THE CHOICE SCHOOL since 1991: A Retrospective

Introduction to the school and it’s inception – the ideology, and principles behind it.

Introduction to the school and it’s inception – the ideology, and principles behind it.

Img 1 Exterior image of the school at Panampilly Nagar Img 2 Exterior image of the school at Panampilly Nagar

Img 3 The teachers’ choir also present a song Img 4 The Choice School, Panampilly Nagar being inaugurated by Ernakulam District Collector Shri K R Rajan

1991 21st June 1991 21st June 1991 Img 5 The first ever student choir of The Choice School at the Panampilly Nagar campus, on the day of the inauguration.

21st June 1993 marked a new beginning for the school as they shifted to the Tripunithura campus. The very campus that would go on to become an iconic landmark in the Kerala’s educational history. On the very same day, the boarding unit was also established in the campus.

1993 21st June 1993 1993 Img 6 The indispensable non-teaching staff of The Choice School Img 7 The inauguration ceremony of the new campus graced by various esteemed guests

10th December 1993 Img 8 President of Choice Foundation, Mr. Jose Thomas felicitating the winners on Sports Day (1993-94) at the new campus

1993-94 Img 9 The Choice School gets affiliated to Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) 1st April 1994

At a time when traditional education systems were getting established in Kerala, The Choice School literally broke all barriers by introducing student exchange programmes for the first time.

The four houses of the school were named after four major rivers of South India. (need names of the houses) 1st May 1994 15th September1994 Img 10 A snapshot from a student exchange programme arranged by the school in collaboration with *need name of the other school Img 11 A performance by students on the occasion of House Day 1994

10th July 1995 2nd September 1995 Img 13 A thrilling drama performance by students on Annual Day. Under- standing the importance of holistic education, Mr. Jose Thomas ensured that students were exposed to an expanse of cultural and literary events Img 14 (need more info)

20th September 1995 21st December 1995 Img 16 Re-enactment of the birth of Christ by students of the school as part of Christmas celebrations Img 15 Students gracefully performing the traditional folk dance ‘Thiruvathiraka- li’ on the occasion of Onam in the school campus 1995

Img 17 The school choir singing a round of carols during Christmas

Img 19 The adorable kids of The Choice Kinderland enjoying their Annual Day performance Img 18 Choice students dress up and flaunt the tricolour for Independence day 1995-97 10th September 1997 15th August 1997

14th November, 1997 11th December, 1997 Img 20 Honouring Chacha Nehru’s memory as the students promptly dress up in his attire on Children’s Day Img 21 The winning house (need name) proudly lifts the cup on Sports Day (1997-98)

11th December, 1997 28th January, 1998 Img 23 Excited and happy faces spotted on Farewell Day Img 22 Students of all houses line up for a race during the Annual Sports Meet 1998

1998 Img 25 A sneak-peek into the school library - students engrossed in their books

1998 Img 26 Mrs. Leila Thomas, Principal (1998- 2001) 1998-2001

Img 27 Mr. Jose Thomas hoisting the national flag on the occasion of Independence Day alongside staff and student leaders 15th August, 1998

1998 Img 28 The students and staff of The Choice School with the student exchange group from (need name of school) 1998

Img 29 The Choice School hosts the cultural fest VIBES in 1998 after winning the previous chapter of the event 10th September, 1998

Img 30 A student welcoming the guests to VIBES ‘98 Img 31 The teachers participate in exciting events organized by the students on Children’s Day 1998 10th September, 1998 14th November, 1998

19th December. 1998 3rd July, 1999 Img 32 Not bound by traditional norms, stu- dents are introduced to and trained in the traditional martial art form of Kalaripayattu. Sports Day (1997-98) Img 33 A students gives the valedictory address at the school’s annual Award Function

12th July, 1999 15th July, 1999 Img 35 Students all dressed up in costumes for a lively and colourful performance at the Valedictory Function Img 34 A student receives her trophy for her achievements 1998-99

