress : Chairman and Managing Director, Indian Bank

“I had the rare privilege of visiting Global Knowledge village namely Good Shepherd International School, Ooty on 24th and 25th February 2012. Dr. P.C. Thomas and Mrs. Elsamma Thomas have built a real temple of knowledge and wisdom with their unstinted efforts, great dedication, commitment, vision and mission. The multifarious curricula, sports, health, education facilities are really Par Excellence and truly global in standards. Participating in Investiture and Graduation Ceremonies was a lifetime experience for me. These two days shall always remain most memorable days of my life. I wish Dr. and Mrs. Thomas a happy, long, healthy, prosperous and accomplished life. I wish the faculty and administrative staff God Speed. May GSIS continue to light the path of students the same way and even better than today in all times to come.

I fervently wish all the best to everybody connected with GSIS. God Bless.”

Date : 25/10/2012Name : Dr. Sashi Tharoor Address : M.P., New Delhi and Thiruvananthapuram

“A pleasure to be in this remarkable school, set in such picturesque surroundings, with its exceptional world-class facilities and its all-round excellence. It was wonderful seeing the campus and even using the medical facilities! Thank you for the warmth of your welcome, the superb (and thoughtful) organization, and the kindness Elsamma and you have shown throughout. If an institution is the lengthening shadow of one man, you - Dr. P. C. Thomas have cast a giant shadow. Long may the younger generation flourish in its shade!

With all good wishes for you and GSIS. Continued success.”

Date : 15/10/2012Name : Mani Shankar Aiyar Address : M.P., Rajya Sabha

“A week-end of infinite enchantment. What a beautiful place Ooty is, visiting as I am after more than half century. And the Fernhill Palace at which I stayed was a page of history set in an environmentalist’s delight. In Good Shepherd International I discovered a school that matches the best anywhere in the world. I was particularly touched at the large number of foreign students attending the school, making international citizens of the entire student body. Dr. P. C. Thomas is an ideal Principal, an educationist of conviction who has shown what a dedicated visionary can accomplish. Congratulations!”



2013

“If you want to achieve excellence, you can get there today. As of this second, quit doing less-than-excellent work.”

- Thomas J. Watson



The Investiture Ceremony23 February 2013

Padma Bhushan Shri T V Antony, IAS (Retd.), Guest of honour for the formal dinner on Saturday, 2 February 2013

Mrs. Geetha Srinivasan presenting the Council of International Schools Accreditation Plaque to the Principal on 23 February 2013

Shri. C.V. Ranganathan and Mrs. Geetha Srinivasan with the Principal and Senior Vice

Principal on 23 February 2013



Graduates of the out-going Grade XII batch of 2013 with the Chief Guest Shri C.V. Ranganathan and the Principal

Padma Shri Dr. V Mohan’s visit to GSIS - 5 April 2013Padma Shri Dr. V Mohan addresses the students

The Chief Guest, Padma Shri Dr. V Mohan, seen along with the Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas and the Sr. Management Team

Prof. Sheela Ramachandran, Vice Chancellor, Avinashilingam University, Coimbatore accompanied by

the Registrar and eight Deans visited Good Shepherd International School on Saturday, 16 March 2013



The Principal and Senior Vice Principal seen along with the Chief Guest, Mr. Prashant Sharma, a parent and old

Shepherdian

Spring House - Winner of the Hassan Ali Khan Memorial Athletics Shield

World Heritage Day – 18 April 2013The Principal Dr. P C Thomas pen down his reflection

Back 2 Roots – 20 & 21 April 2013OSA MeetThe Old Shepherdians

Annual Inter House Athletic Meet 201311 April 2013



Mr. Brian Thorburn, Design Technology expert along with Principal, Dr. P C Thomas and Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Principal, Dr. P C Thomas seen along with The Chief Guest Mr. C Bathrasamy, District Forest Officer

Training Workshop on Design Technology16 to 23 July 2013

Annual Inter School Athletics Festival24 August 2013

Mr. K A Kushalappa presenting a memento to the Senior Vice Principal



Good Shepherd Model United Nations24 to 26 October 2013

Commodore (SCC) Rabi AhujaChief Guest at the 37th Founder’s Day Celebrations 14th and 15th October 2013

