From the Secretary

A message about the vision, values and future of St. Joseph's School, Bannimantap.

Edward William

Secretary

Rev. Fr. Edward William Saldanha

Respected Principal, staff members, parents, and my dear students,

As we under the protective banner of St. Joseph, I am reminded that our ultimate goal is the integral development of every young mind that walks through our doors. In an era rapidly dominated by AI, machine learning, and automation, we must remember that a technology can never replace the human touch of a teacher. The heart of education remains the relationship between the mentor and the student—fostering your innate curiosity, instilling resilience, and building a firm moral foundation. Work hard, stay disciplined, and remember that leadership is not just a crown of privilege, but a duty to serve others.

— Rev. Fr. Edward William Saldanha

Designation: Secretary, MDES
Location: MYSURU

Message

Building a School Families Can Trust

Welcome to St. Joseph's School. Under the aegis of the Mysore Diocesan Educational Society (MDES), our mission is to provide holistic education that balances intellectual rigor with deep moral grounding. We believe that true education nurtures both the mind and the heart, enabling students to grow with integrity, embrace curiosity, and step forward as responsible, compassionate citizens. Together with our dedicated educators, we aim to prepare future-ready minds equipped to confidently serve society.

Rev. Fr. Edward William Saldanha Secretary, St. Joseph's School, Bannimantap

In a Few Words

Our greatest achievement will always be children who grow up knowledgeable, kind and ready to serve.

Rev. Fr. Edward William Saldanha Secretary, St. Joseph's School, Bannimantap

Rev. Fr. Edward William Saldanha

Building a School Families Can Trust

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