Img 36 Mr. Jose Thomas addresses guests at the inauguration of The Choice Kinderland block in the Tripunithura campus 26th March, 2000

26th March,2000 Img 37 Students of The Choice Kinderland in their new block on the day of the inauguration 31st May, 2000 Img 38 The proud first batch of Grade XII to graduate from The Choice School along- side Principal Mrs. Leila Thomas and Mr. Jose Thomas

Img 39 The first graduating batch of The Choice School standing tall and proud Img 40 Students of the graduating batch caught in a candid moment 2000 2000 2000

2000 26th March, 2000 Img 41 The boys of the graduating batch strike a pose in their favourite cor- ridors before moving on to the next phase in their lives Img 42 In conversation with the audi- ence during the inauguration of the (which) Kinderland block

12th July, 2000 12th July, 2000 Img 44 Usha Uthup having a one-on-one conversation with students of the school Img 43 Popular singer Usha Uthup visits The Choice School. Addressing the stu- dents alongside Principal Mrs. Leila Thomas and Mr. Jose Thomas 2000

Img 45 The Queen of Pop mingles with her youngest fans up close 10th December 1993

Img 47 A student felicitates legendary badminton champion Prakash Padukone as he graces the school on the occasion of Sports Day (2000-01) Img 46 Truly a moment to remember for the students as Mr. Padukone addresses the school 2000 19th December, 2000 19th December 2000

9th February, 2001 Img 48 The Grade X batch of 2001 smartly dressed up for their graduation ceremony 1st April, 2001 Img 49 Making the most of the summer break, students participate in the Summer Camp of 2001

Img 50 Marking a decade of excellence in educa- tion, The Choice School celebrates their very first Decennial Anniversary Img 51 Electrifying performances by super-talented students during the Valedictory Function 2nd July, 2001 21st June, 2001 2001

Img 52 Principal Mrs. Leila Thomas hoists the tricolour on Independence Day 15th August, 2001

Img 53 A student-made art work about India’s growing technology Img 54 A newspaper excerpt about the ‘Music for World Peace’ event organized by The Choice School to promote non-violence and harmony around the world 2001 16th October, 2001 16th October 2001

16th October 2001 2003 Img 55 Another one from the event where Tom Sawyer Band played a number of songs for the students of the school Img 56 An initiative to promote the green revolution, a herbal garden was set up in the campus and inaugurated by (need names)

10th January 2003 18th February, 2003 Img 58 need more info Img 57 Students receiving their graduation mementos on Graduation Day 2001-03

3rd July, 2003 Img 59 A large-scale production of the classic musical ‘Joseph and the Amazing Dream Coat’ performed by students

Img 60 A memorable visit by activists of the in- ternational NGO Peace Boat to promote peace, human rights, and sustainability Img 61 Students of (need house name) gearing up for the drill on Sports Day (2003-04) 10th December, 2003 2003 10th July, 2003

10th December, 2003 Img 62 need info 18th December, 2003 Img 63 (need info)

Img 64 Students putting up their best perfor- mance for the ‘Musicadenza’ event Img 65 Students putting up their best performance at the ‘Musicadenza’ event 26th February, 2004 26th February, 2004 2003-04

Img 66 Students putting up their best performance at the ‘Musicadenza’ event 26th February, 2004

Img 67 Musicadenza Img 68 A candid moment caught on camera of students in the library 2004 26th February, 2004 2004

3rd July, 2004 25th October, 2004 Img 69 A talented bunch of students perform at the Valedictory Function Img 70 A historical moment for stu- dents of The Choice School as they interact with India’s great- est cricketer Kapil Dev

2004 2004 Img 72 An extraordinary moment for the students as they receive prizes from the legend himself at the Annual Sports Meet Img 71 Continuing his alliance with the school, Kapil Dev holds the torch to flag off the Annual Sports Meet (2004-05) 2004

Img 73 An exceptional show performed by the teachers as part of Eid Celebrations 12th November, 2004