The Chief Guest, Commodore (SCC) Rabi Ahuja, inspecting the Guard of Honour

The Pooja Dance

Principal Dr. P C Thomas presenting the memento to the Chief Guest, Commodore (SCC) Rabi Ahuja

The chief guest for the opening ceremony Mr. Francois Dabin, Deputy Director, Alliance Francaise, Chennai seen

along with the Principal, Dr. P C Thomas

Good Shepherd Model United Nations opening ceremony



The Chief Guest, Vice Admiral Verghese Koithara, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.) addressing the students

The Closing ceremony of the Good Shepherd Model United Nations

Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas receiving the Award of Service Citation from Mr. C. V. Ranganathan, IFS (Retd.), Former Indian Diplomat in October 2013




Date : 16/10/2013Name : Rabi Ahuja Address : Commodore Superintendent, Sea Cadet Corps, Training Ship Jawahar, Mumbai

“My wife and I had a wonderful 2 days at the GSIS 37th Founder’s Day Celebrations. We have been amazed at the excellence achieved by the students in academics, sports, cultural and many other fields. This has been due to the vision, the thoughts, the perseverance and deep commitment of Dr. P. C. Thomas, the Founder - Principal and Managing Trustee. We have received very warm hospitality. Thank you Dr. Thomas and Mrs. Elsamma Thomas and all the GSIS “Bravo Zulu”.

Date : 24/10/2013Name : François Dabin Address : Deputy Director / Course Director, Alliance François of Madras, 24, College Road, Nungambakkam, 600 006

“Thank you so such for your kind invitation to your GSMUN 2013 ceremony and for your warm welcome during these 2 days. I have been much impressed by the quality of your facilities, the excellent level of the French Language teachers, and the professionalism of all staff. I hope we will establish long lasting and fruitful partnership between Alliance François, Madras and Good Shepherd International School and Finishing School!”

With warm regards.”

Date : 26/10/2013Name : Verghese Koithara, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.)Address : Wellington, Tamil Nadu

“This is the first Finishing School I have seen in my life and I am sure this is the best I shall ever see. My wife and I were most impressed by the facilities of the school and even more by the charm and poise of the students that we met. We wish the school greater fulfillment and laurels in the years to come.”

Mr. Paul Dowbekin, Trinity College London Examiner for the Practical Music Examinations held in November 2013



2014

“Change will not come if we wait for some other person or some other time. We are the ones we’ve been waiting for. We are the change that we seek.”

- Barack Obama



The Investiture & Graduation Ceremony22 February 2014

The Chief Guest Mr. William Bickerdike, South Asia Regional Manager, Cambridge International Examinations

seen along with the Principal


The Vice President, Mrs. Julie Pradeesh, presenting a memento to the Chief Guest

Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas lighting the Graduation Lamp



Dr. Georgi Abraham, Founder and Trustee of Tamil Nadu Kidney Research Foundation (TANKER) and the Kerala

Kidney Research Foundation addressing the students and staff during a special assembly on 1 March 2014. Principal, Dr. P C Thomas, lighting the ‘kuthuvilakku’

Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, lighting the ‘kuthuvilakku’

Mr. V Selvaraj, IAS, Former Collector of The Nilgiris, inaugurating the Higher Secondary School block

Mr. V Selvaraj, IAS, unveiling the plaque of the new Higher Secondary School block

Blessing of the Examination Hall7 April 2014

Inauguration of the New Higher Secondary School Block9 April 2014



Mr. Debendranath Sarangi, IAS, inaugurating the new Examination Hall

Mr. Debendranath Sarangi, IAS, unveiling the plaque of the new Examination Hall

Mr. Debendranath Sarangi, IAS, inaugurating the new Examination Hall

Mr. K.S. Sripathi, IAS, inaugurating the new Library Mr. K.S. Sripathy, IAS, unveiling the plaque of the new Library

Annual Inter House Athletic Meet 10 April 2014



Mrs. Sheila Dikshit, Governor of Kerala, presenting the award to Dr. P.C. Thomas

Interactive session in progress

The Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas receives Award for Innovative Edupreneurship Emerging Kerala, Education Insider Education Conclave Kerala 2014 in Kochi on 26 April 2014

