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Quarterly Bulletin of the Central Board of Secondary Education Vol. 51, No. 1, January-March 2012 ADVISORY COMMITTEE Vineet Joshi, I.A.S Chairman Dr. Veera Gupta Secretary M.C. Sharma Controller of Examinations Dr. Sadhana Parashar Director (Training) Pitam Singh Director (Spl. Exams.) N. Nagaraju Director (Academic)

EDITORial Board R.P. Singh Assistant Education Officer Niti S. Sharma Report Writer The views expressed by any author in his/her article /contribution published in Cenbosec do not represent the views of the Board. Published by the Secretary, Central Board of Secondary Education, ‘Shiksha Kendra’, 2, Community Centre, Preet Vihar, Delhi-110092, © CBSE , Delhi-92 and Printed at India Offset Press, A-1 Mayapuri Industrial Area, Phase-1, New Delhi-110064, Ph.: +91-11-28116494, 9811526314.

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From the Chairman Feedback Forum

Articles Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Mrs. Neera Sharma Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Mrs. Sajitha Thambi Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Preeti Swami Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Aji Varghese Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Mamta Banerjee Tips to Nurture the Dreams of Children - Meenakshi Madhusudanan Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Swami Vedatitananda Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Rajlakshmi R. Nurturing the Dreams of Children - C.J. Dhar Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Dr. Dharam Veer Singh Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Shiju P.S. Nurture Your Child’s Dreams - K. Uma Dreams of the Heart - Dr. Aditya Kumar Sharma Please Come A Step Forward - Swami Supradiptananda Nurturing the Dreams of Children - S.C. Joshi Nurturing the Dreams of our Children - Usha Sharma Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Babita Mahajan

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Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Rooma Pathak Nurturing the Minds and the Heart - Nita Khan Nurturing the Dreams of Children - Dr. Alok Agrawal Help Me Realise My Dream - A Child’s Perspective – K.L. Nagaraju

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What other Teachers say

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What other Principals say News from Schools

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Green Page

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Sahodaya Updates

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Health & Wellness Clubs Sports Arena

Academic Updates Best Practices Circulars

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From the Chairman Children by nature are dreamers. They have dreams and aspirations that change every moment. Getting a toy or a chocolate, running on the beach, visiting fairyland to landing on the moon and going to the stars is what a child dreams of every day. A child does not need to slumber to dream but s/he can build castles in the air, open eyed and wide awake, even sitting in the class or playing on the field. What instigates a dream is a wish, and the fulfilment of that wish is the content of the dream. A growing child’s dreams and ideals are shaped by their families and friends, teachers and the society in which they grow up. We as teachers carry the onus to nurture a child’s dream. The Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) as one of the Boards of education in India has introduced various reforms to help children dream and nurture these dreams. At CBSE we take care of all the academic needs of the students and help them excel in not just school based assessment but also develop strong foundation to be able to face real life challenges. The Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) through its Formative Assessment has paved a way for the students to identify their latent talents and interests. Teachers form an important resource pool and facilitate students to build on their strengths and overcome weaknesses. A child centric approach towards teaching is the call of the day. I believe it is also important for us to question whether our homes, communities and society as a whole can contribute to creativity and imagination. As parents, we should be asking ourselves – what was the last creative activity we engaged our children in? Have we nurtured their passion for the arts or sports? How many times have we told our children to stop asking questions? And are our communities supportive of children who possess non-academic talents? Or is everything focused on getting good grades in class? There can be a lot of things that can be done to nurture children’s creativity. However, one critical thing to remember is that creativity cannot happen when we are denied the freedom to be who we are, the freedom of thought, the freedom to make mistakes and to learn from them, the freedom to decide who we want to become, and the freedom to nurture our aspirations. Children should not always think of what is ‘right’ – of the things they think their teachers, parents and society will want them to do or say or think. The introduction of Values Education, Life Skills, reading skills, health and wellbeing and other Co-Scholastic activities are a step in this direction. In today’s world where national and international boundaries merge seamlessly, English language has acquired the role of an important medium of communication. It has become the language for knowledge seeking as we move towards a knowledgebased economy.

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CBSE envisages that all language skills need to be integrated into the English language curriculum at schools. Speaking and listening should be fostered in children to equip them with better communication skills. At the onset it proposes to strengthen formal testing of speaking and listening skills in the form of Formative Assessments (FAs) in English at Secondary and Senior Secondary levels from the academic session 2012-13. For this purpose CBSE plans to develop a ‘Cohort of Oral Examiners’ to be involved in testing of speaking and listening skills in English at the aforesaid levels. Good reading habits are a source of wonder and joy for children and adults alike. No wonder, inculcating good reading and learning habits in children has always been a concern for all stakeholders. Reading does not mean reading for leisure only but also for information, analysis and synthesis of knowledge. A conscious attempt to encourage reading habits among school children had been taken up by CBSE way back in 2003 (vide circular no. 17 dated 16 July, 2003) with continuous follow-ups at regular intervals. Now under Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) and grading in Secondary education right from the primary classes, the importance of fostering interest for reading among children of all ages has increased. As part of the Formative Assessment in CCE, Reading Projects are also being taken up in CBSE schools in a systematic manner. Various modes of assessment such as conducting reviews, scripts reading, discussion, open houses, interact with the authors are considered. CBSE recognizes that in the next few years the country will have the advantage of having young people wanting to learn, especially with the introduction of Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009. With the changing demographics, there will be an increase in young population, and thus innovation may have the biggest payoffs. There will be a need to reach out to children and nurture them to become a part of the nation building. CBSE, being a premier organization in spearheading changes in educational opportunities invited representations from schools regarding innovation and best practices and the response was overwhelming. This approach encourages project or enquiry based learning, making student voice more meaningful and encouraging peer to peer teaching, learning and mentoring thereby exhibiting a positive learning experience and environment. The Board also has a commitment to preserve and protect heritage monuments in the country. CBSE and History TV18 have agreed to a partnership in their campaigns to preserve and protect heritage monuments and promote education in the country.

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Nurturing the Dreams of Children

The first Optional Proficiency Test in the subject of English, Hindi, Mathematics, Science and Social Science for class X was conducted in July 2011 as a part of examination reforms. The overwhelming response from the students and the affiliated schools has made the Board take the decision to conduct a similar optional test for class X students appearing in March 2012 Examination. We all know that the education system is passing through the funnel of change and technology is playing a pivotal role in this change. In addition the different ideologies of the stakeholders, religious institutions and the prevailing culture also influence education systems and impact it. These determine the kind of learners churned out of the system. CBSE is attempting to develop a synergetic relationship to look into all aspects of students’ growth and development. I urge the teaching fraternity to help the children to dream and at the same time nurture these dreams by providing resources and guidance at every step to ensure that the children never lose sight of their dreams and are able to realize them. VINEET JOSHI Chairman CBSE

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Wealth without work Pleasure without conscience Science without humanity Knowledge without character Politics without principle Commerce without morality Worship without sacrifice. — Mahatma Gandhi

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The function was inaugurated by Dr. Bijay Singh (ICAR, National Prof., PAU, Ldh.). He appreciated the


students for their exhibits and efforts.

The prize winners were awarded medals and certificates of participation were given to all the participants. Principal Mrs. J.K. Sidhu thanked the Chief Guest for his benign presence and appreciated the initiative taken by the young brains.

“Exotica 2012” SRN International School Jagatpura, Jaipur

The Chief Guest appreciating the exhibits during the Science Exhibition

The budding scientists of our school from classes III-X presented many creative ideas as exhibits. We were able to see young Faradays, Newtons and Edisons among them. There were still models, working models and projects which provided feast to the eyes of the visitors. The parents were very keen to witness the innovative ideas and thronged the exhibition. To sublime the intensifying competitive spirit a Valedictory Function was held on Jan 29, 2012. The function was presided over by the Chief Guest, Dr. Satish Kumar Sharma, Director (Colleges) DAV CMC, New Delhi. Mr. R.S. Patial, Regional Director, DAV Public School, Ludhiana zone was also present amongst other dignatories. I prize was bagged by the model ‘Remedies of Soil Erosion and Pollution’. II position was grabbed by ‘Wildlife Destruction – Causes and Consequences’. III prize was shared by the models ‘Causes and Consequences of Water Pollution’ and ‘Importance of Water’ respectively.

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The creative display by the students of SRN International School during Exotica - 2012

On 7th January 2012 the students of SRN International School, Jagatpura, Jaipur organised a lively exhibition “Exotica 2012” the exhibition provided a platform to the students for reflecting the creative ideas and visions through their models. In the exhibition students right from Std I to XII showcased their talent knowledge and skills through charts, live models, and projects of English, Hindi, Sanskrit, Maths, Science, Social Study, Arts and craft, Commerce and Computers. Little wonders the catalyst of tomorrow was the theme of science department. S.St department showed the spectrum of India and Commerce department was based on getting au-fait with commerce. The models and projects were the corroboration of students' year long hardwork, and innovative brains. In the exotica

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mock drill on 15th February, 2012 at 11:30 am to exercise ‘DROP, HOLD AND COVER’ to facilitate students with the learning of preventive to be taken during natural disasters and measures protect themselves and others promptly. It was the second step in the array of such activities by the school as Shreya Sanghi of class VIII has already bagged third prize at the National Level Slogan Writing Competition organized by National Institute of Disaster Management. She was felicitated by Hon. Minister of State of Home Affairs, Dr. Mullappalley Radhakrishnan on October 12, 2011 - The ‘Disaster Reduction Day.’

2012 various form of flora arrangement were put in the view depicting how flowers make our life colourful and lively with their vibrant hues and fragrance. Eating vegetables and fruits was expounded through salad and fruit decoration emphasising “say no to junk food”. Through this exhibition children demonstrated deep involvement and skilled expression.

Altruistic Approach Aadharshila Vidyapeeth, Pitampura, Delhi ‘The purpose of life is not to be happy- but to matter, to be productive, to be useful and to have it make some difference that you have lived at all. - Leo Rosten Aadharshila Vidyapeeth, Pitampura since its inception has always rendered a perfect and serene atmosphere to its students to develop holistically. Special emphasis is laid on the development of spiritual and aesthetic sensibilities. School focuses and lives by values of charity, commitment and dedication. Students are constantly encouraged to deduce from life a sense of belongingness and care for the golden oldies, environment and values. Some of the virtues practiced best by students are: •

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HAWAN CEREMONY: An auspicious Hawan Ceremony for the outgoing batch of class XII (2011-2012) was organized by the school on January 31st, 2012. A special morning assembly was organized for the same which blessed students to find their feet and face the test of time. Chanting of mantras echoed in the school premises and made it appear like a pious abode of angels. All the teachers came together and showered students with best wishes. PROMPT TO PROTECT: In association with DDMA and NDMA, the school set up a

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CARE FOR THE OLD: At Aadharshila, students visited the less considered-the golden oldies of the society-the inmates of the adapted Old Age Home, Tilak Vihar, Delhi. Concerning themselves with the welfare of others, children added to the dignity, love and happiness of oldies by spending some ecstatic moments with them. Also, in association with HELPAGE INDIA, for the past many years, students have always been helping the seniors with generous contributions.

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A TOY FOR EACH GIRL AND BOY MISSION: School runs a toy bank where toys are collected and donated in glut to the lost childhood which lights up their faces. Students of the school contribute wholeheartedly.

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UNO DAY CELEBRATION: In order to familiarize and enthuse students about UNO, its social importance and to idolize it, the school commemorated UNO Day on October 24, 2011. A special morning assembly showcasing the significance and functioning of major


organs of UNO was the highlight of the event. It aspired students to always bear the human responsibilities. •

T I BETAN WORKSHOP: The sc hool observed Tibetan Day on September 27, 2011 through a workshop which presented Tibetan culture in an outstanding manner. More than 100 students from the school participated in the workshop and campaigned about Tibet’s present condition and measures to improve it. A photo exhibition was also organized to enhance the purpose of the workshop. It was an event which imbibed in students the true understanding for the need of a helping hand in the development of Tibet.

