St. Anne’s High School & Junior College: A Legacy of Excellence
Our Humble Beginnings
Born in 1916 in the heart of Orlem, St. Anne’s High School began as a humble outhouse, a dream fueled by the love and sacrifice of the village community. Our foundation was built on the spirit of service, led by Rev. Fr. Justin D’souza, the central pillar of our birth and infancy. Fr. D’souza’s vision, overcoming the acute challenge of limited funds, led to the construction of a proper school building, which arose in 1921 on a foundation of communal effort, team spirit, and love.
Growth and Vision
From a small school with classes up to Standard IV, St. Anne’s began a steady march of progress:
- Expansion: Under Rev. Fr. Stanislaus Pereira (1948), the school started Standards V, VI, and VII, clearing the way for a high school. He established a qualified staff and enhanced the premises with a wall, fountain, and a large playground.
- The High School Era: Rev. Fr. Frank Noronha (1956) spearheaded the herculean task of establishing the full-fledged high school. The foundation stone for the new building was blessed on February 28, 1959, and the first batch of students appeared for the Board Examination in March 1960.
- Strengthening Reputation: Successive Principals, including Rev. Fr. Octavian Dias (1963), ensured the school grew in leaps and bounds, becoming known for its high standard of education and an impressive building extension in 1975.
Modern Milestones
The tradition of innovation and dedication continued:
- Sports Glory: Under Rev. Fr. Ernest Fernandes, the school reached new heights in sports, initiating and executing extensive sports programmes, making ‘St. Anne’s, Orlem’ a proud name on the sports pages.
- Junior College: Fr. O. Dias’ dream of a college was realized by Rev. Fr. Ernest Fernandes with the establishment of St. Anne’s Junior College in 1988 (Arts and Commerce, with Science following in 1989).
- Technology & Modernism: Rev. Fr. Cliffton Lobo (1990) introduced modernism with the installation of closed-circuit T.V. and computers. Rev. Fr. Francis Carvalho (1999) continued this trend, installing the latest CCT.V. system, LCDs, Laptops, and a telescope.
- A New Chapter: In June 2005, the school’s history turned a new page as Mrs. Annie Braganza became the first lay person to take over as Principal. Under her able leadership, the institution continues to move from strength to strength, boasting a well-equipped computer room, surveillance system, and dedicated sports facilities.
Our Achievement
From a molehill, a mountain has grown. St. Anne’s High School and Junior College has grown into one of the most sought-after institutions in the suburbs of Malad, boasting excellent infrastructure, dedicated staff, and a reputation for scholastic excellence and high-fibre citizenship.
We turn out droves of well-trained students who are a pride to their Alma Mater.