Special Assembly by Padma Shri Dr. V. Mohan on 8 August 2014 Padma Shri Dr. V Mohan addressing the students and staff



Special Assembly by Lt. Gen. S.K. Gadeock on 16 August 2014

12th Annual Inter School Athletics Festival 23 August 2014

The Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas, along with Lt. Gen. S.K. Gadeock and Mrs. Sonalika Gadeock

The Chief Guest, Dr. P. Sankar, IAS, Collector of the Nilgiris District, along with the Principal and the Senior Vice

Principal

Lt. Gen. S.K. Gadeock delivering his address

Inspection of Guard of Honour

Special Assembly held in honour of Dr. P.P. Vijayan, internationally-acclaimed Mind Power Trainer on 11

September 2014

Special Assembly held on 27 August 2014 in honour of Dr. Terry O’ Brien, Academician turned full-time writer



Good Shepherd Model United Nations held from 18th till 20th September 2014

Visit of Mr. Dilip Thakore, Editor / Publisher of ‘EducationWorld’ and his wife, Mrs. Summiya Yasmeen, Co-Founder & Managing Editor of ‘EducationWorld’, on 9th October, 2014

The Chief Guest Mr. V Selvaraj, IAS (Retd.), seen along with the Principal and the Senior Vice Principal

Inaugural Session of GSMUN 2014 The Chief Guest of the inaugural session Mr. V Selvaraj, IAS (Retd.), addressing the delegates

The Chief Guest of the closing ceremony, Mr. C.V. Ranganathan, IFS (Retd.), along with the Senior

Vice Principal & Vice Principals

Mr. Dilip Thakore and Mrs. Summiya Yasmeen along with the Principal and the Senior Vice Principal

The Principal along with Mr. Dilip Thakore



Sea Cadet Corps Ship Model Room

38th Founder’s Day Celebrations (15th & 16th October, 2014)

The Principal presenting a memento to the Chief Guest, Lt. Gen. Sunil Kumar Gadeock, AVSM on 15 October

Inspection of the Guard of Honour

The Chief Guest, Lt. Gen. Sunil Kumar Gadeock, AVSM, and Mrs. Sonalika Gadeock along with the Principal and

Senior Vice Principal

Drummers’ Call

The ship model room set up in the Palada Campus in October 2014. The Museum has a collection of miniature scale models of Naval Ships, Submarines, Naval Artifacts, Paintings, Photographs, etc.



SCC Ship Model RoomA model of the sail training ship, INS Tarangini


Date : 22/02/2014Name : William Bickerdike Address : Cambridge International Examinations

“What a memorable visit, and what an exceptional school! The meticulous attention to academic excellence is matched by an inspiring range of extra-curricular activities. There is so much to admire, but music is clearly a particular strength, as illustrated by the high standard of performance at today’s Graduation Ceremony. Congratulations to Dr. P. C. Thomas and his team on the creation of a unique institution and best wishes to all the students for their future endeavours.”

Date : 16/08/2014Name : Lt. Gen S.K. Gadeock, AVSM Address : Wellington, Nilgiris

“Wish to convey my profound gratitude, compliments to Dr. & Mrs. Thomas for having used their creative genius, intellect to establish an ‘Academic microcosm of excellence’ for our future leadership. May the School nurture scholastic excellence and personal finesse towards sustained pristine glory. May benedictions of the Lord be bestowed upon every child and staff to accomplish iconic success.‘Vaya Con Dios’ ”

Date : 09/10/2014Name : Dilip Thakore Address : Editor / Publisher, Educational World

“Extraordinary primary-secondary education institution – perhaps unequalled worldwide. I am very impressed by the heavy emphasis on co-curricular and extra-curricular education. I doubt if any school anywhere can replicate it.”

Date : 09/10/2014Name : Summiya Yasmeen Address : Managing Editor, Educational World

“Congratulations on building an excellent institution. The sports and music facilities are extraordinary. A role model institution!”