Various Activities at Pragati Public School, Dwarka Pragati Public School feels proud to claim on striking a delicate balance between the traditional aspects of our culture and modernity. A spectrum of activities were conducted in the months of January and February 2012 to give a platform to the students to showcase their talents.

The Techno World participants during IT Week of Pragati Public School

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• IT Week ( From 16th January 12 to 19th January 12) : IT (Information Technology) week was conducted to give an opportunity to the children to express their inner self and to update themselves with the latest updates in technology. A magazine designed by Graphic Designing students on TECHNO WORLD was also released by respected Chairperson Dr. Ms Poonam Manshani on the inauguration day. The students enthusiastically participated in the numerous activities like On the Spot Painting Competition using MS Paint, PowerPoint Presentation Competition, Movie Making Competition etc. A quiz was also conducted for class V students. • Farewell to Class XII students (25th January 2012) : The school decided to bid adieu to its Class XII Students on 25th Jan ’12 before their board exams. It was a pious moment as the entire batch of class XII Students stood together to face the challenges ahead. The function was an amalgamation of song and dance performances by the students. The Chairperson Dr. Ms Poonam Manshani exhorted the students to do hard work with dedication and discipline in life. The Principal Ms. Geeta Kapur also enlightened them with her inspiring words and wished them all the best for their future. • Cultural Fest (30th Jan to 3rd Feb 2012) : PPS witnessed a plethora of activities During the cultural fest, music and art had swayed the hearts of both the teachers and the taught.The students from classes Nursery to XII participated in workshops and learnt to make different objects through Paper mashel, glass painting greeting cards etc. Various art and craft competitions like colouring, collage making, clay models, flower making and best out of waste etc. were organized on the occasion. The Theatre Club students presented a skit , ‘Hindustan

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Sathiya Gaya’. The students of primary and middle wing exhibited their talent on various instruments like tabla, guitar.

Gollapudi- Vijayawada Atkinson High School

• Orientation Programme for Parent (18th February 2012) : The parents of Class X students were invited to an Orientation Programme on 18th February ’12.The Principal Ms. Geeta Kapur informed them about the streams offered by the school in Class XI. The gathering was also addressed by the well known counsellor Ms. Seema Taneja who threw light on the various career options and scope followed by an interactive session where doubts were addressed with a great degree of clarity. The Cookery Skills welcome board

Atkinson High School has been following the system of continuous assessment where every child is encouraged to take part in co-scholastic areas like poster making, book review, brochure designing, oration, elocution, essay writing (in three languages), debates, recitation, arts, PowerPoint presentation and numerous other creative outlets under the able guidance of the Principal Sister Joyce James. This enables the learner to identify his/her innate talents.

The theatre club students presenting a skit 'Hindustan Sathiya Gaya'

• Blessing Ceremony (23rd February 2012) : Blessing Ceremony of Class XII was organized to bless the children and wish them good luck for their future. A ‘Hawan’ as conducted wherein all the Class XII students took part and were blessed by the teachers. The chairperson, Dr. Ms Poonam Manshani and Principal Ms. Geeta Kapur blessed the students to do well in Board exams and come out with flying colours in all their endeavors.

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The students with their exhibits interacting with the guest


Students Parliament Greatmen International School, Sagar

"Please try our dishes too. We are cooking experts" Students of Atkinson High School inviting the guests to the try the dishes prepared by them

Co-curricular activities were conducted under stress free environment. These activities that resulted in enthusiastic participation of the students helped in building self confidence and team work. Besides these, competitions on honing culinary and carving skills were also conducted. The Management and staff believe in providing a strong foundation by promoting moral values for the holistic development of the learner. They believe in the motto “BLOOM WHERE THEY ARE PLANTED”. They hope that the lessons learnt will impact their future lives.

The Student's Parliament that gave the feel as if a real session is underway

The Greatmen International School, Sagar (M.P) organized “The Students Parliament” on 15th Nov. 2011. It was a unique attempt made by the school to create awareness among the students about the structure and functioning of the Parliament. The programme was evaluated by a panel of judges representing all the three pillars of our Democratic system, i.e. Legislature, Judiciary and Executive, also there were representatives from Media and Civil Society. The programme began with the speaker highlighting the importance and utility of the Parliament as it represents the biggest democracy in the world. A blazing of questions during the question hour by the ruling party, opposition and the left party lasted for around 15-20 minutes. The opposition very strictly condemned the Government on the issue of allocation of KRISHNA- GODAVARI basin to Reliance industries.

Students of Atkinson High School participating in culinary and carving skills competition.

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The opposition showed their concern over the issue of increasing military activities of China in the

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north east frontier of India. The Defence Minister assured the opposition members that our country’s boundary is safe and we are strong enough to defend ourselves. It was followed by the opposition highlighting the drawbacks of Right to Education Act, 2009. In this pre winter session of the Parliament, the pivotal issue was the ‘Jan Lokpal Bill’ which attracted everybody’s attention. The students’ Parliament also passed a Bill related to Right to Service. As usual the Parliament session culminated with the singing of the National Anthem.

The media coverage of the 'Students' Parliament' at Greatmen International School

The competition was taken up by the scholars of Grade 8th and 9th and the motto behind its conduction was to make the scholars aware about the proceedings of Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha. Following were the judges: Legislature - Mr. Bhupendra Singh, MP, Sagar 'Well done youg parliamentarian the Chief Guest appreciating 'The Students Parlimant'

The Chief guest of the occasion Mr. Bhupendra Singh, M.P, Sagar appreciated the programme wholeheartedly. He congratulated the students on their ability and caliber to perform in such a live way. He also added that he was feeling as if he was attending the real Parliament. He concluded his words urging the people not to lose faith in the Democracy and the working of the Parliament as it endows religious, political and social rights to all the citizens of India without any discrimination.

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Executive – Mr. Rajesh Rai, Dy. Commissioner, Sagar Judiciary - Mr. K. G. Sureka, ADJ, Sagar Civil Society - D r. N. P. Sharma, Renowned Social Worker , Sagar Media –

Representative of Dainik Bhaskar

The event was witnessed by all the parents, Chairperson, Mrs. Parul Sahu ‘Keshri’; Director, Mr. Neeraj Kesharwani; Principal, Mr. Amit Sehgal the vote of thanks was delivered by Ms. Lissy Louis, Vice Principal.


Road Safety Week Koncept Public School Chakradharpur, Jharkhand

items were presented. In their address to the assembly, the teachers on duty and the Principal delivered enlightening speeches to motivate the students on the need for observing road safety. A march on road safety was organized to mark the culmination of the event. A number of students accompanied by the teachers and the principal himself participated in the march with great enthusiasm. This march received a warm response from the people and uplifted the spirit of the participants. Closely followed by the visit of the Hon'ble Chief Minister Shri Arjun Munda, this event gave a fillip to the much awaited construction of the roads also.

The march by Koncept Public School to raise awareness about Road Safety

“Road leads to prosperity" goes the saying because the economic development and economic security of a nation depends to a large extent on the network of roads. Ultimately, however, it is the efficiency of the human resource who exploit them that determines the feasibility of their existence. It is here that road safety assumes utmost significance. Every year hundreds and thousands of this resource is laid to waste on account of rash driving resulting in untold hardship and miseries to many. Human resource is very precious and its preciousness should be valued at every possible cost. Living up to this realization Koncept Public School, Chakradharpur observed “Road Safety Week" on its premises to enlighten the dwellers of the town on the need for observing road safety. During the week long event the morning assembly features were centered around road safety. Thoughts for the day on road safety were expressed, poems were recited, special

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Social Science Exhibition ‘SRISHTI’ St. Mark’s Sr. Sec. Public School, Meera Bagh

Students performing folk dance of Kashmiri

SRISHTI was the school's attempt to teach students about the diversity of human society and give them an insight into the culture and heritage of the states of the country, as well as of other nations. This exhibition was planned with the aim of promoting the

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prosperity of all cultures and customs. The exhibition was an amalgamation of different cultures from India and also from the different parts of the world. Students showcased the cultures of Italy, China, Turkey, Netherlands, Mexico, USA, UK and also many states of India from Assam to Tamil Nadu. The lifestyle of the people, tourist attractions, costumes and cuisines, etc. were depicted beautifully.

Students performing Indian traditional dances

Vigilance Awareness Week - R.A.N. Public Secondary School, Rudrapur Uttarakhand The following activities were conducted among various other activities to make the vigilance awareness week at R.A.N. Public Secondary School, Rudrapur Uttarakhand.

Comic-writing Students performing as folk dance of China

Several dignitaries like Mr. H. K. Pandey, Education Officer, Zone XVII; Ms. Antonia Grande, Deputy Director, Italian Embassy Cultural Section; Mr. Ozgur Ayturk, Culture and Tourism Counsellor, Turkish Embassy graced the occasion as Special Guests of Honour to witness and applaud the efforts of the students. The highlights of the exhibition were the various dances and songs both Indian as well as of other countries. Approx. 1,800 students participated in the various events of this exhibition. The parents were very overjoyed to see their children perform and wholeheartedy appreciated the efforts of the school teachers.

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To observe vigilance awareness week 2011. The school organized a comic story writing developed on instances from history on people who stood up against corruption/exploitation such as indigo uprising, Mahatma Gandhis salt march to dandi etc. for the students of class VIII on 31st October 2011. Nearly 60 students participated enthusiastically and created a world of comics expressing their thoughts and putting them down in pictures and dialogues. These comics not only made history come alive but also made it an easy and interesting subject. The collection of data made the students aware of the facts that lead to the freedom of a country.

Caricature In addition to the comic book writing the students of classes IX and X made caricatures on 31st


October 2011 to observe the vigilance awareness week commemorating the birthday of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

Play Show Little Fairy Public School, Ashok Vihar

The Caricature on democracy made by a student of RAN Public school

“GOD IS ONE” - Students of Little Fairy Public School staging a play showcasing secularism and universal brotherhood

About 80 students participated and made excellent caricatures on today’s politics and corrupt politicians. Faith in the governance and hope for a bright future that resides in the young mind was reflected through these caricatures. The pictures represented a great level of awareness and optimism. A promising future was demonstrated through this activity.

On 23rd Dec. 2011 the students of class IV and V with their spectacular performance presented a play called “God is One”. Through this play the students gave the message that the ways of different religions of the world may be many but the teachings of all the religions are same, i.e. to reach God and spread love and only love among the people of the world. Through this play the message of Secularism and Universal brotherhood is given that as being Indians we can adopt any religion but respect for all the religions should be same.

Best Painter of the School CompetitionDelhi Public School, Rajkot ‘Best Painter of the School Competition-201112’ was organized in the school on 4th February 2012 to recognize and felicitate the best painting talents in the school. 'Politics & Politicians' was the main theme for most of the Caricatures

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Dr. Pramod Kumar (Dean, Rajkot Medical College), Mrs. Pramod Kumar and Mr. Raichura

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(Mamlatdar, Lodhika, Rajkot) were present on this occasion. Eminent painters of the city, Mr. Umesh Kyada and Mr. Avinash Thaker graced the occasion as judges and decided the winners.

of the CDs compiled by them, named “NADAM” and “SIGNATURE 2011-12” by the former Minister for Agriculture, Govt. of Kerala Sri. Mullakkara

Ratnakaran MLA, in the presence of Sri Palode Ravi, the Honourable MLA of the constituency. The School

Magazine VIJNANASTHUTHI was also released by them on that day.

The release of the musical album 'NADAM' and the school magazine Abhay Easwar of Class IV receives the award for the 'Best Painter' of the school 2011-2012

VIJNANASTHUTHI during the annual day celebration

The musical album “NADAM” features an

34 students from different categories participated

impressive collection of six beautiful songs sung by the

categories. Each category was given some topics for

of the music teacher Shri. Rajesh Ambady. The names

in the event. The participants were divided into three painting. The best three painters in Junior Category (Classes III to V), Middle Category (Classes VI to

VIII) and Senior Category (Classes IX to XII) were awarded certificates. Abhay Easwar of Class IV was

adjudged "The Best Painter of the school-2011-12". The guests highly appreciated the paintings of

the participants and wished them success in their life.

