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St. Peter's School, Panchgani

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Modern sanitation was installed in School House. The school passed from the management of the Commonwealth & Continental Church Society to that of the Bombay Diocesan Society. A tablet commemorating the change was erected in the Assembly Hall. Maycroft Cottage was demolished and rebuilt at a cost
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Its outstretched wings, in the crest of St. Peter's, is to signify the goals and spirit of the phoenix rising. It is a symbol of hope and rebirth and because of this the gods vowed—for as long as the phoenix lives, there is hope for mankind. The olive being carried in the phoenix's beak conveys that
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Miss Mary Ashlin donated a legacy to the Colonial and Continental Church Society, London. The Society interested itself in the School at Panchgani and decided to govern the School with a Committee of Management at Bombay. Classes held in the nave of St. Peter's Church under the Rev. J. Redman. Boys
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Mr. Eugene Roscoe, vice Principal (April–September). Miss Gilbert (acting Principal) is succeeded by Mr. Gene Oscar Lee (junior school headmaster). The school could not appoint a Principal from 2001 to 2004 as Mr. K. A. Garman had taken the school to court over his unfair dismissal. In August 2003
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One landmark in the history of the school was the appointment of Mr. Oswald D Bason as Principal in 1947. He filled this position until his retirement in 1974. Another important change came about in 1967 when the management of the school passed into the hands of the Society of St. Peter's School,
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Mr. Ainsley Edgar compelled to resign as several students accused him of inappropriate behaviour towards them. Some ex students reported him for inappropriate touching during dormitory inspection and private meetings. Mr.Edgar resigned in
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in its early stages. After receiving a generous donation from Miss Mary Ashlin (Lady Ashlin), the school was finally established in 1904 and moved to its own building (the current main school building) in 1904.
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Work commenced on the new building. Estimated cost: ₹325,000. The School celebrated its Diamond Jubilee (1904–1964). The Rt. Rev. Christopher Robinson, Bishop of Bombay, unveiled a tablet to commemorate the
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The Diocesan Board of Education, Bombay, became interested and appointed the Rev. Burgess, Chaplain/Headmaster. School opened at "Preston", but closed soon after due to a lawsuit over the property.
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Mr. Desmond D'Monte assumes the office of Headmaster in March, 2007. The school scales new heights both in academics and co curricular activities. Mr. Desmond D'Monte resigns in January, 2009.
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The school celebrated its Golden Jubilee (1904–1954). The dining hall was opened by the Rt. Rev. W. Q. Lash, Bishop of Bombay and Chairman of the Board of Governors.
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Victory Rana - Lt General (Retd.), Nepalese Army, also former Force Commander of the UN Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus. Former Royal Nepalese Ambassador to Myanmar
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Mr. Eugene Roscoe filed a case against the board of directors over his unfair dismissal and was awarded a massive sum of money in an out-of-court settlement.
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The earliest European settlers in Panchgani, under Mr. J. Chesson, opened negotiations with the Government for the purchase of land for a church and school.
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An appeal for funds towards the cost of a new building to celebrate the School's Diamond Jubilee was launched. Fire in Principal's house.
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The Bombay Diocesan Trust Association hands over the management of St. Peter's School to the Society of St. Peter's School, Panchgani.
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The school ceased to accept Government grants. "Flora House" was converted into a hostel. Gas was installed in the School kitchen.
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Mr. J. L. Davis completed 25 years service at the school and was presented with a gold medal in appreciation of his services.
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St. Peter's School, Panchgani (formerly known as the European Boys' School) was founded in 1902. The school was located at
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Mr. Samuel Brierly, late Headmaster of Bishop's School, Poona, opened a Boarding and Day School at "Elstow", Panchgani.
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Rhodesia House and grounds purchased by the school. Death of Miss A. E. Kimmins, Founder of Kimmins Girls' School.
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Mr. R. Robinson resigns and Miss Gilbert is appointed honorary Principal. Assembly Hall burns to the ground.
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Mrs. Sangita James resigns as Principal after 5 years. Mr. Brian Robbins takes over as the principal.
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Dr. Thomas Charles Williams takes over as the new principal. Dr Thomas Charles Williams thrown out.
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Earthquake rocks Panchgani. Maycroft, Hill View and part of the kitchen are razed to the ground.
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Kimmins Girls' School founded by Miss A. Emilie Kimmins. Boys and girls studied together.
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The Rev. R. Evans, DD, was appointed by the Diocese to receive the School in "The Ark".
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Latur earthquake rocks St. Peter's. Flora House and Albert House are badly damaged.
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Mr. Timmins migrates to Australia and Mr. Morris W. Innis takes over as principal.
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Boys' School separates from Kimmins School. Present school buildings opened by
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Maycroft and Hill View cottages reconstructed while the kitchen is repaired.
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New kitchen built with financial assistance from the Sassoon David Trust.
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Assembly hall erected. Opened by Sir George Clark, Governor of Bombay.
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Mr. Niteen Salvi takes over as acting headmaster (offg. headmaster)
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The St. Peter's School, Panchgani, Old Boys' Association is formed.
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Mr. O. D. Bason retires as principal after an innings of 27 years.
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January Vice-Principal Joe L. Davis (1968) dies at the age of 88.
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Mr. Innis retires as principal. Mr. K. A. Garman takes his place.
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Rhodesia renamed to Junior House on the Independence of Rhodesia.
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Lower Field Stadium embankment is constructed – work incomplete.
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Private school in Panchgani, Satara District, Maharashtra, India
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Mr. K. A. Garman resigns and Mr. R. Robinson takes his place.
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The "Albert House" estate was purchased at a cost of ₹75,000.
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Mr. Ainsley L. Edgar appointed Vice Principal in May.
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Dr. Wilfred Noronha takes over as the new principal.
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Bason Hall dormitory and staff quarters constructed.
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Mrs. Sangita James takes over as the new principal.
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Coordinates
17°55′16″N 73°47′35″E / 17.92111°N 73.79306°E / 17.92111; 73.79306
Private school
Boarding school
Latin
Sister school
Kimmins High School
St. Peter's School, Panchgani
boarding school
Panchgani
Satara
Maharashtra
phoenix
Kimmins School
Richard Stanley Heywood
Bishop of Mombasa
The Hectics
Freddie Mercury
Queen
Akbar Al Baker
Qatar Airways
India Foundation for the Arts
Tony Blair
Derrick Branche
Sameer Iqbal Patel
Sorabh Pant
Udayanraje Bhonsle
Chhatrapati
Rajya Sabha
Lok Sabha

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