' St. Aloysius' High School, Kanpur

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Head Boy's Message 2025-2026

“Education is what remains after one has forgotten what one learned in school.” – Albert Einstein

I’ve always liked this quote — partly because it sounds wise, and partly because it makes me feel better about forgetting half of what I studied before exams. But over the years, I’ve realised that Einstein wasn’t talking about memory; he was talking about understanding — about how real education shapes how we think, not just what we know.

Looking back at my time in St. Aloysius High School, I can see how true that is. Education here has never been confined to lessons or chapters; it has been about exploration, teamwork, and self-discovery. It’s in the experiments that didn’t work out, the debates that turned into discussions, and the projects that began in confusion but ended in pride.

This school has been a place where learning feels alive — not something that happens only in textbooks, but in the exchange of ideas, in the spirit of cooperation, and in the friendships that form along the way. We’ve learned that teamwork doesn’t just make a task easier; it makes the result meaningful. Every achievement here has been a shared one, built on collaboration, patience, and the quiet support of those around us.

Our teachers have played an irreplaceable role in shaping that environment. Their commitment has shown us that education is not a transfer of knowledge but an act of mentorship. They’ve taught us to question confidently, to accept failure with grace, and to keep learning long after the bell rings.

Being School Captain has shown me that leadership is less about authority and more about example. It’s about listening, about helping others realise their potential, and about standing together when things get difficult. The strength of this school has always been its unity — a quality that extends beyond classrooms and into everything we do.

As I prepare to leave these corridors that have witnessed our laughter, our stress, and our growth, I carry with me a simple lesson: that education is not an end, but a beginning. It is not about knowing every answer, but about having the courage to keep asking questions.

St. Aloysius has given each of us something far greater than marks or medals — it has given us values, friendships, and the confidence to face the world with both intellect and heart.

To my juniors, I hope you make the most of these years. Learn deeply, work together, and enjoy the small moments — because they are what you’ll remember most. To my teachers, thank you for your patience, wisdom, and belief in us. And to my peers, thank you for being part of this unforgettable journey.

If Einstein was right, and education is what remains after we forget the lessons, then I hope what remains from our time here is the spirit of curiosity, kindness, and teamwork that St. Aloysius has instilled in us all.

OM CHATURVEDI
SCHOOL CAPTAIN XII-A
(2025-2026)

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