Annual Day Celebration Santhigiri

Vidyabhavan Senior Secondary School The festive day of the 33rd School Annual Day

Celebrations on 12th February, 2012 witnessed a

novel stride regarding the children. It was the release

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students of the School Music Choir under the direction of the students Snehaletha A.V and Snehavally T.S

of Class XII, Sreethu T Nair, Jaya V, Kamalapriya M

and Keerthana T Shaji of Class XI, Prameela B. R, Hrudayakumari P, Aiswaryalakshmi T R, Jayasree M.R, Nirmala V.S and Nobiya R of Class X are worth mentioning.

The DVD titled “SIGNATURE 2011-12”

created under the guidance of the Hindi Teacher Sri. Shaji.V.S is a visual voyage through the performances

and activities of the school in this Academic Year. It

blends almost all of the Curricular, Co-curricular and Extra-Curricular activities and is a memoir of the fluttering school days.


Annual Day C.J.S Public School, Jalandhar, Punjab

Students Performing a Hindi Skit - 'Bharashtachar ka Achaar'

Sahiba Atwal, Topper of School, 2nd in Jal. Distt in Med Stream (92.4 %) receiving prize from the distinguished Chief Guest Sh. R.J Khanderao, Regional Officer, Panchkula, CBSE

Annual Day of C.J.S Public School Jalandhar was celebrated in the school quadrangle with full fervour and vigour. Sh R.J Khanderao, Regional Officer, Panchkula, Central Board of Secondary Education Delhi inaugurated the celebration by lighting the ceremonial lamp. Students of C.J.S Public School presented the Cultural Bonanza- The Real Spice of India, which included the Folk Dances, Western Dances, Qawali, English and Hindi Skit etc. Qawali based on the CCE added a shimmering glow to the show. Tiny Tots of Pre-Wing & Primary Wing dedicated one of the performances Bollywood Tadka to bollywood on the completion of 100 years of Indian Cinema. The ravishing style of Hindi play ‘Bharashtachar Ka Achaar’ stole the show. In the prize distribution ceremony the winners received awards amidst applause. The show ended with a salute to our motherland through a dance performance Maa Tujhe Salam.

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Integrity Club Chinthalaya Vidyalayam, Devancode We are living in an era where the values are deteriorating and the need of the hour is to inculcate values, CBSE has taken initiative to start Integrity Clubs in schools. As a part of it, the school, ‘Chinthalaya Vidyalayam’ organized many programmes and activities of Integrity Club. The formal inauguration of the club was organized on February 15, 2012.The occasion was blessed with so many guests who enriched the minds of students with their valuable words and advices. The event started with a prayer by Smt. B. Rajalekshmi, Music teacher, Sarvesaam swasthir bhavathu! Sarvesaam santhir bhavathu! Sarvesaam poornam bhavathu! Sarvesaam mangalam bhavathu! It was followed by welcome address by Kum. Anjali.K.V of class XI. The Manager of the school, Sri. R. Ravindranathan Nair delivered the presidential

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address which reflected the importance of values in life. The address was made lively by pointing out examples. Sri. Ooruttukala B. Velayudhan Nair, a teacher and a spiritual orator was the Chief Guest who inaugurated the club by lighting the traditional lamp and then the candle was lighted by Smt. K. Jyothishmathy, Senior PRT of the vidyalayam by spreading the light of knowledge through candles among children and fellow teachers. Sri. Velayudhan Nair's speech was very inspiring and various aspects of human life were touched. He stressed the importance of respecting parents and elders, through a slogan from “Thytheeriyopanishad”. Sathaym vadha! Dharmam chara! Sathyath na pramadithavyam! Dharmathma na pramadithavyam! Bhoothy na pramadithavyam! Mathru devo bhava! Pithru devo bhava! Acharya devo bhava! Adithi devo bhava! The message was overwhelming with spiritual hymns. The intention behind saying ‘Namaste’ was made clear. He stated that by saying ‘Namaste’, “we are bowing in front of the God or Godliness in every human being” which creates a positive energy by the culmination of ‘Panchendriya and Jnanendriya’, represented by two hands. A logo of integrity club drawn by our Mr. Abhilash R.S, Faculty for Art and Craft, was launched which signifies the real meaning of “wholesome” and the slogan ‘thamasoma jyothirgamaya’ was sung by school leader Kamal Mohan J.S. of class XII.

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The occasion was also made auspicious by the presence of, Sri. P. Vinod, Assistant Professor Department of Zoology, Mahathma Gandhi College, Thiruvananthapuram His words reiterated the importance of value system in school. He motivated the student by saying that by developing good values in life “we can be the best in the world”. He also revealed that teachers also should realize the importance of acquiring these values and they must be the torch-bearers and role models to students. In her address, Smt. Jayasree M S, Principal, Chinthalaya Vidyalayam, recited four lines of Kunjunni Master, a famous poet who writes for children. Nallathu kanaan kannundu! Nallathu kelkan kathundu! Nallathu cheyyan kayyundu! Nallathu mathram cheyyuka nam! These four lines emphasize, “God has given eyes to see good, ears to hear good, hand to do good acts and we must think good, act good and do only goodness”. School leader, Kamal Mohan J.S., class XII, who is an excellent musician chanted some slogans Loka Samastha Sukhino Bhavandu! Om! Asathamo Sathgamaya! Thamasoma jyothir gamaya! Mrithyorma Amruthum gamaya! Om! Santhi! Santhi! Santhi:! Following this, an oath was taken under Integrity

Club in the mother tongue which was given by Anjali. K.V of class XI. The oath raised in the minds of students

the responsibility to be good stewards of value system. Integrity Club oath in the manual was given by Aswathy

Jayan of class VII. Then a group of young buds sang the

unity song of integrity in the national language, Hindi.


A speech by Abhirami.S.S of class VIII was conveyed. It renounced the minds of children, the 10 values to

be followed in one's life. A role-play depicting the

values - tolerance, love, responsibility, unity, honesty, non- violence, patriotism, integrity, secularism, respect

and compassion etc. were also presented by students of

primary classes under the guidance of IC Managers, Smt. Sithalekshmi.B (primary classes)and Smt. T. R

Bindhumol (secondary and senior secondary classes).

Ramayana Parayanam

Category I Umamaheswara (Class V – VII) Samvadam (Balakandam)

Category II Vatmikiyude Guruprasad M (Class VIII-X) Athmakadha A, class X (Ayodhyakandam)

Category III Sethubandananam Sreevidya S, (Class XI-XII) (Yudhakandam) class XII Geetha Chanting

“Compassionate beggar” with the message that “without

Category I Chapter 9 (Class V – VII)

of the programme, Vrintha K V, class XI and Midhun

Category II Chapter 1 (Class VIII-X)

The class VII students performed a skit named

compassion, there is no use of our prayers”. The anchor M S, class XI delivered the vote of thanks.

Abhee Krishnan S G, class VI

Category III Chapter 12 (Class XI-XII) Sanskrit Recitation

Adwaitha Vijayan, class VI Aswani H V, class X Sreevidya S, class XII

Category I Archa Mohan, class VII A (Class V – VII) Category II Anjali. M S,class X (Class VIII-X)

Category III Kamal Mohan J S, class XII (Class XI-XII) All the prize winners were honoured in School Assembly.

The inauguration and activities of the 'Integrity Club' of Chinthalaya Vidyalayam Sr. Sec. School

Integrity day was observed on February 2,

2012 and the activities conducted were “Ramayana Parayanam”, Geetha Chanting and Sanskrit Recitation competitions and the winners were,

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“Narayaneeya Dinam” was observed and a speech on “Narayaneeyam”, a great work by Melpathur Narayana Bhatathiri, was delivered by the Malayalam teacher, Smt. R. Sreena on December 14, 2011. Narayaneeyam, a great kriti of hundred dasakas praising Lord Guruvayoorappan, the universal Healer’. It is believed that “Narayaneeya Parayanam” is the permanent cure for rheumatic arthritis and all other ailments. The message “if we are sincere and honest we will be respected as a reliable and honorable person and in the long run we will surely be successful in life” reached the children.

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Graduation & Orientation Ceremony for Montessori Bosco Public School The evening of 18th March 2012 witnessed the gala event at Bosco Public School, Paschim Vihar as it was the annual Orientation – cum – felicitation and Graduation day of Montessori Wing, ‘ Zero Hour – The Time is Now. The school was overwhelmed with the gracious presence of the guest of Honour , Mr. Steven Rudolph, the founder – Director of JIVA Education and the creator of Multiple Natures Theory and the chief guest, Mr. G.S Tuteja, Deputy Dean of Students’ Welfare association (Delhi University). The school Manager, Mr. Rajiv Duggal, addressed the congregation and welcomed the guests by presenting a good luck charm symbolizing harmony and fortune.

The little graduates of the montessori wing of Bosco Public School

Through a short documentary on school, the school Principal, Mrs Rupam Sah, acquainted everyone to the vivacious and tech-friendly world of Bosco and presented her immense gratitude to parents to lend their good wishes and support to enable the school to reach so far.

The kids perform the Hanuman Dance during the graduation ceremony

The event triggered off with the Lamp Lighting Ceremony to seek blessings from the Almighty and mark a new beginning. It was followed by a delightful welcome dance by students of KG class. Spiced with various dances and songs , the programme also showcased the laudable efforts of special students of Umang Learning Centre as they presented a commendable dance performance.

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Kids of class I presenting the 'Fashion Show'

The best selling author and a dynamic speaker , Mr. Steven Rudolph shared the importance of Multiple Natures Test and unleashed the various Intelligencies a person possesses and how it can aid one to choose


the most apt career. He also appreciated the school Principal for every area of Intelligence is being taken care of in the school either through Clubs or through activities. It was followed by a divine Hanuman Dance Performance and not to miss that the flabbergasting and most happening Fashion Show by kids of class I who stole the show and left everyone spell-bound. In the end of this grand event , the School Manager , Mr. Rajiv Duggal proposed a vote of thanks and acclaimed the support and contribution of parents , students and staff members.

Design For Change Competition 2011 V & C Patel English School, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat V & C Patel English School, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Gujarat participated in "Design for Change School Challenge-2011", organised by Riverside School in India. "Design for Change" is the largest global movement designed to give children an opportunity to express their own ideas for a better world and put them into action. Fourteen students f rom classes 6 and 7 participated under the guidance of 5 mentor teachers. They had to think and identify the problem they wanted to find a solution to, imagine its solution, implement the selected idea in a week and send their story through video, PowerPoint presentation or photo and text document. Considering that plastic bags had been banned in shops and shopping malls here, students decided to do their bit by making cloth bags from used cloth and distribute them to people they knew. Each student made five bags and gifted them to neighbours. To check the effectiveness of the programme, they prepared a worksheet, and each student checked with the five

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families, and tracked the use of cloth bags and plastic bags for 5 days. From among 60,000 schools which participated our school’s entry was at the 27th position among the top 100 winning entries.

Parents Day Atkinson High School, Chennai Atkinson High School, took root in the year 1899 on a small scale. Since its very beginning, it followed the Anglo-Indian Board of Education, with its centre at Chennai. Primarily instituted for the needs of the Anglo-Indian Community, it grew in stature, catering to the Educational necessities of a whole section of the society. After having completed 112 years of yeomen service, the school recognized the changing systems in the field of Education and realized the need for a common core. Hence in the year 2011, it switched over to the CBSE system. On the 12th November 2011, CBSE was formally inaugurated on Parents Day amidst great excitement. The Chief Guest - Sri P.K. Krishna Rao, Academic Guidance Officer, CBSE of Viswasanthi E.M. High School - Vuyyuru, ignited the traditional lamp and cut the ribbon. In his address, he chalked out the guidelines of CCE (Continuous Comprehensive Evaluation) to be followed by the teacher for a futuristic student. During the programme, the talents of the children were showcased. The energy of the students was put to test. The dance displays from classes I to IX were par excellence. Little Swathika from Class-I even spoke on the topic – 'Water Conservation". There was loud appreciation from all quarters. There were song and dance sequences from 'Around the World Country and the State'. Every item

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was presented with a message. The importance of unity in diversity was stressed upon. The colourful costumes were a feast to a lot of eyes. Even the shy students got a platform as they participated in the 'Ramp Walk' which drew praises and applause from the crowd. Speical mention must be made of the Kindergarten children who enthralled the crowd in their maiden performance in a skit – 'The Wedding of the Painted Dolls'.

school Principal Mr. Zubair Moidu welcomed the chief guests, Principal of K.V.M. College, Valanchery Mr. Hussain Randathani gave the presidential address. PTMA President Mr. Madathil Sreekumar, PTMA Vice President Mr. Lambodaran Pillai, SMC member Mr. Sajid PP felicitated the function. Mr. Sasi, Art teacher gave the vote of thanks.