2015

“Keep your face to the sunshine and you can never see the shadow.”- Helen Keller



66th Republic Day Celebrations - 26 January 2015Middle School Celebrates India’s Unity in its Diversity

Commandant’s Banner Presented to GSIS 21 February 2015

Investiture Ceremony21 February 2015

The Principal and the Senior Vice Principal visiting the stall featuring Goan Culture

Principal Dr. P C Thomas and Senior Vice Principal Mrs. Elsamma Thomas along with Middle School Students

and faculty members during a cultural programme

A cultural programme which focused on special features of Karnataka

Lieutenant General Sunil Kumar Gadeock, AVSM, Commandant, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, presenting the Commandant’s Banner to Dr. P C Thomas,

Principal

Chief Guest Lt. General S. K. Gadeock, AVSM, his wife along with Mr. Tyler Smith and Dr. P C Thomas, Principal



Graduation Ceremony21 February 2015

The Chief Guest, Mr. Tyler Smith, Senior Vice President (Asia), Trinity College London lighting the Graduation Lamp

Release of “My Stamp” at GSIS26 February 2015

Mr. S K Sinha, Member (HRD) of Postal Services Board and Ms. Manju P Pillai, Postmaster General of Western Region

seen along with Senior Vice Principal and Mr. T Suresh, Coordinator – Curriculum and Professional Development.

Vice Admiral Manohar Prahlad Awati, former Naval Officer, nature lover and a sailor of repute addressing the

students on 26 February 2015




Mathematics & Science Fair 28 February 2015

The Domino Show

A 3D painting

Mr. M.S. Sundara Rajan, Chairman, Institute of Directors, Tamil Nadu State Chapter and Former Chairman &

Managing Director of Indian Bank, addressing the students on 2 March 2015

Thai Consul-General, Mr. Somsak Triamjangarun, along with the Senior Vice Principal & Members of the Academic Council. 27 March 2015

Students displaying their models



The Annual Inter house Athletic Meet9 April 2015

Back 2 Roots 2015 - Old Shepherdians Meet17 & 18 April 2015

Chief Guest Mr. Vijay Prabhu, an alumnus from batch of 1990 seen along with Mrs. Meeta Prabhu, Principal, Dr. P C Thomas and Senior Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

The Senior Vice President, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, cutting her birthday cake along with Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas, Vice President, Mrs. Julie Pradeesh and the Old Shepherdians

Graduation Certificate presented to Vice President Mrs. Julie Pradeesh by the Principal Dr. P.C. Thomas and Sr. Vice

President, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

The Hassan Ali Khan Memorial Athletics Trophy bagged by Summer House



The 1990 batch of Old Shepherdians along with the Principal, Dr. P C Thomas, Sr. Vice President, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas and staff of Good Shepherd International School

Rear Admiral Sudhir Pillai, Chief Instructor-Navy, Defence Services Staff College, Wellington, Chief Guest of the

Annual Inter School Athletics Festival on 22 August 2015Lt. Gen. S Pattabhiraman (Retd.), the Chief Guest of the Inaugural Session on 17 September seen along with the

Principal, Dr. P C Thomas

Flag Presentation Ceremony

GSMUN 201517 to 19 September 2015



Mr. Maroof Raza, Consultant and Strategic Affairs Expert at Times Now, The Chief Guest on 18 September seen along

with Dr. P C Thomas, Principal

Mahatria Ra, Spiritual Leader and Founder of Alma Mater - an organization dedicated to self-mastery and holistic personality development delivering a talk on ‘Infinitheism’ at a special assembly held on 22 September 2015

Dr. Graham Ranger, Director of School Support & Evaluation at the Council of International Schools (CIS), Chief Guest of the Closing Ceremony on 19 September seen along with Principal, Dr. P C Thomas and Sr. Vice Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Interactive Session with Mr. Maroof Raza



39th Founder’s Day Celebrations 15 & 16 October 2015

Inspection of the Guard of Honour by Vice Admiral Srikant

Vice admiral Srikant presenting a model of the Scorpion Class Submarine to Principal Dr. P C Thomas

Band Display

Vice admiral Srikant and Mrs. Sudha Srikant along with the Principal & the Senior Vice President



Winter House - Winners of the Cock House 2015

The Ship Model Room : Unveiling of the plaque

Mr. Robert Sun, Chairman, President and Chief Executive of Suntex International Inc., inventor, engineer and entrepreneur addressing the Academic and Co-curricular staff on 30 November




Date : 21/02/2015Name : Tyler Smith Address : Senior Vice President, Trinity College, London

“First: I want to thank the students and your family. The welcome I received from all was warm and caring looking about my wellbeing from the first greeting to the last goodbye. Second: the board of governors, your strategic team, I found to be of the highest professionalism, with wisdom and respect for all. I will remember my times at the school, your home and club with your team. Third: I thank you for your teachers and team and what they have built for the future of your students and the world. Please keep doing and following your heart and the guidance your look up to!”

