Media Release
Mangaluru, Nov 11: St Theresa’s School, Bendur, proudly secured the overall 2nd runner-up trophy at Pre Unique 2026 – Excelsior, a two-day fest organised by St Aloysius Pre-University College on November 6 and 7.
The students participated enthusiastically in various competitions, showcasing their literary skills, creativity, artistic talents and teamwork, and brought laurels to the institution.

Prize winners:
- Hindi poetry writing – 1st place: Powell Rion D’Souza
- English poetry writing – 2nd place: Christel Averin D’Souza (VIII)
- Debate – 2nd place: Spatika Shetty and Lisa Rasquina (X)
- Face painting – 2nd place: Sweedal D’Souza and Rathi Rai (X)
- Movie scoop – 2nd place: Pramukh Shetty (VIII), Hrithik (IX), Sumedh Rao, Rishik, Anurag, Ashwell, Daniel and Ayan (X)
- Food wars – 3rd place: Nafeesa Falak (X) and Swezel Senol Peris (IX)
- Quiz – 3rd place: Anurag Rao and Taksh Raj Shetty (X)
- Bottle painting – 3rd place: Sadguni M.S. (VIII)
- Kannada poetry writing – 3rd place: Dhanvi Alva (X)
- Yoga – 3rd place: Tanisha Bhat Kakunje (VIII)
The school secured one first-place, four second-place and five third-place positions, reflecting the students’ versatility, dedication and enthusiasm.
The management and principal, Sr Lourdes BS, congratulated all the winners, participants and teachers for their dedicated efforts and commendable achievement. The school takes pride in nurturing talents and providing opportunities for students to excel beyond academics.