There was a spectacular display of martial arts in the form of Kung-fu. Students from classes I to IX participated. Their performance was acclaimed by the audience. It encouraged the parents to enroll their children in learning this art. The Principal delivered the School Report. She stressed upon the importance of education and the role of the CBSE and the CCE in particular. The participation of the parents and their influence on the children was outlined. The Principal promised all support to the Staff and Parents regarding this matter. The parents were very receptive to the CBSE and the CCE in particular. This gave a boost to the Management and instilled enthusiasm in the Staff who have already taken up the reins of this Educational system.

Samanwayam - Art and craft exhibition Dr. N.K.M. MES Central School, Kerala A two-day art and craft exhibition was held in Dr. N.K.M. MES Central School, Kerala. The function was inaugurated by an eminent artist Mr.Dayanandan in the school campus. The exhibition highlighted the paintings of the great artist Late Mr. M.F. Hussain followed by the paintings of the school children. A craft exhibition with materials made by students during work experience periods were also organized by the children reflecting their innate talent and high creativity. The

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The students enjoying the art and craft exhibition

Learning to Cope with Disasters Swaminarayan Vidyapith, Karamsad Natural disasters can be avoided by nobody but in this fast changing world there are many manmade disasters which take away so many lives which could have been saved just by practicing simple rules that many-a-times we ignore, avoid or simply are not aware of. Students of class X f rom Swaminarayan Vidyapith, Karamsad, focussing on one such disaster, 'Accidents on Roads' presented a play in a nearby village Valasan, to create awareness amongst people regarding the safe behavior on roads while driving and while walking on or crossing them. With the help of this short play, they showed what are the safety measures that people need to follow: follow traffic rules, cross roads at zebra crossings, not allow children to play on roads, never overburden the vehicle with luggage, always wear seatbelts, not to drink and drive, not to talk on the


mobile phone while driving, remain within the speed limit, always drive a two-wheeler wearing a helmet, and always carefully examine and follow traffic signs.

“Road Safety Campaign” DAV Ballabhgarh

The students of DAV Ballabhgarh enthusiastically

participated in the ‘Road Safety Campaign’ organized by

Sh. Sudeep Singh and Ashok Singh, SHO Ballabhgarh. The objective was to spread awareness among the people

and to sensitize them about their duty and responsibility towards the society and their nation at large.

Inspired by the their Principal Shri. V.K. Chopra

about 91 students volunteered themselves to perform

their duty to regulate the traffic by being present Students of Swaminarayan Vidyapith displaying the posters on road safety

Some of the members in the audience told the students that although they knew some of the things they had been doing were wrong and an invitation to disaster but after seeing the play, it has brought a greater impact and inspired them to be more careful in future. It was learning with fun. Amruta Chavda, one of the participants said, “I have learned many things from the play and would for a life-time tell people about safety measures needed to be followed on roads.”

everyday at the designated site between 4 and 7 pm. The students exhibited exemplary discipline and feeling

of responsibility by helping people to follow rules for the smooth flow of traffic.

Under the supervision of Mr. Vikasdeep

Hooda, the Discipline Coordinator of the school, the students reflected matchless leadership quality

and confidence. Besides this they also learnt that

rights and duties go hand in hand. The campaign was immensely successful and the spirit of the students was appreciated by all.

Do not train children to learning by force and harshness, but direct them to it by what amuses their minds, so that you may be better able to discover with accuracy the peculiar bent of the genius of each.

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Green Page

Campus Clean up Week Translam Academy International, Meerut Ben Johnson once cried out, “O Health! Health! The blessing of the rich! The riches of the poor!” It is thus imperative on our part to keep ourselves healthy. Translamians were thus, encouraged to adopt the motto, "Keep Clean, Live Clean" through “CAMPUS CLEAN UP WEEK” and observe the rules of health and to assume it as their sacred duty. It was organized by the members of VasundharaThe Eco Club in the month of January. All the energy and vitality is sucked by the deteriorating condition of the environment, just like a bacteria sucks our blood. Life without cleanliness is like a ship without a rudder. Translamians took personal interest in keeping the surroundings neat and clean and left no stone unturned to convey the message to everybody around, regarding cleanliness and also to eradicate and shun the habit of throwing the waste here and there.

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It was an eventful week with many creative thoughts and was planned in such a way that students not only participated but also understood the value of cleanliness in their lives. They learnt about personal hygiene, maintenance of clean corridors, classrooms, playground, etc. They were explained the importance of different coloured bins. Through Campus Clean Up Week, Translamians were taught how to act as a Saviour of environment. The students did a commendable job by inculcating this habit within themselves and become proud Translamians by possessing qualities of a good citizen who ought to convey the message amongst everyone that, “If there had been no Earth, life would have lost its fascination, therefore it is the utmost responsibility of every citizen to save the environment of the Earth for the sake of their survival.” There’s not to make reply There’s not to reason why There’s but to do or die. Hence the importance of cleanliness for the health is indispensable else we invite our own doom sooner or later.


“Green Globe, Great Globe” G.A.V. Public School, Kangra

Without the water, without the trees Everyone in the world will drop to their knees... The Eco- Club of G.A.V. Public School Kangra was set up in the year 2007. The club has been trying to create awareness among people to save the environment. Like previous year, this year also a rally was organized by the school children on the occasion of Environment Day. Pamphlets were distributed among people about sensible use of water; usage of C.F.L. bulbs; recycling of waste and to protect wildlife. General awareness was created among the public/children about safe drinking water and to avoid usage of polythene bags. Earth Day was celebrated in the school campus by planting trees of various medicinal values. To promote the spirit of ecofriendliness, the Principal announced that 2 marks will be given for planting a tree and 2 for taking care till it survives. Many children did wonderful job by planting trees on the road-side. The school children take pledge daily to save the environment. Every class has adopted a plant which is taken care in the present session and will be carried along in the next session. Under the Grand Banyan Project of British Council, students also collected about 8 quintals of waste paper for recycling.

"ECO CLUB" G.A.V. Public School-Steps To Create Awareness For ‘A CLEAN AND SAFE ENVIRONMENT’ The aim is: 

to follow the three R’s – Reduce, Reuse and Recycle

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to grow more and more trees

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to avoid the use of plastic bags; to use paper or cloth bags

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to save water as it is precious

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to dispose the garbage in a proper place

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to use cow dung for generating bio-gas and electricity

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to be kind to the animals

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to avoid air pollution, water pollution and land pollution

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to avoid high speed on the roads

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to avoid waste and over consumption of the natural resources

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to use leaves as manures

SO… KEEP THE CITY, THE STATE AND THE WORLD ‘CLEAN AND GREEN’ TO SAVE THE LIVES

The members of the Eco-club of GAV Public School, Kangra

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Poster prepared by the students of GAV Public School, Kangra to create awareness about the environment

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“Be Earthwise” An Eco Club Activity VSPK International School, Rohini, Delhi

environment and their roles and responsibilities towards their environment.

Students of VSPK International school, Delhi displaying messages to protect environment

The sapling being gifted to the children

Schools play a vital role in enlightening the society about the need of the hour. The students of VSPK decided to come forward and take a concrete step with the “Lets Join Hands For A Better Future” Campaign as part of the Awareness Programme by the Eco Club. On 28th January, 2012 (Saturday) in school premises VSPKians exhibited the management of Waste Material. They separated the waste into Biodegradable and Non-Biodegradable resources. Models of landfills were exhibited by the children by growing grass and plants on it. Various ways to conserve water, plants and electricity were suggested by the small children. They showed the method of recycling paper. By many innovative methods they tried to spread a message to protect environment, conserve life and save 'Mother Earth'.

Sapling as a Birthday Gift Dayawanti Punj Model School The Dayawanti Punj Model School aims at giving children a keen understanding of the

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The children on their birthdays are given a sapling as gift. This gift can open the door for children to become more active towards the world’s climate change. To understand life without learning the impact of environment around it is simply impossible. So, this very activity has been providing a unique opportunity for them to enjoy the beauty of nature and its living resources. Children now want to nurture the saplings not only at their home, but the entire village.

Awareness About Healthy Environment Alma Mater Day Boarding Sr. Sec. School Spreading awareness about benefits of a clean and healthy environment is an onerous task in this materialistic world. Teachers, environmentalists and enlightened citizens have been striving to achieve the objective by enlightening the students of Alma Mater and encouraging them to participate in ‘doing by themselves’ simple things that would help sustain healthy environment for generations to come.


As a pioneering initiative, each class has planted 10 trees in the campus, to save trees from being shelled for paper. Waste paper is collected in bags by the students of eco club, daily and shredded weekly and the shredded material is sent to glassware or fruit packing units and also to the recycling mills.

Paper pauches being made by students of Eco-club for the school canteen.

where the students from classes I – IV plant various vegetables such as Cauliflower, Spinach, Mustard, Carrot, Radish, etc., under the guidance of school gardener and their class teachers. They regularly water these plants and observe their growth. Simultaneously the students are motivated to eat fresh and green vegetables to stay healthy. The creation and care of a kitchen garden teaches children about the natural world, its beauty and how to care for it, how best to use the resources we have, and an appreciation for how easy it is to bring joy and well-being into one’s life through growing, harvesting, preparing and sharing fresh, seasonal produce. This gives children a unique experience and exposes the students to a range of thinking skills as they plant and nurture their very own gardens.

Save Our Environment Rally Eastwood International School, Ludhiana

Paper pouches are being made by the eco club students and sold to the school canteen for packing snacks and greeting cards are styled into envelopes which are sold to parents during PTMs. The funds so collected are used for eco culb activities like plantation drives, buying shredding machines, etc. Paper Mache articles are made by students under the supervision and guidance of craft teachers and exhibited during art and craft exhibitions where they may be sold and the funds used for furthering the objectives of the eco club towards clean environment.

Kitchen Garden Rukmini Devi Public School A garden at the school is of a great education value. To learn and understand permaculture, a kitchen garden has been set up at Rukmini Devi Public School

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The 'Save Our Environment' rally in Mullanpur by students of Eastwood International School, Ludhiana

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It was a great opportunity that the school was given chance to organize a rally which was held on 4th Feb., 2012, (Saturday) in Mullanpur. Nearly about 500 students participated in the rally with great enthusiasm. They held beautiful banners on the topic “SAVE OUR ENVIROMENT”. Students showed great energy level under the supervision of their teachers. People were highly impressed and they appreciated the thoughts on “How to save our Environment?” This awareness rally was inspired by the movie “Our Earth”, part 1 and 2 by CBSE.

Let’s learn to enjoy nature Nature is the art of God. We should always remember that we do not own this land but we have merely borrowed it from our forefathers for our future generation. It is our duty to handover this nature safely to our future generation. We should nurture nature for future. The school garden is appreciated by everybody especially National Mylapore Academy. The school received the rolling trophy for the best maintained school garden for the academic year 2011- 2012.

Nurture Nature for Future G.K. Shetty Vivekananda Vidyalaya Junior College, Chennai

The students nurturing the school garden of G.K. Shetty Vivekananda Vidyalaya Junior College, Chennai

The Principal receiving the rolling trophy for the best maintained school garden

The greatest asset we can leave for the future generation is a green – green environment. The school garden is being maintained by the students and they actively involve themselves in nurturing these plants. Children come close to the nature as they observe various plants in the school garden. Gardening not only gives them happiness but also helps them to enhance their level of conceptualization.

