Our Recent Spotlights

UNIFY
The Inauguration ceremony of the Interact Club of Alagappa Schools was successfully held on 22 July, 2023 at Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mylapore, Chennai. “UNIFY” was the first ever combined installation of 27 RCM Interact Clubs.The Guests of Honor of the event were Rtn.AKS Ravi Raman, District Governor, RID 3232, Rtn.N.S.Saravanan, District Governor Elect, RID 3234 and Rtn.Vinod Saraogi, District Governor Nominee, RID 3234.

The President Collar was passed on from the Outgoing President Itr.Dravid to the Incoming President Itr. Shenaaz Fareen in the presence of Rtn.Ravi Sundaresan, President, RCM.

This was followed by the Rotarians Rtn.Shivakumar Vellur, Chairman Interact - Zone 2, RCM, Rtn.IPP Jayashree Sridhar, Chairman Interact - Zone 3, RCM presenting the new office bearers with their badges.Then the annual report of the year 2022-23 was presented by the Itr. Shenaaz Fareen.

Photo of Rtn.Ravi Sundaresan President, RCM, Rtn.Shivakumar Vellur, Chairman Interact - Zone 2, RCM and the Guests of Honors with Our Alagappa Interact Cub Faculty Coordinator Miss.Shalini, Interact President and team.

ALAGAPPA SCHOOL 2023-24 ENGLISH LITERARY CLUB
The Literary Club of Alagappa School functions with the objective to encourage students to give free expression to their ideas through various creative ideas. The activities of this club are planned to augment the output of the members of the club and thereby imparting these values to the student community as a whole. The literary capabilities inherent in the students need to be chiseled out to give flair to their creative aptitude. The literary club program of our school was held on 30th August 2023 at our school. Mrs.K.M Vijaya Bharathi Director of Alphic Phonics Academy was invited as a chief guest. A special brainstorming session was conducted by the honourable chief guest through which students understood the impact and importance of learning English.

INTERACT CLUB PROJECT STREETSCAPE
Rotary Club of Madras ( RCM ) initiated an impact making program involving school children from the 27 Interact Clubs to indulge in social activities like neighbourhood clean-ups, environmental awareness activities, moral policing, and traffic. This program for the school children was inaugurated by Dr.J.Radhakrishnan IAS, Commissioner Corporation of Greater Chennai. Alagappa Schools Interact Club members joined hands with the Rotary Club of Madras Streetscape Program by adopting a street and transforming the ambience and living conditions of the street.

SOW THE SEED TO FUTURE 23rd AUGUST 2023
Our student Interactors volunteered in creating an eco-conscious environment by planting saplings, nurturing it and maintaining it to stand firm as trees. The program was initiated with the great support of Our School Trustee and Director Mr.G.Naresh Kumar, Principal Mrs.K.S.Revati, Head Mistress Mrs.Reena Rai and Vice principal Mrs.Sabiha Sultana.

PAINT A NEW WORLD 2nd SEPTEMBER 2023
The Interact members were enthusiastically involved in beautifying the compound walls of the school and making the environment more vibrant.

INDEPENDENCE DAY REPORT
The 77th Independence day was celebrated on 15th August on Tuesday at Alagappa schools. The chief guest for the day was Dr. MURUGUSUNDRAM an alumnus of Alagappa Schools was in 1985 batch. He is founder and medical director Chennai Skin Foundation Yesudian research institute. He reached great heights in his profession. He address to the students created a great zeal among the students. The cultural program was very colorful and it was spectacular feast to the eyes of the spectators. The function started at 8.00a.m. and came to a close at 9.30 a.m.With singing of National Anthem. Jai Hind.

Alagappa Memorial Interschool Volleyball and Throwball Tournament
The Alagappa Memorial Interschool Volleyball and Throwball Tournament was held on our school campus on July 27 and 28, 2023. Mrs. Sujatha, Regional Senior Manager of the Sports Development Authority of Tamil Nadu, was the Chief Guest for the Inaugural Function. Mr. G. Naresh Kumar, the Director and Trustee of our Alagappa Schools, distributed the prizes to the victors. P.A.K. Palanisamy Higher Secondary School earned the first place trophy for the volleyball Boys, and Anita Methodist Matriculation Higher Secondary took home the second runner-up trophy. Velammal Matriculation Higher Secondary School won the Throwball Girls Trophy, while Kalgi Ranganathan Montford Matriculation Higher Secondary School was the runner-up. The Tournament generated overwhelming excitement, enthusiasm, sportsmanship, and team spirit.

