Siddhivinayak Highschool, Siddapur

Where it all began

Shri Ganesh Hegde Dodmane brought high-school education to Siddapur. Siddhivinayak Boys High School opened in 1953, and education began to change this part of the world.

Until then Siddapur had no high school, and students travelled to Sirsi or Kumta to continue their studies. Shri Ganesh Hegde, though a brilliant student, had himself been denied a high-school education.

Since then more than 10,000 students have completed high school here, and many of them have served, and still serve, the nation in many fields.

The school has had many eminent head masters, beginning with founder head master Shri Pralhad Rao and then Shri C. P. Achar. Today Shri Arun Bhagwath leads the school, guided by Chairman Shri Vinayakrao G. Hegde and Vice Chairman Dr. Shashibhushan Hegde.

Academics

The state syllabus is taught. The academic year begins on 1 June. Admission to the 8th, 9th and 10th standards is open to students who have passed the qualifying examination.

Results

The school has recorded 100% results in the SSLC board examination many times, and many of its students have won state-level ranks.

Beyond the classroom

Alongside the curriculum, the school gives students a platform for sports, cultural programmes and music. It has won many awards in the state-level Pratibha Karanji, debate competitions and music events.