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Ozone Day Little Flower School, Uppal “Protect the ozone layer”, “Ozone today, Oxygen tomorrow” these quotes have become too familiar to people right from all the fringes of the world to the developed countries. This is all because, the Ozone layer-a layer in the stratosphere containing a lot of ozone, which protects the earth from the sun’s ultraviolet radiations, is depleting in the stratosphere due to which there are


many problems to be faced ahead. 'Ozone' actually means a strong-smelling, poisonous form of oxygen.

theme undertaken by the club is “Know Me Know Nature”, i.e., “No Me No Nature”.

Keeping all these in mind, “Little Flower SchoolEco Club”, in collaboration with A.P. Green Corps, under the guidance of Mr. Surendar Reddy organised a rally on September 16th-World Ozone Day, in order to bring awareness amongst people to protect the ozone layer by reducing pollution at individual levels.

A Poster Competition was also organized on the theme of the Ozone Club and the winners were awarded. The most highlighted step was the distribution of 5000 saplings to the scholars, parents and localities. The faculty and the scholars took an Oath to plant a sapling and take care of it to make mother earth greener. This was the second step towards greening of our place Sagar. Last year the students had planted nearly 1100 saplings and had taken an Oath to carry it on in the future.

It was conveyed through slogans such as “ozone today, oxygen tomorrow”, “ozone-the nature’s sunscreen”, “do not burst up the nature’s ozone, because it protects us”, etc., and made them realize the importance of ozone layer. A few measures were discussed through which one can protect the ozone layer. One such measure was to switch to the use of unleaded petrol, less polluting fuels such as CNG and LPG, so that there is less release of pollutants into the air, in turn protecting the ozone layer. Join hands to protect the ozone layer in order to have a pollution-free future with a healthy ozone layer. “Protect ozone, it protects you.”

A leap towards a greener and pollution free environment, Greatmen International School, Sagar The Ozone Club of Greatmen International School conducted the “Green Earth Venture” aiming to sensitize the parents and inmates of Sagar about the various environment hazards. A Press Conference was addressed by the scholars through which they expressed their concern towards the environmental issues. As a part of this programme Role Plays and Skits were staged to create awareness. The issues highlighted were Global Warming, Pollution and Deforestation. The

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The student receives an award on the 'Green Earth Venture' event

Ecoclub Activities Pragati Public School 'Save Energy' was the motto for eco club this year. The eco club was making efforts to make people aware about importance of nature and natural resources. The eco club has been conducting many activities like poster making, S.M.S. writing rally at metro station parking, debates and photography exhibition, etc., to create awareness about current environmental issues like global warming, receding glaciers, decreasing sources

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of energy, pollution, ozone depletion and their effects on biological diversity on earth. Some of the activities conducted by the eco-club, this years are as follows •

Various talks, workshops of Tata power conservation and Nokia waste recycling were conducted in school and were organized by the students of eco club.

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Competitions were also conducted to ensure better participation and mass awareness towards the topics of environmental concern. Efforts were made to make students relate to the environmental issues and pay heed to environment. Time to time information regarding the current developments in the concerned field is also given in the classes by eco club volunteers.

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School organized photography exhibition, "Nature : pristine, powerful and polluted". This helped students to showcase their photography skills.

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Students planted lots of plants under various plantation drives. School has started making a mother nursery for medicinal plants and aromatic plants.

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Students are also being sensitized for simple but important environmental issues like importance of forest and wild life, usage of alternate sources of energy, conserving fossil fuels in a simple and interesting manner, etc.

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Students of Pragati Public school observe EARTH HOUR on the last day of month by switching off electrical appliances for one hour to conserve electricity and to reduce carbon dioxide emission.

Rain Water Harvesting System Emm Aar International School, Jalandhar

Water, the Hub of Life. Water is its mater and matrix, mother and medium. Water is the most extraordinary substance! Practically all its properties are anomalous, which enabled life to use it as building material for its machinery. Life is water dancing to the tune of solids. The students with posters on 'Save Energy'

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Students recycled waste paper using recycling machine and prepared articles using that recycled paper. Students collected paper waste and sent it to British council for making note books.

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Students took a pledge to adopt measures like conserving water and electricity, using cycle instead of petrol driven vehicles and saying no to crackers.

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- Albert Szent-Gyorgyi (1972) Many people in authority are of the opinion that in case the world sees another world war, it would be for the scarce and most important resource called WATER. Water is a very precious resource and it needs to be understood by us all, especially the children as they are actually going to face this serious issue by the time they grow up.


In case the entire world does not take action to meet this challenge head on, there are going to be severe water shortage related problems worldwide. “Water water everywhere – not a drop to drink” is likely to become a reality if we continue to waste this precious resource. We sincerely believe recycling of water and preservation of water resources needs to be taught from school level. At school level our belief that a student best remembers what he/ she has done with his/ her hands prompted us to start Rain Water Harvesting within the school. Thinkers all over the world suggest this is as one of the best methods in order to solve the problem.

All students have been exposed to this methodology and the school received excellent coverage in the local press as well. Parents are impressed with this sudden concern in their children to conserve water even at their homes. We would have done our job if the entire strength of the school grows up to make even one such project within their homes/ organisations that they will serve in, in the future.

ECO CLUB– Various activities Oasis School of Excellence, Hyderabad Oasis School of Excellence formed the Eco Club with the following main objectives :

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To create awareness of biodiversity conservation and local environmental issues among school children.

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To create a ‘clean and green consciousness’ among students through various innovative methods.

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To involve Eco Club students in openorientation programs in schools and public areas.

The various activities of the club were

Students attend a class on the Rain Water Harvesting project in the school.

The school has two wells within the school premises which are well covered and have proper windows and filters for water to flow into the bore wells. The layout of these has been planned by qualified engineers taking into account the flow of rain water within the school grounds. The water is now being retained rather than being allowed to flow away into a drain, as happened earlier.

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The Club started the work by motivating the students about the plantation program, students and teachers brought varieties of saplings and planted the saplings. All the students have taken Oath to protect the Environment.

5 point Oath: I will not pollute the air I will support green energy I will work for the planet I will not waste resources I will recycle

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Teachers of Eco Club have taken initiation and joined with the members of WOW (Wealth Out of Waste) to collect the waste materials like paper, plastic, glass, old clothes, Computer and Mobile Phone Equipment, etc., that can be recycled. 1050 kg of the scrap was recycled.

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'Oasis Earth Week' was celebrated in the month of June, with great determination to bring awareness and to realize each one’s duty to protect the environment.

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'Green Day' Celebration started with Green Flag hoisted by the Correspondent Sri Sudarshanacharya and Principal Mrs. Kameswari.

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'Green March' was organized where the students and teachers took part wearing Green dress. Article Writing and Painting Competition were conducted on the topic ‘Save the Mother Earth’.

and ‘Causes for Global Warming’ were conducted. Students of High school have taken a resolution to perform Shramdan in school premises by cleaning the surroundings and watering the plants which they have planted.

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The members of Eco Club continued their work with the same enthusiasm in phaseII by declaring a 'Photography Contest' on ‘Biodiversity and Environment ’. Certificates and awards were given to the best photograph. Students expressed their love and concern towards the environment by singing songs and participating in stage plays (drama) on Environment. Teachers and students discarded their plastic bags and started using Cotton bags.

Members of Eco-club during the plantation drive

Students and teachers during the Earth Week Celebration at Oasis School of Excellence, Hyderabad

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'Elocution competitions' on the topics ‘Importance of Environmental Protection’

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'A one day environment education program' was conducted by the members of Eco Club. All students were brought together to the Genetic Garden, and briefed with a short introduction about the environment, an explanation of Eco Club goals, a slide show on “Green


Health”, as well as an overall description of the present status and future threats to plants. This was followed by a guided walk around the Garden, where they saw native medicinal plants and threatened floras, as well as the waste recycling unit.

Keeping this point in mind, the principal and children of our school planted saplings on the occasion of Vanamohastava Day.

Vanamohastava Day M.M. Public School, Bagh, M.P. The school organized Vanamohastava Day celebration to convey the importance of trees to the people of locality. Trees are important to eradicate pollution. Protect when you see a tree being axed, plant a tree but remember that your responsibility does not finish there, build a tree guard, water and nurture the sapling till it grows into a tree.

Principal and students of M.M. Public School, during the tree plantation drive on Vanamohastava Day

“I offer you peace. I offer you love. I offer you friendship. I see your beauty. I hear your need. I feel your feelings. My wisdom flows from the Highest Source. I salute that Source in you. Let us work together for unity and love.”

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— Mahatma Gandhi

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Health & Wellness Clubs

Celebration of 'Heath week' Pragati Public School

The whole experience was extremely enriching for the students and they pledged to live a healthy life.

Investment in the health of children is an investment in the future of the nation. It is essential to build on the components of knowledge relating to health and nutrition to develop healthy attitudes and enhance life skills to overcome the multiple health concerns affecting school going children.

Eye Pledge and Blood Test Camp D.A.V. Public School, Faridabad

Health week was celebrated from 16th Jan-19th Jan., 2012. The week aimed towards promoting health and well being of youth especially in school. Various activities related to health issues such as-obesity, lack of physical exercise, diabetes and lifestyle diseases were conducted. Display boards showcasing relevant material were exhibited.

An Eye Pledge and Comprehensive Blood Test Camp was organized by Health and Wellness Club on 24th December, 2011 at DAV P ublic School, Sector 37, Faridabad campus as a tribute to Swami Shradhanand and to inculcate the feeling of empathy and social responsibility among student community in association with Venu Eye Bank, Delhi and Lala Diwan Chand Charitable Hospital, Faridabad.

Competitions and Events like Drawing competition on healthy habits, Salad making competition, Quotation writing competition, Food carving competition, Collage making etc., were organized during the Health Week. Specialists were also invited to address the children on heath related issues. 'Health week' helped to inculcate good habits and awareness about nutritious food among students.

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The inauguration of the Eye Pledge and Comprehensive Blood Test Camp.


Parents and staff members showed great enthusiasm to participate as well as pledge for Eyedonation. The camp was inaugurated by Sh. K.L. Khurana, Regional Director, DAV Public Schools, Palwal Zone, Haryana and Mrs. Neelam Gandhi, Principal, DAV Public School, Sector 37, Faridabad and filled the Eye Pledge form. Inspired by the audio – visual presentation by Venu Eye Bank, a number of students and parents approached the camp and 64 people took pledge for Eye donation.

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This group shall ensure that the cleaners clean the platform and drains around water storage tank, water source (if any) and taps.

Dr. Veena Sahpathi, Mrs. Upasana Sharma and students of club explained the full process from Eye pledge to Eye donation to everyone. A number of students, parents and staff members got the Comprehensive Blood Test (CBT) done that day. Herb plants were also distributed to the eye donors.

‘Ayush’ School Sanitation Programme Mount Carmel School, Chandigarh Under the able guidance and support of Principal, Vice Principal and group members a project on school sanitation named 'Ayush' was started by the Health and Wellness Club members of Mount Carmel School, Sec-47B Chandigarh. This step was taken to inculcate healthy sanitation habits among the school students and staff members. The club members were divided into six different groups were named as 'Sanitiers' and a project leader was also appointed. Specific tasks were organised to each group :GROUP I (Cleaning of waste storage tanks) •

This group shall ensure that water storage tank is cleaned at least once a month and properly chlorinated.

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A poster prepared for ‘Ayush’ the school sanitation programme by one of the group of students

GROUP III (Disposal of excreta) •

This group shall ensure by observing once a day that the toilets are being kept clean by the cleaners.

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Ensure that soap is always available outside the toilets so that students can wash their hands after defecation.

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emptied in the school garbage pit/ dustbin by the cleaners. •

Ensure that young students do not litter in school ground with paper, leftover food, etc.

