The idea of serving the people of Goa was conceived by the Capuchins as early as 1936.The idea was materialized only in 1941 when they pitched their tent on the outskirts of Mapusa (Karasko). They were planning to build their residence at Peddem when Fr. Hippolito da Luna(1909-1942) who was director of “Collegio de Santo Antonio”(a boarding school) approached the Capuchins and offered to hand over to them the school, boarding, Chapel and adjoining property on the hill. Since Monte de Guirim had a long Franciscan history behind it (Most of Bardez was under the Franciscans from 15th to 17th century) the Capuchins readily accepted it. They took over the school in May 1942.
AIM
The aim of the institution is to afford to the youth of Goa, and India at large, sound and quality and all-round education by offering a complete course in literary, moral, religious, emotional and physical education. This school is open to all, irrespective of caste
MOTTO
AD ARDUA-Towards higher, greater achievements, through hard work. Facilities for all-round development of the students are provided to enable them to attain the aspirants spelled out in the motto.
SCHOLARSHIPS
Every year 67 students get scholarships and 90 freeships are offered to deserving students. Besides a number of incentives are provided by the school for achievers in various disciplines
SCHOOL ANTHEM
Hail Mount of ages hail to thee
Thou glistening gem thou Goa’s pride
The hale resort of youthful glee
Is found within thy sheltering side
True home where all that’s good and kind
Delights our hearts and charms the mind
Another spot we students grind
Alike to thee will never find.
Chorus
Come strong and sprightly pupils bold
Let Monteguards of Guirim mount
Whose hearts are cast in virtue’s mould
Drink deep of this Franciscan fount
(Of peace and good in sweet accord
To live and toil for land and Lord.)
St. Anthony's High School 