The inter-higher secondary school competition brought together young talent from across Goa for a celebration of media, creativity and innovation.
Mapusa, Goa: The Department of Mass Communication and Journalism at St. Xavier’s College, Mapusa, organised the 11th edition of MediaScope 11.0, an inter-higher secondary school competition, on September 24, 2026. The event brought together students from six higher secondary schools across Goa, providing a platform to explore the dynamic world of media through a range of competitions and creative activities.
The inaugural function was attended by chief guest Mark Roacha, founder of Something with M, along with officiating principal Ursula Barreto and vice-principals Sandra Fernandes and Prof. Filipe Rodrigues e Mello.
Emphasis on Holistic Education
In her welcome address, Principal Ursula Barreto highlighted the institution’s focus on holistic development alongside academic excellence.
“Excellence is not just about academics, we promote holistic development,” she said.
She congratulated the Department of Mass Communication and Journalism, faculty members and student organisers for successfully conducting the 11th edition of MediaScope. She also encouraged participants to use the festival as an opportunity for personal and professional growth.
Keynote Address Explores AI in Media
The keynote address by Mark Roacha, an alumnus of the college’s first Mass Communication and Journalism batch, focused on the growing influence of artificial intelligence in media and creative industries.
Drawing on his professional experience in digital media, Roacha discussed the rapid pace of technological change and its implications for young writers and media creators. His address highlighted the importance of understanding emerging technologies in an evolving media landscape.
Competitions Celebrate Creativity and Talent
Following the inaugural programme, the college campus came alive with competitions and activities conducted simultaneously. The quiz, hosted by Kaushal Bhatia, and the Amazing Race tested participants’ knowledge, problem-solving abilities and teamwork.
Other competitions included Mad Ad, Lollywood, Canvas Painting, Breaking News and Photography, offering students opportunities to demonstrate their creativity and communication skills.
The dance competition emerged as a major highlight, with captivating performances drawing enthusiastic applause from the audience. The college band added to the atmosphere with energetic musical performances.
Celebrating the Winners
The event concluded with vibrant dance and musical performances during the valedictory programme. Winners were felicitated amid cheers and applause, while the festival fostered camaraderie and healthy competition among students from participating institutions.
The results were as follows:
- Overall Champions: St. Xavier’s Higher Secondary School, Mapusa
- First Runners-up: Sharada Mandir School, Miramar
- Second Runners-up: The King’s School, Margao
MediaScope 11.0 provided a platform for young participants to showcase their abilities, exchange ideas and gain exposure to different facets of media and communication. The event reaffirmed the value of experiential learning in nurturing creativity, teamwork and an understanding of the evolving media industry.
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