GROUP V (Home sanitation and food hygiene) •

This group shall ensure that each classroom is kept clean and mopped regularly by the cleaners.

in our path to increase wisdom and spiritual growth and development. After chanting of Gayatri Mantra, students come out of their classes for Health Run. Studies have shown running tremendously reduces the chance of common cold to cancer and also helps the students to improve their fitness and stamina. It also increases bone density and is considered to be the best aerobic exercise for physical conditioning of the heart and lungs.

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This group shall ensure that students wash their hands with soap after defecation and before eating.

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Ensure that the monitor of each class periodically checks the personal hygiene of each student in the class by checking their nails, teeth, etc.

Quotes on sanitation were also made and put up in the washrooms for promoting healthy sanitation habits in children.

Soulful Outflow for Healthy Living St. Vivekanand Millennium School St. Vivekanand Millennium School believes in inspiring students to become successful and responsible citizens. The curriculum is delivered through an innovative combination of classroom and activity – led learning. It is our mission to blend our strong cultural fundamentals of the gurukul heritage and other traditional systems with advanced modern learning tools, thus providing a new direction in education. We not only believe in imparting mere education, but also indulge in spiritual learning. At SVMS, our morning starts with chanting of Gayatri Mantra, which is said to remove all obstacles

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The students during one of the sessions of physical education

Health run is followed by Meditation with ‘OM’ gunjan which helps them to improve in three fields, i.e., Pratyahara or withdrawal of the mind from the outer objects or attention to their memory, Dharana – patience and Dhyana, i.e., concentration. Meditation helps to inculcate in students the power of concentration, which helps them to learn things faster and vividly. At lunch break, the students chant Bhojan Mantra,“Om Brahmarpanam ………….… Samadhina”. According to Hindu way of life, food goes beyond just a means of body nourishment. It is also believed to influence our mental and spiritual development. This Mantra gives the scientific explanation of the relation between food and energy. At the end of the day, we have the Silence Period. After the blow of “Bigul”, silence is observed to enable the students to reach out to their inner self and thus


they are able to detach from the material world and are able to find their true self. Thus the school is marching ahead with its aim to make the students the ideal citizens of India like Swami Vivekananda – physically strong, mentally balanced and spiritually enlightened.

to 30th January, 2012 in school premises on account of Rathasapthami celebrations. This yoga helps them to gain concentration, self control, etc., and make the busy schedule of the students’ life full of energy and vigour.

Surya Namaskaram G K Shetty Vivekananda Vidyalaya Junior College, Chennai “Yoga cures all ailment which cannot be cured.” “Surya Namaskaram” or “Sun Salutation” is a common sequence of yogasana. Its origin lies in the worship of surya, the solar deity. It is a complete meditative technique in itself as it includes asanas, pranayama and mantras. It helps an individual to vitalize and unblock the whole system. It tones up muscles and strengthen one’s eye sight. The students performed surya Namaskaram from 19th January, 2012

The students performing “Surya Namaskaram” on account of Rathasapthami celebrations

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Sahodaya Updates

Activities of Kota Sahodaya Complex Inter School Debate Competition Kota Sahodaya Schools Complex conducted Inter School debate competition on the topic "Acacemic qualification ensures success in life" which was hosted by Maheshari Public School, Kota on Dec. 14, 2011. In all 22 teams participated in the contest. Students spoke open heartedly on the subject and the results were:

Emmanuel Mission School : Winners Shiv Jyoti School : Runners Up Maheshwari Public School : II Runners Up

Prizes along with certificates were given by President Kota Sahodaya Schools Complex.

Inter School Volleyball Tournament Kota Sahodaya Schools Complex conducted Inter School Volleyball tournament for the boys and girls on 18th and 19th Nov., 2011. The tournament was hosted by Guru Nanak Public School, Kota. In all 17 CBSE schools took part in the tournament. The tournament was inaugurated by

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Shri Baba Lakha Singh and Er. Pradeep Singh Gour, President Kota Sahodaya Schools Complex.

Boys (a) Winners Runners up Girls (b) Winners Runners up

: Gurunanak Public School : Maheshwari Public School : Gurunanak Public School : Central Academy Shikshantar

Prizes were given to all the Winners and Runners up by Er. Pradeep Singh Gour, President Kota Sahodaya Schools Complex in a grand function followed by cultural programme.

Seminar on Right to Education (RTE) On 3rd January, 2012 a seminar on implementation of Right to Education Act, 2009 in all the CBSE affiliated schools was conducted in the auditorium of Lawrence and Mayo Public School, Kota. The key note speaker in the seminar was District Education Officer, Kota, Govt of Rajasthan, Smt. Rashmi Sharma and A.D.E.O. Mr. Anand Sharma. After the welcome speech by Er. Pradeep Singh Gour, President, Kota Sahodaya Schools Complex, Dr. Deepak Singh, Principal, Modern School highlighted the problems being faced in implementing RTE act in the schools.


DEO Smt. Rashmi Sharma elaborately highlighted all the salient features of the act and also informed all the Principals/Directors of the school to religiously implement this act and in case of any doubts/ problems, they can approach her.

Trophy was won by the team of Lawrence and Mayo Public School, Kota.

The programme was loudly appreciated by all the Principals.

Inter-School Declamation Contest, Punjab Sahodaya School Complex, Jalandhar

Seminar on Right to Education (RTE) at Lawrence & Mayo Public School, Kota

Dr. Ratna Jain, Mayor Kota City also joined the seminar and stressed on implementing the RTE Act in true sense.

Inter School Quiz Competition Kota Sahodaya Schools Complex conducted Inter School Quiz competition, which was hosted by Central Academy Shikshantar Senior Secondary School, Police Line, Kota on Nov. 16, 2011. In all 25 teams from different schools participated in the contest. The quiz consisted of three rounds. First round was preliminary written round from which 8 top scoring teams entered for live quizzing semi-final round and thereafter 4 teams for finals.

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Prizes along with certificates were given by the Director of Central Academy, Shikshantar.

The winners of the Inter-School Declamation contest held at C.J.S. Public School, Jalandhar

Sahodaya Complex Inter- School Declamation Contest was held at C.J.S. Public School, Jalandhar, Punjab. Students from various schools of Jalandhar and adjoining areas participated in this contest. Ms. Neena Mittal, Chairperson of C.J.S. Public School, Jalandhar was the Chief Guest of the day. The contest was held at two levels comprising of Junior and Senior group having one participant in each group. Among the students of junior group, Prabhjot of class X from C.J.S. Public School, Jalandhar clinched the first position by presenting the topic ‘Female Feoticide’. Yogya Sehgal from Innocent Hearts School, Jalandhar earned the second position and Shweta Arora from Police D.A.V Public School, Jalandhar got third position. In the senior category Anandita from Police D.A.V. Public

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School, Jalandhar secured the first position for speaking on the topic ‘Need of traditionalism in 21st Century’ whereas second position went to Amritpal Singh from Kamla Nehru Public School, Phagwara and Navjot from C.J.S. Public School, Jalandhar secured the third position. Police D.A.V. Public School, Jalandhar bagged the overall trophy. C.J.S. Public School, Jalandhar was adjudged the Ist runner up. Principal Ranbir Kaur congratulated the winning teams and appreciated the efforts of teachers of all schools who prepared the students for the contest.

Activities by Western and Southern Odisha Region Sahodaya Schools Complex CCE WORKSHOP

Biswas, Chairman of Sahodaya Schools’ Complex of Rourkela Chapter inaugurated the same. About 100 teachers from different schools (Delhi Pulic School, Saraswati Vidya Mandir, Dalmia Vidya Mandir, DAV Public School, Sri Auribindo’s Schools, Guru Nanak Public School, St. Arnold’s School) participated in this workshop.

LIONS QUEST: SKILLS FOR ADOLESCENCE Three days programme on Lions Quest: Skills for Adolescence – “A Teacher Training Workshop” was held on 10th to 12th Feb 2012 at Guru Nanak Public School, Naya Bazar, Sector-21, Rourkela-01 Odisha and hosted by CBSE/SSC/W & S/OR/ Rourkela Chapter with Mrs. Nidhi Nagrath from Mumbai as a Resource Person. DG Lion Mahesh Jathlia was the Chief Guest and Lion Mousumi Pattnaik was the State Coordinator. Chairman of the Sahodaya Complex of Rourkela Chapter inaugurated the workshop. Concluding session took place on 12th Feb, 2012 at 5.30 pm with S. Hardeep Singh, Secretary of the School, in the chair.

A CCE workshop for the Primary and Secondary Teachers in progress

Rourkela Chapter of CBSE Sahodaya School Complex of Western and Southern Odisha region (CBSE/SSC/W & S/OR) organized a CCE workshop for the Primary and Secondary Teachers of CBSE Schools of this complex with Dr. Sujata Saho, Principal, DAV Public School, Pokhariput, Aerodram Area, Bhubaneswar, Odisha as the Resource person. Guru Nanak Public School, Naya Bazar, Sector-21, Rourkela-01 hosted the programme. Mr. P. K. Sharma, Host Principal, welcomed the gathering, Rtn. S. K.

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About 25 teachers from different schools of this region participated. The participants and the organizers were encouraged by the Presidents and Officer Bearers of the Schools Governing Body and the Lions International, Kalunga and Rourkela. Secretary Lion Sanjay Goel proposed a hearty vote of thanks.

Various Activities conducted by Jabalpur Sahodaya School Complex In 1987, CBSE brought out a publication titled ‘Freedom to learn and freedom to grow through Sahodaya School Complexes”, which characterizes ‘SSCs’ as an association of volunteer schools in a given area, who through mutual choice and initiatives, came together for a systematic and amalgamated renewal


of the total educational process. As per the guidance policy of the CBSE-JSSC, schools are encouraged to implement various programs of academic and extracurricular nature. I am happy to mention here that it was the first time the JSSC Schools meet was organized and a number of activities were conducted successfully in this academic session. The events conducted under the Jabalpur Sahodaya Schools Complex were: Spell Bee-conducted by Satya Prakash Public School, to primarily test and enhance the vocabulary by interactive competitive spellings test, that also inculcate knowledge of new words, parts of speech, and their usage. Quiz Competition- conducted by Marble Rock School, to test and encourage the trend in students on the importance of being updated with current affairs and general knowledge. Elocution Competition- conducted by Little World School Tilwara – this activity was to encourage and imbibe confidence in the students to deliberate intelligently on defined topics as a speaker on a public platform. It received good responses. Patriotic Song Competition – conducted by Small Wonder School in their court, wherein participants through songs not only regaled the audience, but also imbibed in all, a feeling of love and respect for the country. Football Matches for Boys and Girls- conducted at St. Aloysius School, Rimjha – this group activity and team matches encouraged the sporting spirit while renewing the importance of field sports among girls and boys. Science Exhibition- conducted by Nalanda Public School, this exhibition encouraged the children to exhibit their learning through vibrant displays while enhancing their interest in the subjects.

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Basketball Matches for Boys and Girlsconducted at St. Gabriels’s School Ranjhi, the activity imbibed a healthy team spirit among participants as well as good sporting spirit among the winning and losing teams. Folk Dance- conducted at St. Aloysius School, Polipathar, the activity was conducted with a sense to keep alive the Zest for culture, bring out the hidden talents of children, and to create awareness in the vast and diverse cultures, traditions, and festivals of various parts of the country. Marathon – conducted by St. Aloysius School, Cantt. this was done on a large scale as it involved more schools and a much higher level of participants among boys and girls (2000+), and with a theme to create the awareness to make Jabalpur city a ‘Zero Plastic Zone’. A marathon with a worthy cause and many enthusiastic participants did certainly create the right to stir an ideal platform for a run into a mega event. The “Quarter Marathon” was an idea mooted to create awareness among the residents of Jabalpur on the harmful effects of plastic and therefore making the city a “Zero Plastic Zone”. The event was the first of its kind ever held in the city, and the response it generated snowballed it into an event of gigantic proportion that involved not just the participating schools of the Jabalpur Cantonment area and their students, but was further boosted by the involvement of the parents, and galvanized by the civic administration. The day’s highlight and the message that it meant to convey, was highly appreciated and praised by many well-wishers including the civic administration, and wonderfully supported by the media that was quite impressed with the overwhelming turn-outs. In all, the ‘Quarter Marathon with a Theme’ did create quite a ripple in Jabalpur city.

