2023 Events: S. Thomas' College, Bandarawela

Service of Institution & Installation of Mr. Palitha Navaratne

The Service of Institution & Installation of Mr. Palitha Navaratne as the new Headmaster of S. Thomas' College, Bandarawela by the Rt. Revd. Dushantha Rodrigo, Bishop of Colombo was held at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd on Thursday, 12th January, 2023 at 8.00 am.

Several heads of schools, members of the board of governors, members of the Old Boys' Association, staff and students participated at this service.

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Christmas Carols - 2023

The Service of Nine Lessons & Carols was held under the theme "King stepped down from Heaven" on Sunday the 3rd of December 2023 at the Keble Memorial Hall with the participation of a large gathering. Ven. Christopher Balraj delivered the Christmas...

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The English Day - 2023

The English Day was held with many acts and performances on the 13th of October 2023. Dr. Prathiba Nellihela a distinguished Old Boy was the Chief Guest.

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Carnatic Music Competition - 2023

Students of this institution took part in the All Island Caranatic Music Competition which was held in Anuradhapura on the 19th of November 2023 and won three second places in Solo Song-Junior, Group Song Folk – Junior, Group Song (Open Category)

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Cricket - Under 17

The College emerged Champions in the All Island Under 17 Division III Cricket Tournament played against Sri Sumangala Central College, Hikkaduwa and S. Thomas’ College, Bandarawela was promoted to Division II.

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Vani Vizha - 2023

The Vani Vizha was held on the 21st of October 2023 at the Hindu Cultural Hall of the Sri Siva Subramaniya Kovil, Bandrawela. Mr. Ganeshan Parinathan, Chief Executive Officer, Mathura Steels (Pvt) Ltd and Mrs. Parinathan graced the occasion as the...

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W.T. Keble Memorial Soccer Encounter - 2023

The W.T. Keble Memorial Soccer Encounter between S. Thomas’ College, Bandarawela and S. Thomas’ Preparatory School, Kollupitiya was held on the 10th of November 2023 after a lapse of over three years due to the Covid-19 pandemic and other...

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Singithi Cubbing Investiture - 2023

The Singithi Cubbing Investiture was held at the Keble Memorial Hall on the 18th of October 2023. Around 60 students received their cubbing uniforms this day.

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The Astronomy & Aviation Club "Space-Sky" E-Mag Launch

The Astronomy & Aviation Club of STC Bandarawela had the pleasure of launching their first e-magazine. The launching ceremony took place at the Physics Lab on June 25, 2023.

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"Creative Minds" Science Exhibition

The middle school science exhibition at S. Thomas' College, Bandarawela was held on Friday 16th June 2023 under the theme "Creative Minds". The exhibition showcased the scientific talents and innovations of the students from grades six to eight.

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President's Scout Badge Award Ceremony

An award ceremony was held at S. Thomas' College, Bandarawela on 29th May, 2023 to honour six students who received the President's Scout Badge. This is the highest award that a scout can achieve in Sri Lanka.

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STCB Under 14 Rugby Team Emerge Cup Champions

The All Island Schools Division II Under 14 Rugby tournament took place on the 20th & 21st May, 2023 at the Maliyadeva College grounds, Kurunegala.

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Grade 8 Students Visit Ascension Home

A social service event was organized by the grade 8 students of S. Thomas' College, Bandarawela on 20th May, 2023.

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Easter Musical Worship 2023

The Easter Musical Worship was held on Sunday 14th May, 2023 at the Keble Memorial Hall.

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Prefects’ Investiture 2023

The Keble Memorial Hall at S. Thomas' College, Bandarawela was the venue for the prefects' investiture ceremony on 3rd of May, 2023. Six monitors who had shown exemplary leadership and discipline were promoted as prefects.

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SLA Ratnayake Memorial All-Island Schools' under-17 Badminton Tournament 2023

S. Thomas’ College, Bandarawela hosted the SLA Ratnayake Memorial All-Island Schools' under-17 Badminton Tournament 2023 from 21-25 April.

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Sports Coaching Camp 2023

The Sports Coaching Camp 2023 was a successful project organized by the STCB OBA to provide high-quality training and guidance to our students. The camp took place from 18th to 22nd April 2023 at S. Thomas' College, Bandarawela.

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Sinhala and Tamil New Year Festival 2023

As a fitting end to the first term, the school avurudu uthsavaya, or the Sinhala and Tamil New Year festival, was held on Tuesday 4th April, 2023.

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Neon Cross Readorns the Chapel of the Good Shepherd

A neon cross now adorns the Chapel of the Good Shepherd, a project initiated by the Old Boys' Association sub committee of Bandarawela. The cross was lit up on Sunday 2nd April, 2023, after a service led by the Ven. Christopher Balraj and Rev. Joel...

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Road Race 2023

The S. Thomas' Colege, Bandarawela Road Race was held on January 26th, 2023 and commenced from the school premises. 97 students from the four houses participated at this 11.5 km race which took them along scenic pathways of Bandarawela. It was...

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81st Founder's Day

The 81st Founder's Day was celebrated by a thanksgiving service at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd on Friday, 20th January, 2023. The Ven. Christopher Balraj, the archdeacon of Nuwara Eliya and former headmaster presided over the service.

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Annual Prize Giving for the Academic Year 2022

The annual Prize Giving for the academic year 2022 was held on Thursday, 12th January, 2023 at the Keble Memorial Hall. The Rt. Revd. Dushantha Rodrigo, Bishop of Colombo and Chairman, Board of Governors and Mrs. Shehara Rodrigo graced the occasion as...

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Service of Institution & Installation of Mr. Palitha Navaratne

The Service of Institution & Installation of Mr. Palitha Navaratne as the new Headmaster of S. Thomas' College, Bandarawela by the Rt. Revd. Dushantha Rodrigo, Bishop of Colombo was held at the Chapel of the Good Shepherd on Thursday, 12th January, 2023...

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