Date : 02/03/2015Name : M. S. Sundara Rajan Address : Chairman, Institute of Directors, Tamil Nadu State Chapter and Former Chairman & Managing Director of Indian Bank

“It has been a pleasure visiting this great institution. My admiration goes on increasing when we have institutions of this nature. There is no need to move out of India. My best wishes.”

Date : 19/07/2015Name : Dr. H.S. Shivanna Address : 29, 5th Main Road, J L Puram, Mysore 570 012

“I am truly overwhelmed. What a lovely institution! Truly world-class. Lucky are the children who study here. The school had almost every facility that one can think of.”

Date : 22/08/2015Name : Rear Admiral Sudhir Pillai Address : Chief Instructor, Navy, DSSC, Wellington

“Privilege to associate with the GSIS once again and be part of the Inter School Athletic Festival. The verve and vibrancy is very evident in every facet of the school. Keep up the good work.”

Date : 17/09/2015Name : Lt. Gen S. Pattabhiraman Address : Former Vice Chief of the Indian Army and resident of Coonoor

“It has been a unique privilege to have taken part in the GSMUN - 2015. Thanks to Dr. Thomas to have given an enlightening experience. I have seen a truly world-class institution and a wonderful ambience. It is indeed a ‘jewel in the crown’ of India’s education institutions. Keep up the high standards Dr. Thomas! You are doing a yeoman service. May God Bless!”



Date : 18/09/2015Name : Maroof Raza Address : Consultant and Strategic Affairs Expert, Times Now

“Most impressed with vision of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas and their kind and wonderful hospitality. Thank you.”

Date : 19/09/2015Name : Graham Ranger Address : Director of School Support & Evaluation, Council of International Schools

“Thank you for asking Ann and I to visit on the occasion of the GSIS MUN. I am impressed by the vision of Dr. Thomas and the Board, the strength of the drive to excellence, the outstanding community and feel of your school. You are a perfect host and in your ambition to achieve internationally-benchmarked excellence you have a school to emulate. Thank you Dr. & Mrs. Thomas.”

Date : 22/09/2015Name : Mahatria Ra Address : Infinitheism

“Let the global citizens of the world emerge from GSIS. Let love, happiness, peace and abundance spread across the globe through the Shepherdians’. Let the Lord preserve the vision of GSIS as His own. Let most and more happen through GSIS. I felt so loved in the campus by all. I leave behind my love, vibrations and silence over here. This is just the beginning…”

Date : 16/10/2015Name : Vice Admiral Srikant Address : Inspector General, Nuclear Safety, Naval Head Quarters, New Delhi

“It was indeed a rare privilege and honour to be the Chief Guest at the 39th Founder’s Day celebrations of GSIS, at the behest of Dr. P C Thomas, the most revered Teacher of my schooling days. I witnessed a most spectacular calendar of events put up by the best spirited students and staff.

The vision, passion and commitment for excellence in Education was most significantly evident. That GSIS has received highest accolades is a true testimony to the schools’ potential and acumen. GSIS easily holds great promise to the future of Education in India. Parents who have chosen GSIS as the destination for their children’s education have indeed made the right investment. Many of the Alumni are already great achievers and more would emulate these achievements.

Under the most outstanding leadership of Dr. P.C. Thomas, the school I am certain will further contribute to the students’ aspirations and quality education and thereby precipitating our Nation’s well-being as we look ahead. The faculty and staff are indeed very diligent, professional and committed to the Principal’s objective. May the GSIS proceed “Ever Onward” to greater heights.

My wife Sudha and I thank Dr. P C Thomas and the school for providing us a wonderful opportunity to be at this finest of Institutions and pray that the school grows from strength to strength. God Bless, and Au Revoir.”