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Athletics- conducted by St. Aloysius School, Cantt, this activity was conducted with the aim of highlighting the individual talents of the students in the sports arena.

A total of 15 members were present in the meeting. At the outset of the meeting, Dr. B B Chauhan, welcomed all the Principals present in the meeting and enlightened the gathering about the concept of Sahodaya Movement. Dr. Chauhan said that Sahodaya is the movement of CBSE started in 1986 for neighboring schools for better prospects in education based on caring & sharing of each other views on various events/ fields. Later on all the members participated in the election & elected the following governing body for the session 2011-12. Sl. No

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President

Dr. B.B. Chauhan

Principal BSF Sr. Sec. School Kadamtala, Siliguri

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Secretary

Dr. S. S. Agarwal

Principal Siliguri Model High School (Sr. Sec.) Siliguri

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Joint Secretary

Mr. E E Sadiq

Principal Jermals’ Academy, Siliguri

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Treasurer

Mr. Principal Royal Arindam Academy, Chakraborty Siliguri

After the total tally of points the School in the: S t. Aloy sius S chool, Cantt. Jabalpur

Second Position - A tie between St. Aloysius School Polipathar and St. Gabriel’s Sr. Sec. School Ranjhi Third Position -

Delhi Public School Mandla Road Jabalpur

Constitution of Siliguri Sahodaya Schools Complex at Siliguri, West Bengal Siliguri Sahodaya Schools Complex was established as per guidelines of CBSE. First meeting of all the Principal/Head of all the CBSE affiliated schools of Siliguri and nearby area was organized by Dr. B. B. Chauhan, Principal BSF Sr. Sec. Residential School, Kadamtala, Siliguri with the cooperation and coordination of Dr. S. S. Agarwal, Principal Siliguri Model High School, Siliguri on 19th Feb., 2012 at Siliguri.

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School Name

A The participants of the 'Quarter Marathon' in Jabalpur

First Position -

Desgn.

After nomination of above said Governing Body the following aims & objectives were suggested by all group members which are accepted by the President Governing Body. a)

to organize various inter – schools completion by Siliguri Sahodaya Schools complex under the aegis of CBSE.


b) to organize Seminars and Workshops on various subjects at various level to keep abreast with latest knowledge.

Conference on Human Rights on International Human Rights Day i.e. 10th Dec 2011 in which 13 different CBSE affiliated schools participated.

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The participants presented papers on Human Rights Watch, Universal Declaration of Human Rights, UN and Human Rights, Child Abuse and Child Rights, Human Rights History, Human Rights Violation, Human Rights Commission, International Human Rights Law, Human Rights of Children and Youth. On this occasion Mr. Mike Mukhtiar Poselay (Governor Prisons UK) was the Chief Guest.

to discuss common issues like common examination schedule and evaluation etc.

d) to share views about CBSE circulars and guidelines for proper implementation. e)

to discuss about local examination and educational problem.

Ms. Mansi, Army Public School, Jalandhar bagged the first position, Ms. Sonia, Lala Jagat Narain DAV Model School, Jalandhar bagged the second position, Ms. Jaskaran, Guru Amar Dass Public School, Jalandhar and Ms. Sheyana, Dayanand Model Senior Secondary School, Jalandhar bagged the third position. Ms. P.K.Dhillon, Principal of the School appreciated the efforts of all the students and gave away the prizes to the winner schools. The first meeting of the Siliguri Sahodaya School Complex in progress

The meeting concluded with a vote of thanks by the newly elected Governing Body with a belief that Siliguri Sahoday will reach the pinnacle of success and extend better services for the overall development of the children to become better citizen of tomorrow and serve the nation.

Inter-School Children’s Conference on Human Rights Sahodaya School Complex, Pahgwara Kamla Nehru Public School, Chak Hakim, Phagwara organized Sahodaya Inter-School Children’s

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The winners of the Sahodaya Inter School Children's conference on Human Rights

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Sports Arena

SIMPLY SPORTS ESPRIT Annual Prize distribution cum Sports Day… Sports is an important part of the modern concept of complete and sound education. It not only produces fun and recreation but also breaks the monotony of academics. We celebrated Espirit-our Sports Day on 8th Dec. Sh. Arvinder Singh Lovely (Hon’ble Minister of Education and Transport) consented to be the Chief Guest. Among other dignataries present were Mahabali Shri Satpal (Addl. Director of Sports), Sh. R. P. Yadav (Dy Director Education, Zone-XI), Smt. Rashmi Gahlot (Education officer, Zone-XI), Sh. R. S. Dahiya (Dy-E.O Zone-XI), Ms. Satwant Kaur (S.P.E. (ZoneXI), Sh. Chand Kishore Aggarwal (President – AWS) presided over the function. The cultural fiesta exhibited an exquisite symphony of music, dance, creativity and talent and was an excellent way of channelizing energies constructively. It was festivity at its best with the whole school participating right from nursery to XII with great gusto. A rhythmic field show, wonderful formations, outstanding performances and lots of enjoyment celebrated the spirit of unity and merriment and kept the parents glued to their seats till the end.

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The students displaying formation during the Sports Day

Chief Guest in his keynote address reiterated the importance of holistic development of children and


applauded the efforts of children. Students who had excelled in academics, sports and co-curricular activities were felicitated with the prize distribution ceremony. Students, dressed up in beautiful attires, performed in following array of items:1.

Siddhi Vinayak Vandana.

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Ravishing Reverberations – lilting tunes by school band.

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Rhythmic Beats a Fitness Freak.

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Vibgyor Vibrations- myriad hues on MAPS ground.

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Indigenous Games- A Whiff of the Past.

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Empowering Self-Care with Care without Weapons.

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Water Elixir and Essence of Life.

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Resurgent India—A soulful and stirring rendition.

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Glory awards and felicitations.

Cbse Cluster Xiii Volleyball and Football Championship Saint Soldier International School, Chandigarh Saint Soldier International School Sector- 28B, Chandigarh organized Volleyball Cluster from 18th to 20th October 2011 and Football Cluster from 22nd to 25thOctober. It was a matter of great pride for our school to organise both the championships to awaken the spirit of sportsmanship among the students. 40 teams participated in Volleyball Cluster and 41 teams participated in Football Cluster. Mr. Naunihal Singh, IPS, SSP Chandigarh presided over the opening ceremony and Mr. Dhanbir Singh Bains, IAS, Principal Secretary, Govt. of Punjab, Dept. of Home Affairs and Justice was the Chief Guest at

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the closing ceremony of Volleyball Championship. In Football Championship Sh. R. J Khanderao Regional Officer, CBSE inaugurated, the opening ceremony. In the closing ceremony, Mr. PushkarVohra AEO Sports CBSE was the Chief Guest. These mega events were well organized and drew much appreciation from all. The SSIS Team won the third position in the Football Championship.

Volleyball players in action during the CBSE Cluster XIII Volleyball Championship

Sh. R.J Khanderao, Regional Officer CBSE taking the salute at CBSE Cluster XIII Football Championship.

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Annual Sports Meet-2011-12 Springdales Children’s School, Kota The “Annual Sports Meet” of Springdales Children’s School, Kota for the session 2011-12 was organized in the huge and well decorated school playground.

was given by Mrs. Sujata Taterh, Principal where she appreciated the excellent show put up by the students and stressed the importance of participating rather than winning.

Sports Achievements of South East Central Railway Mixed Higher Secondary School Bilaspur (C.G.) Following students of South East Central Railway Mixed Higher Secondary School (English Medium), Bilaspur have achieved medals in different sports activities in the session 2011-12.

The Chief Guest, Principal with the students of the RED-HOUSE-Winner of the running shield

The programme commenced with the hoisting of the school flag by the Chief Guest, Mr. Y.K. Agarwala, Retd. Vice President and Resident head of DSCl. He took the salute of the commander of the March-past. House captains led the troops of their respective houses marching rhythmically to the drum beats. After oath taking ceremony beautiful dances were performed on sports themes. Soon after the Hon’ble Chief Guest gave a short encouraging speech and declared the Sports Meet open. Junior students participated enthusiastically in Lemon Race, Jalebi Race, Sack Race, Guava Race, Copy Balancing, Banana Race and 100 m Race. For senior students 100 m Sprint, 200 m Sprint, 4x100 m Relay, Shot Put, Discus Throw, Long Jump were held which aimed at developing various skills. The campus thundered with applause when the winners and runners-up were awarded with medals and certificates by the Chief Guest, Mr. Y. K Agarwala and the Director of school, Mrs. Manisha Agarwala. Running Shield went to Red House. After the declaration of Sports Meet close, a vote of thanks

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Riya Gautam with her medals & certificates

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Riya Gautam, a student of Class IX (B), represented Chhattisgarh Team in 3rd National Ovivinam Martial Arts and she got 3 Gold Medals which was held at Rohtak (Haryana) from 11th Jan., 2012 to 15th Jan., 2012.

G.Shefu brought faurels to the school in martial arts


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G.Shefu, a student of Class VI (B), represented Chhattisgarh Team in 3rd National Ovivinam Martial Art, and she got 2 Gold, 2 Silver and 1 Bronze Medals which was held at Rohtak (Haryana) from 11th Jan., 2012 to 15th Jan., 2012

Scaling New Heights Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh ‘Sports are an integral part of Liberal Education.’ Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh focuses on this aspect of education by offering varied options in sports thereby catering to all varieties of interest. The students participated in the Delhi State Cluster XII, CBSE Athletic Meet 2011 – 2012 and won accolades by being declared the Champions in senior girls and sub junior girls category. Sumita of class XII was adjudged the Best Athlete of Delhi. It was a moment of great pride and honour as the school also bagged the Overall Championship Trophy in the event.

Dushyant K. Sharma display his medal for representing Chhattisgarh team in Basketball

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Dushyant Kumar Sharma of Class XI (B) represented Chhattisgarh Basketball Team in National Open and Schools Basketball Tournament, which was held at Nagpur in MayJune 2011, he got Bronze Medal.

The senior girls team of Modern Public School, Shalimar Bagh with their champions trophy

P. Tushal - the footballer of the school

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P. Tushal of Class 9 (B) represented Chhattisgarh Football Team in under 16 years in Mir Iqubal Hussain Tournament which was held at Cuttack (Odisha). The team got silver medal.

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Sports and Cultural Meet 2012 SNLD Harsh Convent School, Suratgarh, Rajasthan Five days sports and cultural meet was held in SNLD Harsh Convent School, Suratgarh from 10th February to 14th February 2012. After the five-days sports and cultural meet a function was organized to

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honour the winner for their outstanding performance. Each student had a dream to touch the zenith, when they were given prizes.

for Primary Classes on 18th February 2012 in the school premises. The Chief Guest was Padmashree Satpal Sir who is the Asiad Gold Medalist, Arjuna and Dronacharya Awardee and also the Additional Education. Mrs. Satwant Kaur the supervisor of Physical Education as a presiding guest along with other dignitaries also graced the occasion. The Director Shri. Somesh Rishi Pathak and Principal Mrs. Rooma Pathak heartily welcomed all the guests. There was a well organized march past followed by Mashaal Lightning and Oath taking Ceremony by the Head Boy and Head Girl.

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The Sports Meet was declared open by the Chief Guest for all kinds of races to be held. The day saw the display of talent, energy and coordination of the students in martial art, Judo and various asanas of yoga. An enchanting performance not only on foot tapping number of Shakira but also the groovy elegant graceful movements in Aerobics by middle and senior wing students lasted deep impression on the audience. A number of sporting events were organized including an innovative variety of races such as the String and Bead Race, Balloon Bursting Race, Obstacle Race, Bangle Race etc. The students participated in all the events with great zeal and the audience enjoyed them to its maximum.

