A New Chapter Begins: Welcome to the Academic Year at St. Xavier’s High School, Dhenkanal

A New Chapter Begins: Welcome to the Academic Year at St. Xavier’s High School, Dhenkanal!

Dear Parents,
The bells are ready to ring, the classrooms are smiling in anticipation, and the chalks are raring to write! Yes, it’s that time again — a brand new academic session is about to begin at St. Xavier’s High School, Dhenkanal, and we couldn’t be more excited to welcome back our wonderful students — and a big, warm hug (virtual, but heartfelt) to our new parents and fresh little Xaverians!

Dear Parents — You’re Part of the Team Too!

We know what you’re thinking. “New session? New routine? Tiffin planning again?” Yes, we hear you! But don’t worry — you’re not alone in this. At St. Xavier’s, we consider parents as our partners. Together, we build a space where children learn, laugh, grow, stumble, bounce back, and become better every single day.

We want to reassure you — you’re not expected to become professors overnight. Instead, we encourage you to simply stay involved, stay curious, and stay connected with your child’s world. Small talks during dinner, a peep into their notebooks (without the Inspector Gadget loo), and encouraging words after a long day can do wonders.

Tips for a Smooth and Happy Start to the Year:

Build a Routine, Gently: Set regular sleep and wake-up times, but don’t expect military discipline from day one. Even grown-ups struggle with alarms (don’t we all?). A calm morning makes for a happy school day.
Create a Homework Nook: It doesn’t need to be fancy. A quiet corner, a desk (or even a kitchen table), and your presence nearby with a cup of tea can make homework time feel less like a punishment and more like bonding.
Talk More About Effort Than Marks: Remember, a child’s worth is not in their grades, and neither is yours as a parent! Praise them for showing up, trying hard, helping a classmate, or improving in something — even if it’s just better handwriting this week!
Keep the Pressure Light, But the Support Heavy: Your child should feel that you’re in their corner, not breathing down their neck. Let them grow at their own pace. After all, plants grow well with sunlight, not shouting.
Mental Health Matters: Be observant, be kind, and be present. If your child is unusually withdrawn, anxious, or overwhelmed, don’t brush it off. Our school counselors and teachers are always here to help.

What You Can Expect from Us

At St. Xavier’s, we believe that every child is unique, and so is their journey. This year, our dedicated teaching staff, ever-helpful non-teaching staff, and supportive management are fully geared up to create a nurturing, joyful, and balanced environment.

We promise:

Academic excellence without extreme pressure
A focus on emotional well-being and personal development
A culture where asking questions is encouraged, not feared
A safe, inclusive space for every student

Let’s Walk This Journey Together

We know that sometimes, school life can feel overwhelming for both kids and parents. But here’s our golden rule: If in doubt, reach out. We’re just a call, message, or parent-teacher meeting away.

So here’s to a fresh start, new notebooks (and probably misplaced erasers), and lots of learning — not just for the students, but for all of us.

Welcome once again to the St. Xavier’s High School Family. Let’s make this year meaningful, memorable, and magical.

Warm regards,
The Principal, Management & Staff
St. Xavier’s High School, Dhenkanal

Success Stories

Schools are the great place to learn and the school is the building which has four walls and tomorrow inside. My son Shreyash Suprajeet is in Class VII and studying from Class I in this school. Thank you for very nicely planned and organized academic program and good efforts by all teachers for encouraging my child's learning. The school is always support, cooperate and encourage him in studying as well as in all extra curricular activities. So I am very grateful to all teachers, principal and coordinator for my child is being groomed very well.

I Dr Kamalakanta Rout working as AYUSH Medical Officer at Balarampur, Dhenkanal. My daughter Sonakshi Subhadarshini is studying in class - X at St. Xavier's High School, Dhenkanal. I selected this school for the ward's study for (1) This is the first and oldest school providing a CBSE course. (2) Past record of very good achievement of students in CBSE exams. (3) Parents like the behavior of all teaching and non-teaching staff towards students. (4) Giving special care towards extracurricular activities by students, helping then to express their inform qualities.

I am writing to let you know how very pleased I am with the education my daughter, Sashree Priyadarshine of class IV-B is. St. Xavier's High Receiving at School. Thank you for nurturing our child's love for learning. The dedication of the teachers and staff is commendable. Our child feels safe and supported at this school. We appreciate you and the school's staff for being role models for your students to emulate.

My son Sudaksh Dash, a student of class II, loves going to school and is doing academically well. What else do I need as a parent!! I sincerely thank the teachers for providing the environment that enables students to enjoy the learning process. I also thank the school management for giving parents the platform where we can express our opinions and give our feedback. I hope this continues.

This school has given my daughter a great scope to grow. It's an amazing school, teachers are hard working and supportive. My daughter feel safe hear and i am very satisfied. A big thank you for all teachers who make them ready for higher stage performance. My daughter result very good bcoz the teaching style of all the teachers are fantastic and teachers giving the right guidance. Today I feel that my decision to send my daughter to this school was absolutely right. Thank you

The st. Xavien High School is no more a school for me but a home in which my child spends 6 hours, daily with happiness. The teachers are very caring and their explanation. so good. So many extra Co-curricular activities have been taken on the school premises. I heartily thank everyone for giving so many chances to be My all-rounder.

"Education is not filling of a pail, but lighting of a fire". - WB Yeats. St Xavier's High School, Dhenkanal, stands distinguished in its achievements in scholastic and co-scholastic areas with special stress on inculcation of strong values in children. May the school grow and move ahead in nurturing these blossoming buds to scale ecstatic heights.