The official website of Sacred Heart School www.sacredheartschoolpanagudi.in was launched on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. IST coinciding with the feast of Saint Casimir.
Message from Headmaster
"Train up a child in the way he should go,
and when he is old, he will not depart from it." – Proverbs 22:6.
Dear Students, Parents, Alumni and Well-Wishers,
​Welcome to Sacred Heart Higher Secondary School, Panagudi a home of learning where faith, knowledge, and character come together to illuminate the paths of young minds. Established in 1938 as a primary school and later upgraded to a secondary school in 1981 and as a higher secondary in 1997, Sacred Heart has a legacy of over 80 years of educational excellence and more than 25 years as a secondary school, dedicated to uplifting rural children through quality education.
Bro. Dr. J. Kasmir, SHJ​​​​
NOTICE BOARD
March 28, 2025
XII Standard
Congratulations, Dear Students!
As you have completed your higher secondary journey and step into a new chapter of life, we extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes.
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May your hard work and perseverance lead you to great success in your higher studies and future endeavours. Stay determined, dream big, and continue to make us proud!
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Best wishes,
X Standard
Best wishes for your Public Exams!
Dear Students, as you write your public exams, we encourage you to stay focused, confident, and give your best effort. Believe in yourself, trust your preparation, and face each paper with a positive mindset. We are proud of you and pray for your success!
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All the best!
Bro. Dr. J. Kasmir, SHJ Headmaster.
1334
Students
40
Teaching Staff
3
Non-Teaching Staff
5
Laboratories
16
Clubs
MOTTO
Empowering Minds,
Illuminating Paths
VISION
To be a beacon of knowledge and character, providing holistic education that empowers young minds with wisdom and values, guiding them towards a future of purpose.
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Rooted in faith and excellence, we strive to illuminate paths of opportunity, inspiring students to become compassionate and responsible citizens who make difference in the society.
MISSION
To empower students with a dynamic and holistic education that fosters intellectual growth, moral integrity, and spiritual enrichment.
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To create an environment where creativity, innovation, and critical thinking thrive, preparing students for lifelong success.
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To provide equal learning opportunities, especially for rural and underprivileged students, enabling them to shape a brighter future.
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To instil a deep sense of social responsibility, ethical living, and a commitment to serving humanity.
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To inspire students to become beacons of knowledge and character, illuminating the society with their wisdom, compassion, and service.
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News & Events
Feb 07, 2025
Prayer for Students in X, XI & XII
The school arranged a special prayer service and a Mass for students in grades X, XI, and XII for success in their upcoming annual public examinations.
Feb 05, 2025
Book Fair
The Porunai Nellai Book Fair is a book fair held in Tirunelveli. The fair is organized by the District Administration and the Booksellers and Publishers Assosication of South India (BAPASI). More than 100 students from our school, accompanied by several teachers, visited the fair. The visit was arranged by the school management.
Feb 03, 2025
Disaster Management Training
An awareness and training program for students and teachers was conducted on the school campus by a team from the National Disaster Management Authority. All students and teachers attended. The awareness program included information regarding hazards and disasters, and how schools might be affected during and after such events. It also included instructions for teachers and students on how to respond and protect themselves.
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At a Glance
School
​Name Sacred Heart Higher Secondary School
Location Panagudi
District Tirunelveli
State Tamil Nadu
Postal Code 627109
School Today
​Enrolment 1334
Boys 647
Girls 687
Chronicle
Started as …
Primary School 1938
Middle School 1945
High School 1981
Higher Secondary School 1997
School Stream
Recognition Tamil Nadu State Board
Type Higher Secondary School
Category Partially Aided (VI to X)
Classes VI to XII
System of Education Samacheer Kalvi
Management
Brothers of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (SHJ)
Palayamkottai – 627002
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President:
Bro. Dr. A. Victordass, SHJ
Superior General
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Vice-President:
Bro. A. Stephen Arockiasamy, SHJ
Provincial Superior
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Correspondent:
Bro. M. Jesu Arulanandam, SHJ
Headmaster:
Bro. Dr. J. Kasmir, SHJ
SACRED HEART HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL
​PANAGUDI
Sacred Heart Higher Secondary School, a distinguished co-educational institution in Panagudi, Tirunelveli District, was founded in 1938 by the Brothers of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. For over eight decades, it has been renowned for its commitment to academic excellence, discipline, and character formation.
SACRED HEART HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL
2, Mangammal Salai
PANAGUDI – 627109
Tirunelveli District
Tamil Nadu
India ​