St. Joseph's School, Bettiah, is a Catholic minority institution managed by the Sisters of Mercy of the Holy Cross, North East Province. Established on April 2, 2003, the school was founded in response to the pressing need for an English-medium educational institution for girls in the region. The Sisters of Mercy of the Holy Cross, founded in Switzerland in 1856 by Fr.
Theodosius Florentini O.F.M. Cap. and Mother Maria Theresa Scherer, have been active in India since 1894, focusing on various apostolates, including education. The school's mission is to empower young women by providing value-based education, irrespective of caste, creed, or social status.
The medium of instruction is English, and the academic year runs from April to March, following the CBSE pattern. The school is financed solely by the Bettiah Holy Cross Sisters Society, with fees charged to students being the primary source of income. The institution emphasizes the all-round development of students, focusing on physical, spiritual, mental, emotional, and cultural growth to prepare them for societal integration.
Character formation is prioritized by instilling positive values, self-image, and self-worth. To promote moral and spiritual values, the school places significant emphasis on value education (Moral Science). In addition to qualitative teaching, the school organizes various co-curricular activities and competitions to uncover and nurture the hidden talents and abilities of students, boosting their confidence.
Students are respected, appreciated, and guided at every step to ensure they are well-molded from the initial stages of their education. The school has introduced online facilities for parents to access their child's school information from anywhere, anytime. The official mobile app, K12App, provides a platform for communication between parents and the school, including attendance, homework, syllabus, examination schedules, diaries, and school fees.
The Parent-Portal offers web-based access to up-to-date information regarding school activities. Admissions are open for LKG and Standard VI. Applications for LKG are typically filled online three months prior to the commencement of the academic year, with dates announced annually through the school website. The academic year begins in the first week of April.
Casual vacancies in other classes are filled after the commencement of the academic year, with no new admissions granted in Class IX and X. An affidavit stating the date of birth, along with a birth certificate issued by the competent authority, must be submitted at the time of admission. Once registered, no further changes will be made to the date of birth in the school records. Selection of candidates is based on a process approved by the governing body of the school.
Any pressure for admission through donations, letters of recommendation, or influence of any nature will automatically disqualify the candidate for admission to any standard. The school offers a range of facilities to enhance the educational experience. The campus is equipped with over 30 CCTV cameras to ensure the safety and security of students. Science laboratories for Physics, Chemistry, and Biology are fully equipped with all necessary equipment and instruments to facilitate a clear understanding of the subjects taught.
The spacious library houses more than 10,000 books, encouraging students to enhance their knowledge. The library also subscribes to various periodicals. Digital classrooms are equipped with digital teaching resources to make classroom activities more engaging for students. The school provides two large playgrounds for various games and sports, promoting physical and mental health.
Spacious computer laboratories are well-equipped with the latest facilities to enable students to access the latest information technology. The school is affiliated with the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), New Delhi, with affiliation number 330517. The affiliation period extends from April 1, 2022, to March 31, 2027. The managing committee comprises Sr.
Ancil Jose as Manager, Sr. Shyla M. George as Secretary, Sr. Annie Jose and Sr.
Joyce Mary as Society Nominees, and Fr. Richard D'Souza as the Board Representative. The school's contact details are as follows: Address: Dargha Mohalla, Bettiah, West Champaran, Bihar, PIN-845438; Email: [email protected]; Phone: (06254) 242402. The official website is stjosephbth.com.