Fr. Agnel School, New Delhi

Fr. Agnel School, is a private co-educational English medium school run by the Society of the Missionaries of St. Francis Xavier, Pilar in New Delhi, India. It was established by Fr. Conceicao Rodrigues, an Agnel Ashram priest in 1979. The school is situated in Gautam Nagar, New Delhi. History The school was established in 1979 in South Extension, New Delhi, and subsequently shifted to its present campus in Gautam Nagar, which was inaugurated on 3 April 1985. It received recognition from Delhi Government on 1 May 1981. The school is named after Fr. Agnelo de Souza (1869 - 1927), a Roman Catholic priest of the Society of the Missionaries of St. Francis Xavier, Pilar who performed missionary work in Goa. In 2012, it was rated by the Hindustan Times, as amongst leading schools of South Delhi. The school also runs drug de-addiction service. Student Parliament The Student Parliament of the school is a democratically structured student body organized to represent and empower students in various functional areas. The structure includes several ministries and a core council, along with the Agnel Darpan editorial board. Over the years, students have held various designations like Minister, Deputy Minister, Secretary, and more depending on the academic year. Core Council The Core Council consists of the student representatives appointed by the Principal (referred to as "the Father") of the school. These students take part in council meetings and play a key role in reviewing the reports submitted by the various ministries. Serving as the leadership backbone of the Student Parliament, they contribute to key decisions and act as liaisons between the student body and the administration. Home Ministry The Home Ministry enforces school discipline and the rules outlined in the student diary. Duties include conducting random bag checks for prohibited items and performing uniform inspections. By maintaining order and discipline, this ministry ensures adherence to school guidelines. Cultural Affairs Ministry The Cultural Affairs Ministry is dedicated to promoting diversity and cultural appreciation within the school. It organizes events, competitions, and activities that introduce students to various cultures. The ministry also collaborates with foreign exchange programs to create cross-cultural engagement. Finance Ministry The Finance Ministry is responsible for reviewing and approving budget proposals from various ministries and school clubs, overseeing financial planning for intra-school and inter-school events, and promoting financial literacy among students by encouraging responsible budgeting, transparency, and informed financial decision-making. Sports Ministry The Sports Ministry manages the planning and execution of the annual Sports Day and other sports competitions. They conduct team selection trials, supervise practice sessions, and coordinate team management for inter-school and zonal tournaments, playing a critical role in the school’s athletic initiatives. Environment Ministry The Environment Ministry works toward maintaining cleanliness and promoting eco-consciousness throughout the school campus. Members inspect classrooms after breaks and during meditation periods to monitor hygiene, encouraging students to keep their spaces clean. They also organize environmentally-themed competitions, such as eco-friendly diya making. Social Welfare Ministry The Social Welfare Ministry facilitates charitable contributions collected from students during various events. These include both material and monetary donations, which are directed toward Father Agnel Balbhavan or other charitable organizations. The ministry ensures transparency and goodwill in all its outreach efforts. Academic Ministry The Academic Ministry coordinates academic-related functions such as the sale of textbooks during parent-teacher meetings and the organization of educational field trips. The ministry also hosts subject-specific competitions including quizzes in history, mathematics, and other disciplines to foster academic excellence. IT Ministry The IT Ministry is responsible for organizing inter-house and inter-class competitions that promote technological skills and digital awareness. Members conduct periodic laptop checks across classrooms and manage photography and videography during events such as the farewell ceremony, Mind Quest, and other cultural or academic occasions. Their role ensures the technological support and documentation of school activities. Students' Interest Group (SIG) The Students’ Interest Group (SIG) handles the organization of seminars and workshops based on student interests. It also manages feedback and concerns submitted through the student complaint box, acting as a channel between students and the Parliament. Agnel Darpan Editorial Board The Editorial Board is responsible for writing and compiling the Agnel Darpan, the school's official student magazine. The board is divided into Hindi and English sections, each comprising an editor and sub-editors, who collaborate to document events, achievements, and creative work from across the school. References