17 Schools Participate; St. Thomas School, Kalyan, Secures First Place
Dombivli: The 26th Kunjamma David Memorial Rolling Trophy Quiz Competition was held at the Smt. Kunjamma David Memorial Auditorium, Holy Angels’ School, Dombivli, with the participation of 17 schools from Kalyan, Bhiwandi, Ambernath and Dombivli.
Organised to encourage students’ general knowledge, intellectual abilities and analytical thinking, the competition provided a platform for young minds to demonstrate their knowledge and quick-thinking skills.
St. Thomas School, Kalyan, emerged as the overall winner, securing first place. B. T. Gaikwad School secured the First Runner-up position, while St. Xavier’s School finished as the Second Runner-up.
The quiz competition was conducted by Saurabh Beniwal, who served as the Quiz Master and guided the participants through the various rounds.
The rolling trophy was instituted in memory of Kunjamma David, the mother of Dr. Oommen David, Founder Principal and Director of Holy Angels’ School and College. Over the years, this annual knowledge competition has continued to encourage students to develop an interest in learning, improve their general awareness and cultivate a spirit of healthy competition among schools.
Dr. Oommen David presented the rolling trophy and mementos to St. Thomas School, Kalyan, the winning team, and its participants, along with prizes to the other winners. The achievements of the participating students were appreciated during the prize distribution ceremony.
The competition highlighted the importance of learning beyond the classroom, emphasising the role of general knowledge, logical reasoning and intellectual curiosity in students’ overall development. By honouring Kunjamma David’s memory, the initiative continues to inspire young learners while strengthening the spirit of academic excellence and camaraderie among schools.