The small kids were at their best performance during the cultural meet

A Memorable Sports Day M.M. Public School, Vasudha Upholding the commitment to inculcate the value of sports in its students M.M. Public School, Vasudha Enclave, Pitampura celebrated “Sports Day”

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The highlight of the day was Parents and Teachers Race. It was very encouraging to see the backbone of the school join in the fun and frolic of students. The event concluded with a Prize Distribution Ceremony where meritorious students who have shown excellence in academics, co-curricular activities and sports were awarded by the Chief Guest Padmashree Satpal, Mrs. Satwant Kaur and Mr. O.P. Sharda.


The Director and Principal thanked the distinguished guests and parents for their gracious presence and congratulated the students as well.

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Annual Sports Meet 2012 Greatmen International School, Sagar Greatmen International School, Sagar (M.P) is a Day Boarding School affiliated to CBSE, New Delhi.

TV Serial artist who played role as Manu, childhood character of Rani Laxmibai. The whole show was an amalgamation of colours, talents, rhythm, skills and vibrancy – a perfect symphony in motion. The scholars are divided into four houses Aryabhatta, Buddha, Chanakya and Dhanvantari. There was 100% participation in which scholars showed their skills and excellence in various events and games. The march past and the colourful displays gave an awesome and visual impact and were highly appreciated by the spectators. Parents were also motivated to participate in 'tug of war' which was hilarious and entertaining for the scholars. The Annual Sports Meet culminated with the distribution of Prizes and the Trophies to the winners. Karan Veer Singh of Grade 9, Shrishty Roy of Grade 9, Yashraj Yadav of Grade 7 and Trishla Shukla bagged the Best Sports Man of the Year Trophy and the overall Championship was lifted by the Aryabhatta House.

The press coverage of the sports meet Ms. Ulka Gupta, TV artist who played the childhood character of Rani Laxmibai taking the salute during the Annual Sports Meet.

With great excitement, teamwork, co-operation, leadership qualities and spirit of sportsmanship the scholars of Greatmen International School participated in their very first Annual Sports Meet 2012. The Sports Meet was declared open by Ms. Ulka Gupta, renowned

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Junior Sports Day Sishya School, Hosur Games are valuable, fun and an interesting way of helping children to work together and to raise the level of co-operative consciousness within the class.

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In order to promote unity, friendship, team spirit and leadership qualities along with physical development in children several team games were conducted which held the children and the audience engrossed. The parents also enthusiastically participated in the game for parents and the winners were awarded.

The Olympic cauldron of the school being lighted

The Junior Sports Day of Sishya School for academic year 2011-2012 was held at Andhivadi Stadium on 11-02-2012. The day began by paying tribute to our motherland through Tamil Thai Vazuthu. Principal Dr. Vasanthi Thiagrajan welcomed the gathering. The sports achievers of Sishya ignited the spirit of sportsmanship by carrying the Olympic torch and handed it over to our principal, who lighted the Olympic cauldron. The tiny-tots of LKG and UKG emphasized on the need of communal harmony by forming the three religious symbols in their colourful drill. They also mesmerized the audience by forming the tri-colour flag. The students of Class I and II dressed in green and having foliage in their hands, spread the message of going green to protect our environment through their thought provoking drill. A sapling was also presented to the school by a student as a step to protect the environment.

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The tiny tots of Sishya School, Hosur getting ready to participate

On the whole the programme highlighted the important role played by sports and games in developing an individual’s personality.

Samarth-Epitomising Capability… Kalka Public School, Alaknanda Kalka Public School, Alaknanda, celebrated it’s Sports-cum- Republic Day on 24th January 2012 at it’s school playground in frolicsome atmosphere depicting the theme Samarth-Epitomising Capability. A Festive spirit was created with a well decorated playground and every little detail seen to welcome the esteemed guests and the parents. The programme kick started with the Floral Welcome to the Chief guest. Mr. Mahabali Satpal, Additional director (Physical Edusports) Directorate of Edu. and the Guest of honour, Ms. Harjeet Kaur, Deputy director-South Zone(sports).


The other distinguished guests of the event and the Managerial Dignitaries were also rendered a gracious welcome. This was followed by unfurling of the National Flag by the chief guest and an impressive March past by K-pites which displayed order and uniformity. The oath was taken by the student, Ankit Raghav on behalf of the entire school, then the Chief Guest declared the Sports Meet Open.

The students race to finish first at the sports meet of Kalka Public School

The students added to the joyous mood with their outstanding performance, leaving spectators enthralled. The athletic events like Indian Glorysaree drill, Tapering modesty-stick drill and Hoopla- twist-o-round entertained the onlookers. The celebration continued with grand display of Cultural Exravaganza-Rendevous with Indian culture which reflected variety of folk dances of India. They showcased a mosaic of dance and culture of Kashmir, Gujarat, West Bengal and Punjab. Next, pyramid formation by the boys displayed exemplary precision and daredevil techniques. Delhi's tableau was the most attractive feature of the event. It was artistically designed by K-pites with a feel-'Meri Dilli Meri Shaan'. Delhi's tableau

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gave a kaleidoscopic view of the capital's rich cultural and religious heritage with its depiction of the four major religious communities living in harmony and the Parliament taking the centre stage. The visual presentation of Mughal Period, Chandni Chowk scene, classical Kathak dancers, traditional and modern cuisine, trendy lifestyle, Shiela Dixit’s vision “Green Delhi-Clean Delhi” through songs, mime and dances by K-pites complemented the vibrant mood. With the portrayal of Delhi's cultural existence and its rich history, one got the feel of its richness in arts, culture, religious harmony and the spirit of festivity. The tableau was like a microcosm of the entire nation. Adding a feather to the colourful cap of KPS, they invited the parents also to participate in 50mt race competition. The winning mothers and fathers were applauded and were awarded prizes. The programme was followed by the prize distribution. The prizes were given to the students for their excellent performances in various events of sports for general proficiency. Speaking on the occasion, the Chief Guest of the occasion Mr. Mahabali Satpal expressed his appreciation of the immense talents of the students, who performed with great expertise. He extolled the Management’s efforts to nurture and nourish the students with value based education for their all round development. In his concluding speech he advised the parents to give freedom of expression to their wards and instill the mantra of “All work and no play makes jack a dull boy”. Dr.Anju Mehrotra, the Principal of the school congratulated the students and staff for their efforts in making the programme a successful event. The function closed with a Grand Finale potraying ‘Coming Together’ and a vote of thanks.

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Academic Updates

Life Skills Education at Pragati Public School, Dwarka Unlike the past, when education only catered to a single specified area, the Life Skills based education aims to transit students successfully from childhood to adulthood by healthy development of Social and Emotional Skills; and equips them to face the realities of life by enabling them to make informed decisions, communicate effectively and coping and self management skills. To achieve these objectives various activities were organized in the Pragati Public School, Dwarka as part of Life Skills Education. At Primary level (IV-V), children were taught various Life Skills through story telling, dramatization and sharing of experiences which helped them to think about various problems and to increase their Critical Thinking Skills, Creative Thinking Skills, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills and their Self-awareness. Whereas at Middle School level (VIVIII), activities like role play and class discussions provided experience to the students how one might handle a situation in real life and enable them to deepen their understanding and develop empathy for others. Various career development and personality

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development programmes as well as discussions/role play on Emergent Situations and Case Studies were organized for the students of Senior Secondary level (IX-XII) which increased their awareness regarding the different careers available to them, helped them in their personality development and provided them opportunities to explore problems, work together, share ideas and enhance their decision making skills. Balance, peace, and joy are the fruit of a successful life. It starts with recognizing your talents and finding ways to serve others by using them. -Thomas Kinkade

Students of Pragati Public School, Dwarka performing a role play


Cracking Towering Challenges D.A.V. Public School, Ludhiana Two students of D.A.V.Pakhowal Road, Ludhiana brought laurels to the school. Anchal of Class IX and Smriti Sharma of Class VI achieved second positions at their respective levels in the National Level English Language Championship – 2012 organised by the University of Cambridge. Both of them were honoured and awarded with heaps of appreciation. They received mobile phones and gift vouchers from Mr. Jeff Ross, Director, Assessment Tomorrow, U.K. in Delhi on 10th Feb., 2012. The Principal, Mrs. J.K. Sidhu congratulated and appreciated them for their outstanding performance.

Technology, Alexander Fleming, Composition of Air, Nephrey, Newton’s niece were staged. “Jugal Bandhi” showcasing working Scientific principles of stringed and percussion instruments. Little ones dressed up like the rishis scientists like Sushrutha, Dhanvantri and so on. Science quiz, speech and talk on Bermuda Triangle were some of the other events. Vishveswaraya Museum had conducted various competitions in which the students participated and won laurels for the institution. Two students participated in Seminar presentation titled ‘Need of Science and Technology in the progressive World’ and Aditya K. won the second place and Mani Ashwin was given an award of appreciation. Two students were able to qualify for the semifinals in Science quiz. Drama on Archimedes Principle won the first prize. One student won a prize for Open House Quiz. Students took part in the Human Chain displaying placards with slogan on Science.

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Mr. Jeff Ross, Director, Assessment Tomorrow, U.K. giving prize to the student of D.A.V. Public School, Ludhiana

Various Activities at Sri Jnanakshi Vidyaniketan Halagevaderahalli, Bengaluru Celebration National Science Day February 28th is National Science Day and SJV made the most of it by conducting various programmes from 27 th to 29 th February, 2012. Skits on Nano

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Being National Mathematics Year in honour of Shri Ramanujum, the Mathematics Department rose to the occasion and joined the Science Week celebration. The students showed how area of circle is calculated by the area of rectangle, lines of symmetry of various geometric objects, using same perimeter working out which geometric object has the largest area, place value, types of angles and the great Mathematicians from India- a dress-up by the little ones.

Interact Club Interact Club which was started in the school in the year 2006, is doing what it set out to accomplish, i.e., to provide service to the needy. The various events undertaken were:•

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Midday Meal Scheme – collecting funds and donating to the Mother Club for Mid-day Meal Scheme (`20,000).

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Compilation and release of the annual ‘Souvenir’.

The celebrations, be it sports or co-scholastics, underscores planning, team work, desire to learn and excel – indicators of Continuous and Comprehensive Evaluation. Indeed the academic session 2011-2012 was activity oriented ensuring learning at each stage which is meaningful and complete.

In order to spread this beautiful message they celebrated “Face to Faith” day in the school on several occasions. An inter-school event on designing a digital poster on the topic ‘FAITH’ was held. Primary school students participated in an interesting mask designing activity on their opinions and views on faith. A signature campaign was organized on 22nd October where the parents were invited to put forth their support on ‘inter-faith harmony’ in the form of signatures. Team members distributed bookmarks designed by them on the same theme.

Face to Faith Campaign Darbari Lal DAV Model School, Delhi Moving beyond existing paradigms Tackling sensitive global issues… Making the world a better place to live It was a matter of great pride for the staff and students of Darbari Lal DAV Model School to win the Face to Faith Day contest and being amongst the top 15 schools selected at National Level by the Tony Blair Faith Foundation for their efforts and ideas. Inspired by Principal Ms Adarsh Kohli, the school is an active member of this multi-faceted online community for students across diverse geographical locations, cultures, religions and ideologies which is providing the learners an opportunity to become better, adaptable and more understanding citizens of the world. Getting acquainted with students from diversified backgrounds helps them in understanding the need of ‘Harmony in Diversity’.

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The Face to Faith Day contest winning team with their Principal and Teachers

Bosco’s Prodigy – Shubham Sinha Bosco Public School With his roots deeply extrenched in logico – mathematical intelligence, Shubham Sinha, student of class XI of Bosco Public School, stood 5th at State Level Regional Mathematics Olympiad and has now cleared the National Mathematics Olympiad. He is one of the thirty students who were selected from class IX-XII from all over India. Shubham is being called up to BARC (Bhabha Atomic Research Centre) for one month stay for a thorough training after which he’ll


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