Investiture Ceremony 2023
Investiture Ceremony of the Student Council was held on July 24 on the school premises. The newly formed Student Council was conferred with badges and sashes. The Principal congratulated the newly elected Students’ Council as the torch bearers of values that the school stands for and urged them to execute their responsibilities with commitment and integrity. The School Band students played the instruments well with proper synchronization and rhythm.

State Level Competition
Sai Sanjay, of Class 9 C, participated in the Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry State Level Competition on the 1 st of July, organised by Nadar Mahajana Sangam. He won the top honour in the speech competition in Tamil. A certificate and a cash prize of Rs. 2,500 were awarded to him. Additionally, he was eligible to take part in the speaking contest that will take place in Virudunagar on July 14.

International Day against Drug abuse an illicit trafficking
The Resource person Dr. Poornachandrika , Director of Mental Health spoke about ill effects of taking drugs and created awareness among the students the harmful effects of using drugs
Area Councillor Mr.Parithi Elamvazhuthi spoke about the steps taken by the government to reduce drug abuse
A pledge was taken by all the students and staff to not be tempted to use drugs and stop their friends from taking drugs and recover .

Alagappa Schools Student Council Elections - 26.06.23
The Process for choosing the right candidate for the Student Council Elections began in the middle of June 2023. Students submitted their profiles to the Principal. The students then campaigned for their respective posts during the assembly and in all the classes.
The elections for the posts of SPL, ASPL, SPORTS, ASST. SPORTS SECRETARY, CULTURAL SECRETARY, AND ASST. CULTURAL SECRETARY were conducted in an orderly manner on the 26th of June in the auditorium. The voters were the students from Grades VI to XII.
The chosen members executed the vote tally in a very confidential approach.
The winners from the election will take their positions officially after the oath-taking ceremony on the day of Investiture.

Discover yourself, Discover Yoga For Healthy Mind, Body and Mind.
International Yoga Day was observed in the school campus today, June 21, 2023. Raising awareness is ther purpose of the international day of yoga. Yoga aims to give one's body, mind, and spirit more vigour, strength, and beauty. Two distinguished individuals conducted our school's "YOGA DAY" today: Mr. Shanmugasundram, M.sc., M.phil. Yoga and Mrs. Hemavathi, M.sc., M.phil. Yoga.

Sports Development Authority of Tamilnadu.
On June 18, selection for the state throwball team took place at SDAT Nehru Stadium. This competition had 15 schools in it. We are happy to announce that S. Daksha Kedia, a student in class 12, and H. Harini, a student in class 11, both participated and were chosen to play in the state-level throwball competition. It will take place from June 23 to June 25 in Erode.
Organizer- Mr.RUBANANDAM.H
secretary
Chennai District Throwball Association
Coach - Ms. Divya Kannan.

1st Remembrance
"Alagappa Schools, Chennai accorded an unfeigned tribute to the eminent educationist and famed Correspondent Dr Mrs Umayal Ramanathan Secretary Emeritus on her Ist Death Anniversary. It was observed on 12th December 2022, Monday. After the floral offering, a two minute silence was observed by the Management Heads, teachers, students in the assembly specially conducted to Mark the occasion. The Prayer Meeting was held sharp at 1.47 p.m. (the time she breath last year). The Principal shared the values followed by our late Correspondent throughout her life. Walking on the track laid by her father Dr Alagappa Chettiar contributes his might for the school, and the welfare of the community from time to time. Lunch has been provided to all the students and staff."

Medical Camp
On the 1st and 2nd of December,a FREE MEDICAL CAMP was organized for all the students as a part of the Memorial Service for our late Correspondent Dr.Umayal Ramanathan. The Camp was successfully organized under the guidance of a team of senior specialists from Dr.Gupta’s Dental Specialities Centre, Dr.Agarwal’s Eye Hospital and Spot Hospital for a comprehensive Dental, Eye and General check-up on students from grade 3 to 12.

“Craft Class”
"Art is not a handicraft; it is the transmission of feelings the artist has experienced." Craft class conducted by Ms. Revathi for the students.

“Proud Moment”
Jai Guru P of std II has entered his name in “World Record” of Most Multisports Personalities to showcase their unique sports talents in one minute in multiple locations in a day Across the World on 13th November 2022.

Children’s Day Celebration 2022
Children’s day was celebrated on 14th November students enjoyed the day by watching Animated movies, Participating in various competitions, dancing and a small token of love was given to them to make the day memorable.

“94th Birthday of “Achi” – Late Dr. Umayal Ramanathan
“In commemoration of Achi Birthday, blood donation & vaccination camps, a floral depiction of Achi and candle light vigil was organised. A rally was taken out on the theme “WOMEN EMPOWERMENT” & “CHILD ABUSE”.”

