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Dear Friends,

Xavier School, situated at Gamharia is a unit of X.I.T.E (Xavier Institute of Tribal Education), a registered society established in 2003. The school was established in 2012 and is run by Jesuits, members of Society of Jesus, a religious Society founded in 1540. From the beginning Jesuits were involved in secondary education. During the 16th, 17th & 18th centuries Jesuits were called schoolmasters of Europe because of their numerous schools and their system of education.

A Jesuit institution is, first and foremost, God-centered. Its motto is AMDG – For the Greater Glory of God. It acknowledges with reverence its dependence on God’s Providences. Since all its enterprises are supported by God’s grace, it follows that its achievements are credited to God. Jesuits are motivated, and in turn motivate their collaborators to develop sensitivity to God’s presence and power and to give God due praise and honour.

The late President of India, Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam often talked about his education in a Jesuit institution, St. Joseph’s College in Tiruchirapali, paying tribute to the teachers who shaped him.

There is a typical Jesuit term which is loaded with meaning : MAGIS. It is the Latin for more but it is interpreted by Jesuits as ‘striving beyond limits’. It is excellence plus ! Excellence means endeavoring to ‘be the best’ and ‘do our best’ not merely within the limits of what seems humanly possible but going beyond it by the power of the spirit within. People with the excellence plus mindset do not measure their progress against an absolute standard but rather explore the fullest possible development of their personal potential at each stage of life, coupled with willingness to continue this development throughout life. Excellence is a process not an end itself.

Xavier School as an institution strives for excellence. It achieves this through a common goal. It requires that all who are associated with it should have an unwavering commitment to this goal, genuinely believing they can achieve it and each member feeling he or she has a meaningful role to play in pursuing this goal. Each must stretch himself / herself to accomplish the objective.

Collaborators in Jesuit Institutions are considered as companions rather than employees. Jesuit companions / collaborators have the responsibility of making every effort to develop their talents beyond the ordinary. They must seek opportunities to stretch mind and imagination beyond limits. They are also called to excellence that is to be outstanding in whatever field of service they are entrusted with. They have to interact and work with collaborators belonging to different religious affiliations. They must perceive God at work all around them. They are expected to be women and men for and with others. Jesuit institutions abide by the principle of Servant Leadership. The higher the status and position, the greater are their obligations and opportunities to serve and to lead others to service.

Xavier school welcomes you to join us in our educational work to transform the society.

With best wishes,

Yours sincerely,
Fr. Kuruvilla V.S.J.
Secretary, Xavier School, Gamharia

Xavier School, Gamharia is a unit of XITE (Xavier Institute for Tribal Education), a Society registered under the Indian Societies Registration Act, 1860. The school is managed by the governing Board of XITE. However, the day to day management of the school affairs is vested in the school administration. As a Jesuit institution Xavier School Gamharia upholds the vision, mission, values and objectives of the Jesuit Society which is to churn out men and women for others imbued with social, ethical and spiritual values. It strives for excellence and integrity in every aspect. Though a Christian religious minority institution, Xavier School practices non-discriminatory policies in its functioning. Thus Xavier School is open to all classes and categories of people regardless of caste, creed, language, place of birth and gender. Nevertheless, preference will be given to Christians and tribals in its admission policy. Faith formation, religion classes, moral science classes and value education will be part of the school curriculum. Therefore, every day the school will begin and end with a prayer. Thus, this school is a school with a difference. All the stake holders are advised to bear these aspects in mind while taking admission in Xavier School Gamharia.  Our Vision Xavier School aims at preparing students to be professionally competent and conscientious citizens, having concern for others, especially the underprivileged, to build a just and humane society. Our Mission Inculcation of human values such as love and concern, friendship and co-operation, honesty and integrity, respect for God's children and care for the environment, discipline and self-control, and promotion of academic excellence, leadership skills, and integral development.     Xavier, therefore, expects the parents to contribute their share towards achieving this goal. Your children will be exposed to the social realities in our own town and beyond. They will be required to do certain amount of social service for their underprivileged brothers/sisters.