2016

“Your work is going to fill a large part of your life, and the only way to be truly satisfied is to do what you believe is great work. And the only way to do great work is to love what you do. If you haven’t found it yet, keep looking. Don’t settle. As with all matters of the heart, you’ll know when you find it.”

- Steve Jobs



The Chief Guest, Vice Admiral B Kannan, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd) and Rear Admiral Nirmala Kannan, NSM, VSM (Retd.) with the Senior Vice President, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Presentation of Graduation CertificateThe Chief Guest presenting badges and certificates

Lord Karan Bilimoria seen along with the Sr. Vice President, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas and the Members of the Academic

Council

Graduation ad Investiture Ceremonies20 February 2016

Lord Karan Bilimoria, Founding Member of the Global Advisory Council of the Prime Minister of India addressing

the students in a special assembly on 8 February 2016



Graduates of 2016

World Water Day - 22 March 2016

Chief Guests, Dr. Srinivasan and Mrs. Geetha Srinivasan seeing a project done by students on water conservation

Annual Inter House Athletic Meet - 7 April 2016

Chief Guest Mr. M Krishna Kishore,an alumnus of GSIS

seen along with the Sr. Vice President,Mrs. Elsamma Thomas



Council of International Schools, International Certification planning visit4 to 7 May 2016

Hassan Ali Khan Memorial Trophy bagged by the Summer House

School Support and Evaluation Officers, Mr. Peter Gittins and Mr. Alan Scott, seen along with Dr. P C Thomas, Principal, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas, Sr. Vice President and Mrs. Julie Pradeesh, Vice President

Meeting with the International Certification Group Members

South Korean Ambassador visits GSIS on 15th July 2016

His Excellency, Hyun Cho, Ambassador of the Republic of South Korea with his wife, Mrs. Jeeyoon Cho seen along with the Principal, Dr. P.C. Thomas and the Senior Vice

President, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas



Mrs. Krongkanit Rakcharoen, The Consul General from the Royal Thai Consulate, Chennai seen along with Principal, Dr. P C Thomas, Sr. Vice President, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas and the Thai students

Royal Thai Consulate’s visit - 10 September 2016

An informal inauguration of the new cricket field on 26 July 2016

Principal, Dr. P C Thomas addressing the staff and studentsPanoramic view of the new cricket field

Mr. Murali Rambha, IPS, Superintendent of Police of the Nilgiris, inspecting the Guard of Honour

14th Annual Inter School Athletic Festival, 20th August 2016

Boys’ sprint race in progress



Mr. M Ganapathi, IFS (Retd.), Former Ambassador of India, Former Secretary, Ministry

of External Affairs, Government of India, Chief Guest of the GSMUN Opening Ceremony addressing the students on 15 September

Sir Mark Tully, Former Bureau Chief of BBC, New Delhi, Chief Guest of the GSMUN on 16 September, seen along with the

Principal, Dr. P C Thomas and Senior Vice President, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Mr. Satnam Jit Singh, IFS (Retd.), Former Ambassador of India, Former Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India, Chief Guest of the GSMUN Closing Ceremony on 17 September seen along with the Principal, Dr. P C Thomas and Senior Vice President, Mrs. Elsamma Thomas

Flag Presentation Ceremony

9th Good Shepherd Model United Nations15th, 16th and 17th September 2016



Dr P C Thomas, the Founder-Principal receiving the Lifetime Achievement in Education Leadership 2016 Award from EducationWorld

The Principal, Dr P C Thomas and the Vice President, Mrs. Julie Pradeesh receiving the No. 1 International Residential School Award

EducationWorld India School Rankings Awards 201623 September 2016



AsiaOne White Swan Awards 2016

Mr. Pradeesh Lawrence, Vice President (Finance) of Good Shepherd International School, receiving the award

Mrs Julie Pradeesh, Vice President and Vice Principal of Good Shepherd International School and Good Shepherd

Finishing School, receiving the AsiaOne White Swan Award

Mrs. Julie Pradeesh receiving the AsiaOne White Swan Award for India’s Most Influential Brand in Education for 2015-16 that was awarded to Good Shepherd International School

Mrs. Julie Pradeesh receiving the AsiaOne White Swan Award for India’s Most Influential Leader in Education