“JOY OF GIVING” EVENT
“The young Interactors of Alagappa Schools wholeheartedly involved themselves in the “JOY OF GIVING” program organized on 19th of October 2022. As Diwali is all about sharing and caring, the interactors and our school shared Diwali Sweets and their time with the S evalaya’s children.”

Diwali Celebration 2022
“Light a lamp of love, blast a chain of sorrow, shoot a rocket of prosperity and fire a flowerpot of happiness this Deepavali.”

Invitational Asian Level Silambam Open Championship 2022
“M. Heamanth Kumar of class IV B Alagappa Schools, Chennai has secured 3rd place in “Invitational Asian Level Silambam Open Championship 2022” held on the 1st & 2nd October 2022, at Decathlon Sports Playground, Mugappair, Chennai, India.”

FOOD FEST [2022 – 23]
“We must always respect the food we get because it is the blessings of God and love from someone who cares for us”.

On 5th October 2022, the office bearers of the Interact Club of Alagappa Schools attended "Crankit" the RCM YST Assembly, organised by the Rotary Club of Madras Youth Service Team RID 3232 at New College, Royapettah.

Finspire Academy conducted Career Awareness Seminar to Commerce Students (11th and 12th) in Alagappa Schools, Chennai.

Hearty Congratulations "A Star is Born"
Vishwa [9 Years] of std IV has qualified for International level in silambam championship which will be held in "Thailand & Malaysia". We wish him all success.

3D Light & Sound
“50 students of Alagappa Schools accompanied by coordinator Ms. Shalini participated in the program 3D Light and Sound show on Vidhuthalai Poril Vera Thamizhagam organized by Information and Public Relations Department Tamil Nadu at Kalaivanar Arangam, Chennai.”

Interact Club
“The Installation of the office bearers of the Interact Club of Alagappa Schools was held in the school premises in the presence of Rtn. Jayashree Sridhar, the President of RCM. Guests of Honor were Rtn. Shivkumar Eashwaran, the Chairman Youth Service, Rtn. Parkavi, the Youth Service Director & Rtn. Sonika Jain, the Zone 3 chairperson.”

“On 12 August 2022 Maximum number of students wearing masks of Indian freedom fighters participated in the Guinness World Record Event to celebrate the 75th Independence Day.”

“A. Lokesh of XII D won a Bronze Medal in the Tamil Nadu State Taekwondo Championship held in Kanyakumari on 21 August 2022. He has qualified for the National Level.”

“The Inauguration of NSS was held on 11th July 2022. Dr. Sidhiq presided over the function as Chief Guest and Dr. Sampath DLO graced the function as Special Guest.”

“Thusar R of std XI won in the State-Level Athletics Meet (400 mts) held in Krishnagiri District on 17.08.22 & 18.08.22. He has qualified for the National Level.”
We wish him all success.

“The inauguration of the RSP club of Alagappa Schools, Chennai. The cadets with the Chief Guest Senior Officer Mahesh Bauxani, Principal Mrs K.S.Revati and Ms Divya Kannan, Teacher in charge.”

“Our beloved Chairman Dr. Ramanathan Vairavan & Managing Trustee Ms. Devi Alamelu Vairavan met honourable Chief Minister Thiru. M. K Stalin in his office at Chennai to discuss the future projects of Alagappa Group of Educational Institutions.”

“THE 44th FIDE CHESS OLYMPIAD 2022, MAHABALIPURAM, CHENNAI”
Alagappa Schools Chennai, students visited the venue of The 44th Fide Chess Olympiad 2022.

Our eminent alumnus Mr. S Koventhan IFS the Director of Regional Passport Office on a courtesy call: with our Hon'ble Chairman Dr. Ramanathan Vairavan.

Praveen Chitravel, Alumnus Alagappa Schools, Chennai.
Athlete and triple jumper with Neeraj Chopra, in celebration of the silver medallist at the international forum in the World Championships at Eugene, Oregon state, US.
Praveen Chitravel will be participating in the Commonwealth Games to be held at Birmingham, England.

Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav 75 glorious years of India’s Independence
“The Regional Passport Office at Anna Salai, Chennai celebrated Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav 75 glorious years of India’s Independence. The winners of the inter school competition are honoured by the chief guest Padma Vibhushan Music Maestro Dr. Ilaiyaraaja & the Director of RPO Mr. S. Koventhan.”

Taekwondo & Poomsae Championship, 2022
“A. Lokesh of XI-D Alagappa Schools, Chennai has won the Gold medal in the Chennai District Level Taekwondo & Poomsae Championship, 2022.”

Vaccinations for Alagappa Schools students
“Vaccinations for Alagappa Schools students, Chennai commenced.11th Jan 2022 Vaccinations are injected to our students.”