2015-16 that was awarded to Dr P C Thomas, Principal of GSIS



40th Founder’s Day Celebrations15th & 16th October 2016

Chief Guest, Mr. T.S. Krishnamurthy, Former Chief Election Commissioner of India along with the Principal

The Junior School Choir

Sri Krishna Leela



Inspection of the Guard of Honour byMr. T.S. Krishnamurthy,Former Chief Election Commissioner of India

Band Display

Indoor Rifle Schooting Range - Unveiling of the Plaque Students of the Summer House with the Cock House Shield




Date : 8/02/2016Name : Karan, Lord Bilimoria Address : House of Lords, UK

“Thank you very much for your superb hospitality. It was a privilege to speak at the school and I was genuinely inspired by the students and their intelligence, challenging and varied questions. I am leaving inspired by an amazing institution and the entrepreneurial zeal of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas. Many thanks and best wishes. May the school grow from strength to strength.” Date : 20/02/2016Name : Surgeon Rear Admiral Nirmala Kannan, NSM, VSM (Retd.)

“It was indeed an honour and privilege to be part of the Investiture and Graduation Ceremonies. This wonderful moment will always be etched in my mind. The vision of Dr. P.C. Thomas, ably assisted by Mrs. Elsamma Thomas is evident in every edifice and student of this great institution The GSIS! Warm wishes always.”

Date : 20/02/2016Name : Vice Admiral B Kannan, PVSM, AVSM, VSM (Retd.) Address : CEO & MD, L & T Shipbuilding

“This visit for Investiture and Graduation Ceremony was extremely rewarding. I could meet and interact with graduating students and the parents and experience the rich values and ethos of GSIS. Wish the institution the best of success and glory as it approaches its 40th anniversary. The vision of Dr. Thomas is truly admirable. Deep regards.”

Date : 6/05/2016Name : Alan Scott Address : Council of International Schools, School Support and Evaluation Officer, International Certification Project

“It has been a sincere pleasure to visit GSIS! The school has made my first visit to India a memorable occasion. I wish you every success with your International Certification work and hope to return to see a celebration of its successful completion in 2017.”

Date : 6/05/2016Name : Peter Gittins Address : Council of International Schools, School Support and Evaluation Officer, International Certification Project

“Visiting Good Shepherd has been a wonderfully rewarding and proactive experience. This is a great school and every best wish as you move forward with the International Certification Project. My thanks and best wishes to all.”



Date : 15/07/2016Name : Cho HyunAddress : Korean Ambassador

“GSIS a great experience. I wish all the best for GSIS and India.”

Date : 10/09/2016Name : Krongkanit Rakcharoen Address : Consul-General of Thailand

“Thank you for welcoming me and my team. I am very impressed with the efficiency of the school and also the vision of Mr. & Mrs. Thomas to make this school No. 1 in India!”

Date : 15/09/2016Name : M Ganapathi Address : Former Secretary, Ministry of External Affairs, Govt. of India

“A very enlightening visit to one of the finest institutions. I have seen many but there is none other than GSIS. The facilities, the faculty and the atmosphere provide an excellent opportunity to provide the best of knowledge and beyond. And the GSMUN is an excellent idea, conducted professionally and proficiently. Thank you for inviting us. Thank you Dr. P.C. Thomas and Mrs. Elsamma Thomas. Congratulations and the very best and God Bless!”

Date : 16/09/2016Name : Mark Tully Address : B26, Nizamuddin, New Delhi 110 013

“It has been a great privilege to be asked to speak to the students of this remarkable school.”

Date : 17/09/2016Name : Satnam Jit Singh (Retd)Address : Gurgaon, New Delhi

“Sheer delight and privilege to visit an educational institute of such high standard. Can be easily rated as the best in the country and one of the best globally. Thank you, Dr. Thomas for this opportunity.”

Date : 16/10/2016Name : T.S. KrishnamurthyAddress : Former Chief Election Commissioner of India, Chennai

“It was indeed a delight to be associated with Good Shepherd International School Founder’s Day celebrations on 15th & 16th October, 2016. I enjoyed the cultural programmes as well as the Gymnastics / equestrian performances of the students. Truly a school with a class and International Standard. Best wishes to Dr. Thomas and his team.”

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